Articles

Title/Author	Date
Properly deliver compressed gases From large petrochemical units to tiny pharmaceutical pilot plants, day-to-day operations depend upon providing compressed gases in a controlled, safe and environmentally conscious manner. Correct gas handling also can improve process efficiency. Author: Larry Gallagher, CONCOA	05/08/2007
Dow aims to gas up methane conversion efforts Mike Spear, editor at large discusses how researchers can submit simple proposals but must forego royalties in this month's End Point column. Author: Mike Spear, editor at large	04/24/2007
Choose the right fluid for your pressure test Compressed gas often makes the most sense for checking a process, according to Senior Editor Dirk Willard, in this month's Field Notes column. Author: Dirk Willard, senior editor	04/12/2007
Find the perfect steam trap Consider a variety of factors to select a unit that comes the closest. What steam traps lack in size, they make up for in numbers. In a typical steam plant, their numbers range from several hundred in a large steam plant to more than 20,000 in refinery or chemical complexes. Author: Stephen Frank, Richards Industries, Inc.	01/11/2007
Vehicle emissions case promises broad impact A Supreme Court ruling could affect voluntary efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, according to Mike Spear, editor at large, in his monthly End Point column. Author: Mike Spear, editor at large	01/08/2007
Gas up your sealing knowledge As users become more familiar with gas seal technology and its advantages, gas seals are being applied to a wider variety of applications and equipment than ever before. As the seals gain in popularity know their advantages and disadvantages. Author: Scott Boyson, Chesterton	12/05/2006
Piping for toxic and hazardous gases When processes change and plants need to install any of several types of ultra-high-purity process gases, specifying an appropriate piping system is crucial. Learn about a sound system design that maximizes efficiency, purity and safety. Author: Jeffrey S. Close	09/11/2006
Diesel's on track to enter the fast lane Audi wins a race with help from gas-to-liquids technology. Author: Mike Spear	05/12/2006
Paired processes aim to fuel biodiesel buildup The first plant to go from biomass to syngas to biodiesel is slated for 2007 startup. Once started up early next year, the unit will feed in 75,000 mt/yr of wood chips and straw to make so-called SunDiesel.	05/11/2006
Effect of noncondensable gases on flow boiling The presence of noncondensable gases in boiling fluids is not uncommon and sometimes can benefit the performance of the process. Author: LiDong Huang	02/08/2006
Succeed at steam sterilization Follow some dos and donts to keep from making common mistakes. Author: William D. Wise, Eli Lilly and Company	11/27/2005
Joint sealants a viable gasketing option While users can now achieve better sealing performance to meet specific needs, the gasket qualification and selection process has become more challenging.	10/18/2005
Dow Chemical and Baxter Healthcare win CP's inaugural Plant Innovation Award Projects at Dow Chemical and Baxter Healthcare received the highest ranking from our judges. Our first-ever Plant Innovation Award honors significant improvements to existing operating facilities. Author: Diane Dierking, senior editor	05/23/2005
Process engineering: Properly seal that pump Environmental concerns are fostering use of mechanical seals in a growing number of applications. Here's a rundown on seal options. Author: Ross Mackay	05/17/2005
Process engineering: Dryer provides a concrete lesson in control Removing water or moisture from a liquid stream is a critical operation in many processes. Liquid stream dryers commonly contain either molecular sieves or adsorbents; during the last 20 years, the use of molecular sieves has become much more common. Author: Andrew Sloley, contributing editor, and Richard Readshaw, senior staff process engineer for VECO USA Inc.	05/03/2005
Gaskets: meeting the acid test in sealing Dow Corning Corp. was experiencing difficulties sealing a large hydrochloric acid column. GORE-TEX Series 600 gasket tape proved it could seal tightly for an extended period of time. Author: Steve Beach, Dow Corning Corp., and Rob Haywood, W.L. Gore & Associates	02/15/2005
Give gaskets a squeeze Reevaluate gasket use when operating conditions or maintenance procedures change. Author: Andrew Sloley	09/16/2004
Rev up energy savings Electric motors in continuous or near-continuous service have high energy costs, even at the relatively low electric rates common in much of the chemical industry. Don't squander savings opportunities when considering motor replacement	05/13/2004