Issue Archive

Cut Pump Speed to Cut Problems
Lower rpm can translate into higher reliability.

Interest in Molecular Sieve Films Grows
Chemical engineers overcome membrane boundary defect hurdle.

Simplify Your Energy Message
Money loss calculators can spur better operator response to wasted energy.

Unique Foams Promise Better Gas Sensors
Simple production process allows tailoring for specific compounds.

Compliance Advisor: Think Small for Water Management
EPA hosts conference on decentralized wastewater treatment systems.

New Route Boosts Hydrogen Storage
Route promises to bolster prospects and avoid cost and byproduct issues.

Abandon-in-Place Must End
Leaving equipment derelict instead of demolishing it can prove costly.

Cut Pump Speed to Cut Problems
Lower rpm can translate into higher reliability.

Mothballing Requires More Than Idle Thought
Proper steps can protect plant assets and enhance eventual reactivation or sale.

How Many More Months Will It Run?
Technology bolsters plants' quest to boost uptime.

Participate In The Chemical Reaction
Be sure to leave your comments on our Chemical Reaction blog.

Understand All the Costs of Gas Leaks
Excessive energy consumption is just one of the economic penalties.

Process Puzzler: Master a Musty Mess
Readers suggest how to deal with a contamination source.

Call It "Dereliction of Duty"
Chemical companies too often don't exercise enough care when deactivating units.

Case Study: Novel Approach Enhances Control System Upgrade
Measures to mock-up wiring and limit project scope as well as operational improvements provided significant benefits.