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Software Solutions: FlowPro®

Fully integrated software purposely designed for our high-throughput systems. Seamlessly integration with all IT infrastructures and catalyst R&D workflow

FlowPro® is the modern successor to our trusted Flowrence® software platform, which has supported our units since day one. Built on a more advanced and flexible architecture, FlowPro® delivers a technical upgrade designed to meet today’s standards and seamlessly integrate with the latest technologies.

Key Features of FlowPro®

  • Fully automated, unattended 24/7 operation
  • Unified user experience, no need to switch between programs for different tasks; everything is controlled and accessible from a single modular program.
  • Expanded workflow integration, including liquid sample vial weighing, barcode-based tracking of sample vials, capture of liquid feedstock properties
  • Catalyst properties tracking and feed property management
  • Unified application built on WPF technology backed by a SQL Server database for data storage and retrieval
  • Analytical data integration with optional feedback control mechanisms
  • Multiple importers for various analytical instruments
  • Calculation of key performance metrics such as conversion and selectivity
  • Built-in trend monitoring using stored values and visual plots
  • An open interface allowing the integration into existing and new workflows to support AI, FAIR and other similar industry and academic working principles using tools such as Python, JMP and many more.

Real-Time Monitoring with the Conditions & Samples Screens

The Conditions screen displays all process-related devices in a structured list, grouped by type or function. Group headers use dynamic color indicators to reflect device status in real time. The Samples screen provides a similar list view for sampling-related tags, including selector valves and GC triggers. Both screens offer organized, at-a-glance visibility without the need to expand or scroll through long lists.

Automated operation with predefined recipes

A recipe is a compilation of conditions steps containing set points, ramp rates and reactor sampling, waiting times between GC analyses, etc. In a recipe, an unlimited number of steps with various process conditions can be added. This unique feature allows unattended operation of the unit during a test run.

The Recipe Page in FlowPro® offers a streamlined interface for creating and editing recipes. It features a split-screen layout, with condition recipes displayed at the top and sample recipes at the bottom. This design allows users to manage both recipe types simultaneously, making it quick and efficient to maintain a ready-to-run set of recipes.

Every second, all measured values and set points are stored in a SQL database

All online and offline results are automatically imported into the Flowrence® Database and available on a real-time basis. Additionally, when a GC chromatogram is reprocessed (e.g. to assign a different retention time or response factor), the new results will be automatically updated into the database.

The control software will be directly connected to a Microsoft SQL server database where all relevant information of the experiment is automatically stored. This information is stored at a very high detail level of 1 sample per second to allow very accurate trending. This enables real-time follow up of the experiment and determines whether any adjustments need to be made to the process parameters.

AI-Ready Workflow Integration

FlowPro® is designed to support AI-driven workflows through its high level of automation and seamless data integration. All relevant data is stored in an SQL Server database and made easily accessible via open interface options, enabling smooth connectivity with external AI systems and tools.

Flowrence® Products

Flowrence® XD

4 Reactors

Avantium’s most flexible and easy to use system with a broad number of proven applications. Designed for early-stage catalyst R&D.

Flowrence® XR

16 Reactors

Our most accurate system with a broad operating window. Designed for fast catalyst screening with outstanding repeatability and reproducibility.

Flowrence® XP

16 Reactors

Our most advanced system combining all technology of the Flowrence® XR with independent control per reactor for kinetic studies and process design.

Flowrence® XC

4 Reactors

This system was purposely designed for benchmarking of commercial catalysts.

Talk to an expert

Get in contact with our Business development team. Driven by a passion for creating a cleaner chemical sector, Avantium R&D Solutions is always open to solving any problems, no matter how big or small the ask.

+31 (0)20 5868080 or send us an email [email protected]