Modern Chlor-Alkali Technology, Volume 3 (Hardcover)

This work presents all the information currently available on all aspects of the chlor-alkali industry, reflecting academic and industrial expertise, and providing a broad insight into a major section of the chemical industry, world-wide.;There is a review of world markets, detailing recent trends and analyzing the effects of proposed legislation: all aspects of chlorine handling are covered, including safety, with details given of the development of gaseous chlorine detectors and selection of the correct breathing apparatus. The UK Scheme for dealing with chlorine-related accidents is given as a useful model for areas where new emergency systems are being organized.;The book investigates membrane cells from the chemistry of side reactions to the latest cell designs (incorporating designs for electrodes for use in these cells). Plant design, including the concept of modular plant, is discussed in depth. A final section deals with the chlorine-related products, hypochlorite and chlorate, the chemistry of which is described by an academic in the field.