Operation Process New [2021]: Unit

With these drivers in mind, let’s explore the most exciting new developments across key unit operations.

Unit operations are the foundational building blocks of chemical, biochemical, and environmental engineering. Traditionally, these processes—such as distillation, filtration, and drying—focused on physical changes to materials, separate from chemical reactions. However, the modern industrial landscape demands unprecedented levels of efficiency, sustainability, and precision. This demand has triggered a massive evolution, transforming classic methodologies into highly optimized, smart, and integrated systems.

Process intensification is the cornerstone of the new unit operation paradigm. PI seeks to minimize the size of equipment, reduce energy consumption, and improve safety by shrinking the processing unit. Examples include:

The "new" aspect of these processes often involves and Digitalization :