Getting the most from bulk chemical plants. By Terumi Okano, product engineering, Aspentech. The industrial world is predicted to grow over the next decade and competition will intensify as global energy consumption increases to meet consumer demand across emerging regions. The bulk chemicals industry is expected to take a large portion of both consumption and growth, as well as capitalise on the increased supply of natural gas, hydrocarbon gas liquids and petrochemical feedstock. Whilst opportunities exist for companies in the market, many chemical manufacturers are focused on maximising yields, reducing energy costs and ensuring plants reliably perform to safety standards.
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