The Influence of Viscosity on Equipment and Piping Design
In Hixson’s experience, product reformulations and plant layout changes that commonly occur after the initial installation and operation are commissioned can result in reduced production rates, product quality issues, and occasionally pump failures. Find out more about “The Influence of Viscosity on Equipment and Piping Design” in the January issue of Hixson’s From Experience newsletter.
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