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Crude Oil Refining: A Simplified Approach provides an overview of crude oil refining processes and presents a deep analysis of the current context and challenges imposed on players in the downstream industry. The book covers traditional processes of the refining industry, the impact of current trends, and technological routes available to help these players survive in a highly competitive environment.
- Offers a simplified approach to crude oil refining processes
- Discusses economic information related to the downstream business including refining margins and profitability
- Introduces newer trends in the industry such as petrochemical integration, crude to chemicals refineries, and renewables coprocessing in crude oil refineries
- Presents challenges related to these new trends and offers technological solutions to overcome them for profitable and sustainable operations
- Describes how the use of biofuels can minimize the environmental impact of transportation fuels in nations of high demand like Brazil
Offering a contemporary view of current challenges and opportunities in the downstream oil and gas business, this practical book is aimed at readers working in the fields of petroleum and chemical engineering.
