
Chemical Processing Distilled
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The Chemical Processing Distilled podcast extracts essential elements to serve engineers designing and operating plants in the chemical industry.
Chemical Processing Distilled
16m ago
Work that began in the 1800s is still going strong with the help of a teacher, Motörhead and hypothetical, superheavy elements yet to be discovered ..read more
Chemical Processing Distilled
1w ago
In this news roundup, Executive Editor Jonathan Katz highlights significant policy shifts, with Trump's energy initiatives reversing environmental protections and renewable energy commitments. Chemical industry regulations face changes with TSCA reform and EPA appointments of former industry executives. Additional developments include expanded PFAS reporting requirements, biofuel research funding and Covestro's U.S. manufacturing expansion ..read more
Chemical Processing Distilled
2w ago
In this episode of Distilled, CP’s Editor Traci Purdum chats with David Strobhar, founder and principal human factors engineer for Beville Engineering. Dave is also the founder of the Center for Operator Performance. The two discuss Instructional System Design, a systematic training approach developed by the Air Force to create efficient, measurable, and effective training programs across diverse industrial workforces ..read more
Chemical Processing Distilled
1M ago
In today’s episode, Chemical Processing’s Editor-in-Chief, Traci Purdum, will be reading this year’s Chemical Industry Outlook, written by Martha Gilchrist Moore, chief economist and managing director of the American Chemistry Council, Washington, D.C.
Martha and the ACC have been offering Chemical Processing a glimpse into their economic crystal ball for several years. Here is what’s in store for 2025 ..read more
Chemical Processing Distilled
1M ago
In this episode we focus on alarm rationalization mistakes, emphasizing the importance of addressing underlying problems rather than just managing the steady-state alarm rate. The discussion highlights the need for a clear operator action for each alarm, uniqueness in alarms, and the impact of alarm floods on human factors. The conversation explores challenges, such as changes in processing equipment and the significance of data analytics in improving alarm systems ..read more
Chemical Processing Distilled
1M ago
Welcome to our first episode of Chemical Processing's Distilled podcast in 2025. This podcast and its transcript can be found at chemicalprocessing.com. I'm Traci Purdum, editor-in-chief of CP.
I, like many folks, use the new year to reflect on the past year and find inspiration for the next 365 days during the “Bermuda Triangle” time between the holidays and New Year. You know those days that all mesh together, and you don't know whether it's Tuesday or Saturday, and you've just had a handful of cookies for breakfast? Well, I decided to listen to past episodes of Distilled. I came across many ..read more
Chemical Processing Distilled
1M ago
In his final news roundup of the year, Executive Editor Jon Katz highlights: Global plastic pollution treaty stalls amid negotiations. DuPont loses lawsuit secrecy bid. EPA closes PFAS chemical review loopholes. Bhopal lessons persist. Chemical facilities warned about winter safety risks ..read more
Chemical Processing Distilled
1M ago
As a technical expert in a chemical facility, your knowledge is the backbone of operations. However, as your responsibilities increase, transitioning from a purely technical role to one in leadership can be challenging. Developing an inclusive approach not only strengthens team cohesion but also boosts overall performance.
Here are five tips for how to evolve from a technical expert into an inclusive leader.
Based on a column from Lauren Neal “Technical Expert to Inclusive Leader: How to Evolve Your Leadership Style”
Read by Traci Purdum, editor-in-chief, Chemical Processing ..read more
Chemical Processing Distilled
2M ago
Her journey exemplifies professional growth through curiosity, adaptability and seizing unexpected opportunities.
Anne Berg, vice president of Manufacturing, Agricultural Solutions Americas at BASF, was recently inducted into the Women in Manufacturing Hall of Fame. Her remarkable 28-year career spans multiple countries and roles. Starting as a process development engineer in Germany in 1996, she has worked in manufacturing leadership positions in Germany, Belgium, Spain, and the United States ..read more
Chemical Processing Distilled
2M ago
Grab a cup of coffee and spend a few minutes going over the top news in the chemical industry with CP’s Executive Editor, Jonathan Katz.
Election 2024 Recap: Chemical Industry Sees Regulatory Relief in Trump's Return
As manufacturers welcome a potential rollback of Biden-era rules, experts warn companies must still answer to shareholders and customers on environmental commitments.
Trump Selects Zeldin to Lead the EPA
Former New York congressman is expected to play a role in industrial deregulation, which could have a major impact on the process industries.
Trump Names Liberty Ene ..read more