Sachtleben Pigments relies on Kemotron technology
Sachtleben Pigments Oy is a producer of specialty pigments. Its production process requires sulphuric acid (H2SO4), which is produced in its own sulphuric acid plant. Producing sulphuric acid is a complex process. To operate at an optimum level, the acid concentration has to be kept at fixed pre-set values through continuous online measurements. The plant has relied on Kemotron technology since the mid-1990s.
The process can be run reliably only if it is based on reliable measurements. Process reliability enables us to make the best possible end product.”
Summary
| Location | Pori, Finland |
| Customer challenge |
Producing sulphuric acid is a complex process. To operate at an optimum level, the acid concentration has to be kept at fixed pre-set values through continuous online measurements. Reliability and high availability are key factors in running a demanding sulphuric acid process. At Sachtleben, the sensors are located outdoors. |
| Solution |
Inline concentration measurement that gives accurate online process information and is designed to withstand even the harshest conditions. |
| Results |
Reliable information helps to control the other parts of the process. To ensure reliability, the measurements |
| Keywords | Chemical industry, Europe, Improvements |
