This paper provides a brief overview of direct steam injection heating and how it can help support heating of your water or process fluids. Though it may not be the right fit for all heating applications in manufacturing processes its…
With energy prices on the rise and sustainability in the spotlight, manufacturers are under pressure to do more with less. Rebates for energy-efficient operations are up for grabs — but only if your systems are ready. Enter the Wilden® Pro-Flo®…
Selecting pressure regulators can be complicated because many different types exist and each has specific functionalities. Presented here is guidance for evaluating pressure-control needs based on process conditions, and for selecting the best regulator Delivering consistently on-specification products is a…
In the Ziegler-Natta polymerization process, precise temperature measurement is critical to prevent runaway reactions and ensure operator safety. A major risk arises if a thermowell leaks, potentially exposing personnel to hazardous materials during maintenance. Endress+Hauser’s iTHERM ModuLine TM131 with Dual…
The market for lithium-ion batteries continues to grow, driven by demands for consumer electronics, renewable energy storage and electric vehicles. The manufacture of these batteries is itself energy-intensive, with production steps that typically involve creating a slurry for a wet-coating…
Innovative burner and combustion systems optimize combustion, improving safety, effectiveness and efficiency while lowering emissions In burner and combustion operations, chemical processors must balance emissions and safety requirements with achieving optimal system performance in a cost-effective way. Further, many chemical…
Wood plc (Aberdeen, U.K.; www.woodplc.com) has been awarded a contract by Colombia's majority state-owned oil company, Ecopetrol, to deliver the detailed engineering design for upgrades at its Barrancabermeja refinery in Colombia. The project, known as Línea Base de Calidad de…
Regulating conditions such as flow rate at input, and backpressure at the vent will result in clearer data for your gas chromatograph. In this article, learn to leverage new technology to ensure the reliability of analyzer data, and reduce failure points in…
The following are recently published books with relevance for professionals in the chemical process industries (CPI): Biopolymers from Microorganisms for a Green Future. By Pratima Bajpai, Elsevier Press, 2025, 300 pages, $199.75. Sustainable Processes in the Circular Economy: From Virgin…
Discover how a new class of digital solutions can improve data visibility, enhance performance, and speed up engineering. In today's competitive chemicals industry, building efficient, reliable, and resilient operations is crucial for boosting profit margins. Industry leaders are turning to…