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    • Energy Consumption and Potential for Energy Conservation in the Steel Industry 
      Hughes, M. L. (Energy Systems Laboratory (http://esl.tamu.edu), 1979)
      The domestic steel industry, being energy-use intensive, requires between 4 and 5 percent of total annual domestic energy consumption. More than two-thirds of total steel industry energy, however, is derived from coal. ...
    • Solid Waste as an Energy Source 
      Erlandsson, K. I. (Energy Systems Laboratory (http://esl.tamu.edu), 1979)
      The cost history of conventional fuels over the past several years has forced a hard search for alternate energy sources. One alternate energy source that has gained more and more acceptance is solid waste. This is the ...
    • "Matrix/Modular" - An Approach to Analyzing Cogeneration Opportunities in Industry 
      Canty, W. R. (Energy Systems Laboratory (http://esl.tamu.edu), 1979)
      The petrochemical industry has long recognized that electrical and mechanical energy can be generated as a by-product of its process steam requirements. Years ago, some petrochemical plants generated all of their own ...
    • An Olefin Unit's Energy Audit and Implementation 
      Buehler, J. H. (Energy Systems Laboratory (http://esl.tamu.edu), 1979)
      This paper will discuss an Energy Audit conducted in 1976 on Union Carbide's Texas City No. 3 Olefins Ethylene Unit. Staffing, planning, and conduct of an Audit are reviewed. Project endorsement by the multifunctional ...
    • Combustion Air Control 
      Hughart, C. L. (Energy Systems Laboratory (http://esl.tamu.edu), 1979)
      The results of boiler control improvement projects may be disappointing due to unrealistic expectations and a failure to recognize the study and analysis required to ensure success. Early recognition of the need for data ...
    • Recovery of Energy and Chrome from Leather Waste 
      Muralidhara, H. S.; Maggin, B. (Energy Systems Laboratory (http://esl.tamu.edu), 1979)
      The energy requirements for the leather tanning industry are considerable and depend primarily on nonrenewable fuels such as oil and natural gas. However, some 50 percent, approximately 1.85 x 1012 BTU/year, of the energy ...
    • Power Factor Improvement 
      Viljoen, T. A. (Energy Systems Laboratory (http://esl.tamu.edu), 1979)
      Power factor control is a necessary ingredient in any successful Energy Management Program. Many companies are operating with power factors of 70% or less and are being penalized through the electrical utility bill. This ...
    • Energy Conservation Through the Use of Modular Refractory Fiber Linings - An Unexpected Divided 
      Kleeman, L. A.; Mewhinney, T. R.; Proctor, S. J. (Energy Systems Laboratory (http://esl.tamu.edu), 1979)
      Several years ago, J T Thorpe Company embarked on a search for the ideal refractory lining. The primary design consideration was the development of a refractory lining system that was cost effective, met furnace design ...
    • Coal and Co-generation at a Petro-Chemical Complex 
      Turek, P.; Gibson, G. L. (Energy Systems Laboratory (http://esl.tamu.edu), 1979)
      Celanese Chemical Company, Inc. is converting from natural gas to coal as boiler fuel at its petrochemical plant in the Texas Panhandle. Coincident with that fuel conversion is a project in conjunction with Southwestern ...
    • Industry - Specific Energy Conservation Opportunities in Chemical Plants 
      McBride, R. B. (Energy Systems Laboratory (http://esl.tamu.edu), 1979)
      During the second and third quarters of 1978, the process design function of Union Carbide's Chemicals and Plastics Division's Engineering Department prepared project energy statements for eight major capital projects. ...
    • Oklahoma Industrial Energy Management Program 
      Turner, W. C.; Webb, R. E.; Phillips, J. M.; Viljoen, T. A. (Energy Systems Laboratory (http://esl.tamu.edu), 1979)
      The need for sound energy management is no longer worthy of debate. Action is necessary and much is being done by U.S. industry. Unfortunately, however, the majority of the work is being done by the few large energy intensive ...
    • Petroleum Refinery Catalytic Reforming -- Cutting High Energy Costs 
      Viar, W. L. (Energy Systems Laboratory (http://esl.tamu.edu), 1979)
      Hydrocarbon reforming involves a variety of chemical reactions at high temperatures and pressures in the presence of suitable catalysts. The conversion of naptha to high octane aromatics requires high energy to initiate ...
    • Development of the Reradiant Recuperator 
      Marnell, C. J. (Energy Systems Laboratory (http://esl.tamu.edu), 1979)
      This presentation covers the development of a new concept in radiation type recuperators. This new concept will increase the efficiency of standard conventional radiant recuperators and will provide increased energy savings ...
    • Project Proceed: A Resource for Gatekeepers of Industrial Energy Conservation Information 
      Cohen, K. C. (Energy Systems Laboratory (http://esl.tamu.edu), 1979)
      Engineers and scientists in industry often work in highly specialized, formatted tasks which require a high degree of specific skills but not necessarily a wide range of scientific knowledge. A company often molds its ...
    • Development, Application and Performance of Venturi Register L. E. A. Burner System for Firing Oil and Gas Fuels 
      Cawte, A. D. (Energy Systems Laboratory (http://esl.tamu.edu), 1979)
      The effect of reducing excess air as a means of curtailing energy waste was recognized in Europe come twenty - five years ago. Research and development work was begun by the British Admiralty and the Associated British ...
    • Steam and Condensate Systems 
      Yates, W. (Energy Systems Laboratory (http://esl.tamu.edu), 1979)
      In the late 60's and early 70's oil was plentiful and steam was relatively inexpensive. The switch to low sulphur fuel oil and the oil embargo suddenly changed the picture. The cost of steam rose from about $0.50 per 1,000# ...
    • Improved Combustion System for Energy Conservation in Industry 
      Thekdi, A. C.; Hemsath, K. H. (Energy Systems Laboratory (http://esl.tamu.edu), 1979)
      U.S. industry consumes approximately 40 percent of all fuel consumed by the nation. The majority of this fuel is used to generate heat for elevating temperatures of materials. The heat is generated by combustion of the ...
    • Improvement of Furnace Efficiencies: Evaluation from Operational Data and Case Histories 
      Crump, J. R.; Prengle, H. W., Jr. (Energy Systems Laboratory (http://esl.tamu.edu), 1979)
      This paper presents methods which can be used to determine heater and boiler performance from operating data. A study is presented delineating the variation of combustion efficiency with load, excess air, and stack and ...
    • Direct Gas Fired Air Heating For 40 to 50% Fuel Savings 
      Searcy, J. A. (Energy Systems Laboratory (http://esl.tamu.edu), 1979)
      Direct gas-fired air heating will save 40 to 50% of the gas which would otherwise be required for industrial space heating. Traditionally, industrial space heating needs have been met by using indirect gas space heaters. ...
    • Energy Conservation in Industrial Lighting 
      Meharg, E. (Energy Systems Laboratory (http://esl.tamu.edu), 1979)
      In order to reduce energy use in lighting Union Carbide recently issued drastically reduced new lighting level standards. A computerized lighting cost program was also developed. Using this program a number of additional ...