2018 AIChE Annual Meeting October 28 - November 2, 2018David L. Lawrence Convention Center, Pittsburgh, PAThe AIChE Annual Meeting is the premier educational forum for chemical engineers interested in innovation and professional growth. Academic and industry experts will cover wide range of topics relevant to cutting-edge research, new technologies, and emerging growth areas in chemical engineering.
10th AIChE Southwest Process Technology Conference October 9-10, 2018Moody Gardens Hotel and Convention Center, Galveston, TXThe South Texas Section of the AIChE, in partnership with AIChE HQ, is hosting its Tenth Annual Southwest Regional Process Technology Conference. This conference highlights 8 core programming areas of chemical engineering, and 2 keynote addresses.
2018 Process Development Symposium June 5-7, 2018Hamburger University at McDonald's Campus, Oak Brook, ILThe 2018 Process Development Symposium is a place to exchange wisdom, knowledge, tips, and personal experiences in the development and scale-up of chemical and related processes. Save the Date Flyer Register Now
2018 KIChE Spring Meeting April 25-27, 2018CECO, Changwon, KoreaThe 2018 KIChE Spring General Meeting will be held under the theme of “Chemical Engineering for Clean Energy and Environment”. The main purpose of the meeting is to provide opportunities for chemical engineers to present the most updated research results, discuss new developments, and exchange...
Mixer Simulations, Modeling Nonideal Reactors and Mixers Archived Webinar Apr 4, 2018 Continuous stirred tank reactors, batch reactors, and mixers are frequently used in the consumer product, food, pharmaceutical, and fine chemical industries. Processes using these devices usually require carefully controlled environments, where conditions such as temperature and composition are...
Editorial: Our Cybersecurity Wake-Up Call April2018EditorialCynthia MasconeA Google search for “cybersecurity wake-up call” turns up more than 2 million hits; adding “industrial controls systems” narrows the search to a bit under 300,000 hits. So I hesitated when I wrote that headline, because I don’t want to come across...
Profile: Keeping Pace with the Changing Landscape of Automation April2018ProfileReflecting on a career in the oil industry that has spanned more than four decades, Steve Elwart, the Director of Systems Engineering at Ergon Refining, finds that many of the positive changes in industry have occurred on the human side of...
The Essentials of Continuous Evaporation May2018Back To BasicsBryan W. Hackett, P.E.Evaporation is a standard thermally driven unit operation. Learn three methods to improve evaporator efficiency.
Spreadsheet Problem-Solving for Chemical Engineers eLearning (online) CourseA basic course tailored specifically to chemical engineers. Improve your productivity while solving day-to-day ChemE problems.
Technical Entity Trends: A Water Roadmap for Chemical Engineers April2018Technical Entity TrendsMichelle BrynerWater is one of the most important resources in the chemical process industries (CPI) — presenting both opportunities as well as compliance obligations. It is involved in a broad range of operations, including separations, product recovery,...
Excel VBA Programming for Chemical Engineers Face-to-Face CourseIf you know your way around Microsoft Excel and you’re ready to learn Visual Basic for Applications (VBA) Programming this course is for you.
Best Practices for Pilot Plant Layout April2018Process DevelopmentRichard PalluziFollow these recommendations to ensure your pilot plant has sufficient space to achieve your research and development goals.
Designing Hoppers, Bins, and Silos for Reliable Flow April2018Fluids and Solids HandlingGreg Mehos, Mike Eggleston, Shawn Grenier, Christopher Malanga, Grishma Shrestha, Tristan TrautmanFollow a guided approach to measure solids properties, choose bin shapes, and calculate hopper angles and outlet sizes for effective storage and use.
Process Intensification (Complete 27-Page Special Section) March2018Special SectionProcess Intensification: Its time is now; Realize the Potential of Process Intensification; Modularization in Chemical Processing; Employ Static Mixers for Process Intensification; Infographic: Process Intensification – A New Paradigm.
Meet Process Engineer Monica Wilson April 20, 2018Monica Wilson discusses what led her to the career choice of process engineer and talks about her work at Union Carbide and AkzoNobel.
Implement an Effective Corrosion Mitigation Program April2018Plant OperationsTim OlsenAs opportunity crude usage increases, unexpected corrosion has become a major issue in piping and process units. Corrosion monitoring is a crucial part of maintaining the operational integrity of a refinery.
AIChE Journal Highlight: Rethinking Chemical Reactor Design April2018Journal HighlightChemical reactors have traditionally been designed to take advantage of economies of scale, which dictates that material costs typically decrease on a per-volume basis as the reactor is scaled up. In the April AIChE Journal Perspective article, “...
