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Engineering & Design

Consider using flowsheet simulators for reactor system design

Jacobs: Zhang, A.

Rigorous simulation methods assist engineers to develop accurate material/ energy balances for hydrotreating operations

Consider the 'inside-out' approach to optimize distillation operations

Koch-Glitsch Canada LP, University of Calgary: Remesat, D.

Economic value can be obtained by involving heat exchanger and tower internal experts in the initial design development

Comparing historical and laser scan surveys to identify discrepancies

Quantapoint: Hoffman, E.  |  Persi, F. M.

Here's a straightforward technique that enables plant personnel to compare the two data-gathering methods and address variances

Estimate equilibrium flash vaporization curves accurately

Jordan Petroleum Refinery Co.: Dokhkan, A.

A computer program simplifies methods of true boiling point curves in design applications

Use micrographs to diagnose FCC operations

Wuhan Petrochemical Works: Liu, C.  |  Liu, J.  |  Shu, S.
Honeywell Co. Ltd.: Zhou, H. J.

New analytical methods explore processing problems at the catalyst particle level

Prevent system hydrate formation during sudden depressurization

Namvaran Management and Engineering: Asadi Zeydabadi, B.  |  Haghshenas, M.
Shiraz University: Moshfeghian, M.
Petrochemical Industries Design & Engineering Co., PIDEC: Roshani, S.

Using this technique can help size gas plant inhibitor packages

Optimize separation efficiency for multipass tray

Reliance Industries Ltd.: Jaguste, S. D.  |  Kelkar, J. V.

New calculation method provides better way to distribute flowpaths in distillation column

New approach to revamps

Aggreko: Denk
Flint Hills Resources, L.P.: Ockwig, J.

Case history of a delayed coking unit's main fractionator details a method that delivers a shorter schedule and lower cost, while retaining current best practices

Are resources at the ready to build the future LNG industry?

Transmar Consult Inc.: Chevriere, J. P.

Here are projections on likely market size and constraints facing the participants

Laser scanning solutions secure accurate dimensional data

Quantapoint: McGill, J.
Fluor Corp.: Clarke, R.  |  Griffin, V.

This engineering and construction planning tool can reduce schedules, overall costs and exposure to potentially hazardous onsite environments