Intelligent Googling

“I was so naive as a kid I used to sneak behind the barn and do nothing.” -- Johnny Carson (American TV Host, 1925-2005)

The September 2012 edition of Hydrocarbon Engineering (HE) magazine has a couple of articles on heavy crude that look interesting.  Unfortunately, if you do not subscribe to the magazine, you will not be able to read the articles.  They appear nowhere else online.

However, by intelligent Googling you can sneak a peek at the likely content of the articles.

One of the HE articles of interest is …

ASSAULT ON SALT (In: Hydrocarbon Engineering, September 2012)
Simon Cornelius, Dan Jackson and Doug Longtin, Baker Hughes Incorporated, USA, examine the challenges associated with desalting heavy crudes.

TODAY’S SEARCH TIP:
Google© baker hughes heavy crude

On the first page of results you will have access to the full text of two relevant articles.

Fine-tune processing heavy crudes in your facility (In: Hydrocarbon Processing Magazine, 2010)
Source: http://c14503045.r45.cf2.rackcdn.com/v1/dc9416ab905ff4f70a3a8b7117eaa5e5/hp-sep-2010-field-asit-services.pdf

An Integrated Solution Enabling Allocation of Heavy Oil in the Peregrino Field (Offshore Technology Conference, Houston, Texas, 2–5 May 2011)
Source: http://public.bakerhughes.com/otc2011/presskit/Papers/An%20Integrated%20Solution%20Enabling%20Allocation%20of%20Heavy%20Oil%20in%20the%20Peregrino%20Field.pdf

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APPLY THE SAME TECHNIQUE TO THE OTHER HE ARTICLE OF NOTE.

STRIKE A BALANCE (In: Hydrocarbon Engineering, September 2012)
Brad Mason and Sam Lordo, Nalco, USA, examine the best practices for desalting, which can be used as the first line of defence for refineries processing heavy crudes.

Google© nalco heavy crude

Again, on the first page of results you will find a link to the full text of a related article.

Achieving sustainable, optimal SAGD operations (In: Journal of Petroleum Technology, 2010)
Source: http://www.nalco.com/documents/Published-Articles/R-1007_-_Achieving_Sustainable_Optimal_SAGD_Operations.pdf

Work smarder, not harder.  Google© intelligently.
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Follow MAN Diesel & Turbo

“Right or wrong, the customer is always right.” -- Marshall Field (American department-store owner 1834-1906)

TIP: Follow MAN & Turbo's DieselFacts

DieselFacts is MAN Diesel & Turbo's technical customer magazine. DieselFacts online contains current and previous editions with extra material, including video clips.
http://mandieselturbo.com/0000665/Press/Publications/DieselFacts.html

[ SAMPLE ARTICLE EXCERPT ]
DieselFacts 2/2012
Tier III Selective Catalytic Reduction
Development of large two-stroke diesel engines
[ EXCERPT ]
With a view to meeting the NOx Tier III regulations due to take effect in 2016, Hitachi Zosen is developing an SCR (Selective Catalytic Reduction) system for low-speed diesel engines in cooperation with MAN Diesel & Turbo. To this end, a prototype was recently fitted to an MAN B&W 6S46MC-C engine aboard a general cargo newbuilding for Nissho Shipping.
NOx regulation
The regulation of air pollution stemming directly from diesel engines is among the IMO regulations covering hazardous waste from ships. The first NOx regulation was introduced in 2000 (Tier I), with Tier II coming into force in 2011 and Tier III in 2016. As such, Tier III represents an 80% reduction in NOx compared with Tier I. While it was possible to meet Tier II limits through engine adjustments alone, meeting Tier III makes it necessary to introduce external techniques. It is mandatory to observe the new NOx regulations, and any negative effect on fuel consumption and running costs is a major concern for ship operators.
De-NOx technology for Tier III
Realistically, SCR and EGR (Exhaust Gas Recirculation) are the two main techniques that can help engines meet Tier III NOx regulations, based on the service experience from power plants and cars, respectively.
Hitachi Zosen and MAN Diesel & Turbo agreed to develop an SCR system for two-stroke engines located before the turbocharger. Hitachi Zosen chose SCR as its NOx-reduction method because: it is possible to make a compact system using high-temperature and high-pressure gas, and de-NOx efficiency is improved
it is possible to maintain the engine’s running performance whether the SCR system is running or not and with no harm to the engine Hitachi Zosen is a total solution provider of marine SCR systems.
SCR system for marine diesel engines
There are two solutions for a marine SCR system. One is a lowpressure system, installed downstream of the turbocharger. The other is a high-pressure system, installed upstream of the turbocharger and which Hitachi Zosen has concentrated on.
High-pressure SCR system
A diesel engine emits nitrogen oxides and dioxides. When a urea solution is injected into the duct upstream of the reactor, it is then converted into ammonia. Subsequently, NOx reacts with the ammonia in the catalyst in the HPSCR reactor and is converted into nitrogen and water with the clean gas then flowing into the turbocharger. Hitachi Zosen provides the optimised control system of urea solution injection.
Two SCR on/off valves and an SCR bypass valve control the smooth flow of flue gas into the SCR system, using a sequence that is programmed by MAN Diesel & Turbo.
NOx removal catalyst
The Hitachi Zosen catalyst has a characteristic triangular configuration and its wall also has a lot of fibre matrix reinforcement. It is therefore very tough and resistant to engine vibration despite being quite thin.
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Drill Down, Baby, Drill Down …

