November 2013

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Options May Improve Aniline Removal From Wastewater

Readers offer suggestions for a two-stage countercurrent solvent extraction process.
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Dow Chemical, Eastman, Eli Lilly and AkzoNobel Incite Innovation

Companies are relying on a variety of strategies to foster creativity
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Oxygen 'Sponge' Suits Redox Reactions

Catalytic converters for cars, sensors, fuel cells and rechargeable batteries could benefit from the transition metal oxide.
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Improve Operator Training

Make the most of simulators by understanding five key factors for success.
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Fabric Simplifies Production of Chemical Compounds

Method enables low-cost production of long-term functionalized textiles without causing pollution.

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Don't Fall For Common Myths About Hot Oil Systems

Thermal fluid heating systems still cause users a certain amount of trepidation.
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8 Causes Of Pressure Gauge Failure

Inadequate attention can make plants vulnerable to mishaps
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Anti-Corrosion Coatings: Novel Approach to Offshore Manufacturing Pays Off

Coating manufacturer succeeds by thinking differently about project
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Shell-and-Tube Heat Exchanger

Allocating fluids in a tubular exchanger demands care.
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Safety: Douse a Burning Issue

You're not as safe as some fire safety tests may lead you to believe.
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Global Biofuel Efforts Expand

Korean researchers introduce novel method that uses bacteria to produce gasoline.
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Hoax Highlights Publishing Problem

Bogus research papers get accepted by scores of open-source academic journals
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Optimize Boiler Loads

A boiler's limited turndown ratio causes huge dollar losses.
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Toxic Chemicals: Prepare for Product Regulations

Taking several steps now can significantly impact future operations.