Nonmetallic Materials (Coatings, Insulation, Fireproofing) and Petroleum Refinery Compliance Mechanical Engineer Expert30 years' experience in mechanical engineering in petroleum refineries.Coatings, insulation, and fireproof nonmetallic materials.Extensive experience in the draft and revision of company standards and best practice for nonmetallic materials.Independent Consultant, PresentUndisclosed Company, Refinery, 1975 - 2010Refractory Technical SpecialistAssessed maintenance & new construction needs regarding refracto...

Licensed Engineer, I&CS and SIS Expert with Specialized Knowledge in Capital Project Management for Petroleum and Petrochemical IndustriesAll aspects of Instrumentation and Control Systems (I&CS) from design to testing and installation.International project and in-plant experience completing major I&CS capital projects within petroleum and petrochemical industries of forty years.Project engineering and project management major capital projects for petroleum and chemical plants worldwide.Safety instrumented systems, distributed control systems.In-plant troubleshooting - start-up, and process engineering.

I&CS - Instrumentation and Control Systems Expert Specializing in HAZOP, EPetroleum Refinery Modernization and Start-Up AssistancePetroleum refining industry for domestic and international entities providing engineering design of 40 years.Instrumentation and Control Systems (I&CS), Safety Systems, Computer Simulation, Operator Training, HAZOP reviews.Integration of individual refinery engineering standards to Exxon engineering standards.Undisclosed Company, Senior Engineering Advisor, 2005 - PresentDesign and HA...

Energy Optimization in Chemical Processes Using Pinch Analysis - Oil, Gas, Chemicals, Pharma, Pulp - Paper, Food Processing (Ethanol, HFCS, Fruit Juice Concentration, Dairy and Poultry)IEnergy efficiency optimization in chemical processes using process integration techniques based on Pinch Analysis - oil, gas, chemicals, pharma, pulp - paper, food processing (ethanol, HFCS, raw sugar refining, fruit juice concentration, dairy and poultry.Simulation modeling of process plants and plant utility systems, steam generation and cooling water.Combined heat and power (cogeneration) systems design and operational optimization.Industrial and commerc...

Polymer Chemical Engineering Consultant with Experience in Acrylics, Polystyrene, EPS, SAN and Coatings (epoxies, urethanes, emulsions).Polymer synthesis; batch and continuous; emulsion, suspension, solution, dispersion and bulk.Polymer devolatilization; extrusion, stripping and residual reactions.ATRP Polymer technology and process design.Solid Fuel Rocket Motor development and design and defense industry experience.Coatings and paint process technology.PS and EPS processing.Fracking chemicals development.Plastic processing - foam polystyrene.Toll Processing - searches to find capability for production for various polymers and chemicals.P...

PVC-S Industrial Technology Expert, Waste Water Treatment, Separations Gas to Liquid Systems, Review P&IDs, PFDs, and Plant OptimizationSpecialized in PVC-S technology: Syntheses, working in industrial field and industrial research.DCS and PLC, implement work in existing or in new plants.Waste water treatment and separations gas to liquid systems.Review P&IDs, PFDs and equipment lists.PVC marketing studies: HAZOP studies, technical reports.Pilot unit processes optimization.Undisclosed Company,Chemical En...

Chemical Engineering Design and Process Development Expert for Agricultural, Petrochemical, Pharmaceutical Processing Plants and Adjunct ProfessorChemical process engineering for petrochemical, pharmaceutical, agricultural, and chemical industries.Development and commercialization of new, improved, and/or retrofitted chemical manufacturing processes.Process design, engineering, and startup of commercial chemical plants.Process design and engineering of commercial chemical plants.Design and process engineering of commercial chemical plants; and startup of newly constructed plants.Upgrade and expansion of phenol and acetone plants.Technology...

Ph.D. Chemical Engineer with broad experience in Fires, Explosions, Environmental and Process HazardsFires and explosionsSpontaneous combustionEnvironmental pollutionPersonal Injuries from fires or exposuresPatent infringementChemical ProcessesExpert Witness ExperienceCases and LitigationPersonal injury to workers from factory lead fumes. Analyzed air pollution data, prepared report, and testified in jury trial on exposures and EPA/OSHA standards.Explosion and fire from spark-ignited solvent fumes: Prepared report on solvent volatility, spread of fumes, and source of ignition.Toxins from a leaking lagoon for chemical wastes: Testimony o...

Chemical and Mechanical Engineering Consultant Specializing in Hydrocarbon Separation Techniques and Spill ResponseRefining and chemical plant processes, including the design, expansion, and troubleshooting of phase separation and extraction process equipment.Extensive knowledge in oil spill response and cleanup technology.Liquid to liquid extraction technology, developing and applying new extractor tray designs for lubes treating, aromatics recovery and deasphalting towers.Significant throughput and performance gains were achieved and applied world-wide.Chemical treatment and response options for oil spills.Process technology involving a...

Metallurgy Expert Specializing in Risk Assessments, Refinery Equipment Inspections for Petroleum and Petrochemical IndustriesThirty-four years of experience in engineering risk assessment, equipment reliability, pipeline inspection, materials, and corrosion in the upstream and downstream petroleum, petrochemical industries.In-depth knowledge of API Inspection codes for pressure vessels, piping, and tankage.RBWS (Risk Based Work Selection) assessment trainer.Undisclosed Company, Senior Engineering Advisor, PresentPref...