                               

              PackCol  -  Packed Column Calculator
              ====================================


                  Version 1.1      August 1998
              Suggested archive name = PCOL1611.ZIP

                 Copyright (C) Katmar Software
            PO Box 654, Westville, 3630, South Africa
                  email : katmar@dbn.lia.net
                 http://users.lia.net/katmar/


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  |       Unzip to a temporary file and run INSTALL.EXE         |
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  |   Complete reference manual and tutorials are in the file   |
  |   PCOLBOOK.DOC in MS Word for Windows ver 6.0 format        |
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  CATALOGUING CATEGORY
  ====================
       Engineering and Scientific

  TARGET AUDIENCE
  ===============
       Chemical, process and mechanical engineers

  PROGRAMME DESCRIPTION
  =====================

  Three word description :-     Packed Column Hydraulics

  One line description :-
     Hydraulic design and rating of packed columns

  Short Description :-
     PackCol performs hydraulic design and rating calculations
     for packed columns and towers.  Includes a database of 
     packing types, but custom data can be used.

  Full Description :-
     PackCol performs hydraulic design for new packed columns or 
     rating calculations for existing columns and towers.  The
     design basis can be approach to flood, maximum capacity or
     pressure drop.  Includes a database of packing types, but 
     custom data can be used.  The Eckert and Robbins correlations
     are included to cover the full flowrate range.  Results can 
     be printed in tabular form, and plotted as a Generalised 
     Pressure Drop Correlation diagram or as an Operating Diagram.
     Detailed manual and tutorial included in Word v6 format.


  SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS
  ===================
       OS           :  Windows 3.1 or later
       RAM          :  8 Mb
       DISK SPACE   :  3 Mb ( 6 Mb to print manual )

  LIST OF FILES
  =============
    The complete PackCol package consists of the following files:-

      INSTALL.EXE     The installation utility for PackCol
      WINSTALL.INF    Parameters for installation utility
      WINSTALL.HLP    Help file for installation utility
      PCOL.EXE        The executable file for PackCol
      PCOLHELP.HLP    The on-line help instructions
      PCOLDEFS.DTA    Holds the selected options etc
      README.TXT      Brief description and distribution details
      PCOLBOOK.DOC    Reference manual and tutorials for PackCol
      FILE_ID.DIZ     Description for BBS and web site automation
      PCOL_EGn.RSK    Example data files (n = 1 to 3)
      REGISTER.TXT    Form for ordering from Katmar Software
      PSLFAX.TXT      Form for ordering from PsL by fax
      SHAREIT.TXT     Form for ordering from Share-It by fax
      SWAFAX.TXT      Form for fax orders to Shareware-Australia

    Please ensure that all these files are included whenever you
    pass copies of Packed Column Calculator on to others.

    If you compress the files into an archive for distribution or
    for posting to a BBS or web site please name the archive
    PCOL1611.ZIP.  (The archive file extension will of course
    change if you use a different archiving utility.)

  INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
  =========================
    The Packed Column Calculator package is usually distributed as
    a ZIP file called PCOL1611.ZIP.  Copy this to a temporary
    directory and unzip it.  This will give you the files listed
    above.

    From the Windows program manager select File|Run and then
    Browse to wherever you have the unzipped PackCol package.  
    Select "INSTALL.EXE" and run it.  This will guide you through
    the installation procedure.

    The default directory for the PackCol files is C:\PACKCOL, but
    the installation procedure will allow you to change this
    before it copies the files.  After the files are copied the
    installation procedure will create a new program group in the
    Program Manager and will create icons for PackCol and some of 
    its support files.

    To run PackCol simply select the PACKED COLUMN group and then
    the PackCol icon.

  DETAILED INSTRUCTION MANUAL
  ===========================
    The detailed reference manual and tutorials for PackCol are
    included in the distribution file in the form of a Word for
    Windows v6.0 file called PCOLBOOK.DOC.  If you do not have a
    copy of Word you can download a free copy of Microsoft's
    WordViewer from the Microsoft homesite at www.microsoft.com.

    Load PCOLBOOK.DOC and follow the formatting and printing
    instructions on the first page.  The manual contains about 45
    pages.

  REGISTRATION INSTRUCTIONS
  =========================
    PackCol is distributed as Shareware.  This means you are free
    to use this copy of PackCol for 30 days to determine its value
    and usefulness to you.  The evaluation version of PackCol 
    contains the full functionality of the registered version, 
    except for the limited packing factor range.  During your 30 
    day trial period the program will advise you how many days you
    have remaining.  At the end of the trial period the program 
    will no longer allow you to perform calculations, but will 
    still give you access to your raw data.

    Only if you find PackCol to be worth the asking price do you
    register and pay.  If PackCol does not meet your needs or
    standards then it has cost you nothing and you simply delete
    it from your disk. The manual and the on-line help screens
    contain more information on shareware for those new to this
    system of software distribution.

    PackCol can be bought either as a single-user system for
    US$80.00 or as a multi-user site licence for US$250.00 (or the
    equivalent in British Pounds, Australian Dollars or SA Rands).

    When you register you can pay by credit card or check.  Full
    details of the registration process are included in the manual
    and in the help files within the programme.  Orders can be 
    placed locally in the USA, the UK, Germany, Australia and in
    South Africa.

    When you register, you will be given a password which will
    convert your evaluation version to the full version without
    time limits.  The password will work with all upgrades
    released within 12 months of original purchase.  If you pay by
    credit card you can receive your password almost immediately.


  SHAREWARE DISTRIBUTORS
  ======================
    We are most grateful to the distributors of shareware who help
    us to get PackCol widely known.  Any bona fide distributor of
    shareware  (including WWW site operators, disk distributors,
    BBS operators, computer clubs, magazines on or enclosing disks
    and CD-ROM manufacturers) are welcome to include PackCol in 
    their range, subject to the following requirements :-

    -    The package must include all the files listed in this
         document.  If they are compressed into an archive please
         use the naming convention given with the list of files
         above.

    -    None of the files listed above may be modified in any
         way. (Except to add a "Supplied by 'XYZ Company'" notice
         at the end of the README.TXT or PCOLBOOK.DOC files.)

    -    You are welcome to add other files for the purposes of
         providing a menu or automatic archive extraction, or to
         identify yourself as the distributor.

    -    PackCol may be included on a disk with any other product,
         provided that it is made clear that any payment for that
         other product is not for PackCol.

    -    No price or other compensation may be charged for PackCol.
         Any charge for an evaluation disk (floppy or CD-ROM) must
         be clearly identified as being for the disk and not for
         the software on it.

    -    Any advertisements, catalogues or other literature must
         point out that shareware requires separate payment to the
         author if regular use is made of the product.

    -    We would like distributors to have the most up to date
         versions.  If you would like us to keep you informed of
         any upgrades contact us at the address at the top of this
         file.
