Understanding basic principles of flow calculations

Valve size often is described by the nominal size of the end connections, but a more important measure is the flow that the valve can provide.

Managing fouling in refinery networks

Modelling heat exchanger and other networks enables the use of dynamic fouling models in performance assessment and predictive studies

Spent sulphuric acid regeneration (SAR) process

Several chemical processes utilise concentrated sulphuric acid as a catalyst or dehydrating agent, in which the acid becomes “spent”; ie, weakened ...

Processing high TAN crude: part I

Huizhou, which is the first refinery for processing 100% high TAN crude, started up in 2009. This article describes the challenges of an opportunity crude ...

Hydrogen generation for modern refineries

With increasing demand for diesel, more stringent product specifications for cleaner fuels, reduced fuel oil demand and the economic advantages in processing ...

Sour water strippers: design and operation

Simpler, more cost-effective sour water stripper designs can outperform more generally accepted designs in the refining industry

More petrochemicals with less capital spending

Even in nations with exceptional dependence on transportation fuels like Brazil, better integration with petrochemicals production is essential for re ...

Energy management and sustainability of the downstream industry

Energy management must feature in any strategy in the downstream industry for both environmental impact and economic competitiveness.

The role of biofuels in the energy transition

Overcoming the challenges of coprocessing renewables.

Delayed coking as a sustainable refinery solution

Fuel grade coke is a serious environmental pollutant but the producer, the delayed coking process, can be a contributor to future sustainable development ...

Profiting from the lubricants market

Pursuing a profitable and more sustainable purpose for crude oil through the lubricants market requires examination of lubricants production via hydro ...

Closing the sustainability cycle

Role of plastics recycling technologies in the future of the downstream industry.

Reducing costs with data visualisation software

(White Paper) - In late 2020, OSIsoft announced the retirement of ProcessBook, PI’s venerable data visualisation tool kit that debuted in 1994. Because ...

Can pyrolysis oil unlock greater plastic circularity?

(White Paper) - Combining pyrolysis and vapour-phase catalytic upgrading offers lower temperature and energy requirements, higher yields, and optimised ...

Save time and costs with presulfurisation technology

With fluctuating crude prices, shifting regulations, and growing pressure to reduce carbon emissions, refiners are juggling a multitude of challenges. ...

Rethinking turnarounds holds key to recapturing competitiveness

Off the back of warnings that the European petrochemical industry is becoming extinct, Aggreko is encouraging plant and turnaround managers to re-approach ...

Exploring turnaround planning cycle: what role should the supply chain play?

The European petrochemical sector faces a challenging outlook with weak margins due to overcapacity and high energy costs, impacting its competitiveness ...

Leading atmospheric distillation benchmark is here - OptiDist 2

PAC introduces OptiDist 2, the next evolution in precision distillation. Built on decades of expertise and field-proven innovation, OptiDist 2 sets a new ...

Reducing costs with data visualisation software

(White Paper) - In late 2020, OSIsoft announced the retirement of ProcessBook, PI’s venerable data visualisation tool kit that debuted in 1994. Because ...

Can pyrolysis oil unlock greater plastic circularity?

(White Paper) - Combining pyrolysis and vapour-phase catalytic upgrading offers lower temperature and energy requirements, higher yields, and optimised ...

Control points during the lifecycle of precious metal catalysts

(White Paper) - Key contractual factors can greatly influence metal value returns for precious metals spent catalysts. More and more petroleum and petrochemical ...

HydroFlex® technology and catalysts chosen by Zhongneng Yida in China

Topsoe, a leading global provider of advanced technology and solutions for the energy transition, has signed an agreement with Zhongneng Yida to provide ...

Zeopore fulfilling first customer orders

Zeopore, a leading innovator in zeolite enhancement technologies for high catalytic performance, proudly announces that its recently commissioned semi-industrial ...

SunGas Renewables selects Johnson Matthey as technology partner

SunGas Renewables has selected Johnson Mattheyas a technology partner for its flagship projec, Beaver Lake Renewable Energy, a biomethanol plant planned ...

Zhejiang Jianglan select Topsoe as technology provider SAF project

Topsoe, a leading global provider of advanced technology and solutions for the energy transition, has signed an agreement with Zhejiang Jianglan, a company ...

MAIRE announces major contract wins

MAIRE announces that its subsidiaries TECNIMONT and KT-Kinetics Technology, also thanks to the technological and engineering services provided by NEXTCHEM, ...

Wanhua Chemical signs JV agreement with Petrochemical Industries Company

On April 25, Wanhua Chemical formally signed a joint venture agreement with Petrochemical Industries Company. Under the terms of the agreement, PIC ...

Maximizing Performance in Oil & Gas with Real-Time Analytics

(Webinar) - In an industry shaped by fluctuating market conditions and tight operational margins, oil & gas producers are increasingly relying on data-driven ...

