Voices: Field Notes

Recycling Business Opportunities

Sustainability: Capture Recycling Business Opportunities

Nov. 30, 2022
Better attention to waste could be key to your bottom line
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Avoid Hazards in Dust Remediation

Nov. 15, 2022
Inspections, constant vigilance and good design are critical to mitigating dust hazards.
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Explosion Protection: Zone In On Dust Hazards

Oct. 5, 2022
Selecting appropriate electrical area classification is crucial
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Safety: Winterization Goes Beyond Equipment

Aug. 22, 2022
Pay attention to how your people dress for the cold.
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Prevent Dust Explosions During Processing

July 20, 2022
Many plant operations pose under-appreciated risks
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Safety Advice: Get Fired Up About Combustible Dust

June 20, 2022
Take adequate steps to defuse dangers posed by such particles
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Maintenance: Make A Walkdown An Essential Step

May 18, 2022
Inspecting operations can provide invaluable insights
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Polish Your Project Estimates

April 17, 2022
Keep in mind a number of key points including the value of some padding
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Career Advice: Master Cold Calls

March 18, 2022
Honing phone skills with vendors is important
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Career Advice: Appreciate The Help You Receive

Feb. 23, 2022
Many people will have a hand in your successful project
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Sensibly Estimate Project Time And Cost

Jan. 26, 2022
Properly account for the impact of the pandemic and other issues
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Profit From Portable Ultrasonic Flow Meters

Dec. 13, 2021
Follow some practical pointers to properly use these handy devices
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Economics: Strive To Suppress Short-Sightedness

Nov. 4, 2021
Ignoring the humdrum to chase after the next shiny thing can stifle success
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Engineering Advice: Properly Vet Contractors

Oct. 19, 2021
Some sensible steps can stave off unwelcome surprises
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Consider The Effects Of Global Warming

Sept. 20, 2021
We won’t recognize chemical processing by 2100
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Utilities Pose Underappreciated Safety Risks

Aug. 18, 2021
Air, water, steam and gas systems may harbor some unpleasant surprises
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Improve Communication With Contractors

July 24, 2021
Better integrating them into our teams would boost safety significantly
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Design Management: See The Positive Side Of Insecurity

June 25, 2021
Review of past decisions can show if they really were right
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Management: Keep Cool When Thawing Projects

May 24, 2021
Changes since a proposal was frozen can pose risks and opportunities
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Intelligently Edit P&IDs

April 23, 2021
Getting mechanical details right requires some knowledge of pipe construction
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Correctly Cope With Career Challenges

March 29, 2021
Take some sage advice on dealing with touchy situations
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Concentrate On Critical Thinking

Feb. 16, 2021
School teaches you how to learn not how to think
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Corrosion: Don’t Put Peddle To The Metal

Jan. 20, 2021
The benefits of stainless steel sometimes blind users to its limitations
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Maintenance: Don’t Jump The Gun

Jan. 3, 2021
Evaluate causes and service life left before rushing to repair
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Write Engineering Reports Right

Nov. 3, 2020
Follow an effective format rather than rigid corporate standards