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Understanding Oil & Gas CO2 and NOx Emissions, and the Science Behind Reducing Them

Oil refineries, petrochemical, and chemical facilities are widely considered some of the largest contributors to nitrogen oxides (NOx), and carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions which adversely affect the environment. Fired heaters emit an estimated 400 to 500 million tons of carbon dioxide (CO2) every year, with at least 73% of average refinery CO2 emissions coming from […]

Three Ways to Reduce Fired Heater Emissions

According to a recent Digital Refining article, fired heaters emit an estimated 400 to 500 million tons of carbon dioxide (CO2) every year, with at least 73% of average refinery CO2 emissions coming from combustion. Refineries and petrochemical plants are under increasing pressure to reduce emissions, while also looking for ways to reduce fuel consumption […]

IGS Facilitating a Carbon Capture and Storage Project

We stop CCS corrosion of new and repurposed vessel internals. “CCS is a necessity, not an option,” concluded the committee on Climate Change in May 2019. Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS) is a collection of technologies that prevent carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions from entering the atmosphere. Carbon Capture technology can be used on any large […]

How to Prevent Opportunity Crude Corrosion

Many oil and gas companies are looking into crude diversity to maintain a competitive advantage, as the environmental regulations are tightening and oil prices are rising. These crudes are hard-to-process, poor-quality, and generally include heavy sour grades, oil sands, and other impurities. Process equipment is designed to refine crude oil products with a defined composition, […]

Maximize your profits from Coal Boilers with Big Blue Air Cannons!

  A long-standing trend has commonly been followed in the field of power generation. Many plants have focused on reducing the usage of coal in favor of natural gas. Two primary reasons have been the key factors for this trend for quite some time: natural gas is less expensive, and it offers a better environmental […]

Guide: How to Save Millions in Your Methanol Complex

Efficiency and safety are paramount in methanol production, but refractory failure causing hot spots on furnaces can lead to hazards, energy wastage, and shutdowns. Implementing live heater maintenance offers a cost-saving solution by addressing these issues and ensuring uninterrupted production. Step 1: Identify Hot Spot Issues Regular inspections of your methanol complex’s furnaces are essential […]