August 2021

Plasma Eases Carbon Dioxide Conversion

Single-step process produces higher hydrocarbons at milder conditions

Pressure-Based Measurements Level Challenges

Yokogawa’s Nicholas Meyer explains the benefits of a tried-and-true technology.

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Enhance Process Hazard Assessment Facilitation

An understanding of operations can improve efficiency and effectiveness

Equipment Installation: Smooth Out Site Assembly

Prefabrication, testing and inspection, and on-site modifications demand care

Design Control Rooms Right

Brad A. Walker and Peggy A. Hewitt

Follow three steps to get the best results when upgrading or building a new facility

Recycling: Plastics Require A Rethink

Mark Rosenzweig

Policy paper promotes establishing a global treaty with three specific goals

Diverse Editorial Board Bolsters Chemical Processing

Members really contribute to improving the magazine

Digitalization Brings Bountiful Benefits

Ng Hock Cheong

Collaboration enhances multi-faceted initiative at Singapore site

Maintenance: Properly Pitch Improvement Ideas

Use three questions to determine if a potential enhancement makes sense

Improve Communication With Contractors

Dirk Willard

Better integrating them into our teams would boost safety significantly

Don’t Get Blown Away By Air Motors

Alan Rossiter

Compressed air technology isn’t the most energy efficient source of power

Chemical Engineer Cracks Hindenburg Riddle

Wet weather, a conductive rope and a unique coating on the dirigible combined to cause the explosion

PFAS: Is Anything Not Reportable?

Few exemptions exist in proposed rule targeting pre- and polyfluoroalkyl substances