Introduction from Leo E. Manzer, PhD (President):

Catalysis is often believed to involve black magic to be successful. While there is an element of luck involved, relying on experience in process R&D can reduce the risk during commercial development. Engineering what may appear to be a good catalyst, and process, into an economically viable operation is a complex process. Operation of a good sized pilot plant with sound chemistry and engineering is critical. Without attention to details, even the best catalyst will never work successfully. With over 30 years of successful catalysis and process R&D at DuPont, the founder of Catalytic Insights LLC, Leo E Manzer, is well suited to assist in your research and development program. Additionally, with access to a number of retired experts in reaction engineering, separations, and process optimization, we can take much of the guesswork out of your problems and assist in commercialization.

Catalytic Insights offers consulting in a wide variety of homogeneous and heterogeneous catalytic reactions on a short or long term basis.