The Process Test Center (PTC) in Oelde, Germany, is a hub of expertise and innovation. With over 12,000 tests and 25,000 product analyses completed, and annually updated knowledge from over 500 product tests and 150 process developments, we offer unparalleled support to meet evolving needs.
Why choose GEA Process Test Center:
- Tailored support: From product properties to pilot tests, we provide customized solutions.
- Expert collaboration: Partner with GEA Product Managers and Process Development teams for cutting-edge innovation.
- Proven expertise: Benefit from our extensive knowledge base of product analyses completed.
- Safety and compliance: Conduct tests in explosion-proof, ATEX-certified areas, ensuring the highest safety standards.
- Digital transformation: Embrace smart, automated solutions and condition-monitoring technology for efficient, sustainable production.
- Comprehensive service: Enjoy full lifecycle support, enhancing operational reliability and long-term success.
Our PTC team identifies the ideal solution for your product.
Different test procedures and set-ups can be carried out in our PTC.
Our detailed product analyses, accurate measurements, centrifuge trials, and customized process development help address process engineering challenges, calculate investment costs, and determine ROI precisely. Through meticulous product analyses, we gain in-depth insights into the unique properties and behaviors of your materials, enabling us to tailor solutions that meet your specific requirements.
Our precise measurements ensure that every parameter is accurately monitored and controlled, providing a solid foundation for reliable and repeatable results.
Centrifuge trials are conducted under a variety of conditions to simulate real-world scenarios, allowing us to optimize your processes for maximum efficiency and effectiveness. Our customized process development services are designed to tackle even the most complex engineering challenges, from scaling laboratory findings to full-scale industrial applications. We meticulously calculate investment costs, taking into account all variables and contingencies, to provide you with a clear and accurate financial outlook.
Our goal is to empower you with the tools and expertise needed to achieve operational excellence, from the initial concept through to full-scale implementation and beyond. We are committed to supporting your success at every stage, providing comprehensive and ongoing support to help you navigate the complexities of modern process engineering and achieve your strategic objectives.
Test before invest: Identify your ideal solution
GEA Westfalia Separator Group GmbH
59302
Oelde
Germany
+49 2522 77-0
FAQ
A test in our Process Test Center is particularly valuable when:
- The behavior of your product during separation is still unclear.
- New formulations or raw materials need to be evaluated before full-scale production.
- Reliable pilot data is required to ensure precise machine selection.
- Process parameters must be strictly validated prior to industrial scale-up.
- Strategic investment decisions need to be backed by solid technical data.
Depending on your specific product and process objectives, the Process Test Center supports a wide range of analytical and practical services:
- In-depth product and material analyses.
- Performance tests using state-of-the-art separators and decanters.
- Pilot trials conducted under realistic production conditions.
- Laboratory-scale investigations for early-stage feasibility.
- On-site trials performed directly at your facility.
- Trials in explosion-proof, ATEX-certified environments where required.
Following the trials, customers receive comprehensive data and tailored recommendations that provide:
- A detailed assessment of product behavior and material properties.
- A precise evaluation of the overall separation performance.
- A direct comparison of test results achieved under varying operating conditions.
- Clear guidance on the selection of suitable separator or decanter concepts.
- Actionable data for process optimization and seamless scale-up planning.
- A reliable foundation for sound technical and financial investment decisions.
To ensure maximum efficiency and accurate results, a typical test project at the PTC follows a proven approach:
- Goal Definition: Clarification of your specific process objectives and product requirements.
- Planning & Analysis: Initial product analyses paired with detailed test planning.
- Execution: Professional execution of laboratory or pilot-scale tests.
- Data Evaluation: Comprehensive analysis and expert evaluation of the gathered test results.
- Consultation & Next Steps: Tailored recommendations for machine selection, process design, and industrial scale-up.
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