Also in multiphase applications, monolithic catalytic reactors have a large
potential. In many respects they outperform the conventional reactors such
as slurry and trickle bed reactors. Monoliths can play a role in process i
ntensification because they allow exceptionally large rates and selectiviti
es. They can also be used in multifunctional reactors. (C) 2001 Elsevier Sc
ience B.V. All rights reserved.