Safely Unload and Convey Combustible Dusts April2018SafetyAbhi BhargavaDust explosions are a major hazard of unloading and conveying operations. Protect your facility from explosions with venting panels, flameless venting systems, and chemical suppression systems.
New Products: April 2018 April2018New ProductsFiltration and Separations Dust Filter Meets Sanitary Standards The Hygienic Round Top Removal (HRT) filter is a pulse-jet filter designed for dust collection in low-capacity pneumatic conveying systems. The unit has a top-hinged dome and uses snap-...
Employ Static Mixers for Process Intensification March2018Special SectionKevin J. Myers, Eric E. Janz, Neil Cathie, Mark A. JonesStatic mixers can efficiently and effectively accomplish an increasing number of process objectives, expanding the opportunities to apply them for process intensification.
2018 Western Student Regional Conference April 27-28, 2018University of California, IrvineConference Highlights include Regional Chem-E-Car Competition, Regional ChemE Jeopardy Competition and Regional Student Paper and Poster Competitions. Conference Website
Electrochemical Engineering Live Webinar Live Wednesday, April 25, 2018 - 2:00pm-3:00pm Are you involved in the design and/or operation of electrochemical devices? This webinar is for you. In 60 minutes, you’ll gain a basic understanding of the hardware, operation and architecture of an electrochemical system and the advantages and challenges of electrochemical processes. Through real...
Conceptualization of Solids Processing Flow Sheets Archived Webinar Mar 14, 2018 Struggling with the process of constructing a solids processing-intensive flow sheet? Take this webinar. In 60 minutes, look at how each step in the construction of a flow sheet is made more difficult by the interplay between the various process unit operations and product requirements. Explore...
Five Things to Ensure Compliance and Efficiency with Your Mechanical Integrity Program Archived Webinar Mar 7, 2018 Explore mechanical integrity and how a programmed implementation of activities can ensure that critical equipment will be suitable throughout the life of the process.
Meet Process Engineer Robert Nunley January 8, 2018Welcome to the first in a series of AIChE blog posts profiling process engineers, a diverse group of professionals spanning multiple industries and regions.
Chemical Engineers Develop Metal-Organic Frameworks to Cut Petrochemical Energy Consumption March 16, 2018Chemical engineers have developed an MOF that promises to greatly reduce energy consumption in the propylene-propane separation process.
Modularization in Chemical Processing March2018SBE Special SectionMichael Baldea, Thomas F. Edgar, Bill Stanley, Anton A. KissMost high-margin growth opportunities lie in high-grade specialty chemicals. To realize these opportunities, manufacturers are looking to distributed modular production facilities. Process intensification could help to enable these new technologies.
Polystyrene Reused to Filter Toxic Pollutants from Water March 19, 2018Researchers from Brazil and the UK are fighting water pollution two ways with a method that reuses polystyrene to filter toxic and carcinogenic waste chemicals from water.
Essentials of Chemical Engineering for Non-Chemical Engineers Face-to-Face CourseDo you work with chemical engineers and need to speak their language? Learn the fundamentals of chemical engineering in just 3 days.
Process Intensification: Its Time is Now March2018Special SectionThomas WalshFor more than 40 years, process intensification (PI) efforts in the U.S. have lagged behind those in other parts of the world. Europe has invested heavily in this research area, and both industry and academia have embraced advances in these technologies — particularly in the chemical and pharmaceutical manufacturing areas, which have seen increases in productivity, energy efficiency, and sustainability. American manufacturing is now awakening from its long slumber and progress is on the horizon.
Spreadsheet Problem-Solving for Chemical Engineers Face-to-Face CourseThis course provides a comprehensive, hands-on overview of spreadsheet applications, focused on the needs of chemical engineers.
Realize the Potential of Process Intensification March2018Special SectionJames Bielenberg, Michelle BrynerWith a history that dates back to the 1970s, process intensification (PI) is not a new concept. Several developments have moved PI forward, but realizing PI’s full potential will require the concerted efforts of industry, academia, and government.
Video Tutorial: Circular Calculation in Excel March 23, 2018This tutorial on using Excel for circulation calculations shows how to use Excel and the Colebrook equation to create Moody diagrams.
Meet Process Engineer Mike Ulowetz March 2, 2018Welcome to the second in a series of AIChE blog posts profiling process engineers, a diverse group of professionals spanning multiple industries and regions.
New Products: March 2018 March2018New ProductsInstrumentation Adjustable Weights Simplify Balance Testing The standard line of adjustable cavity test weights simplifies routine balance testing in production environments. The weight cavity includes a threaded aperture that can be adjusted with a...
