BERC re-refining process: comparison of hydrofinishing versus clay contacting

Technical Report · Sat Jul 01 04:00:00 EDT 1978

DOI:https://doi.org/10.2172/6743647· OSTI ID:6743647

Bigda, R J

A comparison between the two possible lube finishing steps, clay contacting or hydrofinishing is presented. It is concluded that the costs of production of either finishing step are nearly the same--about 40 cent per gallon. Variables such as clay and hydrogen costs and waste clay disposal costs are determining factors. Capital costs for a BERC unit with clay contacting is about $100,000, or 3% cheaper. More highly skilled labor is required for the high pressure hydrofinishing step. The options presented will aid the re-refiners in designing a new facility.

• Research Organization: Bigda (Richard J.) and Associates, Tulsa, OK (USA)
• DOE Contract Number: EY-77-X-19-0237
• OSTI ID: 6743647
• Report Number(s): BERC/RI-78-11
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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