Plant and Site Data

Proximity to the source of raw materials is preferable. The integration on an existing site is an advantage, as well as the availability of shipping facilities. 

The costs for the storage of raw materials, products and intermediates can be significant, namely for large-scale commodities. The storage of toxic and hazard chemicals should be avoided. 

Climate conditions are determinant for the selection of utilities. Get data about minimum and maximum temperatures, humidity, wind and meteorological variability. 

Select the type of utilities, namely the steam pressures and the temperature of recycled water, as well as the use of inert gas and refrigeration fluids. 

List the specific requirements that the process must fulfil with respect to the environmental legislation, such as gaseous emissions, soil and water pollution. 

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