Sulzer InTecH
Validate. Optimize. Scale with confidence.
Sulzer innovation technology hubs (InTecH) help customers validate, optimize, and scale new technologies through laboratory and pilot-scale testing. Our global network of innovation centers combines advanced infrastructure with process expertise to reduce scale-up risk and accelerate commercialization.
Why pilot testing matters
Laboratory results do not always translate directly to commercial-scale performance.
Feed variability, impurities, operating conditions, and scale-dependent effects can significantly impact process efficiency and product quality. InTecH enables customers to validate process performance using their own feedstocks and operating conditions before making critical investment and scale-up decisions.
Multidisciplinary process expertise
Covering polymers, separations, thermal processes and sustainability, we support hybrid process solutions.
Reduce scale-up risk
Pilot testing with real process feed generates reliable performance data and minimizes technical and financial uncertainties.
Accelerate time-to-market
Flexible pilot systems and integrated analytics shorten development cycles and support faster commercialization/industrialization
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Lab Research
Concept design and feasibility studies
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Pilot validation
Evaluate performance using real feedstocks under representative operating conditions
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Process optimization
Refine process design and optimize performance
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Industrial deployment
Scale with confidence using validated performance data
From laboratory success to industrial scale
Our pilot centers bridge the gap between laboratory results and commercial-scale performance. Combining advanced pilot infrastructure, analytical capabilities, and engineering expertise, we help customers transform promising concepts into reliable, scalable industrial solutions.
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Do you need pilot testing ?
Answer these questions to determine whether pilot testing is right for your application.
Proven infrastructure
Advanced analytics
Engineering expertise
Data-driven decisions
Scalable solutions
Chemical processes and advanced solutions
We combine separation science, solvent development, and specialty chemical process engineering to solve complex chemical and thermal challenges. Our expertise enables customers to develop efficient, scalable, and economically viable process solutions.
What we do
Separation and Purification technologies
Reaction and Process development
Solvent screening and optimization
Distillation, extraction and crystallization
Pilot testing under real operating conditions
Sustainable materials and recycling
We develop processes for producing sustainable materials for tailored market applications and recycling solutions that are ready for industrial implementation.
What we do
Mechanical and chemical recycling
Polymer reprocessing
Melt filtration and purification
Recycled-content optimization
Circular economy pilot programs
Materials & product innovation
We connect polymer chemistry, mass transfer and crystallization technologies with process engineering to translate innovation into scalable industrial applications, reducing risk and enabling efficient, economically viable production at commercial scale.
What we do
Polymer synthesis and formulation
Biopolymer development
Compounding and reactive extrusion
Material characterization and analytics
Product performance validation
Sulzer InTecH areas of expertise
Our global innovation centers
The duration depends on the process complexity and scope. A standard feasibility test usually takes 1 to 2 weeks, including preparation, onsite operation, and data analysis. We define the specific timeline during the initial project planning phase to align with your production schedule and development goals.
Yes. Testing with your actual feed streams is essential for reliable scale-up. We provide detailed guidelines on how to ship, handle, and store your materials safely. If your material is hazardous or sensitive, our experts will coordinate with you to ensure full compliance with safety protocols.
You will receive a comprehensive technical report including process performance data, mass balance calculations, and specific recommendations for industrial scale-up. This report provides the validated parameters needed to move forward with equipment design and investment planning with confidence.
Pilot testing de-risks your investment by validating process performance and energy efficiency before full-scale deployment. By identifying potential bottlenecks and optimizing operating parameters in a controlled environment, we ensure that your industrial installation meets its performance guarantees, preventing costly design corrections later.
Lab-scale testing is used for initial proof of concept and defining basic physical properties. Pilot-scale testing uses larger equipment to simulate continuous industrial operating conditions. Pilot trials are crucial for generating the reliable, high-fidelity data required to finalize the design of full-scale production units.
150+ Years Experience
Proven track record in chemical process engineering and equipment manufacturing.
Global Presence
Worldwide support network with local expertise and rapid response capabilities.
Quality Assurance
ISO certified processes and rigorous quality control for reliable, safe operations.