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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. |
04/12/2007 |
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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. |
01/08/2007 |
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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. |
12/05/2006 |
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October Process Puzzler: Improve centrifuge separation capacity, quality Readers offer suggestions to improve centrifuge separation capacity and quality in Chemical Processing's monthly Process Puzzler feature. |
09/29/2006 |
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September Process Puzzler: Uncovering cause of solid build-up Readers offer suggestions to improve reliability of a vibrating screen in Chemical Processing's monthly Process Puzzler feature. |
09/14/2006 |
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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. |
09/11/2006 |
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CAGI to verify compressor claims The compressed air industry is taking a step that will clear the air about the performance of its equipment. For the first time, many compressed air equipment manufacturers will submit their 50 hp to 200 hp lubricated rotary-screw compressors and 200 cfm to 1,000 cfm refrigerated air dryers to an independent laboratory for performance testing. |
09/11/2006 |
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The rise and fall of modulation Why have reciprocating designs fallen out of favor relative to the rotary compressor that is so predominant today? Read about the evolution of efficient controls for compressed air systems. |
09/11/2006 |
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Energy savings are often disguised as problems Carefully managing compressed air can save money. Compressed air is often overlooked in energy studies because many people do not fully understand compressed air equipment, their own system, or what it costs to produce compressed air power. |
08/18/2006 |
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Chemical processors face significant challenges in controlling fugitive emissions. The emissions escape from valves, compressors, pumps, piping components, etc. It is a difficult task, but necessary to avoid penalties and other liability. |
04/24/2006 |
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Separation processes often account for more than 50 percent of a chemical company's operating costs. Read how membranes and other non-thermal technologies poised to win a wider role. |
02/15/2006 |
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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. |
02/08/2006 |
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Condensate cripples compressor Readers offer tips on how to keep a standby compressor ready for service. |
01/05/2006 |
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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 |
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What is the CAPE-OPEN Laboratories Network (CO-LaN)? The primary purpose of CO-LaN is to promote the use and the development of the CAPE-OPEN standards in Computer-Aided Process Engineering (CAPE) software, and more generally to encourage all actions aimed at facilitating the use of CAPE software tools in industry, government agencies and academia. |
07/22/2005 |
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Liquid Mixing: Solid Challenges For consistency and success, theres no substitute for experience and power. |
07/18/2005 |
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Process engineering: Powder blending from art to science Predictive models, PAT, and continuous processing promise to reduce variability and improve product quality. |
07/13/2005 |
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Air compressors are an integral part of any manufacturing process. Learn about the key elements that affect air-compressor performance. |
06/14/2005 |
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Reflections on the 2005 World Batch Forum conference In this "special to the web" article, WBF Chairman Maurice Wilkins offers his thoughts on the 2005 WBF conference held last month in Atlantic City. |
06/09/2005 |
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Process engineering: Save time and money with field calibrators Portable, handheld calibrators save time for technicians checking equipment in the field. |
06/09/2005 |
