The Present Situation, Current Problems and Countermeasures to Solve them by the Material Technology Group in Chemical Companies

Abstract

A questionnaire investigation about the present situation, current problems and countermeasure to be discussed with by material technology groups in the eight chemical companies was carried out. It has become clear from the analysis of answers obtained that the roll of material group has been changing under the diminishing construction of new plant and the increased needs of stable and sustainable plant operation. The present major subjects of material groups, which are pointed out in the answers, are such new technological problems as the plant life estimation, the dissemination and handing down of material technology and the upbringing of technology successors. The countermeasures to meet those requirements made clear are such technology developments as a new monitoring system, preparation of database on material technology and closer cooperation with related associations. It is hoped for that the findings of this study would lead to further and more detailed identification of common problems to be solved and development of practical countermeasures therefor.