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Artificial Intelligence: A New Reality for Chemical Engineers

From process and materials development to maintenance and logistics, artificial intelligence (AI) is emerging as a transformative force across the chemical process industries As in many other sectors, artificial intelligence (AI) technologies are beginning to emerge in the chemical process…

The Balanced Burner

Modern combustion technologies help processors safely meet emissions standards, while optimizing the process Combustion is integral to many chemical processes; however, it is not without challenges. Safety is, of course, always paramount when it comes to fired equipment and constantly…

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Accelerating Six Sigma Research with the Definitive Screening Design (DSD) Technique

DSD is a new design-of-experiments (DOE) technique that is expected to bring huge benefits when using a Six Sigma optimization strategy Statistical tools are deeply ingrained in the Six Sigma methodology to optimize processes and products during chemical process industries…

Liquid Flashing in a Control Valve Without Choked Flow

Many engineers may wonder if it is possible to have flashing liquid flow in a control valve even if flow is not choked. The short answer is yes, but it is not very common. This article provides a more detailed…

Non-Contacting Gas Sensors Minimize the Risk of Corrosion to Plant Equipment.

Fast, accurate measurement of low ppm water vapor in corrosive gas streams is essential for preventing equipment corrosion. For a prominent European chemical company, switching from slow electrolytic sensors to almost real-time moisture analysis has made a significant improvement. Inovyn…

Keeping up with automation

Last month, news broadcasts announced that an artificial intelligence (AI) news anchor, said to be the world’s first ever, had gone live in China. 1 The AI anchor was modeled after a real-life news presenter, and is said to be…

5 ways to Optimize Production of Polymers and Intermediate Petrochemicals

Polymer production and manufacturing the intermediate petrochemical products that constitute them, can be challenging due to the presence of hazardous, viscous, or corrosive chemical streams. These chemicals can be hard to manage, and tough on your equipment. Using the correct…

7 Ways to Achieve Process Safety in Chemical Production

In chemical production, safety during manufacturing operations is of the utmost importance. METTLER TOLEDO has prepared a new booklet on how cutting-edge analytics helped leading producers keep a safe environment during production. This 16-page guide contains short case studies on…

The Journey to Digitalization

Migrating to a connected plant with a digital platform helps industries maintain a competitive edge. This article offers insight on how to get started We are often asked how chemical companies pursue digital adoption. As you can surmise, this is…

Wanhua Chemical Group to institute first UOP Process Reliability Advisor service in China

Honeywell (Morris Plains, N.J.; www.honeywell.com) today announced that Wanhua Chemical Group Co., Ltd. will use the Honeywell Connected Plant Process Reliability Advisor to provide prescriptive monitoring of its UOP C3 Oleflex unit at its plant in Shandong Province in Eastern…