Basics
Aromatics
Aromatics, so called because of their distinctive perfumed smell, are a group of hydrocarbons that include benzene, toluene…
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Basics
Petrochemical
Petrochemicals are chemicals made from petroleum or natural gas. Primary petrochemicals are divided into three groups, depending on…
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Blending and distribution
After the refining processes, the various fractions are stored in intermediate tanks, then blended into marketable products for…
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Upgrading and advanced processes
The Refinery make up differs from an upstream plant, in that the overall site is divided up in…
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Refining
Up to the early 1970s, crude oil prices were kept reasonably stable by major international oil companies and…
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LNG
LNG is a gas transport product. The gas, which is primarily methane (CH4), is converted to liquid form…
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Pipeline management, control and safety
Pipeline management is used to maintain operation and integrity of the pipeline system. It is usually handled by…
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Liquid pipelines, pump and valve stations
Liquid crude or product pipelines are handled much the same way, with pump stations and block valve stations…
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Pipelines Installations
Pipeline installations consist of driving compressors and pumps, valve stations, pig receive/launch facilities, where the pig is used…
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Gas processing
Raw natural gas must be processed to meet the trading specifications of pipeline and gas distribution companies. As…
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