July 2021
Process Optimization
Analyze pressure loss during FCC standpipe catalyst transfer
The fluid catalytic cracking unit (FCCU) is the primary conversion equipment for modern refineries to obtain clean transportation fuels, along with high-grade petrochemical feedstock.
The Authors
Peng Wei is a Senior Engineer in the FCC division of the petrochemical branch company of PetroChina. He has worked in FCC plant production, management and technical revamp for 11 yr. He holds a PhD in chemical engineering from the China University of Petroleum in Beijing. His research interests include oil and gas processing and fluidization technology, among others.
Qi Hongwei is a Senior Engineer and the Director of the science and technology department of the petrochemical branch company of PetroChina. With more than 30 yr of experience, he is responsible for technology management of the fuel oil system. He also oversees the technical revamp of many units, including the catalytic cracking, delayed coking and distillation units. He also has abundant experience in process optimization.
Liu Yansheng is a Professor of chemical engineering at China University of Petroleum in Beijing. He has worked in the chemical engineering field for more than 30 yr and is responsible for the technical revamp of several FCCUs.
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