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How to Use Overall Heat Transfer Coefficient (U) in Plant Operations: Practical Tips for Engineers

Learn how to use the overall heat transfer coefficient (U) in chemical plants, including calculations and practical field tips.
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Understanding the p-h Diagram in Refrigeration: A Beginner’s Guide

Learn how to read and use the p-h (pressure-enthalpy) diagram in refrigeration systems. A beginner-friendly guide to understanding each stage of the cooling cycle.
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Understanding Steam and Water Ejectors: Basics for Plant Engineers

Learn how steam and water ejectors work in chemical plants. A beginner-friendly guide covering principles, features, and practical use for reliable plant operation.
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Beginner’s Guide to Packed Tower Design: Key Steps for Gas–Liquid Contact

化学プラントで使われる「充填塔」の設計ステップを初心者向けにわかりやすく解説。液体とガスの接触効率を高めるための考え方と構造選定の基本が学べます。
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Understanding Tank-Type Reactors: A Beginner’s Guide for Chemical Plants

Learn the basics of tank-type reactors in chemical plants. This beginner-friendly guide covers structure, components, and key design considerations for safe and efficient operation.
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What Is a Water-Sealed Vacuum Pump? A Beginner’s Guide for Chemical Plants

Learn about water-sealed vacuum pumps used in chemical plants. This beginner-friendly guide explains how they work, advantages, safety, and considerations for operation.
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9 Common Tank Nozzle Design Patterns for Chemical Plants

Discover 9 common tank nozzle design patterns used in chemical plants. Learn their applications, advantages, and risks to improve safety, operability, and maintenance.
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Beginner’s Guide: What to Check in a Piping Diagram Before Designing Equipment

Learn what to check in a piping diagram (P&ID) before designing equipment in a plant. A simple guide for beginners in plant design and engineering.
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Safe depressurization of pressure vessels — how to use pressure-reducing valves and safety valves correctly

Safe depressurization of pressure vessels: learn how to coordinate pressure-reducing valves and safety valves, understand cracking/popping/reseat/blowdown, and avoid nuisance relief or unsafe overpressure.
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What Is an Analysis 10-Dish Plate? A Simple Guide for Sampling in Distillation Columns

Learn what an analysis 10-dish plate is and how it's used to take samples from distillation columns. A beginner-friendly explanation for process engineers.