A plant is more than just a combination of its parts: only when considering the system as a whole can the highest effectiveness be achieved from the start. Westfalia Separator engineers develop separator and decanter package units and process lines that provide users added value through the use of intelligent engineering and integrated solutions. They use Cadison as their planning tool.

Safety is the top priority in WFI (Water for Injection) production, but cost efficiency is also an important consideration. Intelligent media flow configurations provide the answer.

The time is rapidly approaching when oil, gas and coal will no longer be able to satisfy worldwide demand for energy. In response, politicians are forcing the development of renewable and alternative sources of energy. As is the case in conventional process engineering, pumps have a crucial role to play.

Side-channel pumps are the ideal choice in applications where self-priming, gas and vapor handling, low NPSH and low noise emissions are major design criteria.

Who would not want to save energy to offset the impact of rising energy and raw material prices? The experts at Bayer Technology Services have developed a systematic methodology called the Energy Efficiency Check which helps users increase system energy efficiency.

At north American pharmaceutical manufacturer Gilead Sciences, accurate control of pH is critical to good crystallization and high yield. But aggressive chemicals used in the company’s processes, including hydrobromic acid, quickly wrecked on-line pH sensors – sometimes as often as several times per batch.

Atlas Copco’s Industrial Vacuum division have launched the DHS 065-200 VSD+ dry screw vacuum pump offering lower lifecycle costs, higher productivity, less energy consumption and easy maintenance.

What’s happening in terms of vacuum pumps? PROCESS has tracked down the current trends and latest developments. And one thing’s for sure: Producing “empty spaces” is and remains attractive.

There is a wide selection of heat transfer oils out there to choose from, and each product has its own specific properties. But how do you find the right one for your particular application? A few key criteria will help you make the best choice.

Will tomorrow's machine fitter be an IT expert?–In the near future, members of the maintenance team will be expected to be as proficient in handling data and smart phones as they are with wrenches and welding torches. But what needs to be done to turn the vision of Maintenance 4.0 into a viable concept? PROCESS took a closer look at the next industrial revolution.