In order to maximize longevity and minimize process downtime, it is imperative to understand the factors that determine the proper selection of expansion joints. The following guidelines can help with selection decisions for expansion joints Although sometimes overlooked or treated…
Light hydrocarbons in storage tanks can vaporize and vent to the atmosphere, creating harmful emissions. An optimized vapor-recovery unit can effectively and economically reduce such emissions In the chemicals, petroleum refining and natural gas industries, storage vessels are used to…
Agronutris (Saint Orens de Gameville, France; www.agronutris.com) has selected Bühler AG (Uzwil, Switzerland; www.buhlergroup.com) as its process-solution provider for its first commercial-scale black-soldier-fly plant. Bühler will deliver a full-scope solution for the facility, which will be built in Rethel, France.…
This brochure explores how chemical companies are navigating the twin pressures of sustainability and competitiveness by embracing cleaner, more responsible ways of operating. It highlights the growing role of digital transformation and Industry 4.0 in improving efficiency, strengthening supply chains,…
Managed Services helps industrial organizations optimize maintenance processes, reduce unplanned downtime, and improve overall operational efficiency by turning data into timely, actionable insight. In this whitepaper, you’ll learn how to leverage digital technologies to drive greater efficiency and sustainability, ensure…
The chemical process industry plays a crucial role in our modern society, producing a wide range of products ranging from ammonia to sodium hydroxide that are essential elements of day-to-day commodities. However, the production and handling of chemicals come with…
Linde Engineering (Pullach, Germany) has signed an agreement with Yara ASA (Oslo, Norway) for the construction and delivery of a 24-MW green hydrogen plant. In December 2021, Yara was granted funding for the development of the initial plant by Enova.…
Stamicarbon BV (Sittard, the Netherlands), the innovation and license company of Maire Tecnimont S.p.A. (Rome, Italy; www.mairetecnimont.com), has been awarded a licensing and equipment supply contract for two Ultra-Low Energy grassroots urea plants in the People’s Republic of China. The…
Thyssenkrupp Uhde Chlorine Engineers GmbH, Dortmund, Germany has signed a supply contract with Shell for the large-scale project ‘Hydrogen Holland I’ in the port of Rotterdam, the Netherlands. Under the contract, thyssenkrupp Uhde Chlorine Engineers will engineer, procure and fabricate…
Copper-catalyzed electrochemical reduction offers a path for making valuable chemicals, such as ethanol or ethylene, from CO2. However, selectively generating sufficient yields of two-carbon products requires precise manipulation of the microenvironment near the surface to control reaction activity and product…