“The key to being a good manager is keeping the people who hate me away from those who are still undecided.” -- Casey Stengel (American Baseball Player and Manager, 1891-1975)

Managers love to talk about “drilling down” into the data.  Here’s an example of applying that concept to Google® Scholar.

Pretend that we want to know what technologies Exxonmobil has been pursuing.  Entering the simple search string Exxonmobil yields around 44,000 hits.

But we are primarily interested in recent Exxonmobil activity.  We drill down by clicking the Advanced Scholar Search button.

A search form pops up which allows us to restrict the search to items no older than 2011.

The result is a list with around 6,000 results.  But we want to focus on Exxonmobil’s recent desulfurization activities.  So we drill down further.

Back at the Advanced Scholar Search form, we add the following key words …

Sulfur desulfurization biodesulfurization electrodesulfurization

Now we’re down to about 1,000 on the hit list.  We are cooking, as my grandmother used to say, with gas.

Drill down, baby!

Training Alert: Hydrocracking in London

“When a man is tired of London, he is tired of life; for there is in London all that life can afford.” -- Samuel Johnson (English Poet, Critic and Writer. 1709-1784)

This just in … Well, actually, I just noticed it in my inbox … The Global Technology Forum’s Autumn Series – Hydrocracking in Central London 18 – 20 September 2012.

You may not be able to attend this event on such short notice.  But here’s a tip …

CONFERENCE TIP: bookmark the GTF Web (www.gtforum.com) and visit it periodically to see which of their events you  might want to attend.

ANOTHER CONFERENCE TIP: add your name to their email list … they will notify you of upcoming events and you won’t have to remember to visit their Web

Here are some details on the HYDROCRACKING event …
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GTF has developed a three-day course that will leave delegates with a solid understanding of the key elements associated with the design, operation and troubleshooting of Hydrocracking units. This will include the impact of feed quality, catalyst, operating condition and process configuration on product qualities. In addition the course provides some very practical insights into troubleshooting, optimisation and safe operation. 

Below are the key reasons why you should attend this valuable event:

1)    Hear from world leading experts from Chevron
2)    Learn about best practices in all aspects of hydrocracking
3)    Come and attend a comprehensive learning experience at a 4* location in London
4)    Receive comprehensive course materials to take away with you
5)    Be presented with a GTF Autumn Series course certificate

Click here to view the full course programme: http://email.gtforum.com/c/1oZq4b3mj8PGJvR2mRnkL2PL1F

If we receive your registration by Friday 17 August 2012 then you can SAVE £300 off the course price!

To register please:
Visit: www.gtforum.com/autumnseries  
Email: antoinette.bakke@incisivemedia.com
Call: +44 (0) 207 968 4553
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