Series of Q&A Books on Petrochemical Equipment Technology (in development)

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This post was last edited by hgl197004 on 2013-8-30 at 17:34. The “Series of Questions and Answers on Petrochemical Equipment Technology” – Please, all members, team members, and moderators, help to improve this series. In order to meet the needs of those who are responsible for the management, operation, and maintenance of petrochemical equipment, so that they can understand these devices better, know their structure, performance, functions, as well as potential faults and preventive measures, thereby improving their ability to identify risks, resolve faults, and carry out proper operations and daily maintenance, Sinopec Press has compiled a series of books under the title “Series of Questions and Answers on Petrochemical Equipment Technology”. These books cover various types of equipment commonly found in petrochemical plants, such as pumps, compressors, fans, and drive units; various industrial furnaces, towers, reactors, and pressure vessels; storage tanks, heat exchange equipment; as well as various industrial pipelines and valves. Experts and professionals with practical experience in petrochemical industries have contributed to the creation of these books, presenting information in the form of questions and answers, for everyone to study and read. It is hoped that these books will be useful to readers everywhere. This series of books is suitable for field technicians, operators, maintenance workers, and managers, and is also appropriate as training material. (1) Questions and Answers on Centrifugal Compressor Technology (Second Edition) – Series on Questions and Answers on Petrochemical Equipment Technology / Compiled by Wang Shumin and He Keyu / Sinopec Press / May 2006. This book presents, in question-and-answer format, the structural features, working principles, as well as operation and maintenance knowledge of centrifugal compressors ； Based on practical experience in production operations and maintenance work, technical and managerial measures were proposed to eliminate potential equipment hazards and stabilize unit operation. The maintenance tasks for the unit, the construction procedures and methods, as well as the control standards for maintenance quality, are also comprehensively explained. It provides guidance for ensuring the proper operation of the units, their daily maintenance, and scientific overhaul. The content is easy to understand and highly practical. http://bbs.hcbbs.com/viewthread.php?tid=277786&highlight=%C0%EB%D0%C4%CA%BD%D1%B9%CB%F5%BB%FA%BC%BC%CA%F5%CE%CA%B4%F0 (2) Technical Q&A on Tubular Heaters (Second Edition) – A Series of Technical Q&A Books on Petrochemical Equipment / Compiled by Liu Yuntao / Sinopec Press / June 2006. This book uses simple language and a question-and-answer format to provide detailed answers to 276 practical questions related to various tubular heaters commonly used in the petroleum, chemical, and petrochemical industries. It is divided into 12 sections, covering topics such as specialized terminology for tubular heating furnaces, classification methods, basic structure, main components, operating principles, operation techniques, efficiency, energy conservation, inspection and maintenance, safety, and management. Q&A on Tubular Heating Furnaces – Word version: http://bbs.hcbbs.com/viewthread.php?tid=129304&highlight=%B9%DC%CA%BD%BC%D3%C8%C8%C2%AF%BC%BC%CA%F5%CE%CA%B4%F0 Q&A on Tubular Heating Furnaces (Second Edition), compiled by Liu Yuntao: http://bbs.hcbbs.com/viewthread.php?tid=94025&highlight=%B9%DC%CA%BD%BC%D3%C8%C8%C2%AF%BC%BC%CA%F5%CE%CA%B4%F0 Tubular Heating Furnaces Q&A (2000).pdf: http://bbs.hcbbs.com/viewthread.php?tid=90267&highlight=%B9%DC%CA%BD%BC%D3%C8%C8%C2%AF%BC%BC%CA%F5%CE%CA%B4%F0 (3) Q&A on Coke Towers in Coking Units – Part of the Series on Petrochemical Equipment Technology, compiled by Xu Chengyu, Deng Xinjun, and Fu Gangqiang; published by Sinopec Press in August 2005. This book provides a comprehensive summary of the latest advancements and achievements in delayed coking production, and it covers the basic theories, production processes, technical specifications for equipment, as well as knowledge related to equipment operation and maintenance. The entire book is divided into two main parts: processes and equipment. The process section covers topics such as the thermal reaction mechanism of hydrocarbons, the reaction mechanism within the coke drum, the main process parameters of delayed coking, the coking cycle, the use of defoamers, the various steps involved in cooling coke, as well as the