Siemens will also provide instrumentation, operator interfaces, and engineering services to ensure smooth commissioning and optimal performance. Working alongside Zeton Inc., the plant’s builder, Siemens will align automation and control systems for seamless integration. Additionally, Siemens will offer technical guidance as Aduro begins planning a future demonstration plant.
Ofer Vicus, CEO of Aduro, emphasized the partnership’s significance: “Our vision to deliver a modular, scalable chemical recycling solution with Hydrochemolytic Technology takes another step forward today.” He added: “Partnering with Siemens—an organization recognized globally for engineering excellence and industrial innovation—enhances the foundation we’re building. Their technologies will help ensure our Pilot Plant operates safely and reliably while generating the high-quality process data needed to optimize performance and support Demonstration Plant planning.”
Aduro’s Hydrochemolytic™ Technology (HCT) employs water at moderate temperatures to selectively break down polymers into valuable hydrocarbons. Unlike high-heat pyrolysis, HCT uses catalytic conditions for precise reaction control, yielding higher conversion rates with minimal energy use and fewer by-products. The Pilot Plant, constructed by Zeton Inc., is designed to validate HCT under real-world conditions, providing critical data to guide the design of future commercial facilities.
Siemens’ expertise in chemical recycling supports Aduro’s scale-up efforts. Joris Myny, Senior Vice President of Digital Industries at Siemens Canada, stated: “At Siemens, we are committed to supporting advanced recycling technologies that enable circularity and reduce environmental impact. Aduro’s Hydrochemolytic™ process offers a compelling alternative to conventional methods, and we’re proud to bring our automation and digitalization expertise to help scale it.” The PCS neo system provides real-time control, secure remote access, and digital twin capabilities, enabling Aduro to simulate and optimize processes efficiently.
This collaboration strengthens Aduro’s path to commercializing its innovative recycling technology. By leveraging Siemens’ automation and digital tools, Aduro aims to enhance the efficiency and scalability of its Pilot Plant, paving the way for sustainable, circular economy solutions in material recovery.
