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A quick guide to compressor suction knockout drum sizing Mist eliminator and gravity settling methods are reviewed |
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ACHEMA '94 perspective: A view of ACHEMA '94 conference A massive exhibit and numerous conference sessions address the petrochemical/chemical industry's current state and outlook |
May-94 |
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ACHEMA '94 perspective: The chemical industry, by country |
May-94 |
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Acoustic fatigue in large turbocompressors and pressure reduction system A near-field sound pressure level screening method can predict problems |
Aug-01 |
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Applications for multifunction pressure instruments Case histories show how these devices can improve reliability and lower costs |
Oct-03 |
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Apply mechanical reliability principles to turbomachinery design Use these guidelines to improve availability |
Oct-00 |
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Avoid NGL plant machinery problems Proper application and maintenance improve reliability |
Jan-99 |
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Apply proven machinery problem-solving strategies Here’s a summary of the approach used by competent machinery engineers |
Aug-06 |
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Behavior of dry-running piston rod sealing systems in crosshead compressors Various designs and materials were investigated |
Sep-04 |
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Better reciprocating compressor capacity control Developments in the automotive and electronics industries are enabling improvements |
Feb-97 |
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Calculate optimum pipe size for vapor Use these equations and graphs based on minimum cost |
May-94 |
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Combine troubleshooting and continuous monitoring of dynamic data for critical machinery Advanced systems provide more data and increase reliability |
Aug-05 |
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Condition monitoring for reciprocating compressors Practical experience with computer-aided online systems shows how useful they can be |
Sep-02 |
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Consider compressor upgrade options Substantial savings in time and money can be achieved |
Jan-01 |
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Consider cryogenic methods to improve ammonia production New technologies enable reducing the size of primary reformer and lowering energy consumption |
Oct-01 |
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Consider multishaft compressors for hazardous applications With the right precautions, they can be a more efficient, less expensive alternative to inline compressors |
Jul-97 |
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Consider synthetic lubricants for process machinery Improve performance and achieve significant savings in process plant operating costs |
Jan-95 |
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Consider variable-speed, motor-driven compressors in refrigeration unit Depending upon ambient conditions and electricity prices, operating savings can justify the additional cost |
Aug-00 |
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Controlling FCCU power recovery trains during a breaker trip With this algorithm, the process can be operated more efficiently and reliably |
Mar-99 |
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Coupling retrofits and upgrades Here are the considerations for applying nonlubricated, high-performance types |
Aug-06 |
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Cure liquid carryover from compressor suction drums Here's how to apply mist eliminators for higher throughput and efficiency |
Oct-04 |
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Cut your energy bills A European olefins plant used tailor-made, integrated solutions that reduced energy costs with minimal capital expenditure |
Jun-05 |
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Detect shaft cracks earlier Case study shows how an online monitoring system prevented a potentially catastrophic incident |
Nov-95 |
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Dynamic simulation analyzes expanded refinery steam system A project in a major refinery complex demonstrate the flexibility of this effective technology |
Nov-95 |
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Dry gas seals and support systems: benefits and options Follow these guidelines for proper specification, installation and maintenance |
Nov-03 |
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Field analysis of multisection compressors Use these guidelines to help ensure proper procedures are followed |
Jan-98 |
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Five-minute chemical engineer, The Use these helpful equations and tables to perform "quick-and-dirty" calculations |
Jan-96 |
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Flow-induced noise and vibration in turbocompressors and piping systems Identify, diagnose and solve related problems |
Oct-00 |
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Heat Integration complicates heat pump troubleshooting An engineering review discovered the root-cause of the problem, saving a considerable capital expenditure |
May-02 |
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How piston ring design affects dry-running hydrogen compressor capacity Tests reveal the best choices |
Jan-04 |
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Improve compressor containment with dry-gas seals Synthetic fuel manufacturing facility reduces maintenance expenses and steam usage for a methanation process |
Dec-99 |
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Improve control performance of centrifugal compressors Understand the process better and question usual assumptions |
Aug-99 |
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Improve glycol dehydration unit efficiency In-house modifications based on past experience and problems can raise unit performance |
Mar-94 |
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Improve NGL recovery Processing conditions and product specifications determine the best method to recover NGLs |
May-01 |
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Improve portable monitor selection Using new guidelines, operators can find the best analyzer to meet leak detection needs |
Feb-95 |
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Improve reliability of liquid film shaft seals Use these seal and support system guidelines to extend life |
Aug-95 |
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Improve reliability with operator log sheets Collecting the right data and training the operators can prevent major losses |
Jan-96 |
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Increase power and efficiency of LNG refrigeration compressor drivers All-electric-driven plants can offer many benefits |
Jan-03 |
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Increase reliability of reciprocating hydrogen compressors Current findings of an ongoing program to evaluate factors that contribute to reciprocating compressor reliability are presented |
Jan-96 |
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Integral gas engine compressor failures and solutions Here are the causes and how to remedy them |
Dec-03 |
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Labyrinth compressors improve reliability in low-temperature service Operating experience has been good in several installations |
Aug-06 |
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Machinery vibration: origins, impressions and cures Understand forces that influence machinery operation to better diagnose problems |
