Process Analytical Chemistry

Process analytical chemistry (PAC) can be defined as the technology of obtaining quantitative and qualitative information about a chemical process in order to control or optimise its performance. This highly practical book provides an up-to-date introduction to the field with a special emphasis placed on industrial processes. Edited by representatives from one of the world's leading chemical companies and centres of excellence for research into the subject, the book is written by a transatlantic team of authors who provide a global perspective. Front Matter....Pages i-xiii Process analytical chemistry in perspective....Pages 1-13 Sampling systems....Pages 14-38 Physical property analyzers....Pages 39-105 Process chromatography....Pages 106-158 Flow injection analysis....Pages 159-182 Molecular spectroscopy....Pages 183-216 Electrochemical methods....Pages 217-258 Process chemometrics....Pages 259-312 Environmental monitoring for a sustainable future from pollution control to pollution prevention....Pages 313-328 Non-invasive techniques....Pages 329-352 Future developments of chemical sensor and analyzer systems....Pages 353-375 Back Matter....Pages 376-378