machine-design

Cooling water fouling gradually degrades heat exchanger performance, increases energy costs, and raises failure risk. Learn how fouling affects shell and jacket heat exchangers and how to make rational maintenance decisions in chemical plants.

A practical engineering guide explaining why glass-lined equipment is widely used in batch chemical plants. Covers cost advantages, corrosion resistance, versatility, and operational best practices.

Practical guidance on where electromagnetic flow meters should be used in chemical plants. Ideal for water and acid lines, but unsuitable for phase-separation streams.

A beginner-friendly guide to why vortex flow meters are ideal for steam service in chemical plants. Learn their advantages, limitations, and how they compare to other flow meter types.

A beginner-friendly guide explaining where rotameters (variable area flowmeters) are most effectively used in chemical plants. Covers practical applications such as nitrogen purging, vacuum air bleed, and reflux monitoring, with clear engineering context for hands-on plant operations.

A beginner-friendly guide explaining why fluororesin-lined equipment is reluctantly chosen in chemical plants. Covers corrosion issues, operating conditions, static risks, and practical design considerations.

Beginner-friendly guide to dust-explosion prevention in powder hoppers. Learn practical engineering measures such as nitrogen inerting, sealed filling systems, static-electricity control, and nitrogen blow for blockage prevention during discharge.

Learn how vibrating sieves work and how to design them safely for chemical plants. Understand structure, vibration mechanisms, and key safety measures to prevent dust explosions.

Learn how to choose the best heat exchanger for batch plants.Understand why shell-and-tube exchangers dominate, and when to consider spiral or plate alternatives.

A practical guide for engineers on how to select the right pump for batch-type chemical plants. Covers centrifugal, canned, magnet, ceramic, and slurry pumps with real-world insights.