calculation of the coke height and space velocity in the coke drum. The equipment section focuses on the material selection, manufacturing, and testing of coke towers, as well as the specific characteristics of these towers. (4) Technical Q&A on Tower Equipment —— A Series of Books on Technical Q&A for Petrochemical Equipment / Compiled by Liang Lijun / Sinopec Press / September 2005. This book uses a question-and-answer format to introduce the basic knowledge of tower equipment in petrochemical plants, their structural types, as well as the operating characteristics of such equipment in different production facilities. http://bbs.hcbbs.com/viewthread.php?tid=247609&highlight=%CB%FE%C9%E8%B1%B8%BC%BC%CA%F5%CE%CA%B4%F0 (5) Technical Q&A on Continuous Reforming Reaction Regeneration Equipment – A Series of Q&A Books on Petrochemical Equipment Technology/Compiled by Xing Zuyuan/China Petroleum Press/January 2006. This book uses a question-and-answer format to introduce the classification, structural features, operation and performance of reactors and regenerators, as well as the latest technological advancements. It also offers effective measures for eliminating potential equipment problems, drawing on practical experience from production operations and maintenance work, so that readers can understand not only what happens but also why it happens. The content is easy to understand and highly practical, providing guidance for ensuring safe production, routine maintenance, and scientific repair in the petrochemical industry. (6) Questions and Answers on Oil Tanks —— A Series of Questions and Answers on Petrochemical Equipment Technology / Edited by Liang Lijun, Tan Pingqing, and Yang Zengliang / Sinopec Press / September 2005. This book uses a question-and-answer format to introduce the basic overview of oil tanks, the structure of common oil tanks and super-large crude oil storage tanks as well as their accessories. It also covers knowledge related to the use, maintenance, and repair of oil tanks in the context of production operations. (7) Questions and Answers on Drum Filters —— A Series of Questions and Answers on Petrochemical Equipment Technology / Compiled by Zhang Xiangwu / Sinopec Press / January 2006. This book presents the basic principles, structure, operation methods, fault analysis and diagnosis, fault handling, as well as inspection and maintenance of vacuum drum filters in a question-and-answer format. It also introduces the main models and characteristics of drum filters currently in use in China, and provides a brief overview of the selection of wear-prone components for vacuum drum filters. (8) Questions and Answers on Equipment Lubrication Technology —— A Series of Books on Petrochemical Equipment Technology / Compiled by Qian Qingsong / Sinopec Press / September 2005. This book uses simple and easy-to-understand language, in the form of questions and answers, to provide detailed responses to over 100 issues related to equipment lubrication technology. The topics covered include friction and lubrication, lubricant materials, the selection of lubricant materials, as well as equipment lubrication and management. It combines theory with practice and is highly practical, offering valuable guidance for proper lubrication and management of mechanical equipment. (9) Technical Q&A on Power Plant Steam Turbogenerators —— A Series of Q&A Books on Petrochemical Equipment Technology / Edited by Chen Hongbo, Xia Jie, Yu Guobin / Sinopec Press / September 2005. This book provides a brief introduction to the operation and maintenance of generators in power plants, along with related basic knowledge, in a question-and-answer format. The main contents include: the basic principles of generators, the structure of the generator itself, the excitation system, starting and stopping procedures, the basic operating characteristics of generators, abnormal operating conditions of generators, basic knowledge of electric motors, common relay protection configurations for generators, safety and automatic control devices in power systems, calculations for setting up common relay protections, installation and maintenance of generators, fault handling and routine maintenance, characteristic tests of generators, tests on the stator and rotor of generators, as well as secondary system adjustments. It covers the relevant professional knowledge and operational techniques that those involved in the operation, maintenance of generators, as well as junior management personnel, should master and understand. (10) Questions and Answers on Power Plant Turbine Technology —— A Series of Questions and Answers on Petrochemical Equipment Technology / Compiled by Kong Qingyuan and Wang Yong / Sinopec Press / September 2005. This book presents in a concise question-and-answer format the basic knowledge regarding turbine equipment and its operation in thermal power plants. The book is divided into eleven chapters, covering basic thermal engineering knowledge, fundamental concepts of steam turbines, the main components of steam turbines, the control and safety systems as well as the oil system of steam turbines, auxiliary equipment for steam turbines, equipment in thermal systems, the startup of steam turbines, their shutdown, routine maintenance during normal operation, accident handling for steam turbines, and basic knowledge of generators. It introduces the relevant professional knowledge and operating techniques that turbine operators in thermal power plants must master. (11) Practical Questions and Answers on Petrochemical Process and System Design – A Series of Books on Petrochemical Equipment Technology / Compiled by Zhang Rirang / Sinopec Press / June 2000. This book explains in detail and specifically the basic theories and practical techniques that designers in the fields of process engineering and system engineering must understand and master when working on the design of petrochemical process plants. The book lists over 800 questions, providing detailed and accurate answers in the form of Q&A. The book strives to clarify the basic principles and fundamental theories, introduces design techniques used in engineering practice, and features rich content, clear explanations, and strong practical relevance. http://bbs.hcbbs.com/viewthread.php?tid=8365&;highlight=%CA%AF%BB%AF%B9%A4%D2%D5%BC%B0%CF%B5%CD%B3%C9%E8%BC%C6%CA%B5%D3%C3%BC%BC%CA%F5%CE%CA%B4%F0 Practical Questions and Answers on Petrochemical Process and System Design – Zhang Rirang (2007) http://bbs.hcbbs.com/viewthread.php?tid=151380&page=1#pid657727 (12) Questions and Answers on Power Plant Boilers – Part of the Series on Petrochemical Equipment Technology/Compiled by Zheng Weijun, Hu Leijun, Xu Zhongyi/China Petroleum Press/September 2005. This book provides a brief overview of the basic principles related to boiler operation in thermal power plants in question-and-answer format. The book is divided into four chapters and eleven sections. Its main contents include basic thermal engineering knowledge, fundamental concepts of boilers, boiler equipment, auxiliary boiler equipment, boiler ash and slag handling equipment, circulating fluidized bed boilers, starting up boilers, shutting down boilers, routine operation and maintenance of boilers, accident handling for steam boilers, as well as thermal instrumentation. It covers the relevant professional knowledge and operational skills that boiler operators in enterprise-owned power plants must master. (13) Questions and Answers on Pressure Vessel Manufacturing Technology —— A Series of Questions and Answers on Petrochemical Equipment Technology / Compiled by Huang Ziyou / Sinopec Press / September 1999. This book presents in a question-and-answer format the basic knowledge and precautions related to the design, manufacturing, quality inspection, and acceptance of pressure vessels, while also providing answers to the technical problems that often arise during their manufacture. http://bbs.hcbbs.com/viewthread.php?tid=101118&highlight=%D1%B9%C1%A6%C8%DD%C6%F7%D6%C6%D4%EC%BC%BC%CA%F5%CE%CA%B4%F0 (14) Questions and Answers on Turbine Technology (Second Edition) – A Series of Books on Petrochemical Equipment Technology/Compiled by Zhang Kefang and Shen Huifang/China Petroleum Press/January 2008. This book presents questions and answers related to turbine technology, addressing key issues such as the basic principles of turbines, their structure, thermal systems and auxiliary equipment, turbine control and oil supply systems, as well as daily operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of turbines. http://bbs.hcbbs.com/viewthread.php?tid=289066&highlight=%C6%FB%C2%D6%BB%FA%BC%BC%CA%F5%CE%CA%B4%F0 (15) Questions and Answers on Spherical Storage Tanks – A Series of Books on Petrochemical Equipment Technology/Edited by Liang Lijun and Zheng Changchun/China Petroleum Press/February 2006. This book uses simple language and questions and answers to provide detailed responses to over 200 issues related to spherical tanks. The content covers basic knowledge of spherical tanks, their design, manufacturing, inspection, operation, and use, as well as relevant standards and specifications ； It combines theory with practice closely and is highly practical, offering strong guidance for ensuring the safe operation and management of storage tanks. (16) Questions