Pilot plant testing
Turn your drying ideas into proven, scalable solutions with pilot plant testing at Swedish Exergy. Our pilot plants and R&D team help you validate performance, reduce risk and build a strong business case before full-scale investment.
Turn ideas into proven drying solutions
At Swedish Exergy, we help you turn ideas into working drying processes. Pilot plant testing shows how our technology performs with your actual product and process, using real operating conditions and data.
You get clear proof of product quality, performance, and energy use before you invest in a full-scale plant. This pilot step bridges the gap between lab tests and a commercial plant, so you can scale up with confidence.
Advanced R&D and flexible testing in Sweden
Our R&D and pilot facilities in Sweden give you a practical environment for feasibility studies, product testing, and process optimization. With modern control systems and experienced engineers, we can quickly adjust settings and test different process setups.
You can choose short screening tests for quick answers or longer campaigns that mimic continuous operation and produce larger product volumes for customer trials or further research.
Define objectives and test scope
We start by clarifying your goals, product properties and process requirements. Together, we define what you want to validate, such as target moisture content, capacity, energy consumption or product quality.
Pilot testing in our facilities
Your material is tested in our pilot plants in Sweden, equipped with Siemens S7 PLC and WinCC SCADA control systems for flexible and precise operation. We simulate real-world conditions, adjust key parameters and run multiple test points as needed.
Data, evaluation and next steps
During testing, we monitor key process data and collect dried product and, when relevant, condensate samples for further analysis in your lab or a trusted partner lab. We then review the results with you, discuss optimization options and agree on next steps, such as additional pilot runs, conceptual design or a full-scale project.
- Reduce technical and financial risk before investing in a full-scale drying system.
- Validate product quality, moisture content and stability under real operating conditions.
- Optimize process parameters, energy use and throughput for your specific material.
- Build a solid business case with real test data and product samples.
- Speed up product development and decision-making by working closely with our engineering team.
Our pilot plants are designed to handle a wide range of materials, including:
- Wood and non-wood pulps, paper sludge and recycled fibers.
- Food and feed ingredients, such as fishmeal and other high-value proteins.
- By-products and residues from distilleries, wineries and biofuel production.
- Other biomaterials and industrial side streams that benefit from gentle, closed-system drying.
If you are unsure whether your material is suitable, we help you assess feasibility and design the right test plan.
Define objectives and test scope
We start by clarifying your goals, product properties and process requirements. Together, we define what you want to validate, such as target moisture content, capacity, energy consumption or product quality.
Pilot testing in our facilities
Your material is tested in our pilot plants in Sweden, equipped with Siemens S7 PLC and WinCC SCADA control systems for flexible and precise operation. We simulate real-world conditions, adjust key parameters and run multiple test points as needed.
Data, evaluation and next steps
During testing, we monitor key process data and collect dried product and, when relevant, condensate samples for further analysis in your lab or a trusted partner lab. We then review the results with you, discuss optimization options and agree on next steps, such as additional pilot runs, conceptual design or a full-scale project.
- Reduce technical and financial risk before investing in a full-scale drying system.
- Validate product quality, moisture content and stability under real operating conditions.
- Optimize process parameters, energy use and throughput for your specific material.
- Build a solid business case with real test data and product samples.
- Speed up product development and decision-making by working closely with our engineering team.
Our pilot plants are designed to handle a wide range of materials, including:
- Wood and non-wood pulps, paper sludge and recycled fibers.
- Food and feed ingredients, such as fishmeal and other high-value proteins.
- By-products and residues from distilleries, wineries and biofuel production.
- Other biomaterials and industrial side streams that benefit from gentle, closed-system drying.
If you are unsure whether your material is suitable, we help you assess feasibility and design the right test plan.