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Maintaining proper pressure can play a crucial role in the stable operation of a distillation column. Learn how to select the most appropriate pressure control scheme.

cep0101.jpgJanuary 2001
Vol. 97, No. 1

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Environmental Protection

Develop a Strategy for Residual Risk

Understand the implications of the pending regulations to better address residual risk and to develop an effective communications plan. Mary F. McDaniel - Richard D. Siegel - Kristin  Leuschner - 

Distillation

Effectively Control Column Pressure

Maintaining proper pressure can play a crucial role in the stable operation of a distillation column. Here’s how to select the most appropriate pressure-control scheme. Andrew W. Sloley 

Measurement and Control

Cut the Cost and Raise the Reliability of Your Instrumentation

Review your maintenance, engineering, purchasing, and construction practices. Often, big improvements are possible. David W. King - 

Career Catalyst

Succeed in Business in the Far East

Understand what is expected of you when traveling to this burgeioning part of the world. Lionel F. Laroche - Susan  Morey - 

Lionel F. Laroche - Susan Morey -
Safety

Six Steps to Effectively Update and Revalidate PHAs

Process hazard analyses must be revamped — or redone from scratch — every five years by law. Following the guidance given here will facilitate this effort. Kevin  Smith - David K. Whittle - 

Management

Overcome Organizational Snags to Technology Transfer

Commercializing a new technology often means reaching accord between clashing groups. Here’s a road map to navigate these hurdles. Jonathan H. Worstell -