Refining
Consider new FCC technologies to produce low-sulfur gasoline
Capital-free techniques such as catalyst and additive programs are viable options when meeting clean fuel specifications
Case history: Converting an MTBE unit to isooctane operation
Due to the ban of blending MTBE into RFG, this company revamped its operation to produce another gasoline component using technology never proven on world-scale levels
Floating-roof technology advances with lessons learned from an 80-year history
Consider these design fundamentals when selecting your storage solution
Optimize revamp projects with a logic-based approach
Retrofitting processing units pose many obstacles. Test-run evaluations uncover limitations from existing infrastructures that can derail project goals
Optimize coker operations
Refiners can update coking units via two methods – recycle or zero-recycle operations. Depending on the capability of downstream units either option can be used as part of clean-fuels program
Revitalize stripping operations with structured packing
Poor stripper performance of FCC spent catalyst burns up products and profits. New retrofit methods cut operating cost and increase product yields
HPIn Europe: Robust activity in eastern and central region
Central and Eastern Europe continues to be one of the most interesting regions. Some of the larger companies, such as OMV of Austria, MOL of Hungary and PKN Orlen of Poland, are seeking..
HPIn Europe: Refiners aim to meet fuel specifications
Earlier this year, the new fuel specifications to come into effect Jan. 1, 2005, became law in Europe. When they were initially proposed, the immediate reaction had been one of horror a..
Consider validating process data to develop realistic hydrogen balances
With accurate information, refiners can apply new assessment tools to fine-tune plant networks
Flue gas analysis - a storehouse of information
Here's a step-by-step procedure to determine heater performance
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