Terpel Perú – RDU Business Case
Terpel Peru RDU Business Case
ExxonMobil Subsidiary | High-Viscosity Drum Decanting Automation

Challenge & Solution

Terpel’s Perú plant struggled with 3–5 hour manual decanting cycles and safety risks from drum heating. PACS LLC delivered a Robotic Decanting Unit that automated the process, eliminated ovens, and achieved over 99 % product recovery.

RDU at Terpel Perú

99 %

Recovery Rate

5 min

Decant Time/Drum

<0.5 %

Residue

18–20 wk

Lead Time

Installation & Commissioning

  • Collaborative robot mounted on skid with vibration-damped feet.
  • PLC Siemens S7 & HMI touchscreen integrated into the control cabinet.
  • Hygienic lance and CIP loop for automated rinse cycles.
  • Safety interlocks, E-stop, and perimeter guarding for operator protection.
RDU Setup

Integrated Clean-In-Place

After decanting, the same lance injects heated rinse fluid and recirculates to achieve a zero-residue clean in place—no manual cleaning needed.

CIP Rinse Process

For more details or to schedule a demo, contact:

[email protected] • +1 917 750 0292