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operation

The Four Pillars of Safety in Chemical Plants: From Chemical to Behavioral Safety

Learn the four key types of safety in chemical plants — chemical, process, work, and behavioral safety — and how each contributes to safer plant operations. A practical guide for engineers.
machine-design

When Electricity Is Not an Option: Using Air-Driven Equipment in Explosion-Proof Plants

Learn how air-driven equipment can replace electrical devices in explosion-proof chemical plants.From pumps to valves and vacuums — discover practical air-powered solutions for safer, simpler operations.
machine-design

Understanding Time and Frequency Response in Vibration Systems — Connecting Theory to Real Motion

Learn the difference between time and frequency response in vibration systems.This beginner-friendly guide explains resonance, damping, and how real machines behave during startup and steady-state vibration.
machine-design

Understanding the Equation of Motion for a Beam with a Point Mass: Extending Vibration Theory

Learn how to derive and interpret the equation of motion for a beam with an attached mass and spring.Understand how mass variation affects vibration modes and boundary conditions — an essential step in vibration analysis and structural modeling.
maintenance

Maintenance Strategies for Glass-Lined and PTFE-Lined Pipes in Chemical Plants

Practical guide to maintaining glass-lined and PTFE-lined pipes in chemical plants. Covers BM vs. TBM, condition grading, inspection tips, early leak detection, and reducing flange connections for safer operations.
machine-design

Understanding Plant Engineer Tasks: Key and Daily Responsibilities

Discover the daily and project-specific tasks of a plant engineer. Learn about design, procurement, P&ID checking, budget management, and standard updates, explained from real work experience for beginners.
construction-design

How to Quickly Estimate Pipe Lengths in Chemical Plants | Practical Tips for Engineers

Learn practical tips to quickly estimate pipe lengths in chemical plants. Useful for capital investment, plant capacity assessment, and equipment design, helping engineers save time while evaluating piping systems.
construction-design

Why 3D-CAD Has Not Taken Root in Chemical Plant Piping Design

Despite its advantages, 3D-CAD has not become mainstream in chemical plant piping design. This article explores the challenges from an owner's engineer perspective: skill shortages, retrofit difficulties, and maintenance obstacles
procurement

How to Evaluate New Equipment Vendors in Chemical Plants: A Practical Guide for Engineers

A practical guide for chemical plant engineers on evaluating new equipment vendors. Learn why fabricated equipment is a safe starting point, key evaluation steps, and how to build reliable supplier relationships.
procurement

From Estimates to Reality: Making Reliable Budgets for Plant Equipment Purchases

Discover why equipment cost estimates in chemical plants often fail. Learn 5 common pitfalls of using past data and how to build more reliable budgets.