(24b) Column Inspections and Safety
AIChE Spring Meeting and Global Congress on Process Safety
2023
2023 Spring Meeting and 19th Global Congress on Process Safety
Separations Division - See Also Topical 8
Separations Process Fundamentals
Monday, March 13, 2023 - 2:00pm to 2:30pm
Distillation column inspections are an essential step to a successful installation or revamp. Safety, mechanical design and knowledge of the process intended for the column are just a few of the topics that must be covered before entering the column. Setting up a checklist of items to be checked alone often requires significant attention to detail. This presentation will provide an introduction to preparation for a safe and successful column inspection.