BASF Corporation, Catalysts Division
Blasch Split Flow, 2 Zone Furnace
UniSim® design suite hydroprocessing reactors
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Protecting your hydroprocessing reactor
Owners and operators respect a hydroprocessing reactor’s minimum pressurisation temperature but can fail to understand factors other than the temper ...
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Remote management of hydrogen production
Remote monitoring and control can improve safety, detect problems early, and promote efficient operations through modelling and analysis of hydrogen p ...
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Reducing reactor turnaround time
A refinery uses catalyst passivation technology for safer and more efficient turnarounds.
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Rare earths weaponised: the impact on FCC units from an escalation in global trade tensions (ERTC)
Most refiners with FCC units do not need to be reminded of the chaos and financial pain resulting from the monumental 30-fold increase in rare earth metal ...
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Computational fluid dynamic modelling of refinery combustion processes
Computational Fluid Dynamic (CFD) modelling has been widely used for a relatively short period in the refining and petrochemical industries for modelling ...
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Dynamics of operation for flare systems
Detailed studies of problems with flaring performance led a refinery to define and implement a scheme for optimum flare performance
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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.
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Managing fouling in refinery networks
Modelling heat exchanger and other networks enables the use of dynamic fouling models in performance assessment and predictive studies
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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 ...
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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 ...
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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 ...
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Sour water strippers: design and operation
Simpler, more cost-effective sour water stripper designs can outperform more generally accepted designs in the refining industry
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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 ...
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Managing fouling in refinery networks
Modelling heat exchanger and other networks enables the use of dynamic fouling models in performance assessment and predictive studies
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Experimental phase balance assessment for duplex stainless steel welded pipe
This paper discusses the assessment of weld metal ferrite content in duplex stainless steel pipe welded at a 45˚angle
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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 ...
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Delek brings refineries into synchronised digital maturity
Since the company was founded in the early 2000s, the business strategy at Delek US Holdings, Inc. has focused on rapid growth through acquisition of downstream ...
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Computation of heat conduction in welding of thick wall reactor vessels
The welding of reactors in refinery is complex due to various phase formation during and after welding. Each phase was unique with success of welding lies ...
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Fresh look at accelerating electrification and the role that thermal plays
(White Paper) - The goals of the 2015 Paris Agreement are now playing out, with companies and governments making drastic changes to hit its ambitious targets. ...
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Discovering hydrocracking units potential with pretreat and tailored hydrocracking catalysts
(White Paper) - A refiner uses pretreat and hydrocracking catalyst to maximise heavy naphtha, kerosene, and diesel production with improved product properties. ...
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Predicting process performance through an online platform
(White Paper) - Digitalisation has potential benefits across the oil and gas value chain. The InFocus™ Online Platform allows ExxonMobil Catalyst and ...
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Isomalk-3 and Isomalk-3R in production of light paraffin hydrocarbons
One of the main trends in the oil refining and petrochemical world market in recent years has become an increase in the environmental friendliness of high-octane ...
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Renewable Identification Numbers (RINs) and refining profitability
Renewable Identification Numbers (rins) are credits used to certify compliance with the Renewable Fuel Standard which requires certain minimum volumes ...
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Improve profit with augmented digital twins
Artificial intelligence and machine learning deliver greater, more sustainable value from simulation models.
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Fresh look at accelerating electrification and the role that thermal plays
(White Paper) - The goals of the 2015 Paris Agreement are now playing out, with companies and governments making drastic changes to hit its ambitious targets. ...
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Discovering hydrocracking units potential with pretreat and tailored hydrocracking catalysts
(White Paper) - A refiner uses pretreat and hydrocracking catalyst to maximise heavy naphtha, kerosene, and diesel production with improved product properties. ...
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Predicting process performance through an online platform
(White Paper) - Digitalisation has potential benefits across the oil and gas value chain. The InFocus™ Online Platform allows ExxonMobil Catalyst and ...
