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AIChE

AIChE — American Institute of Chemical Engineers

The international professional society representing chemical engineers and the parent organization of the Center for Chemical Process Safety.

Definition

The American Institute of Chemical Engineers (AIChE) is an international professional engineering society dedicated to advancing the chemical engineering profession through technical publications, standards, education and professional development. AIChE is the parent organization of the Center for Chemical Process Safety (CCPS), which develops internationally recognized guidance for process safety management.

Why It Matters

AIChE advances chemical engineering through professional development, technical guidance and internationally recognized process safety initiatives.

In Practice

AIChE supports numerous technical divisions and industry initiatives, including CCPS, and publishes widely referenced engineering guidance covering process design, safety, sustainability and emerging technologies.

Common Misuse

AIChE is the parent professional organization, whereas CCPS is the specialist organization responsible for developing process safety guidance.

Term Details
Synonyms:
AIChE; American Institute of Chemical Engineers; Chemical Engineering Institute
Classification:
Standards, Codes & Regulations
Organization
Intermediate
Applications

Organizations; Chemical Engineering; Professional Societies.

Where It's Used

Chemical processing.; Petrochemical.; Oil and gas.; Manufacturing.; Academia.

References

American Institute of Chemical Engineers

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