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Haldor Topsoe refinery walk-through
Exploring the hidden potential of your refinery. Refinery processes are complex and filled with potential sources of inefficiency. A Topsoe Refinery Walk-Through will identify the hidden opportunities and help you improve the refinery profitability, flexibility, safety, and reliability. Within the past few years, Topsoe has successfully carried out Refinery Walk-Throughs covering hydroprocessing, hydrogen- and sulfur management applications. The goal is to identify potential ...
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Suspension crystallization technology
Suspension crystallization technology completes Sulzer‘s existing portfolio of melt crystallization technology consisting of falling film and static crystallization. Based upon careful evaluation of the technologies, our clients can be sure to receive the ideal process for their separation challenge, be it one of our crystallization technologies or even a hybrid process. Suspension crystallization is a highly selective, low energy consuming and solvent-free separation ...
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More instrumentation professionals trust their operation’s safety and performance to Magnetrol, the market leader in unfailingly reliable mechanical buoyancy liquid level switches. This guide details the design elements that give our external cages the structural integrity demanded of your toughest level control applications. Design Integrity in the Details There’s a reason Magnetrol-tough liquid level switches are the No. 1 brand of mechanical buoyancy instrumentation. ...
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Separator technology reduces refinery operating costs and downtime
A US refining company contacted us to discuss a separation problem in the feed to an alkylation process. Caustic entrainment from their selective hydrogenation unit was poisoning the hydrofluoric acid catalyst in the alkylation unit. The continuous phase feed to the alkylation unit consisted of ~180m3/hr of mixed C4 hydrocarbons, mainly butanes and butylenes, with varying levels of 10 – 20% caustic solution entrained as a dispersed aqueous phase. Sulzer was commissioned ...
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Safeguard packed column efficiency with proper liquid distribution
Initial liquid distribution directly affects the efficiency of structured and random packing beds. As such, some form of flow test should be conducted to validate distributor performance prior to column startup. Steady state water flow testing is the most common method of testing distributors. It can be conducted in the shop or in the field to verify the design, manufacture and installation. Three Common Types of Liquid Distributor Flow Tests • Liquid Range Test with ...
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LO-CAT - the green solution to sulfur recovery
The LO-CAT process, available exclusively from Merichem, is a patented liquid redox system that uses a proprietary chelated iron solution to convert H2S to innocuous, elemental sulfur. It does not use any toxic chemicals and does not produce any hazardous waste byproducts. The environmentally safe catalyst is continuously regenerated in the process. The LO-CAT technology is applicable to all types of gas streams including air, natural gas, CO2, amine acid gas,biogas, landll ...
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Hydrogen sulfide removal from sour associated gas
In November of 1999, PT Pertamina (Indonesia’s staterun oil company) installed the LO-CAT® II Hydrogen Sulfide Oxidation Process for their Mudi Field in East Java, Indonesia. The oil production operation at the Mudi field was producing up to 11 MMSCFD of sour associated gas. This associated gas was to be used to strip additional H2S from the sour crude and to generate power in 3 gas fired turbines. Pertamina investigated several alternative sulfur recovery options, ...
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State of the art solution for gasoline group type analysis in 39 minutes. The Reformulyzer M4 is the most signifi cant advancement in full group type analysis of gasoline and gasoline blend streams using multi-dimensional gas chromatography. It is the fastest and most flexible analyzer on the market to combine analysis for Paraffins, Olefins, Naphthenes, Oxygenates, and Aromatics in one instrument. The Reformulyzer is the only solution that truly meets today’s challenges in ...
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Echotel® ultrasonic level switches
The less you will worry if a tuning fork is up to the job of providing the outstanding quality, reliability and overfill prevention your facility needs. Echotel® ultrasonic switches provide continuously accurate and reliable level control that outperforms tuning fork technology. While tuning forks have been widely adapted by the industry, the fact is Echotel ultrasonic switches offer more benefits.
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Using chemical tracers to detect leaks in heat exchangers
Tracerco has been at the forefront of the development of online leak detection for the last 65 years. The method allows the detection of leaks as small as 0.5%. However, the demand to measure smaller leaks that affect product quality, has led to extensive research into alternative online methods. Through the development of Tracerco’s specialist chemical tracers, they are detectable in samples at concentrations as low as 1 ppb, meaning that extremely small leaks can be detected. The ...
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Triple-offset metal seated butterfly valve
KX Safeflex provides a valve which is reliable, cost-effective and due to specification for critical applications and in various aspects is far superior to conventional solutions. OHL Gutermuth supplies this series of butterfly valves in many variations in terms of function, construction and material, fully adapted to the individual operational requirements. Throughout the sectors of power stations, paper and chemical industry, petrochemicals, gas industry, water and wastewater, ...
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New design features enhance separation performance
The Shell Schoepentoeter™ is a vane-type inlet device for feeding high momentum gas-liquid mixtures into separators or distillation columns. The Schoepentoeter has two main functions: separating the liquid from the vapor and evenly distributing the vapor in the gas compartment of the vessel. While Schoepentoeters have been recognized as the primary choice of radial inlet device in many separator vessels, performance in distillation columns has been challenged by proponents ...
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Gas Jet Compressor Systems for Gas Fields
Gas jet compressor systems for the exploitation of gas fields. GEA designs, manufactures and delivers gas jet compressor systems for on- and offshore applications consisting of jet pumps (ejector or eductor) and silencers to reduce the sound pressure level. Why an ejector system is needed - Natural gas is available with up to 600 bar pressure at a newly drilled well. - The natural gas can be conveyed directly through pipelines for further processing or to place of use. - ...