Unlocking the potential of waste for advanced conversion pathways

(Webinar) - This session offers a detailed exploration of HTW® gasification technology, a proven solution for converting diverse feedstocks into clean ...

EDL Anlagenbau and Nuberg EPC collaboration to drive sustainable solutions

Nuberg EPC, headquartered in Delhi NCR, India, an engineering and industrial conglomerate and EDL Anlagenbau Gesellschaft mbH, based in Leipzig, Germany, ...

hte and Heraeus Precious Metals collaborate on catalytic ammonia cracking

hte and precious metals specialist Heraeus Precious Metals signed a R&D service agreement. The main focus of this collaboration is the screening of ...

Corrosion mitigation in amine vessels, absorbers and strippers

Learn more about best practices for mitigating corrosion in amine vessels, absorbers and stripper towers. IGS Asset Integrity helps extend outage cycles, ...

ADNOC deepens energy partnerships with US Energy companies

ADNOC today announced multiple agreements with United States energy majors during the United Arab Emirates business dialogue with US President Donald J. ...

PAC introduces OptiDist2 - the next generation of atmospheric distillation

PAC, a global leader in analytical instrumentation with over 5,000 distillation instruments deployed worldwide, proudly introduces OptiDist 2, setting ...

Device maintenance solution benefits for flow control customers

In today's rapidly evolving industrial landscape, digital services for valve management have become indispensable. These services leverage advanced technologies ...

Yokogawa Launches OpreX Plant Stewardship

Yokogawa Electric Corporation announces the launch today of OpreXTM Plant Stewardship, the most comprehensive lifecycle service program in the company’s ...

New pump energy optimization solution launched to drive cost and carbon savings

Sulzer has today launched the Sulzer Energy Optimization Service, an energy efficiency and carbon reduction service that will create a new best practice ...

Evonik launches Purocel™ series to advance pyrolysis oil capability

Evonik has announced a comprehensive suite of Purocel™ products and catalysts technologies that improve the quality of pyrolysis oil, driving greater ...

Neles™ Neldisc™ triple eccentric butterfly valves

Versatility and reliability in one package: Neles Neldisc triple eccentric butterfly valves are designed for customer success. These valves excel in both ...

The Radiometric Principle

In this video our expert explains the physics and technology needed for radiometric measurement system and which parameters effect the amount of the remaining ...

VP VISION - What is Vapor Pressure?

What is Vapor Pressure? How do we test it? How does it work? Let's test with the VP VISION.

FCC Catalyst Solutions from Grace

Fluid catalytic cracking has helped shape the modern world. But new standards, evolving demands and diverse feedstocks are changing the petroleum industry. ...

Process heaters application video

With a range of accurate, responsive gas analysis technologies and extensive applications knowledge, Servomex can help make your process heaters and furnaces ...

Ready-now solutions to help decarbonise syngas production

Syngas is a key building block of many essential chemical and fuels. Our low carbon solutions technologies help our customers in syngas production navigate ...

Neles Easyflow™ – the best things in life should be easy

Neles Easyflow™ makes it easy to configure and integrate flow control solutions with a one-stop shop approach backed up by trusted quality and global ...

Improved H2 purification and recovery with UOP Polybed™ pressure swing adsorption

Pressure Swing Adsorption (PSA) is the industry standard for H2 purification and long-term, reliable recovery. Honeywell UOP’s PSA technology is relied ...

Boosting refinery margins through blend optimisation and loss control

In the current fast-paced and cost-sensitive refinery environment, enhancing margins is no longer just a competitive advantage, it’s essential for survival. ...

Advanced analytical measurement techniques for emerging feedstocks

Can sustainability and profitability go hand in hand? Join us for an insightful webinar that explores how advanced analytical measurement techniques can ...

Electrification of process heating to reduce CO2 emissions: environmental and economic benefits

As industries worldwide confront ambitious climate goals, electrification has become a vital strategy for reducing emissions and advancing sustainability. ...

Driving process optimization and reduced downtime with advanced level measurement

Your processes demand precise level controls, avoiding the negative impact of losing real liquid or slurry levels. Accurate and consistent measurements ...

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 ...

Tracerco Radiation Monitors

Listen to our podcast as we discuss how our lightweight and easy-to-use radiation monitors provide a solution for every radiation monitoring and management ...

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 ...

Autoclave lining repair at a copper facility

In this audio case study, we discuss the application of Weld Metal Overlay in an African copper facility, detailing its impact on reducing corrosion, minimizing ...

SS chloride stress corrosion cracking in critical process assets

In this episode of the Efficiency and Reliability Podcast, we delve into how, in 2013, IGS was assigned a significant task: addressing Corrosion Under ...

Propylene Oxide

Application Development Engineer Maria-Katharina Mokosch is joined by Application Manager Karen Gargallo and Global Business Development Manager Stephen ...

Cleaning fouled convection tubes at a US methanol plant

In this episode, we cover a recent project at a methanol plant in the US where fouling in the primary reformer convection section reduced efficiency. We ...