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In this month's cover story, T. Reg Bott asks the perennial question, "To Foul or Not to Foul?" Go to page 30 for his words of wisdom. Also, CEP wants a few good opinions on what you think is the current state of the chemical engineering industries. Read the editorial on page 7 and respond to Kristine Chin at krisc@aiche.org

November 2001
Vol. 97, No. 11

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Heat Transfer

To Foul or Not To Foul -- That is the Question

Here are some insights into the design, operation and research issues associated with heat exchanger fouling. T. Reg Bott -

Environmental Protection

Preventing Pollution Around the World

By implementing these strategies at all of its overseas facililities, an international corporation can reap such benefits as increased efficiency, reduced costs and a positive public image. J. J. Rao -

Fluids/Solids Handling

Size Letdown Lines for Pressure Surges

A high-pressure gas flow in a letdown circuit can cause damage to piping and equipment. Here is how to design a system to avoid damage should a pressurized gas flow occur Gianni Anci -

Professional Development

Elements of Calculation Style

Style helps readers to understand, and calculations to succeed James Anthony -

Safety

Use Maximum-Credible Accident Scenarios for Realistic and Reliable Risk Assessment

Posing various possible incidents - rather than just the worst-case one - illuminates those that are really important and those that are most likely to occur Faisal I. Khan -

Management

Manage Projects Effectively

Developing the proper plan can help to avoid budget overruns Glen Rosentrater -

Career Catalyst

Succeed in Business in Germany and Switzerland

Interactions with the Germans and the Swiss may seem easy, but it's important to understand their way of thinking and their approach to doing business. Lionel F. Laroche - Leonore Clauss -

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