Kiran R. Golwalkar Livres

Focusing on the operational efficiency of chemical production plants, this book outlines essential guidelines for selecting appropriate technology and machinery for new or existing facilities. It emphasizes improved plant layout, raw material selection, and the procurement of quality inputs to enhance product quality and client satisfaction. The text addresses common conflicts among various departments and offers strategies to minimize energy loss during start-up and shutdowns, extend equipment lifespan, and prevent environmental pollution, supported by relevant case studies.

This book covers all major areas of operation, pollution control, safety, modernization, diversification, and resource management for cost control in the industrial production of chemicals. The author details the importance of obtaining the right type of raw materials and equipment for maximum plant efficiency and discusses revival of plants that have been idle for long periods. He also presents important issues concerning product quality, energy recovery, safety, pollution control and improving profitability by proper management of resources. The book is ideal for shop floor engineers, middle level management, and owners of small- and medium-scale facilities in many countries as it serves as a guide for keeping the plant operations running in adverse situations, for reducing energy consumption; improving profitability, resource allocation, and workforce planning.