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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.

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18:11

Helping Process Manufacturers Enhance Sustainability...

Chemical Processing Distilled ·

2025/04/14

In a recent episode of Ear on Processing from Chemical Processing’s sister brand Processing, chief editor, Jesse Osborne, sat down with Greene Tweed’s business development manager for life sciences markets. They discussed the importance of sustainability for process manufacturers and outlined how Green Tweed’s FFKM products are assisting in that regard. Enjoy this bonus episode of Distilled.

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07:44

Chemical Industry Wary as Trump Tariffs Take Effect

Chemical Processing Distilled ·

2025/04/11

Trade organizations express concern over rising costs and supply chain disruptions. This episode takes a look at how the Trump administration's whiplash tariffs will impact the chemical industry.

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07:07

EPA & ACC Battle, CSB’s Lessons from Deadly...

Chemical Processing Distilled ·

2025/04/04

A power shift is underway at the EPA as former American Chemistry Council representatives are positioned to assume key roles under the Trump administration, potentially reshaping the agency's regulatory approach. Meanwhile, safety concerns remain paramount as the U.S. Chemical Safety Board continues investigating a deadly reactor explosion at a Louisville food additive plant that claimed two workers' lives. The CSB has also released new reports analyzing recent industrial accidents to prevent future

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29:50

Solution Spotlight -- Magnetic Precision: Flow...

Chemical Processing Distilled ·

2025/03/28

Electromagnetic flow meters are volumetric flow meters that use electromagnetic induction to measure liquid velocity. This measurement method is highly accurate at measuring water-based fluids as they pass through a pipe. They are cost-effective, long-lasting and compatible with existing technology. However, there are things to consider before investing in this technology.Chemical Processing chatted with Joseph Incontri, director of marketing North America at Krohne, to help us understand the pros

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17:38

Learning Objectives: Measurable Skills, Not Vague...

Chemical Processing Distilled ·

2025/03/21

In this episode, Traci and Dave discuss how learning objectives fit into instructional system design. Learning objectives should be measurable, not subject to interpretation, and directly testable. Unlike vague goals like "understand distillation," effective objectives specify demonstrable skills.

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08:12

8 Steps for Solids Equipment Selection

Chemical Processing Distilled ·

2025/03/14

I’ve never seen a piece of equipment that didn’t do what it was supposed to. That doesn’t mean it did what its user thought it could do. In solids processing, we often struggle with a piece of equipment because it was a poor selection or installed improperly.There are eight specific steps to ensure your equipment choices accurately represent your product and operations. Column "8 Steps for Solids Equipment Selection" by Tom Blackwood and narrated by Traci Purdum.

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05:54

Frozen Poop Knives Don’t Cut It

Chemical Processing Distilled ·

2025/03/07

An Inuit man who was left to his own defenses in the Arctic after being exiled from his family had to fashion a knife out of his own frozen feces…. In this episode, Editor-in-Chief Traci Purdum talks about the Ig Nobels and improbable research that makes you laugh and then makes you think.

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05:02

Train Disaster Visit, No IRIS Act, Century-Old...

Chemical Processing Distilled ·

2025/02/28

Washington leaders visited the accident site on the two-year anniversary of a train derailment that contaminated air, soil and water. A landmark step toward promoting sound science and advancing U.S. competitiveness has also been taken. LyondellBasell’s Houston refinery, in operation for over a century, is closing due to high maintenance costs and shifting market dynamics.

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16:21

Job Analysis Flaws and How To Fix Them

Chemical Processing Distilled ·

2025/02/21

Job analysis is a crucial component of instructional system design that identifies essential skills and knowledge needed for a job, moving beyond inefficient shadowing methods. However, it's often poorly executed or skipped entirely. Effective analysis should focus on specific behaviors, consider environmental factors, and adapt to technological changes like automation.

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09:24

Life-Saving Science of Teamwork

Chemical Processing Distilled ·

2025/02/14

"Teamwork matters. Teamwork saves lives." That’s the battle cry from Eduardo Salas, the Allyn R. and Gladys M. Cline chair professor in Rice University’s psychological sciences department, and Scott Tannenbaum, president at The Group for Organizational Effectiveness Inc.This episode uncovers the ways teams can save lives. The deadly Pemex chemical leak serves as an example.

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07:59

Celebrate National Periodic Table Day

Chemical Processing Distilled ·

2025/02/07

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.

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04:18

News Trends: Energy policy shifts, chemical...

Chemical Processing Distilled ·

2025/01/31

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.

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18:59

Get the Most Out of Training Dollars Via ISD

Chemical Processing Distilled ·

2025/01/24

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.

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10:47

Chemical Industry Outlook 2025

Chemical Processing Distilled ·

2025/01/10

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.

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11:15

Chemical Industry Leaders Share Wisdom for Success

Chemical Processing Distilled ·

2025/01/03

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

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08:19

News -- Chemical Safety Battles Brew: Pollution,...

Chemical Processing Distilled ·

2024/12/20

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.

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05:57

5 Tactics to Transition From Technical Expert to Leader

Chemical Processing Distilled ·

2024/12/13

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

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27:35

BASF’s Anne Berg Credits an Unplanned Career Path for...

Chemical Processing Distilled ·

2024/12/06

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.

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07:22

Trending: Trump and the Chem Industry, Salary Survey...

Chemical Processing Distilled ·

2024/11/29

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

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06:42

5 Time Management Strategies for Engineers and Operators

Chemical Processing Distilled ·

2024/11/22

In the fast-paced world of chemical processing and operations, effective time management is not just a luxury — it’s a necessity. Engineers and operators often face complex tasks, tight deadlines and high-stakes environments with an extremely limited margin for error. Implementing effective time-management strategies can significantly enhance productivity, reduce stress and improve overall job satisfaction, but how do you do it? Written by Lauren Neal, Founder of Valued at Work Read by Traci

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