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Industry Failure Databases Challanges and Impact on SIF
Industry Failure Databases Challanges Several industry failure databases compile failure records, estimate operational time, and…
February 6, 2025 0Failure Modes of SIF
Instrumentation equipment can fail in various ways, commonly referred to as “failure modes.” For example,…
February 3, 2025 0Crude Oil Types and Properties
Synthetic Crude Oil
Synthetic crude oil, also known as Syncrude, is a type of crude oil that is…
April 12, 2023 0Specifications of Russian Crude Oil URALS
URALS crude oil is a type of crude oil that is produced in Russia. It…
March 21, 2023 1 CommentRefinery Processes
Hydrocracking Process
Catalytic cracking of heavy hydrocarbons in the presence of hydrogen is known as hydrocracking. The…
February 13, 2025 0Amine Treatment Process: A Comprehensive Guide
The amine treating process is a crucial component of refining operations, specifically designed to remove…
February 13, 2025 0Hydro Processing
Slurry Phase Hydrocracking Process
A slurry phase reactor (SPR) is used in petroleum refineries for the hydroprocessing of feeds…
September 25, 2023 0History of Hydroprocessing
Hydrotreating and Hydrocracking are among the oldest catalytic processes used in petroleum refining. They were…
September 23, 2023 0Oil Refining General Topics
On Stream Factor for Process Plants
Meaning of “On-Stream Factor” for Process Plants The on-stream factor or on-stream time is a key…
January 15, 2025 0Key Terms Related to Petroleum Refinery Economics
A Comprehensive Guide to Petroleum Refinery Economics for Professionals The success of a refinery depends…
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