Refining industry
At Sulzer, we help refiners improve the efficiency and sustainability of their operations through advanced separation and purification technologies. Our solutions are designed to maximize product recovery, lower operating costs, and reduce environmental impact, supporting long-term competitiveness in a sector facing growing regulatory and market pressures.
Main applications of refining industry
Aliphatic hydrocarbons
- Methane, Ethane, Propane, Propylene, n-Butane, 1-Butene, Pentane, Hexane, Heptane, Octane
Aromatic hydrocarbons & derivatives
- BTX (benzene, toluene, xylene), Polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs), Asphaltenes
Sulfur-containing compounds
- Elemental sulfur and sulfides, Mercaptans (R-SH), H2S / sour water, Sulfonated aromatic compounds
Energy & other applications
- Energy efficiency, Diesel/crude oil processing, LPG processing, Lube oil purification, Pyrolysis gas quenching
Operating in today’s refining sector means addressing multiple, interconnected challenges:
在当今的化工行业运营意味着要应对多个相互关联的挑战：
Energy optimization for refiners
Reduce utility consumption and manage volatile energy costs with advanced thermal integration and efficient separation technologies.
Environmental compliance & emissions control
Meet strict environmental regulations with solutions that minimize emissions, effluents, and flaring while improving sustainability.
Advanced separation for complex streams
Handle challenging separations in fuel upgrading, feedstock preparation, and by-product recovery with high-performance purification systems.
High throughput, low downtime
Plants must run continuously and flexibly while minimizing downtime and maintenance costs.
Our solutions help refiners address their most pressing challenges by improving efficiency, reducing costs, and supporting sustainability goals. With advanced separation and purification technologies, we enable higher product purity and yield, ensuring that valuable components are recovered and used to their fullest potential. By optimizing energy use and process integration, we lower utility consumption and operating costs, while reducing emissions and waste streams.
Our technologies are built with the reliability and flexibility required in refinery operations, allowing smooth integration into existing units and adaptability to changing feedstocks or product specifications. Whether the goal is to increase throughput, improve product quality, or minimize environmental impact, we provide refiners with proven tools and expertise to enhance performance today and prepare for the challenges of tomorrow.
Our solutions for refining industry
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Petrochemical
Petrochemical Refinery
Challenge:
Optimization of refining processes
Solution:
Installation of high-efficiency pumps and intelligent control system
Technology:
95+ Heater
Results:
Installation of high-efficiency pumps and intelligent control system
Petrochemical
Petrochemical Refinery - 95+Heater™ - Shell
Challenge:
Optimization of refining processes
Solution:
Installation of high-efficiency pumps and intelligent control system
Solution:
Installation of high-efficiency pumps and intelligent control system
Results:
Installation of high-efficiency pumps and intelligent control system
Petrochemical
Challenge:
Optimization of refining processes
Solution:
Installation of high-efficiency pumps and intelligent control system
Solution:
Installation of high-efficiency pumps and intelligent control system
Results:
Installation of high-efficiency pumps and intelligent control system
150+ Years Experience
Proven track record in chemical process engineering and equipment manufacturing.
Global Presence
Worldwide support network with local expertise and rapid response capabilities.
Quality Assurance
ISO certified processes and rigorous quality control for reliable, safe operations.