Definition Flaring refers to the operation of sending to the flare for the atmospheric combustion the gases and sometimes the liquids which could not be processed in the cycle of production. Comments Flaring takes part of all the oil & gas and petrochemical processes, upstream and downstream, in order to control over-pressures which may come […]
ReadDefinition EPT stands for Ethylene Propylene diene Terpolymer. ETP is the co-polymer of ethylene, propylene and diene EPT is also called EPDM by reference to Ethylene Propylene Diene Monomer Comment The primary synthetic rubbers include nitrile, isoprene, styrene-butadiene, butyl, chloroprene, polysulfide, silicone, urethane and ethylene propylene diene terpolymer (ETP) or Ethylene Propylene Diene Monomer (EPDM) The synthetics […]
ReadFrom Shale gas to Polyolefins ExxonMobil implements its integrated business model The Houston based Exxon Mobil Corp. is considering a multi-billion-dollar expansion of its giant petrochemical complex in Baytown, Texas, USA. ExxonMobil, like Chevron, Dow Chemicals or Shell, is looking to take advantage of a surplus of natural gas that’s pushed Henry hub prices near 10-year lows […]
ReadDefinition Carbon black is virtually pure elemental carbon in the form of colloidal particles that are produced by incomplete combustion or thermal decomposition of gaseous or liquid hydrocarbons under controlled conditions. Comments Carbon black physical appearance is that of a black, finely divided pellet or powder. Its use in is related to properties of specific […]
ReadShell and QP plan $6.5 billion capital expenditure for the Ras Laffan petrochemical complex In 2011, Qatar Petroleum and Shell signed a Heads of Agreement for the Development of a World-scale petrochemicals Complex in in Ras Laffan Industrial City, Qatar This agreement follows the conclusion of a joint feasibility study conducted by the partners, Qatar Petroleum and Shell. […]
ReadGas prices and high costs dictate to rethink Shtokman The foreseen capital expenditure for the Shtokman gas field development came up from first estimated $15 billion to $30-40 billion. This costs escalation is resulting from multiple factors including the combined target to produce 50/50 natural gas and LNG. This goal appeared to have a great impact on […]
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