Global Reach, Local Impact: Sulzer’s Test Centers in Switzerland and Singapore
- cemnar0
- Jul 29
- 2 min read
Introduction: Bringing Sulzer’s Lab and Pilot Services Close to You
In today’s fast-paced and competitive chemical and process industries, proximate access to advanced pilot testing and lab services is vital for rapid innovation and risk mitigation. Sulzer’s strategically located lab and pilot test centers in Allschwil, Switzerland, and Singapore bring state-of-the-art pilot services, flexible testing solutions, and expert technical support directly to customers around the world.
Identical, World-Class Facilities Supporting Every Separation Challenge
Both Sulzer test centers are equipped with comprehensive pilot plant and laboratory infrastructure that spans the full range of mass transfer and separation technologies:
Distillation and Absorption: Pilot columns in glass and stainless steel, packing options, trays, and continuous or batch operation, operating from vacuum to elevated pressure and temperature.
Evaporation: Falling film, wiped film, and short path evaporators optimized for viscous and temperature-sensitive products.
Liquid-Liquid Extraction: A variety of OptimEXT™ extractors—including agitated columns, packed columns, and mixer-settlers—configured for precise phase separation and scale-up validation.
Analytical Labs: Cutting-edge instruments such as gas chromatography (GC), high-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC), spectroscopy, and titration ensure accurate product and process monitoring during trials.
These lab and pilot services offer customers realistic, trustworthy data—helping optimize processes and minimize scale-up risk.
Consistency and Flexibility: Seamless Integration Across Locations
Sulzer’s two global test centers operate using standardized protocols and data management systems, ensuring:
Consistent quality and reliability of pilot testing results whether you engage the Allschwil or Singapore facility
Easy transfer of testing programs from one site to the other for multi-phase projects or complementary testing
Localized technical and project support combined with global expertise, allowing you to benefit from both regional responsiveness and worldwide best practices
Supporting Diverse Industries Worldwide Through Sulzer’s Pilot Services
From pharmaceuticals in Europe to specialty chemicals and emerging sustainable technologies in Asia-Pacific, Sulzer’s global test centers provide vital support in:
Designing, validating, and optimizing pilot and commercial scale separation processes
Managing complex feedstocks and challenging process conditions with customized lab and pilot protocols
Enabling confident technology licensing, scale-up engineering, and investment decisions
Case Example: Accelerating Sustainable Chemical Processes in Asia
Sulzer’s 2024 expansion of its Singapore Innovation Technology Hub underlines its commitment to advanced pilot services globally. This facility’s added capabilities in biopolymer and green technology pilot testing accelerate local process development and commercial validation supporting customers' sustainability goals through faster, more reliable scale-up.
Conclusion: Wherever You Are, Sulzer’s Lab and Pilot Services Are Ready to Support You
Sulzer’s lab and pilot services and its geographically strategic test centers in Switzerland and Singapore provide unparalleled support for industrial process validation and scale-up worldwide. By combining global reach with local presence, Sulzer ensures that your process development receives expert guidance, reliable testing data, and rapid project delivery wherever you operate.
Contact Sulzer today to learn how our global pilot services network can accelerate your journey from concept to commercial plant.
