Refining Pit Stop: Recent Episodes
DuPont Clean Technologies
Refining Pit Stop, your monthly tune-up with refining experts, is a podcast providing insights for the oil refining industry professional, focusing on key refining technologies to include sulfuric acid alkylation, sulfuric acid regeneration, wet scrubbing and hydroprocessing.
Each month, DuPont Clean Technologies refining experts will broadcast an informal and informative podcast on a specific topic relevant to today’s refinery personnel. Topics range from unit operations and troubleshooting to compliance and the latest innovations.
Keep Your STRATCO® Contactor™ Reactors Running Smoothly.
Join us for an engaging discussion on our Gen.2, Gen.3 and Gen.4 seal designs for both dual- and single-shaft hydraulic head configurations. We’ll also cover operational best practices for a Plan 32 Flush and a Plan 53A Support System.
How to get the most out of your existing alkylation equipment.
A clean engine leads to better performance, both on the race track and at your plant. Join us as Randy Peterson discusses how to keep your existing equipment clean and running smoothly. Topics will include caustic/water wash, acid/alkaline wash, alumina treating and coalescing-only.
Don’t let dirty air slow you down!
Third Stage Separators have traditionally been used for turbo expander production, but they are also used for meeting stringent FCCU particulate stack emissions requirements. We will explore why Third Stage Separators are used and take a closer look at the Shell Third Stage Separator technology offered by Belco Technologies Corporation.
Refiners around the world have seen a tough year as the pandemic virtually halted gasoline demand in 2020. What's in store for refiners as we move into the post-COVID era? Which finished products will be in the highest demand and in what regions of the world? Learn the answers to these questions and more as we chat with the global consultancy experts at Stratas Advisors. Fill up your tanks and get ready to go boldly into the future!
Guarantee a win with DynaWave® wet gas scrubbing. No matter what kind of waste you are incinerating, when you need to treat hot dirty offgases containing acids and particulate matter, a DynaWave® wet gas scrubber just before the stack can guarantee emissions compliance. Join our experts to discover the features and benefits of this proven wet scrubbing technology.
Join us as we share real-life experiences from alkylation units processing high concentrations of propylene. We've seen operating differences around the globe and can help guide your journey as you navigate the hills and valleys associated with propylene alkylation.
Propylene Alkylation - Part 1
Sometimes the market calls for alkylation of different feedstocks than the norm. Propylene is one of those "other" olefins that can offer unique benefits to refiners, as well as unique challenges. Learn all about the alkylation of high concentrations of propylene, to include chemistry, reaction zone design solutions and product quality impacts. Just because you're driving a different race car doesn't mean you can't win the race!
Managing NOx from the FCCU with BELCO® scrubbing solutions.
FCCU NOx flue gas emissions can disqualify you from the race! NOx emissions can be managed in multiple ways. In this podcast, we’ll explore NOx emissions management options and the various advantages & disadvantages of each. Then, we’ll take a deep dive into controlling NOx emissions with BELCO® scrubbing, where NOx, SOx and particulate emissions are simultaneously controlled in a single upflow tower. Proven to be the best way to stay on course!
Tighten control on acid consumption in your STRATCO® alkylation unit using advanced process control.
Acid consumption is the most critical KPI in sulfuric acid alkylation unit economics. What if you had licensor expertise providing acid rate predictions directly to your DCS screen? Learn about common pitfalls in APC implementation and how STRATCO® has developed an APC solution that combines licensor know-how with site data. Get ready to lap the competition!
Move into the fast lane with IsoTherming® hydroprocessing technology!
Conventional trickle-bed hydroprocessing is well-known in the refining industry, but is there a more efficient and cost-effective way to do this? Yes, there is! In this podcast, learn all about the revolutionary liquid-full reactor employed in the IsoTherming® hydroprocessing technology and how you can transform your existing processes simply, efficiently and with lower CAPEX and OPEX than traditional processes. Time to move into the fast lane!
STRATCO® Contactor™ reactor reliability & planning strategies to minimize your time in the pit.
Grab your impact wrench! Learn how your peers are staying ahead in the race using creative strategies for Contactor™ reactor reliability & maintenance planning. Not only will you minimize downtime, you’ll maximize performance AND profits.
Tail gas treating that won’t let you down.
Upsets and emergencies in the refinery can sometimes lead to air pollution violations, but they don’t need to. A DynaWave® tail gas scrubber can ensure your operation remains in compliance despite upstream deviations from the norm. Don’t wave the yellow flag next time there is an upset! Stay on track.
Best practices for STRATCO® compressor & refrigeration operation.
A properly operating refrigeration system can breathe new life into your STRATCO® alkylation unit. We find that some refiners put this system on "autopilot" and forget about it. Understanding how this system works along with some fine tuning will have you driving the victory lap in no time!
Pros & cons of onsite and offsite regeneration of spent alkylation unit acid
When it comes to acid regeneration, there are many things to consider. Onsite or offsite? What kind of crude slates do you want to be able to process? Do you need more room in your SRU? What if you can't get the acid you need in time? Take the lead lap and learn how these considerations can have a big impact on your refinery.
FCCU flue gas wet scrubbing has never been so easy.
The FCCU is the heart of the refinery, but sometimes the BELCO® scrubber on the FCCU flue gas is not a focus. Some focused attention and understanding of this wet gas scrubbing process can improve overall operation and reliability. Don't get left in the dust! Learn about best practices from BELCO® experts.
Take alkylation unit performance to the next level to save even more $$$.
Ready to save even more? Process optimization and CAPEX solutions for your STRATCO® alkylation unit mean better, faster, more efficient operation. Got a need for speed at your plant? Join Randy Peterson for Part 2 of Saving Acid and learn how to stay ahead of the pack.
Fine-tune your pit crew to save $$$ in your alkylation unit.
Reducing acid consumption in the sulfuric acid alkylation unit can save your refinery a LOT of money every year...and it can be as simple as improving your lab techniques. In Part 1 of this two-part podcast, global alkylation industry expert Randy Peterson discusses "pit crew" best practices to keep your refinery at top performance.