Process Design & Development

Placing a freeze-condenser ahead of an ejector system offers several advantages. Here's a look at what such units can do.

Properties of the feed, specifications for the product, and processing and industry considerations all play a role in selecting the optimum crusher or mill.

Gain insight as to what screw feeder is best for your application. Plus, learn how to size, specify and test screw feeders.

The appropriate testing procedures help direct the selection of vacuum filtration equipment and ensure optimum equipment operation.

This article introduces a novel approach to solving flow and pipe-sizing problems based on two new dimensionless quantities that are independent of line size and flow.

Efficient and reliable pumps can significantly improve a plant’s bottom line. This article reviews important concepts that a chemical engineer must understand and the factors that need to be considered when selecting radial-flow centrifugal pumps.

Selecting a thermodynamic model is an important step in process simulation — one that many engineers overlook. This overview of applied thermodynamics can help you choose the right model for your process.

Here is an easy way to remove fine fractions from solids, with a minimum loss of the coarse fraction.

Using equation-based modeling to design these reactors can optimize their efficiency and throughput.

This article explains the principles behind minor-component trapping, summarizes industrial experiences and provides guidelines for diagnosing and addressing the problem.