Process Design & Development

With so many types and options available, choosing the right control valve can seem daunting. Selection can be simplified by considering the process fluid, the service requirements, how the various valves function, and seeing how each valve will...

Many new technologies are being developed, but several important barriers must be overcome before process intensification is widely adopted.

First, prevent problems by selecting the appropriate trap and installing it properly. If problems arise, follow these guidelines for diagnosing and correcting them.

Proper design, fabrication, assembly and operation of a pressure vessel closure are essential to ensuring product containment, integrity and quality.

Use this new correlation based on window liquid velocity to predict baffle tray capacity.

Finding the proper nozzle for specific applications doesn't have to be difficult. By applying basic concepts of nozzle technology, you can create a droplet profile that best suits your needs.

It is common knowledge that baffles promote better flow in an agitated vessel, but how to apply them and what kind to use take some ingenuity.

Use phase diagrams to develop reliable crystallization processes quickly and cost effectively.

Use this graphical technique to choose a reactor configuration based on optimizing residence time.

This article outlines some of the considerations involved in selecting and specifying a reactor system for research and development applications.