Chlorine Dioxide Generation

Chlorine dioxide is widely used in the bleaching of kraft pulp. It reacts readily with lignin and does not significantly react with cellulose fibers, so it produces strong, stable, clean, high-brightness pulps. However, because chlorine dioxide is unstable as a gas and can only be stored in very dilute water-based solutions, it must be generated on-site.  

This course covers some early commercial chlorine dioxide generation processes in addition to the processes that are currently in use. It also discusses the conditions that can cause chlorine dioxide to decompose and other safety considerations. 

By the end of this course, you will be able to: 

• Describe how the International Building Code protects the structure and occupants from fire using passive and active fire protection; 
• Identify any fire and smoke protection systems required; 
• Identify fire-resistance-rated assemblies; and 
• Describe the requirements of automatic sprinkler systems, standpipe systems, and fire alarm systems.