http://www.hydrocarbonprocessing.com Hydrocarbon Processing HP People http://web1v10.hydrocarbonprocessing.com/magazine/2025/may-2025/trends-and-resources/hp-people/ GTC Vorro Technology appoints Yao-Jyh Robert Huang as President of Asia Operations Overview on low-density polyethylene manufacturing technologies http://web1v10.hydrocarbonprocessing.com/magazine/2025/may-2025/petrochemical-technologies/overview-on-low-density-polyethylene-manufacturing-technologies/ This article provides an overview of low-density polyethylene manufacturing technologies. Proven methods to lower costs and boost safety in gas distribution operations http://web1v10.hydrocarbonprocessing.com/magazine/2025/may-2025/process-optimization/proven-methods-to-lower-costs-and-boost-safety-in-gas-distribution-operations/ Gas distribution systems exist in a multitude of applications, including laboratories, test centers and industrial sites. A crucial element of proper system function is ensuring gases are transported safely, keeping critical processes in place.  Emulsion breaker increases refinery profitability and treating performance http://web1v10.hydrocarbonprocessing.com/magazine/2025/may-2025/process-optimization/emulsion-breaker-increases-refinery-profitability-and-treating-performance/ This article details a novel emulsion breaker that was used at Reliance Industries Ltd.'s Jamnagar refinery in India. Overcome cost and infrastructure barriers to implementing direct-air carbon capture in refining operations http://web1v10.hydrocarbonprocessing.com/magazine/2025/may-2025/carbon-captureco2-mitigation/overcome-cost-and-infrastructure-barriers-to-implementing-direct-air-carbon-capture-in-refining-operations/ This article explores the key cost and infrastructure barriers to implementing direct-air carbon capture (DACC) systems in refining operations and outlines actionable steps to overcome them. Process safety management in transfer and stockpiling operations—Part 1 http://web1v10.hydrocarbonprocessing.com/magazine/2025/may-2025/environment-and-safety/process-safety-management-in-transfer-and-stockpiling-operations-part-1/ The stockpiling of assets requires a significant amount of energy that can be stored in tanks and pipes. Because of this, the most adverse scenarios related to process safety can occur in the transfer and stockpiling areas.  How to make your first $100 MM with digitalization http://web1v10.hydrocarbonprocessing.com/magazine/2025/may-2025/process-controls-instrumentation-and-automation/how-to-make-your-first-100-mm-with-digitalization/ Digital transformation in the oil and gas industry has spurred a lot of interest from industry professionals over the last decade. However, the implementation of many of these projects has failed to impact the bottom lines of processing plants. While these projects may deliver technological integrations and flashy dashboards, the expected value from these projects may be missing. While this article will not explore the reasons for that, it will define a solid methodology to deliver value constantly.   Greener cleaning solutions in oil and gas: A game changer for sustainability and efficiency http://web1v10.hydrocarbonprocessing.com/magazine/2025/may-2025/heat-exchangemanagement/greener-cleaning-solutions-in-oil-and-gas-a-game-changer-for-sustainability-and-efficiency/ Cleaning and maintaining system components and equipment—such as heat exchangers—can consume significant time and resources. Conventional methods rely heavily on harsh, environmentally harmful agents. This article explores an innovative cleaning solution that offers faster, more-effective cleaning with wide-ranging environmental and operational benefits.  Enhance rotating equipment reliability: Implementing a bad actor program in the oil and gas industry http://web1v10.hydrocarbonprocessing.com/magazine/2025/may-2025/valves-pumps-compressors-and-turbomachinery/enhance-rotating-equipment-reliability-implementing-a-bad-actor-program-in-the-oil-and-gas-industry/ Bad actor programs—a process for identifying and addressing assets that are causing problems in a system—play a critical role in enhancing equipment reliability and optimizing maintenance costs within industrial plants. This article explores the implementation of such a program at Saudi Aramco’s Yanbu natural gas liquids Fractionation Department, focusing on rotating equipment such as pumps, compressors, turbines and motors.