Traditional Reactor Design "The following discusses many factors that impact the design of a chemical reactor: Kinetics of reaction drives the design of the reactor, as the rate of chemical reaction determines the size and shape of the reactor. Reactant concentrations impact the design of the reactor, with a higher concentration leading to a faster reaction rate. … [Read more...]
What You Should Know About Batch Distillation
Introduction A new batch distillation project can be an overwhelming task for operating engineers in the field with many duties including plant operations. The list below gives one an idea on what should you know before you start a batch distillation project. Summary Is the final product to be sold damaged by temperature? This infers that a vacuum may be required … [Read more...]
Zero-Fouling with the Self-Cleaning Heat Exchanger
I want to draw your attention to our webinar of November 17th: Achieve up to zero-fouling with the self-cleaning heat exchanger technology. I would like to ask you if you could/would like share this in your colleagues if you have an interest in Zero-fouling in heat exchangers. Technology Keep your equipment operational with Klaren International’s … [Read more...]
Empowering Young Women in Chemical Engineering
Introduction - Empowering Young Women in Chemical Engineering As part of our "Empowering Young Women in Chemical Engineering" program Francia Jaimes from Bucaramanga, Colombia has joined us this year. She will graduate from Universidad de La Sabana after she completes her one year internship here. Megan Smith of the University of Colorado, Boulder will return for the … [Read more...]
Miniature Membrane Separators and Separating Organic Solvents
Introduction to Membrane Separators Zaiput Flow Technologies’ patented liquid‐liquid/liquid‐gas miniature membrane separators enable liquid extraction in flow chemistry‐based processes and provide a solution for typical batch‐based liquid extraction steps (i.e., slow settling time/separation of emulsions, elimination of the need to run batches at half capacity to … [Read more...]