Every industrial facility generates leftovers—co-products, off-spec batches, or aging inventory with no clear use. But instead of letting these materials drain budgets or stack up in storage, more companies are choosing to monetize chemical co-products and fuel residuals through Altiras’ commercialization research process.
From lab testing to real-world application, our team helps facilities unlock revenue, avoid costly disposal, and create meaningful sustainability wins. Here are a few success stories.
Case Study 1: Recovering Value from an Off-Spec Solvent Blend
Industry: Specialty Chemicals
Problem: A manufacturer had 12,000 gallons of an off-spec ethanol/glycol blend that couldn’t be sold as originally intended. It was nearing expiration and didn’t meet spec for its original market.
Solution:
- Altiras Labs confirmed the blend’s stability and flammability properties.
- Altiras Chemicals identified a downstream customer who could reuse the material in a non-critical formulation.
- Material was repackaged and shipped under DOT-compliant labeling.
Result: The client avoided $50,000 in disposal costs and recouped part of the material’s value through resale.
Case Study 2: Fuel-Methanol Blend Recovered for Industrial Use
Industry: Fuel Terminal
Problem: A tank with 20,000+ gallons of fuel contaminated with methanol was out of spec and unusable in standard applications.
Solution:
- Altiras Labs performed compatibility and separation testing.
- Altiras Fuels blended the mixture into a flare-fuel program.
- Logistics and compliance were managed internally.
Result: The terminal eliminated waste risk and turned the product into low-cost combustion fuel.
Case Study 3: Co-Product Acid Stream Used in Secondary Manufacturing
Industry: Petrochemicals
Problem: A recurring co-product acid stream from a refining process had no end market due to minor impurities.
Solution:
- Altiras Labs performed neutralization and filtration tests to meet downstream tolerances.
- Altiras Chemicals aligned the recovered material with a facility needing low-purity acid for pH adjustment.
- An ongoing program was developed with regular pickups.
Result: The plant turned an environmental liability into a reliable revenue stream.
What These Stories Prove
These projects show how Altiras helps facilities:
- Monetize chemical co-products and surplus materials
- Avoid regulatory problems tied to improper disposal
- Reduce costs tied to incineration, storage, and waste treatment
- Meet sustainability benchmarks through reuse and circular economy solutions
Altiras doesn’t just test the product—we find the customer, handle the compliance, and complete the transaction.
Your Residuals Could Be Next
If your team is managing co-products, blends, or inventory with no clear path forward, you may be sitting on unrealized value. Commercialization research and recovery programs help you monetize it safely, efficiently, and profitably.
Let’s explore your opportunity. We’ll help you take the next step.