Refining
Hydrocarbon Processing Top Project Awards 2020
The global hydrocarbon processing industry (HPI) continues to expand and modernize to efficiently meet growing demand for energy, transportation fuels and petrochemicals.
Using ASME Section VIII Division 2 Class 1 to your advantage
It is globally recognized that ASME codes are widely used international codes for the construction of mechanical equipment operating in power, refining, petrochemical and nuclear facilities.
Global Project Data
<i>Hydrocarbon Processing’s</i> Construction Boxscore Database is tracking nearly 1,400 projects around the world.
Maximize the value of tank laser scan data
API 653 Annex B is the standard for evaluating tank bottom settlement.
Optimization study for vacuum offgas amine sweetening unit using simulation model
Technology is constantly developing, and the competition is intense.
From siloed to connected: Why the oil and gas industry is going digital
Oil, gas and petrochemical organizations generate vast amounts of data throughout their operations, from exploration and extraction to refining, testing and real-time monitoring.
Advances in compressor anti-surge valve design enhance reliability and performance
Centrifugal and axial compressors are some of the most critical components used within a process plant to handle gases.
Digital: Harnessing the power of digital platforms to improve plant performance and increase customer success
Digital online platforms offer significant potential benefits across the oil and gas value chain by employing advanced analytical tools and near-real-time access to technical expertise to improve day-to-day plant performance.
Industry Perspectives: Top Projects 2020—Voting is still open
As mentioned in the editorial comment of the October issue of <i>Hydrocarbon Processing</i>, the nominees for the 2020 Top Project Awards are out.
Advanced process control for unsteady-state operation: A lesser-known technique
A goal of all process industries is to run the plant in a steady-state zone of operation, improving optimization and control, and producing more benefits.
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- U.S. EPA to rule on backlog of small refinery biofuel exemption requests 5/16
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- AFPM honors top refining and petrochemical facilities 5/16
