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WIKA’s New and Easy Way to Find the Right Measuring Instrumentation for Hydrocracking Processes

Robert Torgerson | Applications
WIKA USA's Pipeline and Instrumentation Diagram

An interactive pipeline and instrumentation diagram (P&ID) by WIKA USA simplifies the evaluation and selection process for the best temperature, pressure, and level measuring solutions for your hydroprocessing applications. A couple of clicks on the diagram …

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Prevent Hydrocracking Runaways with the Gayesco Flex-R® Multipoint Thermocouple

Robert Torgerson | Temperature
Multipoint Thermocouple Prevents Thermal Runaways in Reactor Vessels

Thermal runaways in hydrocracking processes are a serious concern for refiners. Comprehensive, real-time temperature monitoring is critical to preventing runaways, which is why most hydrocrackers across the world are equipped with Gayesco Flex-R ® multipoint …

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Temperature Measurement: An Effective Tool for Monitoring Catalyst Performance

Robert Torgerson | Know-how
Refineries rely on accurate temperature measurement to analyze catalyst performance

Refineries rely on accurate temperature measurement and monitoring for information about catalyst performance and remaining catalyst life. The key measurements in a syngas (synthesis gas) shift reactor are 1) approach to equilibrium temperatures and 2) exotherm …

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Accuracy and Response Times for Thermocouples, Thermowells and Other Temperature Instruments for Syngas Plants

Robert Torgerson | Know-how

Each temperature measurement system on the market has its particular features and limitations. When deciding which ones to use in syngas plant reactors, it is important to take into account the response times, accuracy, and other specifications of thermocouples, …

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The Key Role a Temperature Sensor Plays During Water Gas Shift Reaction and Catalyst Reduction

Robert Torgerson | Know-how
Refinery Temperature Measurement

Syngas plants require accurate, reliable temperature sensors to properly monitor the many processes. These include the water gas shift reaction and the process for reducing the copper catalyst. If temperatures veer outside the recommended range, the results are …

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