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Upcoming Webinar Announcement

CMC Research, a leading provider of advanced technical knowledge, is excited to announce a comprehensive online seminar focused on the industrial scaling of separation processes and energy efficiency in process industries. Scheduled for May 25, 2026, this live-streamed event will feature Kenjiro Hirata, a seasoned expert in chemical engineering and safety consultancy, as the lead instructor.

Webinar Details

• - Date: May 25, 2026
• - Time: 10:30 AM - 4:30 PM (JST)
• - Format: Live Zoom Session (Including Materials)
• - Registration Fees:

- General: 55,000 JPY (Tax Included)
- Newsletter Subscribers: 49,500 JPY (Tax Included)
- Academic Rate: 26,400 JPY (Tax Included)

This seminar is designed for researchers and engineers engaged in the chemical and process industry, focusing on learning from past industrial scaling failures and harnessing innovative software—and pinch technology—efficiently. Participants can expect a thorough exploration of energy-efficient designs alongside practical insights into scaling separation processes.

Learning Outcomes

Participants will gain knowledge in key areas, such as:

• - Distillation Techniques: Understanding vapor-liquid equilibrium, material properties, distillation calculations, experiments, corrosion, safety engineering, and energy-saving strategies.
• - Extraction Processes: Choosing solvents, liquid-liquid equilibria, models, and industrial applications in extraction.
• - Adsorption Techniques: Mechanisms and industrial applications of chromatography.
• - Carbon Recycling Assessment: Innovative methods for evaluating the sustainability and energy efficiency of chemical processes.
• - Foundations of Chemical Engineering and Separation Engineering: Comprehensive coverage, including pinch technology employed for energy conservation.

Target Audience

This seminar appeals to various professionals:

• - Engineers and researchers interested in scaling up separation processes
• - Professionals engaged in chemical process development seeking practical insights into industrial challenges
• - Young professionals in chemical and process engineering wanting to boost their knowledge
• - Technicians focused on achieving carbon neutrality in their projects

Seminar Program

1. Separation Engineering Practices:
- Focus on distillation operations, including fundamentals and energy-saving measures.
- Detailed analysis of industrial practices in extraction and chromatography scaling.
2. Use of Chemical Process Simulators:
- Hands-on sessions on employing free software such as COCO/ChemSep for effective chemical process simulation.
3. Pinch Technology:
- Training on utilizing pinch analysis for enhancing process energy efficiency.
4. Innovative Assessment Methods:
- Evaluating carbon recycling processes and renewable energy potentials in industrial applications.

Instructor Profile

Kenjiro Hirata is the founder of Hirata Technical and Safety Consulting Office. After graduating from Tokyo Institute of Technology in Chemical Engineering, he spent several years at Mitsubishi Oil Refining Co., and has since established himself as a thought leader in risk assessment, safety management, and process engineering. His practical experience encompasses process scale-up, application development for various separation techniques, and addressing regulatory compliance for handling chemicals.

Registration

To secure your slot for this valuable seminar, please register through the CMC Research official website. You will receive a viewing link via email upon successful registration. For detailed information and to sign up, click here.

This unique opportunity is designed for those who aim to enhance their expertise in chemical and process engineering. Don't miss out on advancing your knowledge and skills in an ever-evolving field.