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Research, Development and Technical Institutes Solutions for UK & Ireland

Research and development (R&D) environments demand precision, flexibility, and reliability to support innovation across sectors such as energy, pharmaceuticals, automotive, and advanced manufacturing. Technical institutes and laboratories in the UK and Ireland require accurate flow, pressure, and dosing technologies to ensure repeatable results and compliance with international standards.

At PCT, we provide advanced solutions for gas and liquid control, dynamic mixing, and pressure regulation—helping researchers accelerate development and maintain data integrity.

R&D applications and solutions

Gas Flow Control for Experimental Setups and Calibration

Accurate gas flow control is essential for experiments and calibration in R&D labs. Researchers often work with multiple gases and require instruments that deliver fast response and high precision. Advanced mass flow controllers simplify setup and ensure repeatable results.

Relevant products:

  • Alicat MC Series Mass Flow Controllers: Combines flow control and measurement in one device for streamlined calibration.
  • Key benefits:
    • 10,000:1 turndown ratio
    • Multi-gas capability
    • Digital protocols for automated data capture
    • NIST-traceable calibration
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Multi-Gas Mixing for Environmental Simulation and Combustion Studies

Gas mixing is critical for creating controlled environments in simulation chambers and combustion research. Automated gas mixers reduce cylinder handling and improve accuracy.

Relevant products:

  • Fusion Flow Gas Mixers: Programmable mixers for up to 10 gas channels.
  • Key benefits:
    • ±0.6% mixture accuracy
    • Ethernet connectivity for remote control
    • Fast response for dynamic processes

Precise Liquid Dosing for Chemical Compatibility and Microfluidic Research

Chemical compatibility studies and microfluidic research require ultra-precise dosing of aggressive fluids. Ceramic piston pumps and intelligent peristaltic pumps ensure accuracy and repeatability.

Relevant products:


Fuel and Energy Flow Measurement for Prototype Testing

Prototype testing often involves measuring fuel and energy flows under controlled conditions. Coriolis meters provide direct mass flow and density readings for liquids and gases.

Relevant products:

  • Alicat CODA Coriolis Flow Meters: Compact and accurate for liquid fuels.
  • Key benefits:
    • ±0.2% accuracy
    • Handles aggressive fluids
    • Digital connectivity for data logging

Pressure Regulation in Membrane and Filtration Experiments

Stable pressure ensures reliable filtration and membrane performance. Back pressure regulators provide ultra-sensitive control for dynamic test conditions.

Relevant products:

  • Equilibar Research Series BPRs: Precision control for gas and liquid phases.
  • Key benefits:
    • Wide turndown ratio
    • Corrosion-resistant materials
    • Rapid response for process stability

Dynamic Pressure and Flow Control for Thermal Performance Studies

Thermal tests require precise modulation of pressure and flow. LowFlow control valves deliver stable control for small-scale systems.

Relevant products:

Battery and Fuel Cell Testing Under Controlled Conditions

Battery and fuel cell testing requires accurate gas and liquid flow control. Alicat MFCs and CODA Coriolis meters support hydrogen, air, and electrolyte management.

Relevant products:

  • Alicat MC Series MFCs: Multi-gas capability for H₂ and air.
  • Key benefits:
    • Fast response for load changes
    • Digital integration for automation
    • Compact design for test rigs

Endurance Testing of Pumps and Fluid Handling Components

Endurance testing validates pump reliability under continuous operation. Longer peristaltic pumps and Fluid Metering ceramic piston pumps deliver repeatable dosing for lifecycle studies.

Relevant products:

Humidity and Gas Composition Control in Climate Simulation Chambers

Simulation chambers replicate real-world conditions for product validation. Alicat MFCs and Fusion Flow Gas Mixers enable precise gas composition and humidity control.

Relevant products:

  • Fusion Flow Gas Mixers: Automated blending for multi-gas environments.
  • Key benefits:
    • ±0.6% mixture accuracy
    • Ethernet connectivity
    • Fast response for dynamic conditions

High-Accuracy Flow Verification for Instrumentation Calibration in R&D Labs

Flow verification ensures instruments deliver accurate data for research. Alicat MFCs simplify calibration and reduce downtime.

