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Title: Wisely use emergency scrubbers with vent systems

Journal Article · · Chemical Engineering Progress
OSTI ID:577281

Addressing the control of the gas stream constituents from emergency vents and their final disposal is an important consideration for chemical process industries (CPI) plant design and operation. Emergency scrubbing is a practical means of dealing with toxic, dangerous, or corrosive chemical products. The number of scrubber references is considerable and covers particulate and gaseous emissions. Applying scrubbers to mitigate the release of hazardous substances during emergency circumstances has been less well documented. This article reviews both the design and the operational considerations of scrubbers in emergency service.

OSTI ID:
577281
Journal Information:
Chemical Engineering Progress, Vol. 93, Issue 8; Other Information: PBD: Aug 1997
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English