Rules of thumb for chemical engineers : a manual of quick, accurate solutions to everyday process engineering problems /

This new edition of the most complete handbook for chemical and process engineers incorporates the latest information for engineers and practitioners who depend on it as a working tool. New material explores the recent trends and updates of gas treating and fractionator computer solutions analysis....

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Bibliographic Details
Other Authors: Branan, Carl
Format: eBook
Language:English
Published: Amsterdam ; Boston : Elsevier, [2005]
Edition:4th ed.
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Online Access:Connect to the full text of this electronic book
Table of Contents:
  • Fluid Flow; Heat Exchangers; Fractionators; Absorbers; Pumps; Compressors; Drivers; Separators/Accumulators; Boilers; Cooling Towers; Refrigeration; Gasification; Gas Treating; Vacuum Systems; Pneumatic Conveying; Blending; Process Evaluation; Reliability; Metallurgy; Safety; Controls; Troubleshooting; Startup; Energy Conservation; Shortcut Methods for Decisions; Process Modeling Using Linear Programming; Properties; Approximate Conversion Factors; Appendix 1 Shortcut Equipment Design Methods Overview; Appendix 2 Geographic Information Systems; Appendix 3 Archimedes Method Goes Modern; Appendix 4 Process Safety Management; Appendix 5 Do-It-Yourself Shortcut Methods; Appendix 6 Overview for Engineering Students; Appendix 7 Guidelines for Equipment Decisions; Appendix 8 Process Specification Sheets.