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Unit Operations in Chemical Engineering

The Operational Core of Chemical Engineering

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Each Unit Operation Explained

Blue jacketed reactor used for temperature control in chemical processes
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Heat Transfer Basics for Engineers

Heat transfer is a fundamental unit operation in chemical engineering, essential for energy recovery and process control. This article explains …
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Tall distillation column used in mass transfer operations for component separation in chemical processing
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How Distillation Works: Engineering Explanation

What is the Distillation Process? Distillation is a method used to separate the components of a liquid mixture by exploiting …
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Diagram of a distillation tray column showing liquid flow and height difference Δh between trays
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Tray Efficiency: Improve Column Performance

Discover the key differences between tray and packed columns in distillation. This guide explains efficiency metrics, pressure drop, flow range, …
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Rubby formation in methanol auto-thermal reformer showing catalyst damage and silica deposition inside heat exchanger tube.
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Heat Exchanger Fouling and Rubby Formation

Heat exchanger fouling in methanol plants can be a symptom of a deeper problem inside the Auto-Thermal Reformer (ATR): Ruby …
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