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.

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.

Air Separation Units

In this episode our experts focus on cryogenic air separation unit (ASU) processes, looking at the best ways to produce high-purity oxygen, nitrogen, and argon products.

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.

How refinery laboratories are benefiting from using OptiMVD, by Michael Rankin

In this episode, Michael Rankin, the Eastern Gulf Coast Sales Representative for PAC, discusses some of the challenges refinery laboratories have faced over the years, and how the OptiMVD has been the solution to many of those challenges.

Introducing PACe: Our New Digital Ecosystem

Hakan Turan, PAC's Digital Portfolio Product Manager, introduces PACe - a fully integrated digital ecosystem by PAC that empowers our customers with enhanced insights and operational efficiencies.

Successful revamp of a 40-year-old steam-methane reformer furnace

This episode examines a successful application of Cetek high emissivity coating to the radiant section of an SMR reformer which was experiencing excessive fuel firing.

How to address scaling and efficiency challenges in an aromatics plant

Learn how an aromatics plant tackled severe scaling and efficiency losses in its fired heaters. Discover the impact of oxidation on radiant tubes and the steps taken to improve performance and extend equipment life.

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, ...

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.

HVTS® protects critical refinery assets saving 10 - 12 days of TA time

In this episode of the Efficiency and Reliability Podcast, we dive into a Q4 2024 refinery turnaround in Saudi Arabia, where HVTS® technology helped overcome severe corrosion challenges, saving 10–12 days of turnaround time and providing a more cost-effective, long-term solution compared ...

Overcoming severe refractory failure in a Saudi Arabian refinery

Today, we'll delve into the case study of how IGS significantly helped improve the operational efficiency of a Saudi Arabian Refinery by addressing a critical refractory failure. Our focus today centers on the innovative Hot-Tek Refractory repair services, implemented while the unit was ...

How a metallurgy upgrade restored a fractionation column

This case study highlights how a cost-effective and time-saving solution was used to protect a fractionation column, restoring it to service without the need for a new column.