Hydrotreating & Hydrocracking Process Technology & Troubleshooting

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The primary objective of this training program is to provide participants with a deep understanding of the mass, hydrogen, and energy balances essential to refining processes. Participants will gain in-depth knowledge of state-of-the-art material and energy integration, evaluate various flow schemes for hydrotreating and hydrocracking, and learn to manipulate process design and operation variables for optimized hydrogen conversion. Furthermore, the course covers the chemistry, kinetics, and function of catalysts, alongside environmental considerations for upgraded fuel production.

The program is specifically designed for a broad range of professionals within the petroleum and refining industries.

The training is structured into five distinct modules, covering everything from fundamental principles to advanced processing techniques in hydrotreating and hydrocracking.

This introductory module establishes the groundwork by focusing on the fundamentals of mass, hydrogen, and energy balance within refineries. It explores the state-of-the-art in material and energy integration and provides a comprehensive overview of petroleum refinery processing, specifically downstream crude oil refining. Key topics include product specifications, characteristics, and various process design and heat integration schemes, alongside critical environmental and economic considerations.

The hydrotreating section is divided into fundamental and advanced components. The fundamental portion introduces hydro-conversion processes, hydrogen sources, and process flow schemes. It delves into the chemistry, kinetics, and catalysts involved, as well as the operating conditions and design considerations necessary for effective hydrotreating. The advanced component focuses on reactor design and specific applications, such as the desulphurization of naphtha, middle distillates, gas oil, and atmospheric residues.

The hydrocracking modules cover both basic principles and advanced applications. The principles module discusses feedstocks, products, and the specific chemistry and kinetics of hydrocracking. It also covers catalyst deactivation and regeneration, as well as the variables that influence product quality and yields. The advanced processing module explores two-stage hydrocracking technology, hydrogen balance and management, and the scope for process integration improvements, including steam/methane reforming.