The chemical process industries (CPI) are undergoing a significant transformation. Following updates to the European Union’s Classification, Labeling, and Packaging (CLP) Regulation — which are set to take effect this year — companies must adapt to new classifications, labeling requirements…
In this interview, experts from the Thermal Kinetics division of RCM Technologies discuss an engineering-first approach that helps address market gaps in the fuel-ethanol industry and unlocks capacity-expansion potential for manufacturers Despite significant projected growth in the ethanol sector through…
As traditional control systems evolve to meet modern challenges, a new paradigm is emerging that promises to revolutionize industrial operations — software-defined automation Today the process industries operate in an increasingly complex environment where an aging infrastructure is being confronted…
Around 4 million tons of nylon 6,6 (a type of synthetic polyamide) are produced annually, making it one of the most commonly used fibers in the apparel and automotive sectors, as well as for netting in fishing and agriculture. Its…
LanzaJet, a producer and technology provider for Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF), announced that Cosmo Oil Co. (Tokyo) has been selected for a subsidy from Japan's Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI) to support a project developed with Mitsui &…
This article presents a summary and explanation of an update to the Hazard Communication Standard The U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) issued its final rule on May 20, 2024, updating the Hazard Communication Standard (HCS). OSHA requires chemical…
Despite the urgent need for decarbonization of industrial processes, carbon dioxide emissions from the industrial-scale manufacture of chemicals often prove difficult to abate and are on track to increase over the next decade. Some industrial sectors, such as power generation…
Quality control processes can have a reputation for being redundant or tedious, but they play a fundamental role in producing consistent and effective products. When it comes to the manufacturing of products for the medical and life-sciences sectors, these processes…
There is much promise in the decarbonization potential of “green” hydrogen produced via water electrolysis powered by renewable energy. A flurry of research activity across the globe is aiming to improve the efficiency and costs for electrolysis by investigating new…
Hiring hesitancy, cultural shifts, new labor laws and artificial intelligence are several factors that are impacting the engineering workforce The engineering labor landscape is evolving, presenting a range of challenges and opportunities for organizations. From the introduction of new labor…