Optimization of Industrial Unit Processes

This book discusses real world processes - where pipes leak, sensors plug, and pumps cavitate - offering practical solutions to real problems. This second edition reflects the continual improvement and evolution of control systems as well as anticipates future advances.

Bela G. Liptak

Boilers The Process Basic Controls Optimizing Controls Conclusions Chillers The Process Basic Controls Optimizing Controls Conclusions Nomenclature Clean Rooms The Process Basic Controls of Subzones Optimizing Controls Conclusions Compressors The Process Basic Controls Optimizing Controls Conclusions Cooling Towers The Process Basic Controls Optimizing Controls Safety and Maintenance Conclusions CSTR and BSTR Reactors The Process Basic Controls Batch Stirred Tank Reactors (BSTR) Continuous Stirred Tank Reactors (CSTR) Optimizing Controls Reactor Safety Dryers The Process Basic Controls (BATCH) Optimizing Controls (BATCH) Basic Controls (Continuous) Optimizing Controls (Continuous) Conclusions Evaporators The Process Basic Controls Optimizing Controls Conclusions Fans The Process Basic Controls Optimizing Controls Heat Exchangers The Process Basic Controls Optimizing Controls HVAC Systems The Process Basic Controls Optimizing Controls Conclusions Pumps The Process Basic Controls Optimizing Controls Conclusions