Refining
HF alkylation conversion is finally within reach—Part 1
Because of its clean-fuel properties (paraffinic, high octane, low vapor pressure and very low sulfur), alkylate is considered one of the most desired components in the gasoline pool.
Iron poisoning investigations enable opportunities for success
The function of fluid catalytic cracking units (FCCUs) is to maximize profits from a given barrel of oil.
FCC collector tray leaks impact column operation
In the collective experience of the authors, one of the most troublesome pieces of refinery fractionation equipment is the collector tray.
China's teapot plants form new club to beat rivals
BEIJING (Reuters) — A group of independent Chinese oil refiners is clubbing together to survive an onslaught by state-owned giants and the rise of private chemical giants, but industry analysts said the new alliance may find it hard to stick.
Harvey may pinch some Gulf Coast refining, chemical projects
NEW YORK/HOUSTON (Reuters) — Oil and petrochemical plants along the US Gulf Coast intend to go ahead with plans for near record spending on expansions next year, despite Hurricane Harvey driving up labor costs and slowing work, experts said.
Croatia could turn its smallest refinery into biomass plant
ZAGREB (Reuters) — Croatia’s loss-making refinery in the central town of Sisak could be turned into logistics center and a facility to refine biomass, consultants Deloitte have proposed.
Magellan Midstream to expand Texas refined petroleum products pipeline system
TULSA, Okla. — Magellan Midstream Partners, L.P. announced plans to expand its refined petroleum products pipeline system to handle incremental demand for transportation of gasoline, diesel fuel and jet fuel to central and north Texas markets.
Essar Oil UK to spend $250 MM upgrading Stanlow refinery
NEW DELHI/MUMBAI (Reuters) — Essar Oil UK expects a $250-MM upgrade of its Stanlow refinery in northwest England to improve its basic profit margin by $1/bbl as it will be able to process a greater variety of cheaper crude oils and raise output, its chief executive said on Wednesday.
China's Sinopec, Jiangxi Copper set up fuel retail JV
BEIJING (Reuters) — Jiangxi Copper Corp said on Wednesday it would set up a joint venture with the Jiangxi region branch of Chinese refining giant Sinopec to market oil products in the southeastern province of the country.
Florida braces for second fuel supply hit as Hurricane Irma approaches
(Reuters) — Fuel distributors and traders in Florida braced for a second supply shock as Hurricane Irma barreled toward the state on the heels of disruptions from Hurricane Harvey in Texas.
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