AIChE
Producing Fuels and Chemicals from Lignocellulosic Biomass
August
2008
SBE Special Section
Mark Holtzapple, Rocio Sierra, Aaron Smith, Cesar Granda and Mark T. Holtzapple
As oil and natural gas prices rise, lignocellulosic biomass becomes a viable feedstock for the fuel and chemical industries— provided key issues are addressed.
Use Limited Life-Cycle Analysis for Environmental Decision Making
February
2001
Environmental Management
Robert P. Vignes
LLCA compares the relative impacts of alternatives that may be considered anywhere during a product’s life cycle. Here’s how to perform such an evaluation.
Successfully Switch from Industry to Academia
April
2001
Career Catalyst
Alan W. Weimer
Here’s what you should know if you’re considering making the transition.
Map Your Way to Strategic Investments in Process Safety
July
2001
Safety
Paris Stavrianidis
Many CPI firms are looking at safety costs as investments, rather than expenses, and are reaping the wide-range benefits. Here's a roadmap of how best to accomplish this.
Quarter Turn vs. Rising Stem: Who is in Control?
September
2001
Fluids and Solids Handling
Bill Lyons, James W. Noel
Check out the valve choices that are available and make an informed decision on which one is right for your application.
To Foul or Not To Foul -- That is the Question
November
2001
Heat Transfer
T. Reg Bott
Here are some insights into the design, operation and research issues associated with heat exchanger fouling.
Clean Up Contaminated Sites
January
2002
Environmental Management
Faisal I. Khan
Risk-based monitored natural attenuation effectively monitors the extent of contamination, the associated risk, and the effectiveness of natural clean-up processes.
Keeping Global Teams Going
February
2002
Career Catalyst
Lionel F. Laroche
Global teams can maintain their effectiveness by using the right communication tools, following good communication practices, working at building and maintaining trust, and taking cultural differences into account.
Estimate Emissions from Vacuum Operations
May
2002
Environmental Management
Jimmy Peress
This article compares empirical methods and test methods for determining air-leakage rates and offers guidelines on their use.
Use Sustainability Metrics to Guide Decision-Making
July
2002
Environmental Management
Beth R. Beloff, Earl Beaver, Jeanette M. Schwarz
Sustainability provides a framework for integrating environmental, social and economic interests into effective business strategies.
Hydrogen: Liability or Asset?
September
2002
Reactions and Separations
Dennis Vauk, Ian Moore, Nick Hallale
In a petroleum refinery, viewing hydrogen as an asset rather than a liability can lead to increased profits. The key is in the mindset. A typical investor uses money to make money. This article shows you how to use hydrogen to make money.
Applying Bus Technologies in Process Control
December
2002
Instrumentation
Ed Smigo
Fieldbus technologies have become increasingly popular in process control applications. This article highlights the practical applications and economics of various buses, so that an engineer can choose the best one for his or her process.
Computationally Evaluate Self-Reactivity Hazards
February
2003
Reactions and Separations
Edward S. Shanley, Michelle R. Murphy, Surendra K. Singh
Here is a method that rates the tendency of new compounds to self-explode without the need to perform extensive laboratory tests.
Profit from Effective Greenhouse Gas Management -- A Six-Step Plan
May
2003
Environmental Management
Joseph W. Hower, Michael P. Scott, Stanley R. Hayes
Follow this procedure for evaluating the strategic importance of greenhouse gas (GHG) issues to your firm and developing a corporate strategy for managing GHGs.
Should You Accept an International Assignment?
August
2003
Career Catalyst
C. Delia Contreras, Fabio Bravo
Consider the career- and family-related benefits and trade-offs of an overseas experience, as well as whether you have what it takes to be successful in such a position.
















