February 2022

100th Anniversary

History of the HPI: The 1930s: Catalytic cracking, polyethylene, synthetic fibers, resins and jet engines

The hydrocarbon processing industry (HPI) has a rich history of discovery, challenges, breakthroughs, trial and error, collaboration and success. Hydrocarbon Processing continues its reflection on the history of the HPI.

Hydrocarbon Processing Staff: Nichols, Lee

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Nichols, Lee - Hydrocarbon Processing Staff, Houston, Texas

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February 2022

100th Anniversary

History of the HPI: The 1930s: Catalytic cracking, polyethylene, synthetic fibers, resins and jet engines

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