Engineering & Design
Improve startup of an olefins complex
The operations team performed early dryout of plant systems before mechanical completion of the entire plant, thus enabling a trouble-free commissioning of new equipment
Distinguishing online optimization benefits from those of advanced controls
An FCCU case study illustrates the procedure
Consider modeling tools to revamp existing process units
In this case history, a refiner uses simulation models with plant test data to debottleneck a crude unit
Systematic procedure for reengineering process equipment
A refinery air-cooled heat exchanger problem illustrates the method
Process technology: the key to boosting downstream value
Apply these market guidelines for development and technology deliveries to yield greater productivity
Use monitoring programs to improve ammonia plant uptime
Trending processing information – pressure, temperature – provides 'clues' on the reliability of critical equipment and catalysts
Business Tools for Technology Transfer
Apply these guidelines for best communication between technology and business fields
Improve liquid/gas coalescer performance
Using surface treatment for coalescer media, separator drainage capabilities can be significantly increased
Overhaul process reactors
Several examples utilize a general model to optimize and speedup process upgrades
General reactor model improves HPI applications
Applying new tools, refiners can optimize revamp, and modernize existing process units
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