Sulfolane corrosion prevention with on-site alloy upgrade during turnaround

In this audio case study, we discuss the corrosion challenges within a sulfolane unit, showing why it's important for proactive maintenance strategies to safeguard operations and reinforce commitments to process safety, efficiency, and environmental responsibility.

Furnace hot spot repair in the live tail gas Incinerator saves $156M

In this audio case study, learn how IGS's Hot Refractory Repair prevented a potential $156 million shutdown cost for a Central Asian oil and gas producer. It also highlighted the crucial role of proactive maintenance in sustaining uninterrupted energy production.

How a pulp and paper CFB boiler mitigated extreme erosion and saved long-term costs

In this audio case study, we discuss a situation at a Gulf Coast chemical plant where an ethylene furnace encountered a hot spot challenge, requiring prompt action.

Robotic solutions: Enchancing efficiency in petrochemical operations

This audio case study is about fouling challenges faced by a petrochemical company. There is a crucial need to restore heater efficiency and operational reliability, leveraging advanced robotic technology in alignment with the company's commitment to sustainability, this process generated ...

Middle East Special

Global Business Development Manager Dr. Stephen Firth and General Manager for the Middle East Afzal Khan talk about the specific challenges facing industries in the area, and how our gas analysis solutions can help overcome them.

Solving coating issues in a carbon capture and storage project amidst new yearholidays

A critical issue arose during the construction of a groundbreaking direct air capture facility in the US Gulf Coast, risking the project timeline and costing over $500k per day in delays, as a particular coating specification for a vessel proved inadequate for the required environment ...

Mitigating Erosion: HVTS cladding solution for QAPCO quench column

In this case study, we discuss how IGS's High-Velocity Thermal Spray (HVTS) Cladding technology solved erosion issues in QAPCO's Quench Column VE140001.

How can refineries cut costs and reduce fuel use in their catalytic reforming unit fired heaters

In this audio case study, we discuss how refineries can instantly reduce fuel consumption and save costs with the process tube Hot Tube Descaling process on their live heater.

Catalytic reformer audits: 13.5% furnace efficiency increase

In this episode, Larry Emch, Furnace Efficiency Specialist from IGS, joins us again to discuss a project where his team audited furnaces and heaters at an oil and gas site, identifying inefficiencies and offering solutions for increased production, including a notable 13.5% improvement, ...

Gordon Chiu on the worlds transition to renewable energy

In this episode, Gordon Chiu, PAC's Renewable Fuels Product Manager, discusses how the world is moving towards renewable energy and away from fossil fuels. Also, he explains how PAC is positioning itself during this time of energy transition.

Texas tower cleaning enables IRIS inspection and saves $8M+

Integrated Global Services (IGS) deployed Tube Tech’s engineered VCFE cleaning solution to remove fouling from 2688 tubes across two Texas Towers. 100% of tubes were cleaned to a production standard and 10% of tubes received enhanced cleaning for IRIS inspection.

Nugen Energy's refractory failure challenge

In this audio case study, Nugen Energy faced a significant challenge when their facilities began experiencing refractory failures, requiring extensive downtime for repairs. This downtime not only halted production but also led to substantial financial losses, nearly $6.59 million per ...

Propylene Oxide

Application Development Engineer Maria-Katharina Mokosch is joined by Application Manager Karen Gargallo and Global Business Development Manager Stephen Firth to look at propylene oxide production and the common challenges facing customers.