This book is an authoritative reference and practical guide designed to help the plant engineer identify and solve industrial air pollution problems in order to be able to meet current air pollution regulations. Prepared under the editorial supervision of an experienced chemical engineer, with each chapter contributed by an expert in his field, the book presents the total air pollution picture to the operating plant engineer and then provides him with the tools for solving his problems. It combines all of the important aspects of air pollution--the theory of measurement of polluted air, the specification of equipment for processes that create air pollution, and the legislative intricacies involved. Chapters are titled as follows: Defining the Problem, Effects of Air Pollution on the Environment, Legislative and Regulatory Trends Regarding Air Pollution Control and Prevention, Air Pollutants, Analytical Techniques in Air Pollution, Designing a Plant Air Management System, Improvement of Existing Systems, Selection of Equipment for Particulate Removal, Selection of Equipment for Gaseous Waste Disposal, and Air Pollution Considerations in Solid and Liquid Waste Disposal. (LK)