Industry leaders’ insights on the future of battery materials supply and production At The Battery Show (Oct. 6–9; Detroit, Mich.), all eyes were on the supply chain, with wide-ranging panel discussions covering everything from emerging technologies to reduce the reliance…
As the global demand for lithium-ion batteries grows — driven by electric mobility and renewable energy — so does the need for advanced battery recycling technologies. Among the most critical enablers of safe and efficient recycling is vacuum technology. Vacuum…
For chemical engineers, the need to modernize chemical feed systems is already clear. Rising energy prices, tightening discharge regulations and new sustainability mandates have left little room for outdated practices. At the same time, workforce dynamics are shifting as veteran…
The step-by-step approach described in this article is designed to help plants adopt AI effectively for management of electrical equipment assets Chemical plants must balance high production demands with strict safety standards and tight margins. Equipment failures are more than…
Learn how to remove uncertainties in facility siting studies by addressing key factors, such as blast overpressure and protection, managing risks and incorporating blast-resistant control rooms The U.S. petroleum refining industry in 2024 comprised over 130 operational refineries, managed primarily…
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…