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Sustainability: Capture Recycling Business Opportunities
Dirk Willard
Nov. 30, 2022
Better attention to waste could be key to your bottom line
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Avoid Hazards in Dust Remediation
Dirk Willard
Nov. 15, 2022
Inspections, constant vigilance and good design are critical to mitigating dust hazards.
Explosion Protection: Zone In On Dust Hazards
Dirk Willard
Oct. 5, 2022
Selecting appropriate electrical area classification is crucial
Safety: Winterization Goes Beyond Equipment
Dirk Willard
Aug. 22, 2022
Pay attention to how your people dress for the cold.
Prevent Dust Explosions During Processing
Dirk Willard
July 20, 2022
Many plant operations pose under-appreciated risks
Safety Advice: Get Fired Up About Combustible Dust
Dirk Willard
June 20, 2022
Take adequate steps to defuse dangers posed by such particles
Maintenance: Make A Walkdown An Essential Step
Dirk Willard
May 18, 2022
Inspecting operations can provide invaluable insights
Polish Your Project Estimates
Dirk Willard
April 17, 2022
Keep in mind a number of key points including the value of some padding
Career Advice: Master Cold Calls
Dirk Willard
March 18, 2022
Honing phone skills with vendors is important
Career Advice: Appreciate The Help You Receive
Dirk Willard
Feb. 23, 2022
Many people will have a hand in your successful project
Sensibly Estimate Project Time And Cost
Dirk Willard
Jan. 26, 2022
Properly account for the impact of the pandemic and other issues
Profit From Portable Ultrasonic Flow Meters
Dirk Willard
Dec. 13, 2021
Follow some practical pointers to properly use these handy devices
Economics: Strive To Suppress Short-Sightedness
Nov. 4, 2021
Ignoring the humdrum to chase after the next shiny thing can stifle success
Engineering Advice: Properly Vet Contractors
Dirk Willard
Oct. 19, 2021
Some sensible steps can stave off unwelcome surprises
Consider The Effects Of Global Warming
Dirk Willard
Sept. 20, 2021
We won’t recognize chemical processing by 2100
Utilities Pose Underappreciated Safety Risks
Dirk Willard
Aug. 18, 2021
Air, water, steam and gas systems may harbor some unpleasant surprises
Improve Communication With Contractors
Dirk Willard
July 24, 2021
Better integrating them into our teams would boost safety significantly
Design Management: See The Positive Side Of Insecurity
Dirk Willard
June 25, 2021
Review of past decisions can show if they really were right
Management: Keep Cool When Thawing Projects
Dirk Willard
May 24, 2021
Changes since a proposal was frozen can pose risks and opportunities
Intelligently Edit P&IDs
Dirk Willard
April 23, 2021
Getting mechanical details right requires some knowledge of pipe construction
Correctly Cope With Career Challenges
Dirk Willard
March 29, 2021
Take some sage advice on dealing with touchy situations
Concentrate On Critical Thinking
Dirk Willard
Feb. 16, 2021
School teaches you how to learn not how to think
Corrosion: Don’t Put Peddle To The Metal
Dirk Willard
Jan. 20, 2021
The benefits of stainless steel sometimes blind users to its limitations
Maintenance: Don’t Jump The Gun
Dirk Willard
Jan. 3, 2021
Evaluate causes and service life left before rushing to repair
Write Engineering Reports Right
Dirk Willard
Nov. 3, 2020
Follow an effective format rather than rigid corporate standards
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