and Answers on Air Coolers —— A Series of Books on Technical Questions and Answers for Petrochemical Equipment / Compiled by Zhang Xiangwu and Yao Zhidong / Sinopec Press / July 2007. This book uses a question-and-answer format to provide an easy-to-understand introduction to technical aspects such as the structural types, basic components, technical principles, design and selection, processing and manufacturing, installation and commissioning, operation and adjustment, as well as maintenance of air coolers. It also presents the main parameters of the air coolers commonly used in China today. (17) Questions and Answers on Catalytic Flue Gas Fans and Main Fans —— A Series of Questions and Answers on Petrochemical Equipment Technology / Edited by Wang Qun and Xu Feng / Sinopec Press / January 2007. This book presents basic knowledge such as the structural features and working principles of catalytic flue gas fans and main fans in a question-and-answer format; it also covers aspects related to their operation, adjustment, control, maintenance, repair, and fault handling, with reference to actual production practices. (18) Questions and Answers on Pump Operation and Maintenance Techniques (Second Edition) —— Series of Questions and Answers on Petrochemical Equipment Technology / Compiled by Huang Xixian and Cao Zanyou / Sinopec Press / September 2005. This book focuses on the operation and maintenance techniques of pumps, summarizing nearly 300 questions related to pump types, working principles, structure, key parameters, material selection, operation, faults and troubleshooting, maintenance, etc. Detailed answers are provided for each question. http://bbs.hcbbs.com/viewthread.php?tid=9306&highlight=%B1%C3%B2%D9%D7%F7%D3%EB%CE%AC%D0%DE%BC%BC%CA%F5%CE%CA%B4%F0 (19) Questions and Answers on Reciprocating Compressors (Second Edition) – A Series of Books on Petrochemical Equipment Technology/Compiled by An Dinggang/China Petroleum Press/March 2003. This book uses a question-and-answer format to explain the working principles of reciprocating compressors, as well as the methods for analyzing and diagnosing faults and dealing with them. It also provides practical information on maintenance and repair procedures and requirements. http://bbs.hcbbs.com/viewthread.php?tid=246138&highlight=%CD%F9%B8%B4%CA%BD%D1%B9%CB%F5%BB%FA%BC%BC%CA%F5%CE%CA%B4%F0 (20) Practical Questions and Answers on Mechanical Sealing Technology (Second Edition)/Compiled by Wang Rumei/China Petroleum Press/March 2006. This book presents, in a question-and-answer format, an organized overview of the principles, structure, auxiliary equipment, materials, and calculations related to mechanical seals. Drawing on the author’s 30 years of experience, it focuses on the mechanical sealing methods used for typical pumps in the petrochemical industry, as well as their installation, operation, and fault analysis. http://bbs.hcbbs.com/viewthread.php?tid=11693&highlight=%CA%B5%D3%C3%BB%FA%D0%B5%C3%DC%B7%E2%BC%BC%CA%F5%CE%CA%B4%F0 (21) Questions and Answers on Plugging Leaks Under Pressure – A Series of Books on Petrochemical Equipment Technology/Compiled by Yao Zaitong and Wen Hongbei/China Petroleum Press/April 2002. This book presents in a question-and-answer format detailed information on the principles, structural aspects, and key operational points of techniques for plugging leaks under pressure; in particular, the nearly 100 examples of actual leak-plugging operations provided serve as excellent teaching materials. It can serve as a reference for technical personnel and equipment managers engaged in this work. This book also describes some of the successful explorations the author has carried out over the past decade or so in pressure-based leak sealing technology, in order to share insights with fellow professionals and work together to advance this technology. http://bbs.hcbbs.com/viewthread.php?tid=181489&highlight=%B4%F8%D1%B9%B6%C2%C2%A9%BC%BC%CA%F5%CE%CA%B4%F0 (22) Practical Questions and Answers on the Installation Design of Petrochemical Process Piping – A Series of Books on Petrochemical Equipment Technology/Compiled by Zhang Rirang/China Petroleum Press/January 2001. This book consists of six chapters, each covering topics such as pipeline material and fitting design, equipment layout design, pipeline arrangement design, pipeline mechanics, pipeline construction and inspection, as well as the design management and qualification certification for pressure pipelines. http://bbs.hcbbs.com/viewthread.php?tid=184903&highlight=%CA%AF%BB%AF%B9%A4%D2%D5%B9%DC%B5%C0%B0%B2%D7%B0%C9%E8%BC%C6%CA%B5%D3%C3%BC%BC%CA%F5%CE%CA%B4%F0 Replies are prohibited