Tag: BASF
Managing Maintenance at a Chemical Plant: An Interview with Charles Federle,...
Chemical plants require crucial maintenance. Navigating repairs and scheduling turnarounds are only some of the critical aspects involved in the world of mechanical maintenance.
Managing Maintenance at a Chemical Plant: An Interview with Charles Federle,...
Chemical plants require crucial maintenance.
BASF: Digitalization of Automated Valves is Progressing!
As a member of the Technical Expertise Team at Ludwigshafen, Alexander Hein deals with automated valves in various production plants across BASF’s oldest and largest Verbund site.
BASF: Digitalization of Automated Valves is Progressing!
As a member of the Technical Expertise Team at Ludwigshafen, Alexander Hein deals with automated valves in various production plants across BASF’s oldest and largest Verbund site.
BASF’s IPM: Simplifying Automated Valves
BASF has co-developed and introduced the Integrated Pneumatic Module (IPM) mainly to simplify the configuration for linear and quarterturn actuators, both in standard and more complex configurations. According to Matko Dijkman, Senior Automation Manager at BASF, the IPM has been designed to prevent unnecessary mistakes in the installation and maintenance process. The IPM also has potential in plant availability, safety and savings, for example, in stock keeping.
BASF Develops a Process for Climate-friendly Methanol
The production processes of the most important basic chemicals are responsible for around 70% of the greenhouse gas emissions in the chemical industry.
BASF acquires ITWC Incorporated
BASF has acquired Malcom, Iowa-based ITWC, which specializes in cast elastomer polyurethane systems and polyester polyols. BASF is acquiring ITWC's assets, including those obtained during the company's acquisition of Hydroseal Polymers Inc.
BASF names Fluor North America engineering partner
BASF has named Fluor Corporation as its North American chemicals capital project engineering partner. Fluor was awarded an umbrella services agreement by BASF for an undisclosed contract value.
The agreement will cover the providing of services such as conceptual and front-end engineering and design, detailed engineering, procurement, project management and construction management services.
Sanitary ball valves test void of contaminants
U.S. based Triad Process Equipment is a certified ISO 9002 ball valve manufacturer whose products are also registered for use in Canada. They conform to the latest standards set forth by the Canadian Technical Standards and Safety Authority.
BASF exploring new investment in Brazil
BASF is considering new investments in Brazil, including the production of acrylic acid, butyl acrylate and superabsorbent polymers (SAP).