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Hydrogen

Syngas from H2S and CO2: An alternative, pioneering synthesis route?

Alfa Laval Olmi SpA: Manenti, G.
KT-Kinetics Technology SpA: Molinari, L.
Politecnico di Milano: Manenti, F.

Hydrogen sulfide and carbon dioxide represent major concerns for the hydrocarbon industry. Both species are contaminants and, since their use as feedstock is minor, are considered troubling byproducts.

Detect boiler leaks upstream of the shift reactor in H2 plants

Johnson Matthey Process Technologies: Ramakumar, K. R.

This example shows a simple method by which boiler leaks can be detected before it is too late.

Central American nations beef up import infrastructure, fuel production amid demand shift

Contributing Writer: Nogarin, M.
Hydrocarbon Processing Staff: Rhodes, Mike

   Methanex’s methanol facility in Trinidad.

Use dynamic simulation to increase reliability of hydrogen generation

Technip India Ltd.: Prasad, M. K. E.  |  Ethakota, M.  |  Agarwal, P.  |  Marathe, M.

Through this plant study, a licensor demonstrates effective use of rigorous dynamic simulation tools to implement the new control schemes and configurations.

Bolivia expands petrochemical capability with Bulo Bulo ammonia complex

Contributing Writer: Nogarin, M.

The Bulo Bulo ammonia-urea facility will be Bolivia’s first petrochemical venture. This new facility is expected to produce sufficient urea/ammonia supplies for domestic demand and will provide surplus product for export.

Shale oil characterization optimizes refining process

KBC Advanced Technologies, Inc.: Sayles, S.

The abundance of shale oils is an unexpected gift for US refiners. These new crude oils have different characteristics from conventional oils that will affect refining processes and the operation of p..

HP Editorial Comment: Downstream has good news for 2015

Hydrocarbon Processing Staff: Romanow, Stephany

The outlook is optimistic for downstream companies. Independent refiners are positive on present and future demand for transportation fuels.

HP Global: Latin America’s refinery product demand is decelerating

The trajectory of refined product balances in Latin America and the Caribbean is changing. With demand growth slowing and throughput expected to rise by 2020, the region’s combined deficits for p..

2015 Catalyst developments: Innovation and value creation

Hydrocarbon Processing invited major catalyst companies and industry consultants to share their insights regarding innovations and trends for new catalytic technologies.Challenges to be solved“As..

Hydrogen perspectives for 21st century refineries—Part 2

Air Products and Chemicals, Inc.: Patel, N.  |  Farnand, S.  |  Li, J.  |  Peng, X. D.
Technip Stone & Webster Process Technology: Ratan, S.

H2 is the lifeblood of 21st century refineries. The application of various technological advancements and core developments has been raising the bar in the design, build, operations and maintenance of H2 facilities.