Join @ChEnected Using #AIChESpring, #GCPS and #WCPT8 March 27, 2018@ChEnected will be live tweeting throughout the 2018 AIChE Spring Meeting and the 8th World Congress on Particle Techn
AIChE Journal Article on “Green” Catalysis Technique Aiming to Boost Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Efficiency Tops Altmetrics Charts March 5, 2018New green catalyst draws attention for its speed and efficiency.
Patent Update: Your Invention: Patent Worthy or Merely Inherent? March2018Patent UpdateM. Henry HeinesMany composition-based inventions stem from the discovery of useful but previously unknown properties of the composition. When such a composition is patented, infringers are often tempted to dismiss the patent as merely claiming inherent...
Meet Process Engineer Mirza Ahmad March 28, 2018Welcome to the third in a series of AIChE blog posts profiling process engineers, a diverse group of professionals spanning multiple industries and regions.
HAZOP Studies/Advanced PHA Concepts Combo Course Face-to-Face CourseThis course is a combination of HAZOP Studies and Other PHA Techniques for Process Safety and Risk Management (CH157) and Advanced Concepts for...
Characterizing Adsorbents for Gas Separations March2018Reactions and SeparationsDarren BroomPressure-swing adsorption (PSA) and temperature-swing adsorption (TSA) separate a specific gas species from a mixture of gases. This article explains how to evaluate the performance of an adsorbent for a given separation.
Maintenance & Reliability for Improved Uptime and Lower Operating Costs eLearning (online) CourseNewly Updated for 2018 Equipment performance is vital to meeting safety, productivity, reliability and cost goals. In this course, you’ll learn how...
March 2018 CEP Preview March 13, 2018This issue delves into process intensification, modularization in chemical processing, and takes a look at characterizing adsorbents for gas separations—plus much more.
2019 Spring Meeting and 15th Global Congress on Process Safety March 31 - April 4, 2019Hilton New Orleans RiversideThe AIChE Spring Meeting is the year’s key technical conference for practicing chemical engineers. A wide range of subjects relevant to the current needs of industry is covered.
Particle and Bulk Solids Characterization Technology Face-to-Face CourseGiven the wide range of technologies available today for powder and particle characterization, selecting the best option for an application is not...
SAChE® Certificate Program - Dust Explosion Control eLearning (online) CourseAre you following the U.S. Chemical Safety Board’s recommendations for preventing dust explosions? Learn what they are and how they must be applied.
What Every New Engineer Needs to Know about Process Safety eLearning (online) CourseGain a broad overview of what process safety is, why it is important and its applications in the process industries
New Products: February 2018 February2018New ProductsHeat Transfer Condensing Boiler Has a Flexible Design for Easy Field Access The Free Flex condensing boiler has a 95% thermal efficiency and a weld-free construction. The heat exchanger can be easily accessed in the field for cleaning. The boiler is...
Distillation Technology for Operators eLearning (online) CourseGain an understanding of the theory of successful distillation practices. In addition, learn about what actually happens in a column with this online...
Crystallization Process Development eLearning (online) CourseAn in-depth overview of what theories, methods and techniques should be on the radar of every engineer involved in crystallization processes and...
SAChE® 证书课程–氮在过程安全的作用 eLearning (online) Course这门SAChE安全证书课程重点讲化学工业中的基本物质-氮气。因为是惰性气体，氮气在化工生产、加工、处理和运输等各个方面有着广泛的应用。氮封使可燃物的安全储存和使用成为可能，还有助于防止可燃粉尘爆炸。但是，它也是一个明显的窒息性气体，在其处理和使用中必须应用安全原则。
February 2018 CEP Preview February 15, 2018Learn how to optimize pilot plant testing for liquid-liquid extractions, analyze the performance of pump networks, get an update on the chemical industry in Hungary, and much more.
Heat Exchanger Design and Operations Face-to-Face CourseThis course is ideal for chemical and mechanical engineers who are engaged in plant operations, technical services, and project design; or with...
Principles and Practices of Chemical Reactor Design and Operations Face-to-Face CourseImprove your ability to design unconventional reactor configurations – even when equations for them are not available – by adopting a new outlook and...
AIChE Journal Highlight: Reducing Lithium in Zeolites for Air Separation February2018Journal HighlightThe widespread adoption of lithium ion batteries for energy storage has driven a steep increase in the demand for lithium. As a result, lithium prices have surged, while lithium reserves have declined.
Fluid Mixing Technology for Operators eLearning (online) CourseAre you ready to expand your knowledge of mixing theories and improve your performance and results? This course is for you.
