Hydroprocessing/FCC synergy
- Akzo Nobel Chemicals Inc., Houston, TX (United States)
A new processing technology is now available to improve refinery operating margins called hydroprocessing/FCC (HPC/FCC) synergy. The concept of HPC/FCC synergy is discussed here in generic terms. General discussions on catalyst selection and unit operating philosophies provide basic details involved with the synergy process. Obviously, the application of HPC/FCC synergy will be refinery specific, and even then, will change over time. Calculating unit operating margins on the difference between FCC final product value and pretreater and FCC operating costs highlights the new technology`s enhanced profitability. The synergy connectiveness is made through the hydrocarbon flow and properties. Selecting the proper conditions and catalysts to complement units` performance is the technical key. Commitments and efforts in implementing this strategy are not worthwhile unless benefits are completely understood. The primary benefit is increased profits from operations. This benefit will result from changes in three areas: technical, economic, and business structure. The paper discusses these three areas, the requirements for synergy, including computer models, pilot plant, synergy philosophy, synergy strategy, and costs and manpower.
- OSTI ID:
- 382948
- Journal Information:
- Hydrocarbon Processing, Vol. 75, Issue 8; Other Information: PBD: Aug 1996
- Country of Publication:
- United States
- Language:
- English
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