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BERC re-refining process: an engineering evaluation. Final report

Technical Report ·
OSTI ID:6457795

The budget estimate for the design and construction of a used lube oil re-refining plant using the BERC process is contained in this report. Based upon current economic conditions, the following would apply for a 10-million-gallon-per-year plant: the total capital requirements would be approximately $3 million. The total manufacturing cost would be $0.42 per gallon. The cash flow return on investment before taxes would be approximately 58%.

Research Organization:
Benham-Blair-Holway and Spragins, Tulsa, OK (USA)
DOE Contract Number:
EY-77-C-02-4343
OSTI ID:
6457795
Report Number(s):
BETC/RI-79/1
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English