As the lubricant base oil business transitions away from solvent-based plants towards those based on catalytic technology (Group II & Group III base oils), reserve holders and refiners need to see proof points to ensure that their opportunities – and their investments – in the market aren’t squandered.
Pilot plant testing and technical services can enable refiners to provide proof points to support an investment in a revamp or major capital project. Pilot plant testing and technical services can also help determine which projects are most feasible economically, which base oils can reasonably be produced to meet spec and ultimately realise a greater ROI.