Metrology Tools Applied to Maintenance and Repair Processes
Mechanical Integrity
Moderator:
Bill Clark, Phillips 66
Presenter:
Clayton Daigle, Phillips 66
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Moderator:
Bill Clark, Phillips 66
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Clayton Daigle, Phillips 66
Hydroprocessing Shutdown Optimization and Passivation Integration
Hydroprocessing
Gain valuable insights into the best practices for shutting down hydrotreaters. Discover innovative chemical technologies that streamline maintenance steps and significantly reduce downtime. Attendees will learn how to enhance efficiency in reactor shutdown procedures, improve safety, and minimize both mechanical workload and unit downtime.
Moderator:
Montri Vichailak, Marathon Petroleum Corporation
Speakers:
Breanna Busker, Refined Technologies, Inc.
Karly Moore, PBF Energy Inc.
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Acid Runaway (HF and Sulfuric Acid)
Alkylation
In this session we will discuss symptoms, causes, and consequences of an Acid Runaway in an Alkylation Unit and how to recognize and respond to an acid runaway. This track will also discuss lessons learned from acid runaway incidents across the industry.
Participants will: Gain an understanding of what’s an acid runaway, Develop acid runaway monitoring parameters, Develop acid runaway response guidance.
Moderator:
Wade Hollman, Phillips 66
Presenters:
Wade Hollman, Phillips 66
Liza Pacheco, Marathon Petroleum Corporation
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Fired Heater Flooding
Lessons Learned
Fired Heater Flooding incidents continue to occur. Flooding is a term used to indicate operation of a fuel rich condition, resulting in unburned fuel or combustibles in the firebox and/or flue gas. This presentation will touch on causes, indications and provide response examples and possible prevention of fired heater flooding operation.
Moderator:
Sam Lordo, Becht
Speakers:
Jose Corcega, John Zink
Bill Weimer, John Zink
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Lunch in the HUB
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SAF Operations – Early Learnings, Challenges and Opportunities
Sustainability, Gasoline Processes
Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) represents a significant breakthrough in the quest for greener aviation. This presentation delves into the operational challenges around SAF production and how the supply chain had to adapt accordingly. SAF producers will lead the discussion sharing their lessons learned and solutions to the challenges they encountered as they embarked on their SAF production journey. The presentation will also address the critical aspects of distribution and supply chain management. Efficiently managing the supply chain is essential for ensuring the widespread availability and adoption of SAF. We will discuss logistics, storage, and transportation challenges, along with strategies to optimize the distribution network and integrate SAF into existing fuel infrastructures.
Moderator:
Eric Legare, Chevron U.S.A. Inc.
Speakers:
Ramin Abhari, Chevron Renewable Energy Group
Daniel Carlson, Calumet Specialty Products
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Applying Mechanical Integrity Programs to Rotating Equipment
Mechanical Integrity
This session will highlight Phillips 66’s focus on the need to go beyond the vibration signature and understand the root cause of the component failure. We will also discuss leveraging new technologies like machine learning and artificial intelligence to prevent inherent issues.
See related presentations on MI on the AFPM Safety Portal at https://safetyportal.afpm.org/
Moderator:
Bill Clark, Phillips 66
Presenter:
Carlos Acosta, Phillips 66
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Prevention and Mitigation of Pyrophoric Fires Townhall
Crude, Coking
Pyrophoric materials pose significant safety risks during unit shutdown and maintenance activities, and pyrophoric incidents continue to occur across the refining industry. Effective strategies for prevention and mitigation of pyrophoric activity are critical aspects of turnaround planning and execution. This presentation will explore the underlying mechanisms of pyrophoricity and discuss best practices for managing pyrophoric risk, including chemical treatment, engineering, and procedural solutions. Additionally, the presentation will dig into a real industry incident that occurred in 2017, the root causes and the steps taken in the past seven years to prevent recurrence. By providing a comprehensive overview of pyrophoric activity prevention strategies, this session aims to equip refining professionals with the knowledge and tools to mitigate safety hazards and enhance operational integrity in high-risk environments.
Moderators:
Diana Cheek, Chevron U.S.A. Inc.
Katie Marshall, Refined Technologies, Inc.
Presenters:
Diana Cheek, Chevron U.S.A. Inc.
Katie Marshall, Refined Technologies, Inc.
Dan Wood, HF Sinclair
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Hydroprocessing Feed Flexibility
Hydroprocessing
Are you a professional in hydroprocessing looking to enhance your understanding of feed flexibility? Don't miss this unique opportunity to gain valuable insights and practical knowledge at our upcoming townhall session. Hear from seasoned refiners as they share their firsthand experiences with feed flexibility challenges. Learn about the problems they encountered and the solutions they implemented. Engage with leading technology providers who will discuss innovative approaches to managing feed flexibility concerns. Discover how cutting-edge technologies can help you navigate feed changes effectively. Learn how to assess and evaluate feed changes to optimize your hydroprocessing units. Gain access to best practices and actionable takeaways that you can apply in your own operations.
Moderator:
Derek Blackwell, Chevron Products Company
Speakers:
Oscar Brown, Valero Energy Corporation
Anthony Galando, Chevron Lummus Global
Jacob Lundmark, Flint Hills Resources, LLC
Krishnan Vaidyanathan, Honeywell UOP
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Breakthrough Research Leads to Major FCC Catalyst Iron Tolerance Advancements
FCC
This session will focus on the increasing challenges posed by iron contamination of FCC catalysts and the latest industry efforts to better understand and mitigate iron contamination mechanisms. More specifically, this session will focus on recent advancements in laboratory testing and FCC catalysts and additives to help overcome iron contamination. Attendees will come away with a fundamental understanding of the key principles and latest solutions available to handle the widespread presence of iron in FCC feedstocks.
Moderator:
Andrew Mezera, Valero Energy Corporation
Presenters:
Jeremy Mayol, Johnson Matthey
Shankhamala Kundu, W.R. Grace & Co.
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