As we all know, the key to any gas compression process is preventing gas escaping. At best, a leak makes the compression ineffective, at worst it can result in potentially lethal consequences. Over the past few decades, dry gas seals have replaced floating ring wet seals as the go-to technology for centrifugal compressors. But what …
It’s the thought that counts, goes the old saying – and that’s certainly true in engineering. Ours is such a precise industry that meticulous planning is vital to ensure everything goes smoothly. Yet many folks don’t realise the importance of “critical thinking” and how much difference it makes to get the job done efficiently and …
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Operational efficiency is crucial in process industries. Swift and effective problem-solving can significantly impact plant performance, safety, and profitability. At ESD Simulation Training, we recognize the critical importance of these skills. So, we offer a comprehensive Problem Solving & Troubleshooting in Process Operations course designed to equip professionals with the necessary expertise. Our intensive, two-day …
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In the dynamic landscape of technical environments, tackling unexpected problems demand more than standard training and certifications. It requires a mindset that can creatively assess and solve issues in the field. In this blog post, we describe the effect of critical thinking and advanced training courses for operators’ decisiveness and operational efficiency. Don’t confuse critical …
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After years of deliberation, your company finally decided to invest in Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS), but now construction has started, and it’s just a matter of time before it’s time to commission. Soon your equipment, processes, and people will be put to the test. You’ve taken the right steps to mitigate your technical risk—but …
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While concerns about the climate and talk about the energy transition have been brewing for decades, public discussion about these topics has boiled over: It is nearly impossible to decipher between signal and noise when management consultants, world advisory bodies, and governments are publishing a new report every other day. ESD has been delivering …
It’s no secret that the average professional spends the bulk of their day in meetings and their inbox. This amount of communication, of course, is somewhat necessary, but it can’t be done at the expense of structured thinking: we need time to think creatively (i.e. expanding the possibilities), and to think critically (i.e. reducing the …
You’ve probably noticed that the discussion around capturing CO2 has been heating up lately—but it’s not all talk—companies are actively constructing Carbon Capture Usage and Storage (CCUS) projects in many parts of the world, and proposing many more. But just how feasible is this technology? Can it stand up against alternative, carbon-neutral technologies? ESD Simulation …
We’ve been producing hydrogen at scale for over a century, but up until recently there was hardly any talk about its color—so what do we mean when we say blue or green hydrogen, and what challenges lie ahead for each version? That’s where ESD’s newest training course comes in: the one-day program provides a non-technical …
It’s the middle of the night at the plant, it’s quiet and everything seems fine, until suddenly it’s not—and now an operator’s reaction is the difference between a smooth resolution and a costly shutdown. That’s where ESD’s Problem Solving and Troubleshooting course comes in: it’s a training program designed to equip operators with the skills …
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