Relevant products:

  • Alicat MC Series Mass Flow Controllers: Combines flow control and measurement in one device for streamlined calibration.
  • Key benefits:
    • 10,000:1 turndown ratio
    • Multi-gas capability
    • Digital protocols for automated data capture
    • NIST-traceable calibration

Application Selection Guide

ApplicationRecommended TechnologiesWhy It Helps
Gas flow controlAlicat MC SeriesCombines flow control and measurement
Gas mixingFusion Flow MixersAutomated multi-gas blending
Liquid dosingFMI Q Series, Longer G SeriesUltra-precise dosing
Fuel flowCODA CoriolisDirect mass flow, high accuracy
Pressure regulationEquilibar BPRsUltra-sensitive control
Thermal testsLowFlow Valve Mark 708Stable pressure modulation
Battery testingAlicat MC, CODA CoriolisMulti-gas and liquid control
Endurance testingLonger WT600Reliable dosing, continuous duty
Climate simulationFusion Flow MixersPrecise gas blending
Flow verificationAlicat MC SeriesFast calibration, repeatable results

FAQs

Accurate control ensures repeatable results and compliance with international standards.
Energy, automotive, aerospace, pharmaceuticals, and advanced manufacturing.
Yes, most support Modbus, Profibus, and Ethernet/IP protocols.
Yes, PCT provides local calibration and technical support.
Yes, Fluid Metering pumps and Coriolis meters handle corrosive media.
Yes, options are available for hazardous environments.
Absolutely—compact and industrial models are available.

