Environment & Safety
Optimizing O2 levels in fired heaters
Here's the procedure this plant used to reduce fuel consumption and emissions
HP Automation Safety: Who or what is TÜV?
As most individuals involved with automation/ safety systems, I have a few questions: Who is TÜV? What does this name mean? Why is TÜV mostly associated with functional safety certificates f..
A potted history of boutique diesels in Europe
The story of Europe's boutique diesel market begins back in the 1970s and in the frozen north. The fact that Europe is cold up there means that there could never be just one diesel grade. The challeng..
Roadmap for Mexico's clean fuels program
Ultra-low-sulfur gasoline and diesel are expected to be available by early 2009. Here's a look at investment requirements
Optimize glycol production from biomass
A novel glycol production method provides a way to use glycerol – the unwanted byproduct from biodiesel processing
Viewpoint: A new refinery must be part of the US energy solution
He shares his view on energy and transportation fuels supply with HP.
What are the experiences gained from clean fuels projects?
Early implementation of low-sulfur gasoline and diesel have yielded useful information for the next wave of projects in Europe
Apply a comprehensive approach to biofuels
New technologies can be integrated within an existing refinery to cost-effectively blend next-generation transportation fuels
New methods upgrade refinery residuals into lighter products
Gasification of bottom-of-the-barrel byproducts can provide operating flexibility due to tighter fuel oil specifications
Control sulfur levels in FCC products
To meet tighter performance standards will include innovative sulfur removal technologies as part of the refining scheme

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