Petrochemicals

  • Electrical Breaker Maintenance

    Let’s dive into electrical breaker maintenance for chemical and power plants. Electrical breaker maintenance is crucial for ensuring the safety and reliability of power distribution systems in these industrial settings. I’ll provide a detailed explanation with examples and formatting to engage fellow engineers: 1. Types of Electrical Breakers: 2. Scheduled Inspections: 3. Visual Inspection: 4. Read more

  • Let’s compare AI to Subconscious brain processes

    What do AI and the Subconscious have in common? AI and the subconscious mind share some interesting similarities and differences: However, there are also significant differences: In summary, AI and the subconscious share some common traits related to information processing and adaptation, but they fundamentally differ in their nature, purpose, and capabilities. Read more

  • High Temperature Hydrogen Attack for energy underwriters.

    High Temperature Hydrogen Attack (HTHA) is a critical concern in the energy industry, particularly for underwriters assessing risk in facilities that handle high-pressure hydrogen-containing environments, such as refineries and petrochemical plants. HTHA occurs when hydrogen atoms diffuse into the steel structure of equipment, causing severe damage over time. This phenomenon is of utmost importance for Read more

  • When should you replace a power transformer.

    Let’s dive into the decision-making process for replacing power transformers before they fail but at the optimal end of life. This is a critical aspect of risk management in the energy industry. I’ll break down the key considerations and provide examples where relevant. 1. Transformer Condition Assessment: 2. Life Expectancy Analysis: 3. Risk Assessment: 4. Read more

  • How does lighting impact risk management?

    Let’s delve into the impact of adequate lighting in chemical manufacturing and power plants on operational risk management, focusing on equipment and property safety. Lighting plays a crucial role in these industrial settings, and optimizing it can significantly enhance risk mitigation efforts. 1. Equipment Safety: 2. Property Safety: 3. Evaluating Lighting Needs: 4. Optimizing Lighting: Read more

  • BioCoal Basics for Energy Engineers

    Let’s delve into a detailed analysis of BioCoal, addressing this from an engineer’s perspective. What is BioCoal? BioCoal, also known as biocoal or torrefied biomass, is a renewable energy resource that engineers have been increasingly exploring as a potential substitute for traditional coal. It’s essentially a coal-like substance produced from biomass through a process called Read more