What are the current main energy-saving measures in refineries?
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According to the requirements for new energy evaluation, it is necessary to determine based on the project’s feasibility study whether the energy-saving measures proposed are reasonable, and targeted energy-saving measures should be suggested. Let’s share our experiences with each other as we learn from one another.
Energy conservation in refineries is a major topic of discussion; specifically, the main aspects include 1) taking into account combined production of units, with thermal feeding of those units. 2. Consider the rational utilization of the low-temperature heat from the device. 3. The plant layout is rational, reducing intermediate steps in the feed process. For example, with conventional catalytic cracking plants, the gasoline and diesel produced are sent to storage tanks, and from there they are pumped to the hydrogenation units – an additional step that is unnecessary. By sending the products directly from the catalytic cracking unit to the hydrogenation unit, electricity consumption and equipment investment can be saved. Wait, the topic is too broad; it’s impossible to cover it fully.
Water conservation, power conservation, steam conservation, cost reduction – all of these can be counted as well
Energy conservation: On one hand, it involves the modification of equipment (process improvements and equipment upgrades); on the other hand, it entails training comprehensive skilled personnel to reduce labor costs.
Thermal integration, process optimization, motor frequency conversion, impeller cutting, flue gas power generation, stable operation, long-duration operation