Question

In your own words give an explanation of the basis used to decide on whether a process should be designed as batch or continuous operation?

Answer 1

Batch	Continuous
Small quantity	Large rate of production
Reaction time is usually higher.	Reaction time can be low to moderate.
Shut down period is more.	Shut down period is less
More workforce is required as automation is difficult.	Less workforce is required as the processes are automated.
The product is expensive.	The product is cheaper due to automation and mass production.
More than one product can be made.	Only a single product is produced.
Eg: Pharmaceutical products, speciality chemicals, polymer, etc.	Eg: Gasoline, Ammonia, urea, sulphuric acid, etc.