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ACOMPMonitoring Polymer Reactions in Real-time

Introducing ACOMP

ACOMP is Automatic Continuous On-line Monitoring of Polymerization reactions. A patented

solution that continuously extracts, dilutes, and conditions a small stream of reactor contents for

analysis by a variety of non-chromatographic and chromatographic methods throughout the entire

reaction process. The system can directly measure macromolecular properties during production.

This fundamental information is used by the system to determine monomer conversion kinetics,

evolution of molar mass, comonomer composition and drift, and other polymer properties

traditionally measured through discrete, off-line analysis. ACOMP can also immediately identify

undesired polymerization events such as out-of-range quality specification production or micro-

gelation due to phase separation or cross-linking, so that corrective control actions can be taken.

Increases Worker Safety

Increases Product Quality

Increases Polymer Yield

Increases Process Consistency

Reduces Cycle Time

Reduces VOCs and Pollution

Reduces Feedstock Usage

Reduces Energy Consumption

ACOMP

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Real-time Analysis:• Conversion Kinetics

• Residual Monomer PPM

• Time to Completion

• Molecular Weight

• Intrinsic Viscosity

How It Works

Polymerization Process:• Batch, Semi-batch

• Continuous

• Single or Multi-component

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SamplePreparationContinuously:

• Extracts

• Quenches

• Dilutes

• Conditions

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Control Room:• Operator views data to improve process

• Integrates with plant control system

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Automatic Report Generation:• Data Analytics

• Historical Trends

• Correlation to Process Data

Monitored CharacteristicsMolecularWeight

MonomerConversion

ResidualMonomer PPM

Process AnomalyDetection

IntrinsicViscosity

Composition

Features

Optional integration with existing APCmodels for off-line optimizations

Automated, ‘self-aware’ system for highreliability

Customized, proprietary sample handlingand analysis selection

Integrated real-time analysis softwareplatform

Tailored business and technical reports viae-mail or existing analytics solution

Simplified, automated operation requiresno advanced training

Designed for 24/7 plant operation

Analytical Methods and Instruments

Real-time reaction data

UVAbsorption

DifferentialRefractiveIndex

Conductivity Polarimetry

pHDiscreteSEC/GPC

IntrinsicViscosity

Static LightScattering

IndustrialACOMP Solution

Tailored Solutions

Customized for target application andcustomer requirements

R&D ACOMP: Smaller, flexible system forlab-scale or pilot plant reactors

Industrial ACOMP: Robust system forproduction-scale polymer reactors

On-site installation and training services

24/7 remote monitoring and field supportpackages available

Post-installation optimization consultingservices

Fluence Analytics’ team of experts is readyto evaluate your application.

If you think your application can benefitfrom ACOMP, contact Fluence Analytics for an assessment today!

Fluence Analytics’ team of experts is readyto evaluate your application.

If you think your application can benefitfrom ACOMP, contact Fluence Analytics for an assessment today!

Polymer Application Examples

Endpoint determination:Optimizes cycle time

Real-time direct quality indicator:Improves quality control

Process anomaly detection:Reduces batch failure

Post-polymerization modification process:Optimization

Post-polymerization modification process:Optimization

Multi-stage crossover indication:Improves quality control and reducesproduction time in multi-stage process

Batch, Semi-batch

Monitor grade changeover:Accurate target determination

Steady-state online quality indicator:Reduces off-spec product

Continuous

Emulsion, Solution, Bulk

Heterogeneous, Multi-phase, Grafting

Free Radical, Controlled Radical, Living

Acrylates, Styrenics, Urethanes, etc.

Natural Products

Many Water Soluble Processes:Polyacrylamide, PVP, PVA, etc.

High Temperature, High Viscosity

Elastomers

Types

R&D ACOMP Solution - PolyRMC at Tulane University

1078 S. Gayoso St. • New Orleans, LA 70125

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