Maximizing Efficiency & Minimizing Emissions: Hydrogen Management and Sulfur Recovery Training Course

Introduction

In modern petroleum refining and gas processing, hydrogen is a critical utility, indispensable for upgrading lower-value heavy crude fractions into cleaner transportation fuels through hydroprocessing, and for removing impurities. Simultaneously, the increasing demand for ultra-low sulfur fuels necessitates highly efficient sulfur recovery processes to meet stringent environmental regulations and prevent harmful emissions. The synergistic management of hydrogen production, consumption, and recovery, alongside robust sulfur removal, is paramount for operational efficiency, product quality, and environmental compliance.

This intensive training course is meticulously designed to equip participants with a comprehensive and practical understanding of hydrogen management and sulfur recovery technologies. From exploring various hydrogen production methods and distribution networks to mastering the principles of the Claus process, tail gas treating, and optimization strategies, you will gain the expertise to manage these vital refinery and gas plant utilities effectively. This empowers you to optimize hydrogen consumption, reduce operating costs, ensure environmental compliance, and strategically contribute to the sustainable and profitable operation of processing facilities.

Target Audience

  • Process Engineers and Chemical Engineers in Refineries and Gas Plants.
  • Operations Managers and Supervisors of Hydrogen/SRU Units.
  • Environmental Engineers and Compliance Officers.
  • Production Planners and Refinery Schedulers.
  • Technical Staff from Hydrogen Production and Sulfur Recovery Units.
  • Project Engineers involved in Facility Upgrades.
  • R&D Scientists and Engineers in Catalysis and Gas Processing.
  • Utility and Energy Management Professionals.

Duration: 10 days

Course Objectives

Upon completion of this training course, participants will be able to:

  • Understand the critical role of hydrogen in modern refining and gas processing.
  • Grasp various methods for hydrogen production and their economic considerations.
  • Analyze hydrogen consumption and distribution optimization strategies.
  • Comprehend the fundamental principles and operation of the Claus sulfur recovery process.
  • Evaluate different tail gas treating technologies for ultra-low sulfur emissions.
  • Develop practical skills in troubleshooting hydrogen and sulfur recovery unit operations.
  • Navigate regulatory requirements and environmental standards for sulfur emissions.
  • Formulate robust strategies for optimizing hydrogen networks and ensuring efficient sulfur recovery.

Course Content

  1. Introduction to Hydrogen in Refining and Gas Processing
  • Importance of hydrogen for hydroprocessing (hydrotreating, hydrocracking).
  • Hydrogen balance in a refinery: sources, sinks.
  • Impact of hydrogen purity on catalytic processes.
  • Overview of hydrogen infrastructure and distribution.
  • Role of hydrogen in the energy transition.
  1. Hydrogen Production Technologies
  • Steam Methane Reforming (SMR): principles, reactions, process flow.
  • Autothermal Reforming (ATR) and Partial Oxidation (POX).
  • By-product hydrogen from catalytic reformers and FCC.
  • Emerging hydrogen production methods: electrolysis (green hydrogen), pyrolysis.
  • Economic comparison of different hydrogen production routes.
  1. Hydrogen Network Management and Optimization
  • Hydrogen purity requirements for different consuming units.
  • Hydrogen recovery and recycle loops.
  • Hydrogen compression and distribution systems.
  • Optimization of the hydrogen network: maximizing purity, minimizing make-up.
  • Troubleshooting hydrogen network imbalances.
  1. Introduction to Sulfur in Oil & Gas and Environmental Regulations
  • Sources of sulfur in crude oil and natural gas.
  • Environmental impact of sulfur compounds (SOx emissions, acid rain).
  • Global and regional regulations for sulfur content in fuels (e.g., IMO 2020, Euro 6).
  • Overview of the sulfur recovery process in refineries and gas plants.
  • Importance of efficient sulfur removal for compliance.
  1. Acid Gas Removal (Amine Treating)
  • Purpose of acid gas removal: separating H2S and CO2 from gas streams.
  • Principles of amine absorption and regeneration.
  • Common amine types: MEA, DEA, MDEA, DIPA.
  • Operational considerations and troubleshooting of amine units.
  • Feedstock preparation for Sulfur Recovery Units (SRU).
  1. The Claus Sulfur Recovery Process - Fundamentals
  • Principles of the Claus reaction: converting H2S to elemental sulfur.
  • Thermal section: burner, reaction furnace, waste heat boiler.
  • Catalytic section: converters, sulfur condensers, reheaters.
  • Process flow diagram of a typical Claus unit.
  • Stoichiometry and reaction kinetics of the Claus process.
  1. Claus Process Design and Operation
  • Design considerations for Claus units: catalyst selection, bed configuration.
  • Operational parameters and their impact on sulfur recovery efficiency.
  • Troubleshooting common Claus unit problems: catalyst deactivation, sulfur plugging, off-ratio operation.
  • Online monitoring and control of Claus units.
  • Safety aspects of Claus operations (H2S, SO2, molten sulfur).
  1. Tail Gas Treating (TGT) Technologies
  • Necessity of TGT for achieving ultra-low SO2 emissions.
  • Types of TGT processes: SCOT, MDEA, Wet Sulfuric Acid Process (WSA).
  • Principles of TGT: converting residual sulfur compounds back to H2S for recycle.
  • Comparison of TGT technologies: efficiency, cost, complexity.
  • Environmental performance of integrated SRU and TGT.
  1. Sulfur Handling and Disposal
  • Molten sulfur handling: storage, pumping, solidification.
  • Sulfur granulation and pastillation.
  • Sulfur market and product quality.
  • Waste streams from SRU and TGT units.
  • Environmental regulations for sulfur disposal.
  1. Optimization and Advanced Concepts in Hydrogen & Sulfur Management
  • Integration of hydrogen production, consumption, and sulfur recovery.
  • Energy efficiency improvements in SMR and Claus units.
  • Digitalization and advanced process control for optimization.
  • AI and machine learning for predictive maintenance and performance optimization.
  • Carbon capture and utilization (CCU) in hydrogen production.
  • Future trends in sustainable sulfur management.

CERTIFICATION

  • Upon successful completion of this training, participants will be issued with Macskills Training and Development Institute Certificate

TRAINING VENUE

  • Training will be held at Macskills Training Centre. We also tailor make the training upon request at different locations across the world.

AIRPORT PICK UP AND ACCOMMODATION

  • Airport pick up and accommodation is arranged upon request

TERMS OF PAYMENT

Payment should be made to Macskills Development Institute bank account before the start of the training and receipts sent to info@macskillsdevelopment.com

For More Details call: +254-114-087-180

 

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