Lean for the Process Industries

Lean for the Process Industries
Author: Peter L. King
Publisher: Productivity Press
Total Pages: 340
Release: 2019
Genre: Lean manufacturing
ISBN: 9780367023324

Drawing on 40 years of application experience at one of the world's largest chemical and materials manufacturers, King provides the first comprehensive resource written explicitly for change agents within the process industries.

Mixing in the Process Industries

Mixing in the Process Industries
Author: A W NIENOW
Publisher: Butterworth-Heinemann
Total Pages: 429
Release: 1997-09-11
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 0080536581

This volume is a valuable reference work for the student and the practising engineer in the chemical, pharmaceutical, minerals, food, plastics, paper and metallurgical industries. The second edition of this successful text has been thoroughly rewritten and updated. Based on the long running post-experience course produced by the University of Bradford, in association with the Institution of Chemical Engineers, it covers all aspects of mixing, from fundamentals through to design procedures in single and multi-phase systems. Experts from both industry and academia have contributed to this work giving both a theoretical practical approach. It covers dry and wet powders, single and two-phase liquids, solid/liquid and gas/liquid systems. The range of mixers available for such diverse duties is dealt with, including tumbler mixers for powders, mechanically agitated vessels, in-line continuous mixers and jet mixers. Coverage is given of the range of mixing objectives, varying from achieving product uniformity to obtaining optimum conditions for mass transfer and chemical reactions. This volume is a valuable reference work for the student and the practising engineer in the chemical, pharmaceutical, minerals, food, plastics, paper and metallurgical industries. The second edition of this successful text has been thoroughly rewritten and updated. Based on the long running post-experience course produced by the University of Bradford, in association with the Institution of Chemical Engineers, it covers all aspects of mixing, from fundamentals through to design procedures in single and multi-phase systems. Experts from both industry and academia have contributed to this work giving both a theoretical practical approach. It covers dry and wet powders, single and two-phase liquids, solid/liquid and gas/liquid systems. The range of mixers available for such diverse duties is dealt with, including tumbler mixers for powders, mechanically agitated vessels, in-line continuous mixers and jet mixers. Coverage is given of the range of mixing objectives, varying from achieving product uniformity to obtaining optimum conditions for mass transfer and chemical reactions.

Process Industries 2

Process Industries 2
Author: Jean-Pierre Dal Pont
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Total Pages: 288
Release: 2020-10-29
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 1119779677

As a result of knowledge exchange between the academic and industrial worlds, this book analyzes the process industries impacted by the digital revolution that accompanies the ongoing energy and environmental transitions. Process Industries 2 first discusses bio-industries and analyzes the development of products of microbial origin. It then studies all the stages of industrialization that facilitate the progress from research to the production of a finished product, as well as industrial management techniques. Using concrete examples, this book presents the instruments of the digital revolution (artificial intelligence, virtual reality, augmented reality, the Internet of Things, digital twins), while analyzing their impact on the supply chain and operators. Boxes within the book, written by recognized specialists, invite both students and professionals, who are faced with a changing world, to reflect on the industry and the world of tomorrow.

Domino Effects in the Process Industries

Domino Effects in the Process Industries
Author: Genserik Reniers
Publisher: Newnes
Total Pages: 383
Release: 2013-07-08
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 0444543244

Domino Effects in the Process Industries discusses state-of-the-art theories, conceptual models, insights and practical issues surrounding large-scale knock-on accidents—so-called domino effects—in the chemical and process industries. The book treats such extremely low-frequency phenomena from a technological perspective, studying possible causes and introducing several approaches to assess and control the risks of these scenarios. The authors also examine these events from a managerial viewpoint, discussing single and multi-plant management insights and requirements to take pro-active measures to prevent such events. Academics, regulators, and industrialists who study and analyze domino effects in order to prevent such events will find the book unique and highly valuable. - Outlines available methods in analyzing these events, aiding understanding of the accidents and their causes - Covers current modelling, control and management tactics of domino effects, -facilitating prevention - Identifies areas where new research is needed

Ergonomic Solutions for the Process Industries

Ergonomic Solutions for the Process Industries
Author: Dennis A. Attwood
Publisher: Elsevier
Total Pages: 479
Release: 2004-01-24
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 0080470076

Work-related injuries, such as back injuries and carpal tunnel syndrome, are the most prevalent, most EXPENSIVE, and most preventable workplace injuries, accounting for more than 647,000 lost days of work annually (according to OSHA estimates). Such injuries, and many others, can be prevented in your facility by establishing an ergonomic design. This book shows you how to apply simple Ergonomic tools and procedures in your plant.Challenging worldwide regulations are forcing some companies to spend thousands of dollars per affected employee in order to comply. This book shows you how to comply with these regulations at a fraction of the cost, in the most timely, efficient method possible.*Learn how to use the Human Factors/Ergonomics tools in process industries*Identify and prioritize Ergonomic issues, develop interventions, and measure their effects*Apply Ergonomics to the design of new facilities

Lee's Loss Prevention in the Process Industries

Lee's Loss Prevention in the Process Industries
Author: Sam Mannan
Publisher: Elsevier Butterworth Heinemann
Total Pages: 3642
Release: 2012
Genre: Chemical industry
ISBN: 9780123972118

Lees' is industry's first stop for process safety information. Lees' 4e is the comprehensive and scaleable source of professional industrial process safety and loss prevention information. Available in print and electronic formats, and online with additional new tools and an annual update schedule, Lees' provides users with the information they require to ensure process safety. Volume 1 covers legislation, engineering and design: Key topics include law; major hazard control; economics and insurance; reliability engineering; hazard identification; hazard assessment; process design; pressure system design; control system design; emission and dispersion; and fire. Volume 2 covers operation and practical safety: Key topics include explosion, toxic release, plant operation, storage, transport, emergency planning, personal safety, accident research, reactive chemicals, safety instrumented systems, and chemical security. Volume 3 contains the case histories and data, including ACMH model license conditions; HSE guidelines' public planning inquiries; standards and codes; process safety management (PSM) regulations in the United States; risk management program regulations * THE process safety encyclopedia, trusted worldwide for over 30 years * Now available in print and online, to aid searchability and portability * Over 3600 print pages cover the full scope of process safety and loss prevention, compiling theory, practice, standards, legislation, case studies and lessons learned, in one resource as opposed to multiple sources.