Distillation in Practice eLearning (online) CourseLearn essential distillation concepts including vapor liquid equilibrium, start-up and troubleshooting, and other best practices with this online...
SAChE® Programa de Certificación – Reacciones fuera de control eLearning (online) CourseAntes de que pueda manejar las reacciones químicas de forma segura, primero hay que entenderlas. En este curso, podrás identificar posibles...
Manufacturing USA: Opportunities for Chemical and Biological Enterprises February 20, 2018The Manufacturing USA initiative is creating exceptional opportunities in a wide range of manufacturing, and AIChE's RAPID is playing an important role.
Distillation in Practice Face-to-Face CourseLearn essential distillation techniques and developments and how to apply them to solve difficult distillation problems.
Crystallization Operations Face-to-Face CourseA practical overview of the basics of crystallization and precipitation and how to apply the fundamentals of crystal growth and nucleation to...
Flow of Solids in Bins, Hoppers, Chutes and Feeders eLearning (online) CourseIdentify strategies for alleviating problems, improving design and optimizing flow. Learn the bulk material flow strategies you need and how to apply...
SAChE® Programa de Certificación – el Rol de Nitrógeno en Seguridad eLearning (online) CourseEste certificado Sache se enfoca en nitrógeno, un elemento básico de la industria química. Debido a que es un gas inerte, el nitrógeno es adecuado...
Flow of Solids/Pneumatic Conveying Combo Course Face-to-Face CourseCombination of Flow of Solids in Bins, Hoppers, Chutes, and Feeders (CH032) and Pneumatic Conveying of Bulk Solids (CH033)
Excel VBA Programming for Chemical Engineers eLearning (online) CourseAre you already familiar with Excel and ready to learn Visual Basic Applications (VBA) Programming? This course is for you.
Flow of Solids in Bins, Hoppers, Chutes and Feeders Face-to-Face CourseGet up-to-date on proven design and troubleshooting principles for handling bulk solids in bins, hoppers, chutes and feeders for safe and trouble-...
Spreadsheet Problem-Solving and VBA Programming Combo Course Face-to-Face CourseTake advantage of a three-day immersion into Spreadsheet Problem Solving and Excel VBA Programming specifically covering chemical engineering...
Pneumatic Conveying of Bulk Solids eLearning (online) CourseLearn design and troubleshooting strategies that result in trouble-free flow. This online course addresses challenges like wear, attrition, rate...
SAChE® Programa de Certificação – O papel do Nitrogênio em Segurança eLearning (online) CourseEste Certificado em Segurança de Processos SAChE se concentra em nitrogênio o qual é um ponto de atenção da indústria química. Por se tratar de um...
Combine Dimensional Analysis with Educated Guessing February2018Computational MethodsCedric J. Gommes, Tristan GiletUse dimensional analysis and educated guessing to simplify experimentation and simulation, gain physical insight from empirical relationships, and extrapolate data.
Project Evaluation: Operating Cost Estimating Combo Course Face-to-Face CourseThis AIChE course is a combination of Conceptual Development & Capital Cost Estimating (CH139) and Project Evaluation: Operating Cost Estimating...
Chemical and Biological Engineers Create Filter for Highly Selective Chemical Separations February 8, 2018Previously impossible separations become reality; new filter operates with lower cost and emissions, compared to conventional separation methods.
Pneumatic Conveying of Bulk Solids Face-to-Face CourseGain a better understanding of pneumatic conveying problems and principles, allowing you to evaluate and troubleshoot your in-plant systems to...
Integrated Process Synthesis Face-to-Face CourseAs a chemical engineer, before you can make proposed process alterations you must consider the potential investment return. Yet, typically this...
Cash Flow Principles for Chemical Engineers eLearning (online) CourseProjects can fail or succeed based on cash flow. Yet many chemical engineers don’t truly understand cash flow or its role in project evaluation. In...
Analyzing the Performance of Pump Networks Part 2: Improving Pump Efficiency February2018Fluids and Solids HandlingJimmy D. Kumana, Manuel R. SuarezBest energy efficiency practices can reduce pump operating costs significantly. This article reviews the basics and presents a new way to account for variation in pump efficiency.
Applied Separations - Evaporation and Adsorption eLearning (online) CourseGain a practical understanding of evaporators and adsorption columns used in chemical engineering unit operations and processes. In this online...
Video Tutorial: Working with Histograms in Excel February 12, 2018If you need to visualize a distribution or estimate probability, then a histogram in Excel is probably what you’re looking for.
Conceptual Development and Capital Cost Estimating Face-to-Face CourseDon’t let an inaccurate cost estimate threaten the funding of an engineering project. Save money and time, and optimize your projects, with proven...