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Steam Cracker recycle processing and product upgrade options
(Weninar) - LPG and light naphtha generated in a refinery complex (from both straight-run and conversion units) are sent to the ethylene cracker as feedstock. ...
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Advances in benzene derivatives production
(Webinar) - Xylene and ethylbenzene are important benzene derivatives. In this presentation, you will learn about recent advances in the production process ...
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Axens’ Connect’In® offer for biomethane producers via its partner Arol Energy
Axens and Arol Energy have signed a license agreement for Axens' Connect’In® technology.This service offer will now be proposed by Arol Energy to its ...
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Honeywell and Preem conduct trial to produce renewable fuel
Honeywell announced today the completion of a commercial refinery trial with Preem AB for co-processing of biomass-based pyrolysis oil in a fluidized catalytic ...
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Chevron accelerates lower carbon ambitions
During its Energy Transition Spotlight, Chevron Corporation announced plans to invest more capital to grow lower carbon energy businesses. “Chevron ...
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TotalEnergies and Air Liquide to develop low-carbon hydrogen production in Normandy
TotalEnergies and Air Liquide are joining forces to decarbonize hydrogen production at TotalEnergies’ Normandy platform in France. This project will ...
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Axens’ Connect’In® offer for biomethane producers via its partner Arol Energy
Axens and Arol Energy have signed a license agreement for Axens' Connect’In® technology.This service offer will now be proposed by Arol Energy to its ...
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Arbor Renewable Gas chooses Topsoe’s TIGAS™ technology for renewable gasoline
“We are proud that Arbor Gas has chosen our technology for this truly innovative project to decarbonize transportation fuels. By contributing with our ...
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Indian Oil Corporation selects CLG technology for its Gujarat refinery
Chevron Lummus Global, today announced that it has been awarded a contract by Indian Oil Corporation Ltd.'s Gujarat refinery for a new 270 KTPA catalytic ...
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PKN ORLEN selects KBR for plastics recycling projects
KBR announced today that it has been awarded a feasibility study contract by PKN ORLEN to evaluate plastics recycling projects in Central Europe utilizing ...
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Calumet chooses Haldor Topsoe for renewable diesel project in Pacific Northwest
“We are excited to support Calumet as they transition to the production of renewable fuels for the North American markets. Our HydroFlexTM solution is ...
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Shell Catalysts & Technologies (SC&T) has successfully commercialized OparisNext, their latest generation catalyst, at Ningbo Zhongjin PetroChemical ...
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Steam Cracker recycle processing and product upgrade options
(Weninar) - LPG and light naphtha generated in a refinery complex (from both straight-run and conversion units) are sent to the ethylene cracker as feedstock. ...
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Advances in benzene derivatives production
(Webinar) - Xylene and ethylbenzene are important benzene derivatives. In this presentation, you will learn about recent advances in the production process ...
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Honeywell and Preem conduct trial to produce renewable fuel
Honeywell announced today the completion of a commercial refinery trial with Preem AB for co-processing of biomass-based pyrolysis oil in a fluidized catalytic ...
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Chevron accelerates lower carbon ambitions
During its Energy Transition Spotlight, Chevron Corporation announced plans to invest more capital to grow lower carbon energy businesses. “Chevron ...
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TotalEnergies and Air Liquide to develop low-carbon hydrogen production in Normandy
TotalEnergies and Air Liquide are joining forces to decarbonize hydrogen production at TotalEnergies’ Normandy platform in France. This project will ...
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Kinder Morgan and Neste partner on major renewable fuels logistics project
Kinder Morgan Inc, one of North America’s largest energy infrastructure companies, is partnering with Neste, one of the leading providers of renewable ...
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Lummus Technology launches next generation of FCC feed injectors
Lummus Technology announced the launch of its Micro-JetTM Flex feed injectors, a new technological upgrade for fluid catalytic cracking (FCC) systems. ...
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EMRD™ renewable diesel process technology from ExxonMobil
ExxonMobil Catalysts and Licensing LLC has introduced ExxonMobil Renewable Diesel process technology to help meet the evolving needs for mobility, while ...
