Products and Services : Operations Support
We provide the following technical services to the refining and allied industries:
- Process Analysis
- Troubleshooting
- Process Optimization
- Technical Training
Selected Projects:
Revamped complex computer model of refinery operations and crude/products economics. Used to advise US and foreign clients on operations, transportation, and trading options.
Facilitated multi-party effort on removing H2S from a key, low cost African crude thereby allowing it's delivery to a US refinery in a sensitive location.
Developed and spearheaded implementation of first systematic performance metrics at site. Used as model for implementation by other departments.
Provided FCC technical support (including on-site testing, computer modeling, vendor and external testing coordination) to refineries in Middle East, Japan, Europe, Australia, and US resulting in operational improvements and catalyst cost savings.
Steered joint corporate/refinery committee responsible for analyzing, recommending, and implementing FCC operating and capital options. Realized benefit in excess of $1 million.
Implemented desktop computer application module at refinery allowing low-risk FCC optimization tests. Trained personnel in use and troubleshooting.
