Considering the complexity and volatile nature of today’s chemical processes, Process Hazard Analysis (PHA) studies are necessary for risk management of highly hazardous process systems. Hazardous chemical facilities have a responsibility to protect people and their environment, as well as property. The best option for completing a PHA is to find experienced specialists who … [Read more...]
Advanced Phytonic Extraction: Part III – The Advantages Over Other Processes
There are many different processes that you can use for extraction. Depending on the chemicals that are used as a solvent and there are different sets of environmental and safety considerations that you must keep in mind for each solvent … [Read more...]
Advanced Phytonic Extraction: Part II – The Uses of Phytosols
Extraction is a process where you separate desired substances from a mixture of other substances. For more on extraction and how it works, see Part I of our series on Advanced Phytonic extraction. Typically, extraction of desired chemicals and compounds is done with solvents that can be dangerous, flammable and volatile. Hexane and petroleum ether are two commonly used … [Read more...]
Advanced Phytonic Extraction: Part I – The Extraction Process
Since the dawn of time, humans have been using the bio-active compounds that are contained in plants. In the past Shamen used their knowledge to concoct potions made of leaves, roots and water. Fortunately, we have improved our ability to extract those bioactive compounds over time allowing us to get more use out of less of the organic matter. … [Read more...]
Using ChemCad to Debottleneck Chemical Plants
Having a bottleneck in your chemical plant will decrease efficiency and/or throughput. This can be difficult to pinpoint. If you make changes by guessing where the bottleneck is, this can be very costly and may not even solve the issue. COSTELLO’s professional engineers are experts at helping to debottleneck plants by using ChemCad, which can save you from a major headache in … [Read more...]