Customers purchase these products

Alicat M Series Mass Flow Meter - Colour screen Alicat M Series Meter - Standard Model Alicat MS Series - Specialised Anti Corrosive Gas Mass Flow Meter Alicat MS Series Meter - Anti Corrosive Alicat MB Series of Portable Gas Mass Flow Meters Alicat MB Series Meter - Portable Alicat MW - Low Pressure Drop Whisper Series Meter with colour screen Alicat MW Series Meter - Low Pressure Drop Alicat MC - Gas Mass Flow Controller Alicat MC Series Controller - Standard Controller Alicat MCS - Anti Corrosive Gas Mass Flow Controller Alicat MCS Series Controller - Anti Corrosive Alicat MCV - Vacuum Gas Mass Flow Controller Alicat MCV Series Controller - Vacuum Applications Alicat MCW - Low Pressure Drop Gas Mass Flow Controller Alicat MCW Series Controller - Low Pressure Drop Alicat L Series Liquid Flow Meter Alicat L Series Liquid Flow Meter Alicat LC Series Liquid Flow Controller with PCA Valve Alicat LC Series Liquid Flow Controller Alicat LCR Series Liquid Flow Controller Alicat LCR Series Liquid Flow Controller King Instruments 7650 Series Rotameter King Instruments 7650 Series Rotameter LX Flow Turbine with Flanged Connection LX Flow Turbine Alicat PCD3 PCRD3 Series Dual Valve Pressure Controller Alicat PCD3 PCRD3 - Dual Valve Pressure Controller Alicat PCDS PCRDS - Dual Valve Pressure Controller - Colour display Alicat PCDS PCRDS - Dual Valve Pressure Controller Alicat PCD - Differential Pressure Controller Alicat PCD - Dual Valve Differential Pressure Controller Alicat PCRD - Dual Valve Pressure Controller Alicat PCRD - Dual Valve Pressure Controller Alicat PC3 PCR3 - Single Valve Pressure Controller Alicat PC3 PCR3 - Single Valve Pressure Controller Alicat PCR - Single Valve Pressure Controller - Differential control Alicat PCR - Single Valve Pressure Controller Alicat PCS PCRS - Single Valve Pressure Controller with Rolamite Alicat PCS PCRS - Single Valve Pressure Controller Alicat PC - Pressure Controller Alicat PC - Pressure Controller Research Series back pressure regulator Research Series GSD2 back pressure regulator General Service GSD Industrial Service BD Series Back pressure regulator Industrial Service BD Series Supercritical BR Series Back pressure regulator Supercritical BR Series Mity Mite back pressure regulator Mity Mite High Temperature HT Series back pressure regulator High Temperature HT Series Alicat MQ Series - The High Pressure Gas Mass Flow Meter Alicat MQ Series Meter - High Pressure Alicat MCQ - High Pressure Gas Mass Flow Controller Alicat MCQ Series Controller - High Pressure Alicat LB Series Portable Liquid Flow Meter Alicat LB Series Portable Liquid Flow Meter Longer BT100-1L Flow Rate Peristaltic Pump Longer BT100-1L Multi-channel Peristaltic Pump Longer BT100-3J Basic Peristaltic Pump Longer BT100-3J Basic Peristaltic Pump Longer G100-2J Industrial Peristaltic Pump Longer G100-2J Industrial Peristaltic Pump Alicat CODA Coriolis High Accuracy Flow Meter Alicat CODA Coriolis High Accuracy Flow Meter Alicat CODA Coriolis High Accuracy Flow Controller Alicat CODA Coriolis High Accuracy Flow Controller Longer BT300-2J BT600-2J Basic Peristaltic Pump Longer BT300-2J BT600-2J Basic Peristaltic Pump Longer WT600-2J Basic Peristaltic Pump Longer WT600-2J Basic Peristaltic Pump Longer WT600-1F Dispensing Peristaltic Pump Longer WT600-1F Dispensing Peristaltic Pump Longer G300-2J G600-1J-1 Industrial Peristaltic Pump Longer G300-2J G600-1J-1 Industrial Peristaltic Pump Longer L100-1S-2 Flow Rate Pump Longer L100-1S-2 Multi-channel Peristaltic Pump Drastar 072 Series pressure regulator Drastar 072 Series Drastar 092 Series pressure regulator Drastar 092 Series Drastar 2200 Series pressure regulator Drastar 2200 Series Alicat CODA Coriolis Standard Accuracy Flow Meter Alicat CODA Coriolis Standard Accuracy Flow Meter Alicat CODA Coriolis Standard Accuracy Flow Controller Alicat CODA Coriolis Standard Accuracy Flow Controller JSRLFLP Series Low Flow Bio-Pharma Clean Gas Pressure Reducing Valve Steriflow JSRLFLP Series Low Flow Bio-Pharma Clean Gas Pressure Reducing Valves Mark 75 Series Wafer Style Control Valve Jordan Valve Mark 75 Series Wafer Style Control Valve 708 Series Fractional Flow Control Valve LowFlow 708 Series Fractional Flow Control Valve 708HP Series Fractional Flow Control Valve LowFlow 708HP Series Fractional Flow Control Valve 8000 Series Fractional Flow Control Valve LowFlow 8000 Series Fractional Flow Control Valve JR Series High Pressure Low Flow Pressure Regulating Valve LowFlow JR Series High Pressure Low Flow Pressure Regulating Valve JRH Series High Pressure Low Flow Pressure Regulating Valve LowFlow JRH Series High Pressure Low Flow Pressure Regulating Valve JB Series Back Pressure Regulator LowFlow JB Series Back Pressure Regulator Longer dPOFLEX Biopharmaceutical Peristaltic Pump - Aluminium Housing Longer dPOFLEX BP01 GP01 Biopharmaceutical Peristaltic Pump Mark 51 Series Self Operated Back Pressure Regulator Jordan Valve Mark 51 Series Self Operated Back Pressure Regulator Mark 56 and Mark 560 Series Air Loaded Back Pressure Regulator Jordan Valve Mark 56 and Mark 560 Series Air Loaded Back Pressure Regulator Mark 70 Series Sliding Gate Control Valve Jordan Valve Mark 70 Series Sliding Gate Control Valve Alicat Coda KF and KG Series Alicat Coda KF and KG Series Longer dPOFLEX BP02 GP02 Industrial Peristaltic Pump Longer dPOFLEX BP02 GP02 Industrial Peristaltic Pump Fusion Flow MXM Precision Gas Mixers Fusion Flow MXM Precision Gas Mixers Jordan Valve Mark 78 Series Globe Style Control Valve Jordan Valve Mark 78 Series Globe Style Control Valve Fusion Flow IMX Industrial Gas Mixers Fusion Flow IMX Industrial Gas Mixers Longer G100-1L G300-1L G600-1L Industrial Peristaltic Pump Longer G100-1L G300-1L G600-1L Industrial Peristaltic Pump Longer GPH LPH dPOFLEX Biopharmaceutical Pump Head Longer GPH LPH dPOFLEX Biopharmaceutical Pump Head Longer YZ1515X Easy Load Pump Head Longer YZ1515X YZII15 Easy Load Pump Head Longer YZ35-13 Industrial Pump Head Longer YZ35-13 Industrial Pump Head Longer DG Series Low Flow Multi Channel Pump Head Longer DG Series Low Flow Multi Channel Pump Head Longer DG15 Series Multi Channel Pump Head Longer DG15 Series Multi Channel Pump Head Longer WT3000 series of Micro Gear Pump Longer WT3000 series of Micro Gear Pump FMI RHV Series Low Flow Variable Speed Pump FMI RHV Series Low Flow Variable Speed Pump FMI RHB Series Direct Current Pump FMI RHB Series Direct Current Pump FMI QBLDC1550 Series Direct Current Pump FMI QBLDC1550 Series Direct Current Pump FMI RH Series Miniature Motorless Pump Head FMI RH Series Miniature Motorless Pump Head FMI QB Series Direct Current Pump FMI QB Series Direct Current Pump FMI QD Series High Speed High Flow Pump FMI QD Series High Speed High Flow Pump FMI QV Series Variable Speed Pump FMI QV Series Variable Speed Pump FMI QBLDC Series Direct Current Pump FMI QBLDC Series Direct Current Pump Longer ASP100 Series Syringe Pump Longer ASP100 Series Syringe Pump Longer LSP10-1B Series 10-Channel Syringe Pump Longer LSP10-1B Series 10-Channel Syringe Pump Industrial High Flow IC Series Industrial High Flow IC Series