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The FCC is a flexible machine which is adapting to fulfill the premium gasoline incentive across the USA. This session will discuss how Marathon is enhancing their FCC operations through operational adjustments and advances in catalysis to achieve optimal downstream Alkylation performance. It will also provide an overview of how maximizing alkylate feed, reducing LPG saturates, and optimizing the C4=/C3= ratio from FCC boost the alkylate octane contribution to the refinery gasoline pool.
Join our session to learn about hydrocracker basics. We will discuss how different catalytic solutions can be utilized to generate the most desired products. We will then discuss how APC can further improve hydrocracker economics by utilizing assumed product values while pushing unit parameters to increase profitability.
Moderator:
Michael Mitzner, Axens North America
Speakers:
Vidyashankar Kuppuraj, Marathon Petroleum Corporation
Chad Perrott, Axens North America
Rajan Rathinasabapathy, Marathon Petroleum Corporation
For many facilities, cyclic reformers play a pivotal role in refining operations, offering flexibility in upgrading naphtha into high-octane reformate and a continuous source of hydrogen. While cyclic reformers offer a distinct advantage over semi-regen reformers with regards to turnaround timing, this comes at a cost. This presentation tackles key operational challenges and reliability issues, such as iron contamination, ammonium chloride fouling, on-oil exotherms, reactor hot spots, regeneration section corrosion and the functionality of motor-operated valve (MOV) interlocks.
By providing a comprehensive approach to enhancing cyclic reformer reliability, this presentation reinforces the importance of proactive maintenance, process optimization, and robust safety measures. These strategies provide crucial insights to aid operators in maximizing unit performance while minimizing operational risks.