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Laboratory Facilities
Lab Scale Facilities
Our state-of-the-art laboratory, located at the University of Western Ontario, serves as a critical hub for early-stage technology development and validation. It is fully equipped with advanced instrumentation for lab-scale experimentation, precise data acquisition, and AI-powered data analysis.
By integrating cutting-edge equipment with digital tools and machine learning algorithms, we transform raw data into actionable insights—accelerating the transition from lab discoveries to real-world solutions in energy, sustainability, and climate technology.
Chemical Reactors
We use this facility to simulate and optimize complex chemical and energy processes, enabling rapid iteration and informed decision-making during technology scale-up. The lab supports a wide range of experimental activities—from reaction kinetics and catalyst screening to process modelling and energy efficiency studies.
Analytical Analysis
In addition to running lab-scale experiments to evaluate process performances, we also offer a variety of services, including Scale-Up of chemical processes and optimization of operating parameters.
Technical Expertise
Our team of experts has decades of experience in the chemical industry. From product development to technical support, we have the knowledge and expertise to help you succeed.
Analytical Testing
At IntelliScale Technologies, our laboratory is equipped with advanced instrumentation to provide high-precision analytical testing for gases, liquids, and solids. These services support chemical process development, quality control, and material validation across various industries.
These capabilities support our end-to-end chemical process development—from lab testing and scale-up to simulation, optimization, and commercialization.
Chemical Composition Analysis
We offer accurate quantification and identification of components in gas, liquid, and solid samples using industry-standard instrumentation.
Techniques:
- Gas Chromatography (GC)
- Mass Spectrometry (MS)
- High-Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC)
Applications:
- Multi-component separation and detection
- Impurity profiling and quality assurance
- Feedstock and product composition tracking
Molecular & Functional Group Characterization
Our lab conducts structural and bonding analysis to determine the molecular identity and functionality of organic and inorganic compounds.
Technique:
- Fourier Transform Infrared Spectroscopy (FT-IR)
Applications:
- Identification of functional groups
- Detection of structural changes during reactions
- Polymer and material fingerprinting
Moisture & Purity Testing
We provide targeted analysis for moisture content, compound purity, stereochemistry, and chiral separation—critical for process design and product validation.
Techniques:
- Karl Fischer Titration
- Polarimetry
- Chiral Chromatography
Applications:
- Water content determination in solvents, oils, and solids
- Optical activity and stereoisomer assessment
- Separation and quantification of chiral compounds
Catalyst Characterization & Reaction Engineering
At IntelliScale Technologies, we provide specialized capabilities in catalyst evaluation, reaction kinetics, and surface engineering to support the development, optimization, and scale-up of catalytic processes. Our lab integrates experimental precision with advanced modeling and surface modification techniques.
These capabilities enable us to engineer and optimize catalytic systems that are scalable, energy-efficient, and aligned with emerging process needs across cleantech, hydrogen, and specialty chemical applications.
Catalyst Screening & Performance Testing
We conduct catalyst testing under realistic process conditions using flow reactor systems designed for temperature, pressure, and feed flexibility.
Capabilities:
- Comparative activity and selectivity testing
- Deactivation profiling and regeneration evaluation
- Support for gas-phase, liquid-phase, and multiphase reactions
Reaction Kinetics & Mechanism Studies
Our lab supports the development of plasma-enhanced catalytic systems, enabling surface activation and reaction intensification for challenging chemistries.
Benefits:
- Lower activation energy requirements
- Enhanced conversion and selectivity
- Potential for low-temperature, low-pressure operation
Thin-Film & Nanostructured Coating Development
We develop engineered catalyst surfaces via thin-film deposition and nanostructured coatings to improve durability, dispersion, and catalytic efficiency.
Techniques Include:
- Vapour-phase and solution-based deposition
- Surface modification for activity/selectivity tuning
- Custom coating of monoliths, pellets, and membranes
Materials Processing & Thermal Treatment
IntelliScale Technologies offers specialized materials processing services that support the preparation, modification, and conditioning of solids, powders, and nanomaterials for use in catalytic systems, functional materials, and chemical processing units.
These capabilities ensure materials are process-ready and optimized for downstream use—whether in catalytic systems, pilot reactors, or industrial-scale integration.
Thermal Treatment & High-Temperature Processing
We conduct precise calcination, annealing, and thermal conditioning of materials under controlled temperature and atmospheric conditions.
Applications:
- Catalyst precursor preparation and activation
- Crystallinity and phase transformation control
- Removal of volatiles and binder residues
- Inert, oxidative, or reducing atmosphere treatments
Powder Processing & Nanomaterial Preparation
Our lab is equipped to produce and condition powders for use in coatings, supports, and formulated materials using advanced mechanical and chemical methods.
Capabilities Include:
- Mechanical milling and particle size reduction
- Homogenization of solid mixtures and composites
- Support material preparation for catalytic applications
- Preparation of metal oxide and nanostructured powders
Drying & Degassing
We ensure proper drying, degassing, and pre-treatment of sensitive or high-purity samples prior to analysis, coating, or catalytic use.
Techniques:
- Vacuum or oven drying under controlled temperature
- Degassing under inert atmosphere
- Moisture and contaminant removal to prevent degradation
Controlled Environment Capabilities
At IntelliScale Technologies, we maintain a strictly controlled laboratory environment to handle sensitive materials, facilitate reproducible experiments, and support the development of high-purity processes. Our capabilities ensure integrity, safety, and consistency when working with oxygen- and moisture-sensitive substances or ultra-clean systems.
Our controlled environment systems form the backbone of high-integrity experimentation—critical for advanced catalysis, nanomaterials, and specialty chemical development.
Air- and Moisture-Free Material Handling
We provide full support for the synthesis, handling, and storage of air- or water-sensitive compounds, ensuring material integrity throughout the experimental workflow.
Features:
- Glovebox systems with inert gas environments
- Sealed container transfer and storage protocols
- Reactive metal and organometallic compound handling
- Support for dry powder, liquid, and gas systems
High-Purity Experimental Support
Our lab supplies ultrapure water and clean reagents for critical chemical and biological processes, ensuring that trace impurities do not compromise results.
Capabilities Include:
- Type I ultrapure water production
- Clean storage and distribution infrastructure
- Preparation of contamination-free reaction media
- Compatibility with pharmaceutical or bioprocessing standards
Specialized Coating & Surface Preparation
We offer precision surface treatments for materials and substrates requiring functional or catalytic coatings.
Techniques:
- Controlled dipping and immersion coating
- Thin-film fabrication via vapour or solution-phase methods
- Uniform coatings for catalyst substrates and sensors
- Support for surface-sensitive analytical testing