An intensive professional development training course on
Catalytic Cracking and Reforming Technologies in Refineries
Maximizing Product Yield and Quality through Advanced Conversion Processes
Why Choose Catalytic Cracking and Reforming Technologies in Refineries Training Course?
In modern petroleum refineries, catalytic cracking and reforming units play a pivotal role in converting low-value feedstocks into high-value transportation fuels and petrochemical intermediates. As global demand increases for cleaner, higher-octane gasoline and more efficient processing, engineers must master the science and technology behind these critical conversion processes. This Catalytic Cracking and Reforming Technologies in Refineries training course explores the design, operation, and optimization of Fluid Catalytic Cracking (FCC) and catalytic reforming units. Participants will examine catalyst behavior, reaction mechanisms, process variables, and emissions control strategies. Real-world case studies will highlight common operational issues and how to address them through process tuning, catalyst management, and energy integration.
What are the Goals?
By the end of this training course, participants will be able to:
- Understand the principles of catalytic cracking and reforming reactions
- Operate and troubleshoot FCC and reforming units effectively
- Manage catalyst selection, regeneration, and deactivation issues
- Optimize process conditions to improve yield and energy efficiency
- Implement environmental and safety controls in catalytic processes
Who is this Training Course for?
This training course is suitable to a wide range of professionals but will greatly benefit:
- Process Engineers and Refinery Technicians
- Chemical Engineers working in refinery operations
- Catalytic unit operators and supervisors
- Refinery Project and Maintenance Engineers
- Energy and Optimization Engineers
- Professionals involved in process development or performance analysis
How will this Training Course be Presented?
This training course will utilise a variety of proven adult learning techniques to ensure maximum understanding, comprehension and retention of the information presented. This includes an interactive mixture of lecture-led learning & group discussions.
The Course Content
- Overview of refinery conversion processes
- Purpose and role of FCC and reforming in refining
- Feedstock characterization and properties
- Reaction mechanisms and product distribution
- FCC unit configuration and operation
- Catalyst selection and fluidization behavior
- Reactor-regenerator design and temperature control
- Yield optimization and coke management
- Reforming reactor types (semi-regenerative, continuous, cyclic)
- Catalyst types and performance characteristics
- Reforming chemistry: dehydrogenation, isomerization, cyclization
- Hydrogen production and recovery systems
- Process instrumentation and control strategies
- Managing pressure, temperature, and feed fluctuations
- Common operating problems and root cause analysis
- Safety systems and flare gas handling
- Energy integration and efficiency improvements
- Emission controls and environmental compliance
- Catalyst life cycle management
- Case studies: operational improvements in FCC and reforming units
Certificate and Accreditation
- AZTech Certificate of Completion for delegates who attend and complete the training course
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