Sulzer, founded in 1834 and headquartered in Winterthur, Switzerland, is a global leader in fluid engineering with advanced solutions for the oil and gas, chemical, power generation, and water sectors. The company specializes in high-performance pumps, separation technologies, and mixing equipment engineered for critical industrial processes. Sulzer’s systems enhance process reliability, energy efficiency, and sustainable operations, particularly in demanding flow control environments. With engineering hubs and service centers in over 40 countries, Sulzer delivers tailored solutions for industrial clients worldwide.
The facility will be constructed in two phases, each with an annual capacity of 80,000 tonnes, resulting in a total production capacity of 160,000 tonnes per annum and will be the largest PLA production facility in the world.
Relying on electricity instead of traditional energy-intensive steam boilers, VoltaSplit reduces the direct CO2 emissions of distillation units by up to 90%.