July 2022

Quick Poll: Monitoring Mechanical Integrity

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Process Safety Management Audits Unmask Myriad Mistakes

James R. Thompson and James A. Klein

This final part in our series covers a broad variety of commonly found issues

Greenhouse Gases: See The Forest Not Just The Trees

Mark Rosenzweig

Chemical makers’ efforts on CO2 address only part of the problem

Fluid Handling: Don’t Push Piping Flow Too High

Andrew Sloley, Plant InSites columnist

Understanding velocity limits to prevent erosion and corrosion is crucial

Small Modular Reactors Pose Waste Handling Issues

Seán Ottewell

Study reveals small modular reactors produce more nuclear waste than traditional ones

Chemical Compliance: Get Ready For Superfund Excise Tax

First deposit of reinstated tax used to fund cleanup of hazardous waste sites is due July 29

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Energy Saver Projects: Yes, It Does Matter

Alan Rossiter

Incorrect installations can hinder recouping any energy savings

Safety Advice: Get Fired Up About Combustible Dust

Dirk Willard

Take adequate steps to defuse dangers posed by such particles

Use Wireless Tools To Increase Plant And Worker Safety

Kevin Stultz and Jacob Tardoni

Take advantage of toxic gas monitoring and location tracking

Novel Approach Improves Ammonia Process Efficiency

Takuto Nakai

Use of artificial intelligence and first principles hybrid modeling provides gains

Dry Your Solids Properly

Tom Blackwood, Solids Advice columnist

Focus on the characteristics essential to the final product

July 2022

Process Puzzler: Avert Dryer Difficulties

Plastic Waste Yields Hydrogen And Nanotubes

Poll Results: Work From Home

Nanoscale Membranes Boost Organic Separations

3D Printing Builds Plant Role

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