Distillation

In Nontechnical Language

By: Norman Lieberman

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Hardcover | 1 July 2026

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Distillation is one of the most important—and often least understood—processes in the oil, gas, petrochemical, and chemical industries. In Distillation in Nontechnical Language, industry legend Norman P. Lieberman breaks down complex distillation concepts into clear, practical explanations that anyone can understand. Drawing on more than 60 years of refinery design, operations, and troubleshooting experience, Lieberman moves beyond theory to explain how distillation systems actually behave in the field. Readers gain a practical understanding of vaporization, condensation, reflux, trays, reboilers, and the factors that influence separation efficiency and tower performance. Whether you're troubleshooting flooding, evaluating operating conditions, improving product recovery, or simply trying to understand what happens inside a distillation tower, this book provides real-world insights that can be applied immediately. Written for engineers, operators, managers, and industry professionals alike, Distillation in Nontechnical Language is an accessible guide to understanding one of the industry's most essential processes.

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