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Petrochemicals in Nontechnical Language (Hardcover)

by Donald L. Burdick (Author), William L. Leffler (Author)
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  • Hardcover: 450 pages
  • Publisher: PennWell Books; 3rd edition (15 Jan 2001)
  • Language English
  • ISBN-10: 0878147985
  • ISBN-13: 978-0878147984
  • Product Dimensions: 23.6 x 16.3 x 2.8 cm
  • Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.co.uk Sales Rank: 277,333 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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This authoritative text has been re-written and expanded to include additional chapters on methyl tertiary butyl ether and higher alcohols. Read it cover to cover,chapter by chapter as the subject comes up in your business, use it as an encyclopedia, or as a primer on petrochemical economics. Packed with diagrams and tables, it is the only source you will need to get a clear understanding of this complex topic. Each chapter includes exercises and 'in a nutshell' chapter reviews. Contents: What you need to know about organic chemistry Benzene Toluene and the xylenes Cyclohexane Olefins plants, ethylene, and propylene The hydrocarbon family Cumene and phenol Ethylbenzene and styrene Ethylene dichloride and vinyl chloride Propylene oxide and propylene glycol Methanol and synthesis gas Other alcohols Formaldehyde and acetaldehyde Ketones Acids Acrylonitrile, acrylic acid, and acrylates Maleic anhydride Alpha olefins Nature of polymers Thermoplastics Resins and fibers.


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De-mystifying an overly-complicated industry
In a world of sequels, and cruising off the success of Petroleum Refining for the Non-technical Person, we thought people in and around the petrochemicals industry could use a simpler description of their products and processes. For a target audience, we had in mind not the engineers and chemists but the marketers, the transporters, the suppliers, the finance people, the support people, and those bungie managers that seem to be in perpetual motion through various jobs in the business. We do, however, see copies of our book on the shelves of many of our technical friends.

We have re-written most parts several times to assure we didn't fall into our own jargon-traps, and we have tried to use a little humor wherever we can to liven up what could otherwise be a deadly subject. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.


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5.0 out of 5 stars Petrochemicals Dummy, 7 Jul 2004
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I joined the world of Petrochemicals 2 years ago, having come from a Pharmaceuticals background and this book was a lifesaver. As in any industry the jargon is always the hardest thing to learn, and this book made a big difference. I have just purchased a further 2 copies for colleges, its that good, if you are new to this industry, I would defiantly recommend it.
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4.0 out of 5 stars Thorough book, 15 Jun 2009
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Complete and easy to follow.
Both authors are clearly "old timers" in this business. They skillfully explain the industry's 4 main blocks, provide charts and diagrams that overall serve as a solid basis to understand the economics of the petrochemical industry.
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