CATATEST - High-Pressure Catalyst Testing System
Description
The CATATEST is a fully automated, laboratory-scale system designed for high-pressure catalytic reaction testing under gas, liquid, or gas–liquid conditions. Developed by Vinci Technologies, it delivers industrial-grade precision, safety, and reliability in a compact, lab-friendly format. Engineered for demanding research environments, the unit enables accurate catalyst screening, kinetic studies, and process development up to 200 barg and 500 °C, while minimizing dead volumes and maximizing data quality.
Typical applications:
Catalyst screening
Hydroprocessing & hydrogenation
Process R&D
Academic research
Petrochemical & refining studies
Features
Operating Conditions
Maximum pressure: 200 barg
Maximum temperature: 500 °C
Reactor volume: 45 cm³
Catalyst capacity: up to 15 cm³
Reaction Section
Fixed-bed SS316 reactor
Up-flow, isothermal operation
3-zone split-tube furnace with ±1 °C axial uniformity
Feed Systems
Gas feeds: N₂ and H₂ with mass flow controllers
Liquid feed: Heated tank with HPLC pump
Coriolis mass flow measurement for high-accuracy injection
Static gas-liquid mixer (stainless steel)
Product Recovery
Electronic back-pressure regulator
Heated effluent lines
Gas-liquid separator with minimal hold-up
3 selectable liquid sampling vessels
GC / MS connection ready (optional)
Automation, Control & Data Management
Fully automated operation via PLC-based control system
User-friendly HMI / SCADA software for:
Real-time monitoring of temperature, pressure, and flow rates
Alarm management and safety interlocks
Trend visualization and historical data logging
Data export for analysis (Excel compatible)
Standalone workstation connected via Ethernet
Safety
Fully enclosed configuration with polycarbonate panels
Benefits
* High-pressure fixed-bed reactor for realistic process conditions
* Exceptional temperature uniformity with 3-zone isothermal furnace
* Accurate gas and liquid feed control for reproducible results
* Fully automated operation with advanced HMI & data logging
* Multi-layer safety architecture for worry-free experimentation
