1. Following a crystallization process and optimizing
Findings:
- Number of crystals vary among batches
- Crystallization peak after approx. 1 hour
- After peak, slight breakage of crystals due to shear force from stirrer
Actions:
- Reduce crystallization time by 76%
- Avoid variation among batches by optimize parameters
Result:
- Energy reduction
- Time reduction
- Avoid broken crystals
2. A flexible moveable solution
Comparison between 4 high-temperature crystallizers:
- Flight case and table on wheels
Findings:
- 1 crystallizer less efficient
- Less pressure caused slower crystal growth
Actions:
- Reduce crystallization time by increasing pressure
Result:
- Energy reduction
- Higher throughput (faster growth)
- Higher product quality (bigger crystals)
3. Collaboration with plant manufacturers
Centrifuge company:
- Problems with the centrifuge
- ParticleTech was part of their centrifuge calibration at a factory
Separating particles from liquid:
- ParticleTech solution reveals how plant parameters affect the product inside.
4. Filter efficiency
- Measure particle size before and after filtration to verify filter efficiency
5. Effects of product transportation in pipes
Findings:
- Up to 50% decrease in product particle size due to transportation in pipes