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From Pilot to Commercial: Bridging Innovation & Scale-Up

ScaleChem transforms innovative lab ideas into commercial-scale solutions. We support startups and SMEs across process development, scale-up, and basic engineering.

About ScaleChem

ScaleChem provides engineering consulting specialized in process development, scale-up, and commercialization for chemical & material industries.

Based in Jeonju, South Korea, we deliver practical engineering solutions for SMEs and startups.

Our Services

Fixed-scope proposals after a short discovery call. Deliverables and timelines clearly defined.

🚀 Pilot Design & Scale-Up

  • Concept → PFD/P&ID → utilities sizing
  • Cycle design, sampling, DoE for scale-up
  • Pilot KPIs & scale-up risk register

📦 Basic Engineering Package (BEP)

  • Process narratives, MB/EB, equipment datasheets
  • Line list, PSV sizing, utility balance
  • CapEx/OpEx model & class-4/5 estimate

🧪 Process Simulation & Optimization

  • Aspen Plus / PRO-II / HYSYS models
  • Sensitivity & debottlenecking studies
  • Energy & yield improvement roadmap

🛡️ Safety & Regulatory Readiness

  • PSM (12 elements), HAZOP/LOPA, MOC system
  • KGS design approval support
  • PSSR checklist & start-up readiness

⚙️ Commissioning & Troubleshooting

  • Start-up SOPs, SAT, ramp-up playbook
  • Root-cause analysis & corrective actions
  • OEE & throughput stabilization

🔋 Battery Material Process Development

  • Pilot development & BEP for scale-up
  • Silicon anode, CNT additives, slurry/thermal units
  • Quality KPIs & validation protocol

🧭 Technology Due Diligence (Tech DD)

  • Scalability, reliability, TRL verification
  • CapEx/OpEx & unit economics checks
  • Red-flag memo & actionable roadmap

📚 Documentation & Training

  • Template pack: PFD/P&ID, HAZOP, MOC, PSSR
  • Operator & engineer workshops
  • Handover binder & run-book
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Projects & Case Studies

Petrochemical & Specialty Gas Optimization

Distillation revamp, compressor optimization, and energy recovery via MVR.

Silicon-based Material Development

FEED & TEA for large-scale silicon-based materials.

Battery Material Process Development

Pilot development and BEP for scaling advanced battery materials.

Technology Due Diligence (Tech DD)

Comprehensive technical assessments focusing on scalability, feasibility, and risk for SMEs and investors.

Scope of Work

  • Pilot & BEP Review
  • Process Scalability & Reliability
  • CapEx/OpEx Modeling
  • Safety & Regulatory Readiness
  • Technology Readiness Level (TRL) Verification
  • Risk-based Engineering Validation

Engagement Types

  • • Expert Calls (1–2h)
  • • Rapid DD (5–10d)
  • • Full DD (3–6w)

Contact Us

Get in touch with our experts for project consultations.