Process Troubleshooting in Petroleum Refineries

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Course Objectives

• Develop a structured approach to troubleshooting & problem solving in Petroleum refinery process
• Point the way to continuous improvement in the way you run your process & make incremental efficiency gains in petroleum refineries processes
• Understand work practices which Allan success in troubleshooting & problem solving

Course Modules

Module 1: Tools & Techniques – Practical Experience

• Problem Analysis
• Practical use of Tools & Techniques
• Project Selection Methods
• Case Studies

Module 2: Troubleshooting in Separation Towers

• Tower performance & Troubleshooting
• Flooding
• Instability of Towers
• Entrainments
• Tower Service & Maintenance

Module 3: Troubleshooting in Centrifugal Pumps

• Pump characteristics, Function, Types & Performance
• Operating method & safety
• Process control & instrumentation

Module 4: Process Troubleshooting in Heat Exchangers & Fired Heaters

• Waste heat Recovery
• Factory of design & operations
• Optimum Operating Conditions
• Service & maintenance

Module 5: Corrosion Control Methods in Petroleum Refineries

• Types of Corrosion
• Methods of Corrosion protection
• Cathodic Protection
• Corrosion Inhibitors
• Material Selection
• Work – Shop

Target Audience     

Chemical & petroleum Engineers, Project Engineers, Senior Operators, Maintenance & Inspection Supervisors and Process Engineering Personel