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An Array of Factors Complicates U.S. Petroleum Refining Strategy
Maintaining profitability amid considerable uncertainty in global trade, environmental policy and product demand is a daunting prospect for the U.S. refinery fleet A complex and somewhat unprecedented interplay of factors has been complicating investment and production strategies for U.S. petroleum…
Regenerative blowers with premium corrosion resistance
Rotron CP and EN regenerative blowers (photo) are engineered to provide safety and efficiency in hazardous and corrosive environments. Constructed from aluminum, these blowers are naturally spark- and corrosion-resistant, distinguishing them from other blowers that are typically made of steel…
Focus: Solids Storage and Handling
This conveyor accommodates discharge heights up to 40 ft The Helix® flexible screw conveyor (photo) is designed to excel in multiple applications, from bulk material transport to precise batching and blending, effectively accommodating powders, granules and irregularly shaped materials. The…
A synthetic clean and flush product for heat-transfer systems
Globaltherm C1 FF is a synthetic clean and flush product (photo) designed to simplify maintenance for industries relying on heat transfer systems. Globaltherm C1 FF offers a safer, faster and more cost-effective alternative to traditional cleaning methods, says the manufacturer.…
A new smartphone for use in potentially explosive areas
Wireless networking via 5G enables industrial companies to achieve fast communication, reliable data transmission, and flexible processes, for example in maintenance. The new explosion-proof Smart-Ex 203 smartphone (photo), first presented at the Hannover Messe 2025 tradefair, supports the use of…
High-Performance Polymers in Hydrocarbon Processing Applications
High-performance polymers can compete with metallic systems in harsh processing environments and may offer potential benefits in certain applications The petroleum-refining and natural-gas industries are constantly evolving, spurred by the imperative within energy markets to be continually on the lookout…
Pilot planned for electrochemical extraction of REEs and other critical metals
Construction is planned for a pilot plant that will demonstrate a modular electrochemical technology for extracting rare-earth elements (REEs) and nickel from industrial wastes, such as coal ash. The startup Blueshift (Boston, Mass.; www.buildblueshift.com) recently announced venture capital funds that…
Centrifugal pumps can benefit from this new service platform
This company recently launched its Energy Optimization Service (photo) for centrifugal pumps in energy-intensive industries. This service is designed to create new best-practice standards for the operation of centrifugal pumps across their lifecycle. The solution brings together digital analysis, machine…
Smart analysis provides notable drivetrain energy savings
Drivetrain Analyzer Cloud (photo) helps companies significantly reduce the energy consumption of their drive systems through energy-based maintenance. The Connection Module IOT collects extensive data from the drive train and transmits it to the Drivetrain Analyzer Cloud. There, relevant operating…
Data Analytics Enhance Sustainability Outcomes
Using the right tools, chemical manufacturers can make sustainable step changes, such as for emissions reductions, while also increasing operational efficiency and product yield The chemical process industries (CPI) are characterized by faithful devotion to tried-and-true procedures, yielding efficient production,…