Background
Terephthalic acid (TPA) and purified terephthalic acid (PTA) are precursors in the making of polyester PET for polyester films, PET bottle resin, textile fabrics, and specialty chemicals. During production and use of TPA and PTA the catalysts Co, Br and Mn must be closely monitored to ensure optimum product quality. Since TPA and PTA are aggressive solutions, an on-line measurement is ideal. Continuous monitoring minimizes lab testing requirements, allows for process optimization, and is a critical step in insuring the end product meets specifications. The Rigaku NEX OL offers a simple and low maintenance on-line analytical technique for trending your process streams. Results are communicated to your plant DCS (distributed control system) via 4-20 mA current loops or MODBUS over Ethernet connection allowing for real time closed loop control.
