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Characterization and safe handling of reactive initiator solutions
Author(s) -
Klein James A.,
Mros Gordon R.
Publication year - 2006
Publication title -
process safety progress
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 0.378
H-Index - 40
eISSN - 1547-5913
pISSN - 1066-8527
DOI - 10.1002/prs.10150
Subject(s) - thermal runaway , thermal stability , polymerization , process engineering , polymer chemistry , chemistry , environmental science , engineering , organic chemistry , polymer , thermodynamics , power (physics) , physics , battery (electricity)
The thermal stability of initiators used in free radical polymerizations has been well documented. Initiators are often used in solutions, with relatively long feed periods to help control the heat of polymerization. In some cases, the stability of the initiator solutions is limited, especially at higher concentrations, and runaway reactions can potentially be severe. This article reviews the chemical reactivity of concentrated initiator solutions and considers PHA studies and feed tank design to help ensure safe handling and manufacture. © 2006 American Institute of Chemical Engineers Process Saf Prog, 2006