Conversion of fixed-bed reformers to UOP CCR platforming technology

Conference · Sun Jan 01 04:00:00 EST 1989

OSTI ID:5238049

Golem, M W; Gilsdorf, N L; Felch, D E ^[1]

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1. UOP, Des Plaines, IL (US)

This paper focuses on conversion of fixed-bed catalytic reforming units to the UOP Platforming process with Continuous Catalyst Regeneration (CCR). Recent CCR Platforming developments improve the cost effectiveness of increasing the gasoline pool octane. The industry must respond to lead phase down and the reduction of gasoline pool RVP while facing an increase in demand for mid/premium gasoline grades. Developments in CCR Platforming technology since 1971 have steadily reduced the cost of octane production and have resulted in more attractive investment returns. The potential for conversion of older, higher pressure fixed-bed technology to CCR Platforming technology has become a reality for a number of refiners, converting at a fraction of the cost of a new unit. The yield benefits derived from lower pressure operation can result in an attractive payout for a conversion project.

• OSTI ID: 5238049
• Report Number(s): CONF-8903125--
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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02 PETROLEUM
020400* -- Petroleum-- Processing
ANTIKNOCK RATINGS
CATALYSTS
CATALYTIC CRACKING
CHEMICAL REACTIONS
CHEMICAL REACTORS
COST BENEFIT ANALYSIS
CRACKING
DECOMPOSITION
FUELS
GASOLINE
LIQUID FUELS
PACKED BED
PETROLEUM PRODUCTS
PRODUCTION
PYROLYSIS
REFORMER PROCESSES
REGENERATION
RETROFITTING
THERMOCHEMICAL PROCESSES