Refinery Feedstocks

The petroleum industry has seen significant changes in resource availability, petro-politics, and technological advancements, but the dependence on fossil fuels has remained unchanged. Refinery Feedstocks addresses the problems of changing feedstock availability and properties, the refining process, and solids deposition during refining. It is a handy reference for engineers, scientists, and students who want an update on crude oil refining and the direction the industry must take to assure the refinability of various feedstocks and the efficiency of the refining processes.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 356 pages
Publication date: 01 August 2022
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

Over the past few decades, the petroleum industry has undergone significant transformations in terms of resource availability, petro-politics, and technological advancements driven by the evolving quality of refinery feedstocks. While the reliance on fossil fuels as the primary energy source has remained unchanged, the industry has faced numerous challenges in adapting to these changes.

Refinery Feedstocks: Challenges and Solutions delves into the intricate issues surrounding changing feedstock availability and properties, the refining process, and the formation of solids during refining. This comprehensive book serves as a valuable guide for professionals, engineers, scientists, and students seeking to gain a deeper understanding of crude oil evaluation and refining. It encompasses a wide range of topics, including:

• The diverse types of crude oil and their characteristics, including extra heavy oil and tar sand bitumen.
• An in-depth exploration of crude oil's basic properties and their significance in refinery operations.
• A comprehensive review of the refining process, covering various stages such as cracking, blending, and hydrotreating.
• A detailed analysis of solids deposition during refining, including the formation of coke, sludge, and heavy metals.
• A discussion of the potential use of coal liquids, shale oil, and non-fossil fuel materials (biomass) as refinery feedstocks.
• A comprehensive overview of the refining industry's future direction, focusing on ensuring the refinability of various feedstocks and enhancing the efficiency of refining processes.

Designed for both technical and non-technical readers, Refinery Feedstocks includes an extensive glossary to assist in navigating complex terminology. This book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in staying updated on the latest developments in crude oil refining and the industry's efforts to meet the growing energy demands in the coming decades.

Weight: 680g
Dimension: 254 x 178 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367561017