Category: Oil Refining General Topics
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Olefins in Petroleum Refinery
Olefins, also called alkenes or alkynes are compounds made up of hydrogen and carbon that contains one or more pairs of carbon atoms linked by double or triple bonds. Olefins do...
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Water Gas Shift Reaction Applications
The water-gas shift reaction, also known as the carbon monoxide-water shift reaction, is a chemical reaction in which carbon monoxide and water react to form carbon dioxide and hydrogen. Water...
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Hydrogen Purification Processes in Petroleum Refinery
Owing to the implementation of strong environmental regulations, utilization of heavy crudes and upgrading the bottom of the barrel, the requirement for hydrotreatment in petroleum refineries is increasing day by...
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Crude Oil Refinery Supply Chain
The supply chain of crude oil from extraction to refining is a complex process involving multiple steps and stakeholders. It is important to note that the supply chain of crude...
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Petroleum Coke Types, Uses and Specifications
Petroleum coke, also known as petcoke is a byproduct of the refining process of crude oil. It is a carbon-rich solid material that is used for various industrial and commercial...
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Saudi Arabian Oil Company
Saudi Aramco is the state-owned oil company of Saudi Arabia. It is one of the largest oil companies in the world and is responsible for the exploration, production, and export...
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Types of Packings in Packed Distillation Column
A packed column is a type of distillation column that is filled with packing material. Packed columns are used for distillation, gas absorption, and liquid extraction. Packing in Packed columns...
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Types of Storage Tanks
A storage tank is a container for holding various liquids, chemicals, petroleum, petrochemical products and compressed gases. Storage tanks operate under no internal pressure, vacuum, or slight pressure. Storage tanks...
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Distillation and its Types
Distillation is the process of separating two or more components from a liquid mixture by using selective boiling and condensation or their relative volatility inside the distillation tower. Distillation may...