Research and Development
As a manufacturer of custom equipment, every product created by ACT is unique, base upon the process requirements of each client. Even our standard pieces are modified in design and manufacture to suit a client's needs. But ACT's greatest strength is our unique ability to develop entirely new chemical products and processes, and design and build specialty equipment to test and eventually commercially produce these same innovations. We are truly a "one-stop shop," capable of taking any chemical product idea and developing the processes, systems and equipment necessary to bring that product to full-scale commercial production.
For more information about Research and Development at ACT vist our Pilot Plant, Laboratory Services, and Process Plant Design pages.
Confidentiality & Patents
At Applied Chemical Technology we understand the sensitive nature of every project, particularly when a project involves new or proprietary technology. That's why we offer every client the security of signed secrecy agreements. With ACT your project is kept completely confidential, both during the project and afterwards. ACT also believes that our work for you belongs to you. We will assign any patentable developments from your project to you, and assist in applying for these patents with the United States Patent Office and the patent authorities of other countries.
Client Participation
ACT encourages client involvement during every stage of a project, from inception to completion. We'll provide your personnel with on site office space and secretarial assistance throughout your project's development.
Recent Research and Development Projects
Among the new products developed in 2010-2011 by ACT are:- Wastewater treatment systems that turn sludge into safe effective organic fertilizers
- Process systems and equipment to add proteins and other nutrients to livestock feed
- Process systems and equipment to produce safe, environmentally friendly all-natural insecticides
- Design for better environmental control systems for the automotive industry, to reduce carbon emissions in vehicle exhaust
- Specialized equipment for us in the fertilizer industry
- Automation systems to provide centralized control of multiple treatment and collection facilities for a large municipal water and wastewater system
- Innovative equipment for weapons and munitions reclamation and disposal as part of a Department of Defense initiative
- Processes and systems for environmental cleanup of oil spills, both on land and water
- Specialized production vessels for a food industry leader
- 300N Fluid Bed with enhanced ergonomic handling, allowing one-man operation
- Use of organic materials for the biomass industry
- Skid-mounted production plant for pharmaceutical industry