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KBC releases Multiflash® 7.2 PVT
KBC (A Yokogawa Company) announces the release of Multiflash® 7.2 PVT and fluid physical properties software used in the energy and chemical industries ...
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Repsol, Axens, and IFPEN develop a new process to boost circular materials production
Repsol, Axens, a worldwide technology provider and IFPEN, the renowned French research and innovation player in the field of energy, have developed a pioneering ...
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Honeywell announces the addition of Operator Advisor to its Experion® HALO suite
Honeywell announced today the addition of Operator Advisor to its Experion® Highly Augmented Lookahead Operations (HALO) suite. This powerful software ...
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Neles launches versatile butterfly valve range for superior process performance
Neles is introducing a new versatile butterfly valve product range that enables easy valve configuration for an extensive range of applications in all ...
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Improve contaminant metals flushing with TITAN™
The escalating price of rare earth in fluid cracking catalyst sparked increased demand from refiners for equilibrium catalyst (Ecat) as a means to control ...
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Sub-ppm chloride monitoring of hydrocarbons
Corrosion at petroleum refineries is a critical problem all over the world. In the United States alone, NACE International, a professional association ...
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Recovering PGMs and other precious metals from spent hydrocarbon and chemical processing catalysts.
We’ll work together to maximize your returns, lower your costs, increase your profits, and assure your peace of mind. Sabin Metal refines spent catalysts ...
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Isomalk-2 - A low-temperature light naphtha isomerization process
Isomalk-2 is a low-temperature isomerization technology that has been commercially proven in grassroots applications, revamps of semi-regenerative reforming ...
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Crystaphase, there is no magic behind reactor performance
It’s not magic. It’s science. Hydroprocessors know the wall that lies between them and peak reactor performance. Fouling, pressure drop, precipitation, ...
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Axens Symphony™ reforming catalysts
New Catalyst Family Better Serves Customer Needs. Symphony® is a harmonious orchestration of 100 years of cumulative reforming catalyst expertise scored ...
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Interview with Jean-Marc Sohier from Concawe
Jean-Marc Sohier, Science Director, Concawe spoke at ERTC 2019 in Warsaw about "Refinery 2050: A Conceptual Assessment": - How far away is ...
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Make Servomex your partner for a cleaner future
We are all increasingly conscious of our contribution towards greenhouse gas emissions. This awareness has led industrial operators around the globe to ...
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Europe's largest meeting place for downstream leaders is going virtual, 17 – 18 November 2020.
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Veolia Mobile Water Services Overview
Veolia Mobile Water Services offers a range of water services and solutions, 24-hours a day, 7-days a week, for emergencies, planned or multi-year water ...
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Shell Catalysts, Technologies and Services
Welcome to Shell Catalysts & Technologies – your single point of contact and integral partner in implementing technology, catalysts and service ...
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Multi-Year Mobile Water Services
Our Multi-Year service provides reliable, cost-effective and adaptable solutions to meet and exceed your longer term continuous needs for treated water, ...
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Deep catalytic cracking technology for maximizing the production of chemicals
Optimization of light olefins (including ethylene, propylene and butene) production has become one of the most competitive options for refiners in the ...
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Decarbonization with hydrogen solutions
Demand for hydrogen is expected to increase up to ten-fold by 2050 when multiple industry reports predict 8-24% of the world’s final energy demand will ...
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Enabling circularity via plastics chemical recycling
Chemical recycling of plastics is an emerging route to supplement mechanical recycling since polymers can be converted into monomer form. As opposed ...
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Best Practice: Screening and QC testing of petroleum products and fuels
Screening and quality control of petroleum products and fuels can be a tedious and expensive process when performed utilizing traditional methods. Near-Infrared ...
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Understanding alarm management standards
Alarms are an essential layer of protection, enabling industrial facilities to avoid abnormal situations that may put people, the environment, and profits ...
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How to maintain production without your water treatment plant
This webinar reaches out to downstream plant managers, facing an increasing challenge from their ageing assets including water treatment plants. Ageing ...
