Moderator: Tommy Sessum, Chevron U.S.A. Inc. Speakers:
Justin Newton & Audra Higgins, Phillips 66 - Sweeny Refinery
David Coleman & Jerry Rodriguez, Valero Energy Corporation - McKee Refinery
Woodrow Henderson, Valero Energy Corporation - Three Rivers Refinery
Moderator: Tommy Sessum, Chevron U.S.A. Inc. Speakers:
Justin Newton & Audra Higgins, Phillips 66 - Sweeny Refinery
David Coleman & Jerry Rodriguez, Valero Energy Corporation - McKee Refinery
Woodrow Henderson, Valero Energy Corporation - Three Rivers Refinery
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The American Fuel & Petrochemical Manufacturers (AFPM) is proud to announce the winners of the 2023 Annual Safety Awards, considered the refining and petrochemical industries’ premier safety awards. They are part of a comprehensive program developed by the AFPM Safety and Health Committee to promote safe operations in our industries and recognize facilities that have outstanding occupational and process safety performance.
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The American Fuel & Petrochemical Manufacturers (AFPM) proudly recognizes the winners of the 2024 Annual Safety Awards—widely regarded as the premier safety honors in the refining and petrochemical industries. These awards are a cornerstone of AFPM's comprehensive safety program, developed by the Safety and Health Committee to advance good practices, ensure safe operations, and highlight facilities that demonstrate exceptional occupational and process safety performance.
Safety is the top priority for the refining and petrochemical industries. AFPM’s members are committed to maintaining strong safety records while continuously improving performance to protect their people, communities and the environment.
Nothing is more important to the refining and petrochemical industries than safety. AFPM’s member companies have strong safety records and consistently work to improve performance to take care of our people, communities and environment.
Collaboration is the cornerstone of progress, and when it comes to safety, working together is essential. At AFPM, we believe that sharing knowledge and best practices strengthens our industries and protects the workforce. That’s why we’re proud to participate in the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) National Safety Stand-Down to Prevent Falls, May 5 – 9, a dedicated week focused on raising awareness and improving workplace safety.
Operational case studies of DHT, GOHT, and NHT feed /effluent exchanger threats are presented with monitoring, reliability, and chemical addition strategies. Mitigating threats of feed side and effluent side fouling and corrosion over time also requires sustaining institutional knowledge through constant change of stream composition, temperatures, AND people. This presentation includes tips and tricks of templated calculations, use of Decision Support Tools, industry knowledge, vendor relationships and support, and cross-site sharing of findings.
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
Join our Q&A session on hydroprocessing technology, where questions will be addressed by Next-Gen Influencers. These emerging experts will provide insights and solutions, leveraging their fresh perspectives and innovative approaches. Engage with the future leaders of hydroprocessing and gain valuable knowledge from their expertise.
Panelists:
Nels Erickson, Flint Hills Resources, LLC
Megan Macciomei, Marathon Petroleum Corporation
Franz Petzold, Clariant Corporation
Matt Stephens, Valero Energy Corporation
Lan Truong, Axens North America
