Even seasoned engineers can fall into the trap of trusting valve datasheets too much. In real chemical‑processing environments, “on paper” performance can fall short — especially when factors like backpressure, fluid phase, fire exposure, or piping layout are misunderstood. This…
The convergence of artificial intelligence. machine learning and materials science advances is transforming the scope of computational chemist roles and skillsets For decades, computational chemistry has played a central role in the world’s understanding of molecular interactions as it enables…
Alongside the recent commissioning of its pilot plant producing the world’s first 100% plant-based, biogenic-carbon isocyanate products, the leadership team of Algenesis Materials (San Diego, Calif.; www.algenesislabs.com) spoke with Chemical Engineering magazine to share their scaleup insights and outlook for…
The integration of Raman spectroscopy into "green" ammonia production represents a significant advancement in ensuring product quality and process efficiency In the quest for sustainable and environmentally friendly industrial processes, the production of “green” ammonia has emerged as a critical…
Early planning, inventory readiness and supply-chain collaboration are critical for successful petroleum refinery turnarounds In the ever-evolving world of petroleum refinery operations, few events carry the scale, risk and financial weight of a plant turnaround. These scheduled shutdowns, designed for…
As the global energy transition accelerates, the need for scalable, resilient and ethically sourced battery-storage solutions has become critical. Lithium-ion batteries (LIBs), though central to electric vehicles (EVs) and grid-scale storage (Figure 1), face long-term limitations due to their reliance…
Designing new separation operations involves several key steps, including proper naming of the process steps, identifying suitable technologies and supporting studies needed for unit-operation selection Chemical engineers must be vigilant when reviewing first-of-its-kind chemical processes to ensure that processing steps…
It is often said that “pumps are the workhorses of industry” in that they are used in nearly all processes and must withstand a diverse range of extreme operating conditions, including exposure to corrosive or abrasive chemicals, cryogenic temperatures and…
Key technologies and approaches can help chemical transport operations meet regulations, while also reducing risk and expenditure The chemical process industries have felt the pressure of global economic shifts more than most in recent years, forcing many to look for…
For chemical companies, supply chain success demands optimized, GHS-compliant labeling practices Safety and compliance are top priorities in the chemical process industries (CPI) and heavy-duty industries, with proper storage and handling of chemicals — especially hazardous ones — a prominent…