Industrial Process Identification and Control Design

Industrial Process Identification and Control Design
Author: Tao Liu
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
Total Pages: 487
Release: 2011-11-16
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 0857299778

Industrial Process Identification and Control Design is devoted to advanced identification and control methods for the operation of continuous-time processes both with and without time delay, in industrial and chemical engineering practice. The simple and practical step- or relay-feedback test is employed when applying the proposed identification techniques, which are classified in terms of common industrial process type: open-loop stable; integrating; and unstable, respectively. Correspondingly, control system design and tuning models that follow are presented for single-input-single-output processes. Furthermore, new two-degree-of-freedom control strategies and cascade control system design methods are explored with reference to independently-improving, set-point tracking and load disturbance rejection. Decoupling, multi-loop, and decentralized control techniques for the operation of multiple-input-multiple-output processes are also detailed. Perfect tracking of a desire output trajectory is realized using iterative learning control in uncertain industrial batch processes. All the proposed methods are presented in an easy-to-follow style, illustrated by examples and practical applications. This book will be valuable for researchers in system identification and control theory, and will also be of interest to graduate control students from process, chemical, and electrical engineering backgrounds and to practising control engineers in the process industry.

Human Factors in the Chemical and Process Industries

Human Factors in the Chemical and Process Industries
Author: Janette Edmonds
Publisher: Elsevier
Total Pages: 525
Release: 2016-09-17
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 0128038780

Human Factors in the Chemical and Process Industries: Making it Work in Practice is a comprehensive overview of human factors within this sector, focusing on the practical application. It has been written by acknowledged industry experts from the Keil Centre, which is a leading practice of chartered ergonomics and human factors specialists, chartered safety specialists, registered occupational psychologists, and registered clinical psychologists The book was inspired by the international human factors training course run by the Keil Centre with the IChemE(http://www.icheme.org/human-factors), which has reached four continents across the world. The book is written for those who want a comprehensive overview of the subject, focusing on the practical application of human factors. It has been written for safety professionals, engineers and operational disciplines within industry, and those aspiring to these disciplines, who either deal with human factors issues or any aspect of the 'human element' in their core role. The book explains what 'human factors' is about and how human factors issues are best managed from a practical perspective. It will help readers develop a greater understanding of the area and how to establish more effective solutions for human factors related issues. - Provides comprehensive coverage of the most relevant human factors within this sector, with succinct overviews of each topic - Uses case studies and practical examples to illustrate topics and explains the material in a fully accessible, easy to understand style - Written by a single team of eleven industry practitioners, drawing on the combined expertise of different human factors specialisms which are rarely comprehensively combined in a single resource

Dust Explosions in the Process Industries

Dust Explosions in the Process Industries
Author: Rolf K. Eckhoff
Publisher: Elsevier
Total Pages: 745
Release: 2003-07-18
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 0080488749

Unfortunately, dust explosions are common and costly in a wide array of industries such as petrochemical, food, paper and pharmaceutical. It is imperative that practical and theoretical knowledge of the origin, development, prevention and mitigation of dust explosions is imparted to the responsible safety manager. The material in this book offers an up to date evaluation of prevalent activities, testing methods, design measures and safe operating techniques. Also provided is a detailed and comprehensive critique of all the significant phases relating to the hazard and control of a dust explosion. An invaluable reference work for industry, safety consultants and students. - A completely new chapter on design of electrical equipment to be used in areas containing combustible/explosible dust - A substantially extended and re-organized final review chapter, containing nearly 400 new literature references from the years 1997-2002 - Extensive cross-referencing from the original chapters 1-7 to the corresponding sections of the expanded review chapter

Waste Minimization and Cost Reduction for the Process Industries

Waste Minimization and Cost Reduction for the Process Industries
Author: Paul N. Cheremisinoff
Publisher: Elsevier
Total Pages: 351
Release: 1995-12-31
Genre: Science
ISBN: 0815519524

The purpose of this book is to provide a base of information and analysis to assist in implementation of the policy of reducing and/or minimizing hazardous waste generation in manufacturing and more specifically in the process industries. What is the significance of reducing the generation of all process wastes? This book examines the technical nature of waste reduction and the extent to which waste reduction can likely be implemented. Also explored is the extent to which technology itself, as well as information and resources, is a barrier to waste reduction. In what ways are waste reduction decisions dependent on specific circumstances? Can the amount of feasible waste reduction be estimated? Auditing of manufacturing and unit operations and processes are particularly significant and useful in the chemical process industries (food, pharmaceuticals, chemicals, fertilizer, petrochemicals, etc.) since it is estimated that these industries account for more than half of the hazardous wastes generated. This book presents a compilation of complete information on potential sources of waste loss or generation through technical inspection. Also presented are calculation methods for determining air-waste-solid wastes material balances, informational requirements and waste reduction analysis.The reader should find the book useful in the areas of auditing and waste minimization. It is replete with useful information as well as specific case histories, which should make it a practical tool for the user.