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This X-ray fluorescence analyzer has sub-ppm sensitivity The ALTRACE is a benchtop energy-dispersive X-ray fluorescence (EDXRF) spectrometer (photo) designed for rapid, non-destructive elemental analysis across a wide range of sample types. Featuring sub-ppm sensitivity, it provides screening for elements from…
A more straightforward condensation route from bioethanol to linear alcohols
Linear alcohols, such as butanol, hexanol and octanol are widely used in coatings, adhesives, surfactants, detergents, lubricants, cosmetics and many other products, as well as fuels. Typical industrial methods for producing these alcohols rely on fossil resources and low-selectivity mechanisms…
Overcoming Material-Transfer Challenges in Food Processing Applications
A customized material-transfer unit was designed for the in-house supply and transport of raw materials, seamlessly linking the process steps of dietary supplement manufacturing while minimizing contamination and dust The stringent demands of the food industry create significant challenges for…
Electro-extraction technique unlocks copper in waste streams
Initiatives to increase electrification and build digital infrastructure for artificial intelligence are among the trends increasing demand for copper (and other critical materials), prompting efforts to identify new sources of the metal. The startup company SiTration (Watertown, Mass.; www.sitration.com), a…
Extending the Life of Legacy Rotary Dryers
Rotary dryers are often in operation for many decades after their initial commissioning. This article provides a decision framework to consider whether to upgrade, repair or replace an aging rotary dryer Rotary dryers are fundamental to ensuring product quality and…
Self-Neutralization of Nitric Acid Wastewater in a Wastewater Treatment Plant
Harnessing the alkalinity generation during denitrification in the treatment of acidic wastewater from a chemical-manufacturing facility in a wastewater treatment plant (WWTP) results in self-neutralization, offering cost savings and other benefits Facilities throughout the chemical process industries (CPI) produce large…
Eco-friendly method for making MOF-encapsulated enzymes expands possibilities
Enzyme-based biocatalysts are a key aspect of industrial green-chemistry initiatives, but they often don’t have the required stability to perform in industrial settings. A strategy for allowing enzymes to function longer and under harsher conditions has been to encapsulate them…
Show Preview: POWTECH TECHNOPHARM
From September 29–October 1, the bulk solids and conveying technology industry will gather at the Nuremberg, Germany exhibition center. Powtech Technopharm is a leading trade fair for processing and bulk-solids technology, drawing exhibitors from across the chemical process industries (CPI)…
Bulk-Solids Storage and Flow: Silos and Stockpiles
This article provides guidance on the selection and sizing of silos and stockpiles in bulk-solids-handling operations, and clarifies misconceptions surrounding gravity-reclaim storage systems for bulk-solids materials Gravity-reclaim systems for bulk-solids handling rely solely on gravity to withdraw material from storage…
Multivariable Sensors Offer Better Accuracy and Insight
Multivariable measurements can help optimize processes and drive sustainability With chemical manufacturers under pressure to gain a better understanding of their processes, improve operational efficiency and safety, control costs and provide accurate data to regulators, the use of multivariable process…