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Running sophisticated process simulations does not guarantee correct results. You need to understand the thermodynamic assumptions underlying the program and how to ensure proper applications..

cep0105.jpgMay 2001
Vol. 97, No. 5

Running sophisticated process simulations does not guarantee correct results. You need to understand the thermodynamic assumptions underlying the program and how to ensure proper applications.


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Simulation

Uncovering the Realities of Simulation

Running sophisticated process simulations does not guarantee correct results. You need to understand the thermodynamic assumptions underlying the program and how to ensure proper applications. Marco S. Satyro - Rajeev  Agarwal - Yau-Kun  Li - Oscar  Santollani - Andrew  Vieler - 

Safety

Select the Best Model for Two-Phase Relief Sizing

A variety of methods exist for sizing valves, but not all give the best predictions for certain conditions. Ron  Darby - Paul R. Meiller - Jarad R. Stockton - 

Environmental Protection

"Rightsize" Your Environmental Management Information System

Ensure the success of your facility-level EMIS by choosing an appropriate scope based on site-specific factors. John M. Beath - 

Heat Transfer

Properly Clean Out Your Organic Heat-Transfer Fluid System

Follow these guidelines for applying side-stream filtration to on-line cleaning, and chemical or mechanical cleaning to equipment that has been drained of fluid. Ander  Beain - Jay  Heidari - Conrad  Gamble - 

Solids Handling

Prevent Premature Screen Breakage in Circular Vibratory Separators

Follow these simple precautions to minimize costly breakage. Henry  Alamzad - 

Career Catalyst

Now Hear This

Understand the listening process and follow these guidelines to become a better listener. Robert W. Bly -