Chloroprene Production from Butadiene - Cost Analysis - Chloroprene E11A


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This report presents a cost analysis of chloroprene production from butadiene and chlorine The process examined is a typical vapor phase butadiene chlorination process. In this process butadiene is first chlorinated producing two chlorinated isomers, 1,4-dichloro 2-butene and 3,4-dichloro 1-butene. In a second step, 1,4-isomers are isomerized to 3,4-dichloro 1-butene. This chemical is then dehydrochlorinated in the presence of caustic soda producing chloroprene and sodium chloride. This report was developed based essentially on the following reference(s): Keywords: Dupont, Chloroprene Rubber, Neoprene, Chlorination




Allyl Chloride Production Process - Cost Analysis - Allyl Chl E11A


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This report presents a cost analysis of Allyl Chloride production from chlorine and propylene. The process examined is a typical chlorination process. In this process, hydrogen chloride (32 wt%) is generated as by-product. This report was developed based essentially on the following reference(s): (1) "Allyl Compounds", Ullmann's Encyclopedia of Industrial Chemistry, 2005 (2) "Allyl Chloride", Kirk-Othmer Encyclopedia of Chemical Technology, 5th edition Keywords: HCl, 3-Chloropropene, Allyl Alcohol, Epichlorohydrin




Polychloroprene Production - Cost Analysis - CR E11A


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This report presents a cost analysis of Chloroprene Rubber (also known as Polychloroprene) production from chloroprene. The process examined is a typical emulsion process. This report was developed based essentially on the following reference(s): Keywords: Neoprene, Chloroprene Rubber, 2-Chlorobuta-1,3-Diene, Synthetic Rubbers




Chloroprene Production from Butadiene - Cost Analysis - Chloroprene E11A


Book Description

This report presents a cost analysis of chloroprene production from butadiene and chlorine. The process examined is a typical vapor phase butadiene chlorination process. In this process butadiene is first chlorinated producing two chlorinated isomers, 1,4-dichloro 2-butene and 3,4-dichloro 1-butene. In a second step, 1,4-isomers are isomerized to 3,4-dichloro 1-butene. This chemical is then dehydrochlorinated in the presence of caustic soda producing chloroprene and sodium chloride. This report was developed based essentially on the following reference(s): Keywords: Dupont, Chloroprene Rubber, Neoprene, Chlorination




Butadiene Production from n-Butane - Cost Analysis - Butadiene E11A


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This report presents a cost analysis of 1,3-Butadiene (BD) production from n-butane using a dehydrogenation process. The process examined is similar to CB&I Lummus Catadiene process. This report examines one-time costs associated with the construction of a United States-based plant and the continuing costs associated with the daily operation of such a plant. More specifically, it discusses: * Capital Investment, broken down by: - Total fixed capital required, divided in production unit (ISBL); infrastructure (OSBL) and contingency - Alternative perspective on the total fixed capital, divided in direct costs, indirect costs and contingency - Working capital and costs incurred during industrial plant commissioning and start-up * Production cost, broken down by: - Manufacturing variable costs (raw materials, utilities) - Manufacturing fixed costs (maintenance costs, operating charges, plant overhead, local taxes and insurance) - Depreciation and corporate overhead costs * Raw materials consumption, products generation and labor requirements * Process block flow diagram and description of industrial site installations (production unit and infrastructure) This report was developed based essentially on the following reference(s): "Butadiene", Ullmann's Encyclopedia of Industrial Chemistry, 7th edition Keywords: Houdry Catadiene, Sud-Chemie, Catalytic Dehydrogenation, BD, Fixed-Bed Reactor, BASF, NMP extraction




Vinyl Chloride Production from Ethylene Dichloride - Cost Analysis - VCM E11A


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This report presents a cost analysis of Vinyl Chloride production from ethylene dichloride (EDC). The process examined is a typical thermal cracking process. In this process, ethylene dichloride is thermally cracked in pyrolysis furnaces to produce Vinyl Chloride. Hydrogen chloride is generated as a by-product in the process. This report was developed based essentially on the following reference(s): (1) "Chlorinated Hydrocarbons", Ullmann's Encyclopedia of Industrial Chemistry, 7th edition (2) US Patent 7767869, issued to Vinnolit in 2010 Keywords: Chloroethene, 1,2-Dichloroethane, Vinnolit, OxyVinyls, Thermal Cracking




Polylactic Acid Production - Cost Analysis - PLA E11A


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This report presents a cost analysis of Polylactic Acid (PLA) production from lactic acid using a melt process. The process examined is similar to NatureWorks process. In this process, an 88 wt% lactic acid solution in water is used as raw material. This report examines one-time costs associated with the construction of a United States-based plant and the continuing costs associated with the daily operation of such a plant. More specifically, it discusses: * Capital Investment, broken down by: - Total fixed capital required, divided in production unit (ISBL); infrastructure (OSBL) and contingency - Alternative perspective on the total fixed capital, divided in direct costs, indirect costs and contingency - Working capital and costs incurred during industrial plant commissioning and start-up * Production cost, broken down by: - Manufacturing variable costs (raw materials, utilities) - Manufacturing fixed costs (maintenance costs, operating charges, plant overhead, local taxes and insurance) - Depreciation and corporate overhead costs * Raw materials consumption, products generation and labor requirements * Process block flow diagram and description of industrial site installations (production unit and infrastructure) This report was developed based essentially on the following reference(s): (1) US Patent 8674056, issued to NatureWorks in 2014; (2) EP Patent 1247808, issued to Cargill in 2003 Keywords: Lactide, 2-Hydroxypropanoic Acid, Dow, Biodegradable Polymer




Composite Materials


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Composite materials are used as substitutions of metals/traditional materials in aerospace, automotive, civil, mechanical and other industries. The present book collects the current knowledge and recent developments in the characterization and application of composite materials. To this purpose the volume describes the outstanding properties of this class of advanced material which recommend it for various industrial applications.




Green Biocomposites


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This book introduces the concept, design and application of green biocomposites, with a specific focus on the current demand for green biocomposites for automotive and aerospace components. It discusses the mathematical background, innovative approaches to physical modelling, analysis and design techniques. Including numerous illustrations, tables, case studies and exercises, the text summarises current research in the field. It is a valuable reference resource for researchers, students and scientists working in the field of materials science.




Rubber Nanocomposites


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Rubber Nanocomposites: Preparation, Properties and Applications focuses on the preparation, characterization and properties of natural and synthetic rubber nanocomposites. The book carefully debates the preparation of unmodified and modified nanofillers, various manufacturing techniques of rubber nanocomposites, structure, morphology and properties of nanocomposites. The text reviews the processing; characterization and properties of 0-, 1D and 2D nanofiller reinforced rubber nanocomposites. It examines the polymer/filler interaction, i.e., the compatibility between matrix and filler using unmodified and modified nanofillers. The book also examines the applications of rubber nanocomposites in various engineering fields, which include tyre engineering. The book also examines the current state of the art, challenges and applications in the field of rubber nanocomposites. The handpicked selection of topics and expert contributions make this survey of rubber nanocomposites an outstanding resource for anyone involved in the field of polymer materials design. A handy "one stop" reference resource for important research accomplishments in the area of rubber nanocomposites. Covers the various aspects of preparation, characterization, morphology, properties and applications of rubber nanocomposites. Summarizes many of the recent technical research accomplishments in the area of nanocomposites, in a comprehensive manner It covers an up to date record on the major findings and observations in the field