Challenges and Perspectives on the Chemical Industry in Brazil
Jose M. Pinto
Brazil has one of the world's largest chemical industries, but that industry faces major challenges in an increasingly competitive global economy.
2011
Learn to Effectively Operate and Maintain Pumps
Daniel Kernan
Centrifugal pumps play a central role in chemical processing. Proper pump operation and maintenance can improve a facility's productivity, reduce downtime, and trim costs.
Understanding Steam Traps
James R. Risko
Steam trap failure can affect process operations and reduce profits. Choosing the right steam traps can improve reliability and reduce cost.
Implementing an IACS Patch-Management Program
Kevin Staggs
Maintain state of the art industrial automation and control systems (IACS) by using these steps to support an effective patch management program and implement it with minimum risk.
Measuring Temperature by Direct Contact
Gary Freemer
Thermocouples and resistance temperature detectors are the most common contacting temperature sensors. Understand the techniques and apply them correctly to increase your temperature measurement accuracy.
Evaluating the Economics of Energy-Saving Projects
Douglas C. White
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