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This section of the website provides some general articles for interest to chemical engineers covering different aspects of the profession.   The articles have been written so that they should be understandable to intelligent non-experts, as many of the subjects may be of interest to people outside of the process industries.

 

Disaster at Bhopal

bhopal_memorial

The release of a toxic gas from a pesticide plant at Bhopal in December 1982 was the worst disaster in the history of the chemical industry.  This article describes what happened and the lessons for chemical engineers.

 

Dimensionless Groups in Chemical Engineering

laptop_smallThere are numerous dimensionless groups used in chemical engineering.  This article introduces some of the most common ones. 

 

UK Legislation Affecting Chemical Engineers

diplomaA discussion on the main UK legislation and regulations affecting process engineers

 

Ageing of Chemical Plants

steam_engine_smallMany chemical plants are over 25 years old - particularly in the west.  This article discusses the implications for plant design and operation. 

 

Confined Space Entry

chemical plantWorking in a confined space is one of the most hazardous working environments in a process plant.  This article gives an overview of the dangers and some advice on how to avoid accidents. 

 

Chemical Engineering Textbooks

handbook_chemphy_smallThere are lots of Chemical Engineering textbooks and no process engineer could ever own all of them.  This article gives a list of some of the most useful books on Chemical Engineering.

 

Beginners Guide to Contracting

laptop_smallClients often employ process engineers on short term contracts, for labour flexibility - usually via agencies.
Going into freelance work has many advantages but it is not a decision to be taken lightly.  This article provides some advice on contracting for engineers.

 

Process Engineering Recruitment Agents

Jobs Photo This article presents a list of recruitment agents specialising in jobs for chemical engineers.

   

 

Accountants for Engineers

AbacusFreelance Process Engineers (Contractors) often need the services of an accountant - particularly if they work through their own limited company.  This article discusses what accountants can offer process engineers and advice on how to select one.