Chemical compatibility and safe storage considerations for process systems hazards analysis

Abstract An approach to evaluating the Chemical Compatibility and Safe Storage aspects of Process Systems Hazards Analysis has been delineated. Differential Scanning Calorimetry/Thermal Gravimetric Analysis techniques have been utilized to evaluate potential Chemical Compatibility in storage hazards with chemicals in contact with explosives and propellants. Utilization of the Frank-Kamenetski developed equations was made to determine the safe storage criteria for chemicals and chemicals in contact with contaminants. Special attention was given to Nitrocellulose materials.