ABSTRACT Ammonium Nitrate is a chemical that is often used as an explosive for coal mining, mineral mining, military explosives, and can also be used as fertilizer and anesthetic. Ammonium nitrate is formed from the neutralization reaction of ammonia and nitric acid by the UHDE process. Neutralization takes place in a bubble reactor. The ammonium nitrate output from the reactor is flowed i…
ABSTRACT This study presents the preliminary design of a Dimethyl Carbonate (DMC) plant utilizing methanol through the oxidative carbonylation process. Dimethyl carbonate is a vital organic compound widely used in the pharmaceutical, coating, and fuel additive industries. The plant is designed with a production capacity of 17,000 tons per year and is planned to be located in the Bontang Indust…
ABSTRACT Polyvinyl alcohol (PVOH, PVA, or PVAI) is a compound classified as an acetylene derivative compound. This type of polymer has a molecular formula (C2H4O)n, is soluble in hot water, has low gas permeability, has paper properties, and has high electrical resistance, and has a crystal structure (can reflect light). Polyvinyl alcohol can be used for paper coating materials, fibers, and ad…
ABSTRACT This preliminary plant design aims to meet domestic demand and reduce reliance on imported intermediate chemicals, specifically ethylbenzene, which serves as the main raw material in styrene production and its derivatives. The plant is designed using the Mobil/Badger process, involving the alkylation reaction between ethylene and benzene with a ZSM-5 catalyst. The plant will be locate…
ABSTRACT The demand for methyl chloride in Indonesia still relies heavily on imports due to limited domestic production. This study aims to develop a preliminary design of a methyl chloride plant using methanol and hydrochloric acid through a hydrochlorination process, with a distillation column as the main separation equipment. The methodology includes designing the reaction process in a fixe…
ABSTRACT Activated carbon is widely known as an adsorbent material in various purification applications, including in the processing of liquid smoke. This study aims to determine the effect of temperature and activation time of activated carbon calcination on purification of liquid smoke. Dry oil palm frond waste with an amount of 6 kg was carbonized using the torrefaction method producing a c…
ABSTRACT Activated carbon is widely known as an adsorbent material in various purification applications, including in the processing of liquid smoke. This study aims to determine the effect of temperature and activation time of activated carbon calcination on purification of liquid smoke. Dry oil palm frond waste with an amount of 6 kg was carbonized using the torrefaction method producing a c…
ABSTRACT Oyster mushroom baglog waste is a residual growing medium left after oyster mushroom cultivation that is no longer productive if not managed properly, it can cause enviromental problems. This study aims to determine the effect of varying Promi concentrations and composting durations on the quality of compost produced from oyster mushroom baglog waste. The method used is anaerobic deco…
ABSTRACT Oyster mushroom baglog waste is a residual growing medium left after oyster mushroom cultivation that is no longer productive if not managed properly, it can cause enviromental problems. This study aims to determine the effect of varying Promi concentrations and composting durations on the quality of compost produced from oyster mushroom baglog waste. The method used is anaerobic deco…
ABSTRACT Toothpaste is a preparation for cleaning and polishing the surface of teeth consisting of fine CaCO3 (calcium carbonate), mixed with glycerin plus natural ingredients to inhibit the growth of germs and provide a fresh taste so that users like it. This study used variations of betel leaf extract with the maceration method. The solvent used must be able to extract the desired substance …
ABSTRACT The increasing production of oyster mushrooms (Pleurotus ostreatus) has led to a significant rise in baglog waste. This waste has the potential to pollute the environment if not properly utilized. One way to manage this waste is by processing it into compost. However, the low nitrogen content in baglog waste necessitates the addition of other materials, such as cow manure and bioactiv…
ABSTRACT The increasing production of oyster mushrooms (Pleurotus ostreatus) has led to a significant rise in baglog waste. This waste has the potential to pollute the environment if not properly utilized. One way to manage this waste is by processing it into compost. However, the low nitrogen content in baglog waste necessitates the addition of other materials, such as cow manure and bioactiv…
ABSTRACT Rice husk is an organic material that has a high lignocellulose content, making it potential for use as an adsorbent. One method of preparing adsorbents is through activation with Sodium Hydroxide (NaOH), Phosphoric acid (H3PO4), and without activation. The aim of this research is to study the effect of varying concentrations of NaOH and H3PO4 as activators on the adsorption capac…
ABSTRACT Instant bread yeast is a common leavening agent used in bread making and contains the microorganism Saccharomyces cerevisiae. However, natural yeast is now being considered as an alternative due to its several advantages, including the ability to enrich flavor, extend product shelf life, and be more easily digested. This research aims to produce natural yeast through the fermentation …
ABSTRACT Silica gel is one of the silica-based materials that has quite extensive uses such as in the pharmaceutical industry, ceramics, paints and special applications in the chemical field. This study aims to synthesize silica gel from Bengkalis Beach sand by varying the concentration of HCl during gel formation. Silica gel is synthesized through several stages starting with the leaching pro…
ABSTRACT Silica gel is one of the silica-based materials that has quite extensive uses such as in the pharmaceutical industry, ceramics, paints and special applications in the chemical field. This study aims to synthesize silica gel from Bengkalis Beach sand by varying the concentration of HCl during gel formation. Silica gel is synthesized through several stages starting with the leaching pro…
ABSTRACT The increase in the number of laundry services will be directly proportional to the amount of liquid waste generated at the end of the activity. Therefore, it is necessary to develop effective and environmentally friendly waste treatment methods. The adsorption process is still the best choice for liquid waste treatment, especially if it uses environmentally friendly adsorbents, for e…
ABSTRACT Instant yeast is a leavening agent in making bread containing microorganisms of the Saccharomyces cerevisiae type. However, sourdough is now starting to be considered as an alternative because it has several advantages, including being able to enrich the taste, extend the shelf life of the product, and being easier to digest. This study aims to produce natural yeast through fermentati…
ABSTRACT The increase in the number of laundry services will be directly proportional to the amount of liquid waste generated at the end of the activity. Therefore, it is necessary to develop effective and environmentally friendly waste treatment methods. The adsorption process is still the best choice for liquid waste treatment, especially if it uses environmentally friendly adsorbents, for e…
ABSTRACT Silica gel is a material widely used in the industrial sector as an adsorbent, filler, and catalyst support. It can be synthesized from various natural sources containing silica (SiO₂), one of which is laboratory glass waste. In this study, silica gel was synthesized from laboratory glass waste through the production of sodium silicate, followed by precipitation using HCl solution. …