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Reducing contractor expense with smarter maintenance & reliability workstreams
From daily maintenance work to complex annual turnarounds, refineries can use a significant amount of expensive contractor labor. What if you could improve your workstreams, reduce operational complexity, and lower variable costs? In this webinar, we’ll discuss the challenges that refineries face with current ways of work and look at how customers are improving processes and margins with smarter digital tools and processes from Cognite. Register to attend this free webinar ...
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Exploring industrial analytics alternatives in the manufacturing 4.0 Era
In the Manufacturing 4.0 era, industrial organizations have more data at their fingertips than ever, offering the promise of higher production rates, more consistent quality, and reduced costs through data-driven strategies. Standing between many businesses and this promise of process optimization are questions surrounding the right tools to harness this data effectively – a choice complicated by the shifting status of longtime standard OSIsoft’s ProcessBook and PI Vision ...
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Can process electrification accelerate decarbonization of refining and petrochemicals?
Is electrification the right fit to decarbonize the oil and gas sector? Despite global efforts, CO2 emissions continue to rise, placing the O&G industry under increasing pressure to reduce its carbon footprint. With the sector responsible for 15% of total energy-related emissions, and its associated processes heavily relying on fossil-fuels, strategic action is crucial to meet global climate goals. This webinar will explore the key drivers and challenges of decarbonization ...
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Breaking feedstock barriers with HTW® gasification technology
In the race to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050, industries are facing unprecedented challenges in meeting ambitious targets for sustainable fuels and chemicals. As sustainable feedstocks used today become scarce, the search for innovative solutions has never been more critical. Discover how GIDARA Energy's gasification process and efforts can efficiently convert a wide array of sustainable feedstocks – from forestry residues and municipal solid waste (MSW) to hard-to-recycle ...
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Novel sulfur removal pathways to aid energy reduction and decarbonisation
Decarbonisation and energy efficiency are key economic drivers for refining and petrochemical operators globally, along with emphasis on minimizing sulphur emissions. Sulphur removal has been practiced in the industry for decades. However, with the development of new media, adsorbents, and catalysts, it’s now possible to achieve the above stated goals by deploying these materials in different applications related to refinery and petrochemical sectors. This webinar will showcase ...
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Elevating emulsion layer level measurement
Gain exclusive insights into a groundbreaking Time Domain Reflectometry (TDR)-based Multiphase Detector from Ametek Level Measurement Solutions that revolutionizes level measurement in applications with dynamic emulsion layers. Register to attend this free webinar to: - Learn how to accurately measure dynamic emulsion layers. - Overcome challenges that can limit process optimization. - Explore a new, patented concept in utilizing TDR technology for dynamic emulsion layer ...
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Exploring chemical recycling and bio-based plastics production in refineries
How do we meet the growing demand for plastics? The global refining, gas, and petrochemical industries are under pressure to decarbonise and adopt sustainable practices while meeting increasing needs for plastics. This webinar will provide you with the following insights in addressing these challenges: - Explore advanced solutions such as chemical recycling, bio-based plastics, and mechanical recycling - See how Axens integrates recycling technologies into existing refineries - ...
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Catalyst recycling & sulfur recovery: A new approach
Evonik’s catalyst reuse technologies enable today’s sulfur recovery unit operators to gain the activity they require while minimizing cost and environmental footprint, with the help of catalyst reuse technologies. You will benefit from the following insights: • Get an overview of how Evonik is leading the industry in catalyst reuse technologies, in particular for tail gas treating applications. • Explore the benefits of extending catalyst reuse from hydroprocessing ...
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Mission critical electric heat tracing solutions for the hydrogen and carbon capture industry
Around the globe, world leaders have pledged to invest in technologies such as carbon capture and hydrogen to help accelerate the energy transition. In this webinar we explain how nVent RAYCHEM solutions can play a vital role in protecting and optimizing H2 and CCUS application, by: • Keeping critical processes operational • Protecting pipes, tanks, and equipment from freezing Register today to benefit from the following insights: • Get an overview of nVent RAYCHEM ...
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Navigating Complexities of Renewables Processing
Refineries are shifting away from producing traditional fuels to remain relevant, compliant and profitable. Join us to learn more about recent developments in renewable feedstocks processing. In this webinar from Ketjen, you will gain an understanding of the regulations and drivers that shape the renewables market. You will also have a chance to learn about operational challenges you may face while processing feedstocks with various amounts and grades of HVO or waste plastic ...
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Transforming hydrogen storage and transport
Join us for an insightful webinar where we delve into the hydrogen economy and discuss bankable and sustainable hydrogen transport projects that exist today. This session will focus on the commercialized and groundbreaking Liquid Organic Hydrogen Carriers (LOHC) technology that is revolutionizing the hydrogen economy. We will present an exciting case study demonstrating LOHC's differentiated benefits when transporting blue hydrogen produced in low cost regions and delivering that ...
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Beyond processbook & PI vision: Exploring today’s industrial analytics tools
In the Manufacturing 4.0 era, industrial organizations have more data at their fingertips than ever, offering the promise of higher production rates, more consistent quality, and reduced costs through data-driven strategies. Standing between many businesses and this promise of process optimization are questions surrounding the right tools to harness this data effectively – a choice complicated by the shifting status of longtime standard OSIsoft’s ProcessBook and PI Vision ...
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The progress of SAF solutions for the decarbonisation of aviation
As the world increasingly commits to steeper decarbonization targets, the aviation industry is determined to develop sustainable solutions to produce cost-competitive, high-yield jet fuel with minimal environmental impact. The International Air Transport Association (IATA) estimates that the 2024 production volume of sustainable aviation fuels (SAF) will triple from 2023 levels – soaring to 1.5 million tonnes. This is in line with larger SAF production trends, as 2023 levels ...