Jan-95 |
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Maintaining reliable engineered air Consider these factors to ensure a continuous supply |
May-05 |
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Metallic flexible coupling service life and failure modes Consider these design factors that contribute to reliability |
Jan-96 |
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Matching antisurge control valve performance with integrated turbomachinery control systems Optimize plant performance by improving compressor efficiency, availability and protection |
Aug-06 |
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Minimize capital investment for refinery revamps An optimized process design aims to fully use existing equipment |
Jan-97 |
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Minimize flaring during ethylene plant startup Using natural gas during commissioning of an ethylene plant diminishes off-spec material generation |
Jul-95 |
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Modern online monitoring systems for piston compressors Combining control and data collection improves performance and reduces costs |
Aug-03 |
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Motor considerations for turbomachinery Use these guidelines to properly match driver torque and power requirements to pumps and compressors |
Feb-95 |
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New coatings extend compressor service life A chemical company cost-effectively suppresses polymerization fouling, lengthens process uptime and minimizes maintenance expenses |
Oct-95 |
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New compressor control system saves gas plant energy and increases production Here are the advanced strategies used and project implementation |
Aug-07 |
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Optimize air compressor performance for GTL plants New mechanical advances enable compression solutions for evolving gas-to-liquids processes |
Jan-04 |
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Optimize gas turbine-driven centrifugal compressors 'Designed engineering' increases output by 100 – 500 kW |
Nov-00 |
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Overcome 'dataglut' Use histograms to transform a flood of data into valuable information |
May-99 |
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Practical process hydraulics considerations Examples show how to avoid many fluid flow problems |
Aug-99 |
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Performance testing guidelines for centrifugal compressors Here are the variables to measure and necessary instrumentation |
Aug-07 |
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Prepare machinery repair specifications Modify this reciprocating compressor example for other types of machinery |
Jan-00 |
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Process design and optimization ’96 Report describes process simulation technology for specific applications. Included are process names, diagrams, applications, descriptions, objectives, economics, installations, licensors and a complete list of process submissions |
Jun-96 |
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Pump control strategies benefit from compressor know-how Similar techniques can be used to avoid problems with parallel operation |
Feb-05 |
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Quality machinery installation doesn’t have to cost more Facilities design tips improve maintenance |
Jan-00 |
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Quick guide to compressor suction knockout drum sizing, A Mist eliminator and gravity settling methods are reviewed |
Jun-03 |
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Realistically assess reciprocating compressor foundation and mounting system loads Common assumptions about frame flexibility can result in miscalculating forces |
Aug-03 |
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Reciprocating compressor condition monitoring Ensure your system includes these capabilities |
Feb-00 |
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Redesign machinery for greater reliability Case histories and failure analysis guidelines illustrate the techniques |
Oct-99 |
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Reduce compressed air costs There are many practical ways, and all are common sense |
Dec-00 |
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Reduce costs with laser shaft alignment Significant savings result from reduced power consumption and labor, and increased machinery MTBF |
Aug-96 |
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Reduce power outages Using reliability techniques, operators can identify critical failure scenarios for electrical and steam systems |
Jun-95 |
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Reduce residual pulsation in reciprocating compressors Bottle volume and pressure fluctuations can be reduced with acoustic filters or additional pressure losses |
Jul-95 |
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Reliability driven asset management strategy for reciprocating compressors Use these methods to reduce mean-time-to-repair and increase availability |
Aug-05 |
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Segregated and integrated process and antisurge compressor control systems A proven design eliminated control interactions in this ethylene cracker facility |
Aug-04 |
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Solve your hydrocracker compressor problems Self-cleaning, flow direction optimized coalescers can significantly improve reliability |
Aug-00 |
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Turbogear bearing analysis Increasing use of variable-speed drives makes this more important |
Apr-97 |
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Understand cavitation in reciprocating pumps Use these guidelines to help avoid problems |
Aug-06 |
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Understand centrifugal compressor, equipment interaction Operating scenarios provide insights into predicting behavior during changes |
Aug-99 |
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Understand dry gas seals Use these guidelines for a successful installation |
Feb-00 |
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Use dry gas seals on cracked gas applications Olefins operator reduces maintenance costs by installing MACT sealing systems on compressors |
Oct-98 |
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Use ejectors to reduce operating costs Here are some uncommon applications for the technology |
Dec-05 |
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Use equipment failure statistics properly These data can help in deciding which reliability improvement efforts are feasible and reasonable |
Jan-99 |
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Use gas conditioning to improve compressor gas seal life Here’s how to ensure a continuous supply of clean and dry buffer gas |
Jan-05 |
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Use of oil-injected screw compressors in a special fuel gas boosting service They offer advantages compared to centrifugal and reciprocating types |
Dec-04 |
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Use vacuum systems to recover vent gas Environmental benefits from recovering vent gas are becoming increasingly important and require installing compressors in association with amine scrubber towers |
Dec-99 |
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Variable-speed drives lower compressed air costs Users can improve energy efficiency, start/stop motors repeatedly, plus reduce maintenance costs and noise levels |
Jul-02 |
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