What does “pilot scale” mean?
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• A small-scale preliminary study conducted to evaluate feasibility, time, cost, scaling factors, unpredicted results, further develop a process, etc. to properly design and implement a full-scale commercial process.

• Usually between 100 grams and a few kilograms of material.

• Begin integrating process operations and equipment that might be available in larger scale for a commercial plant.

• May or may not be preceded by bench-scale development work.

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​What can Creative Engineers, Inc. provide?
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• Experienced chemical, electrical, and mechanical engineers and chemists.

• A constructed pilot plant for operation at the customer’s, CEI's, or a third party’s site.

• A facility that can handle hazardous materials.

• A cooperative customer approach.

• A willingness and eagerness to tackle tough challenges.

• The tools and equipment we have accumulated over many years.

• Cost estimating, schedule development, preliminary designs, and other engineering services.

• Application of our proven Three-Phase Project Approach.

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​What is typically required to implement a pilot scale R&D program?
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• Basic data for design.

• Some research into the product or process to define the methods and goals of the program.

• A plan to gather the correct data for further development and design of a full-scale operation.

• Safety and compatibility review by conducting a PHA (Process Hazard Assessment).

• Understanding of the utilities and services required.

• A design for the test apparatus or process.

• A facility that can provide the support and services required.