Everything You Need to Know About the Process Flocculation is a process in which very small solid particles, finely dispersed in a liquid, clump together into loose aggregates. The fluid and flocs can then be separated with minimal effort. Read …

Since the mid-19th century, carbon dioxide levels in the atmosphere have steadily increased. With industrialization and rising carbon dioxide emissions, concentrations have surged from an average of 280 ppm (parts per million, a unit measuring the concentration of gases in …

« The Importance of Surface Treatment for Equipment Efficiency » In common terminology, the phrase “maintenance and servicing of machinery and equipment” is frequently used. Strictly speaking, servicing is a broader category that includes maintenance. The latter ensures continuous trouble-free …

« What Methods Are Used? » Plastics are widely used as packaging materials, insulators, components in various machines and devices, and as coating agents. Unfortunately, their widespread use has led to increasing environmental concerns as they are now frequently found …

The accumulation of greenhouse gases in the atmosphere is the main driver of global warming. The consequences of this include droughts, heavy rainfall, storms, and flooding. Melting ice masses also raise sea levels. But why exactly are greenhouse gases harmful? …

Emerging Trends in Reuse and Recovery Global raw material reserves are finite. Humanity consumes more resources than nature can regenerate. At the same time, so much waste is generated that the environment is overwhelmed by the burden. This situation calls …

« How Reconditioned Barrels Help Reduce CO2 Emissions » Barrels are a widely used packaging solution for chemicals consumed throughout the industrial sector. Lubricants, cleaning agents, corrosion protection products, paints, and coatings can be safely stored and transported in them, …

Decarburization refers to the reduction of carbon content in molten or solidified alloys. This process commonly occurs during the production and processing of steel but can also affect cast iron when exposed to  elevated temperatures. This article explains the role …

« Separating Solvents and Other Applications of Fractionation Methods » In chemistry, fractionation refers to the process of separating mixtures into their individual components. This is achieved using a variety of specialized chemical separation techniques. The term “fractionation” is typically …

« Using Defoamers in Industrial Applications » Foam formation is a common issue in many industrial systems. In such cases, defoamers are needed to either suppress or prevent foaming altogether. This article offers an overview of how foam forms and …