The Pilot Plant fills the technology gap between a successfully demonstrated research concept and its practical implementation into a chemical facility. The Pilot Plant is responsible for demonstrating new technologies, creating design information for new processes, assisting in developing safe operating parameters, preparing customer samples for continuing product research, and production of small scale products. In order to achieve these objectives, identification, prioritization, and execution of several factors are necessary:

- Business Alignment - Hazards Assessment - Environmental Impact - Preventative/ Predictive Maintenance - Flexibility of Equipment - Efficient Turnarounds - Automation/Analytic Requirements - Adequate Resources

Once all elements have been thoroughly reviewed and implemented, the Pilot forms a “bridge” between research and production by providing the safest, most efficient technology for a successful product introduction.