Process Optimization

Drop-in solutions and digital catalyst insights to enhance the profitability and sustainability of syngas plants

This article details the advancements in the authors’ company’s plus catalyst series of syngas catalysts that improve efficiency, sustainability and profitability in ammonia, methanol and hydrogen production.

Unlock dewaxing performance with a selective dewaxing catalyst in fossil and renewable fuels service

To address various challenges, the authors’ company has developed a selective dewaxing catalyst suitable for fossil feeds, co-processing and 100% renewable services. This article details this novel technology.

Boosting butylenes production from an FCCU through an HBC catalyst technology

Based on the generation and conversion mechanism of butylenes during the FCC process, this article details the design, development and commercial trials of the latest high-butylenes selectivity catalysts (HBC) series catalysts boosting butylenes without compromising gasoline yield. Its potential to increase butylenes has been confirmed through laboratory evaluation and commercial trial results. 

How leading refineries achieve operational excellence

Although cost cutting provides short-term financial benefits, it does not improve anything operationally in a plant. The reality is that most companies have already pushed such programs to their practical limits. So, what is left? The alternative approach is improving performance through operational excellence. This article will unpack this approach with examples of how producers have benefitted from it.

Making green refineries greener through innovative H₂S recycling

This article details a process that ensures efficient gas treatment, compliance with environmental standards, and the optimal use of chemicals and resources. 

RFCCU revamp to improve main fractionator gascon column performance and minimize propylene losses to refinery offgas

This article will discuss the critical parameters that could potentially affect the performance of a residue fluid catalytic cracking plant’s main fractionator and gas concentration (gascon) section columns. It will also elaborate on how the systematic troubleshooting methodology helped to solve the problems and improve column performance. 

Ameliorate furnace efficiency

CLG and INA successfully produce SAF from biogenic feedstock

Chevron Lummus Global (CLG) announced a successful commercial test for co-processing biogenic feedstocks and fossil feedstocks at INA Group's Rijeka Refinery in Croatia.

HAMR Energy announces plans for Australia’s first major methanol-to-jet fuel facility

HAMR Energy announced plans to develop a $700-MM to $800-MM sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) production facility, after completing a successful feasibility study.

UTEP researchers boost microalgae biofuel yields with nanotechnology

Researchers at The University of Texas at El Paso (U.S.) have demonstrated how nanotechnology can significantly improve biofuel production from microalgae, offering a sustainable path forward.