GEA Pilot Plant Testing & Training
At GEA, we understand that minimizing risk is critical when developing new products or scaling up operations. That’s why our pilot plant testing, hands-on training, and demonstration services are designed to bridge the gap between laboratory research and full-scale commercial production for the food, dairy, beverage, and pharmaceutical industries.
Why Pilot Plant Testing & Training?
- Bridge Lab and Production: Scale up from lab experiments to pilot-scale trials, uncovering challenges and optimizing processes before full-scale manufacturing.
- Reduce Risk and Cost: Identify potential issues early, refine design parameters, and avoid costly mistakes in product specifications, capacity, or safety.
- Optimize Processes: Fine-tune variables like temperature, pressure, and mixing times to achieve consistent, high-quality results.
- Regulatory & Customer Support: Generate essential data for regulatory approvals and create product samples for customer evaluation.
- Drive Innovation: Experiment with new ingredients, formulations, and technologies in a controlled, scalable environment.
- Hands-On Training & Troubleshooting: Equip your team with practical skills and resolve production challenges before scaling up.
GEA offers a robust network of pilot plants, demonstration centers, and training facilities across North America, including:
- New Food Application and Development Center – Janesville, WI
- Valve and Pump Training & Demonstration Center – Janesville, WI
- Separator, Decanter, and Clarifier Pilot Facility – Janesville, WI
- Homogenizer Pilot Plant Facility – Janesville, WI
- Membrane Filtration Pilot Plant Center – Hudson, WI
- Drying Pilot Plant Facility – Columbia, MD
- Pharmaceutical Application Development Center – Columbia, MD
- Meat Processing, Slicing, Thermoforming, and Vertical Bagging Demonstration & Application Development Center – Frisco, TX
- Mobile Decanter Trailer – Onsite testing and proof of concept
- Mobile 53 ft Container – Equipped with hygienic valves, pumps, separators, and homogenizers for training and demonstration
- Refrigeration Compressor and Heat Pump Training Facility – York, PA
Pilot plant testing and training are essential for de-risking new product launches, ensuring quality, and accelerating innovation. With GEA’s extensive facilities and expertise, you can move confidently from concept to commercialization. Let us help you bring your next breakthrough to market.
