Conference Alert- Pump-Turbomachinery Symposia

“I dearly love the state of Texas, but I consider that a harmless perversion on my part, and discuss it only with consenting adults.” -- Molly Ivins, American newspaper columnist, author, liberal political commentator, and humorist (1944-2007)

Texas A&M University is staging the Pump/Turbomachinery Symposia, September 30-October 3, 2013, in Houston Texas

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About The Symposia
The Texas A&M University System Turbomachinery Laboratory sponsors two annual symposia, held in the Fall of each year, to promote professional development, technology transfer, peer networking, and information exchange among industry professionals.
 
These two events are led by engineers with vast experience in the petrochemical, process, chemical, utility, contractor, and consulting fields, along with manufacturers of rotating equipment and fluid-handling equipment from around the world.

Both symposia feature lectures, tutorials, case studies, discussion groups, and short courses, as well as exhibits of the latest services and full-sized equipment. These international meetings emphasize the technology and troubleshooting that users need in today's challenging workplace.
 
The Turbomachinery Symposium continues to be the only meeting organized by users for users. The members of the Advisory Committee, who provide overall guidance, are recognized leaders in the rotating equipment and power generation community.
 •The Symposium is an outstanding value for users concerned with maintenance, performance, troubleshooting, operation, and purchase of rotating equipment.
 •The technical sessions provide an opportunity for attendees to select lectures, tutorials, discussion groups, and case studies that best meet their personal and professional needs and interests.
 •The exhibits feature products from many key companies in the industry. Exhibiting companies normally send their "first-team" players to this symposium; hence, you can get knowledgeable help at the exhibit hall, in addition to seeing major exhibits of equipment.
Source: http://turbolab.tamu.edu/articles/pump_turbomachinery_symposia?dm_i=RE6,1PY0T,44L4GW,649YZ,1
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A Google® Scholar Search for Pump/Turbomachinery Symposia brings up the following item …

Proceedings of the 22nd International Pump Users Symposium, 2005
Designing an ultra-low specific speed centrifugal pump
Hiroshi Satoh, President, DMW-Oridea Inc.
Kazuo Uchida, Consultant,Shizuoka, Japan
Yinchun Cao, Manager R&D, Sanso Electric, Himeji, Japan

Free full text source: http://turbo-lab.tamu.edu/proc/pumpproc/P22/03.pdf

Today’s Hint: Visit www.desulf.blogspot.com and search for conference.  This will bring up a number of posts to the Blog on a variety of conferences that have appeared in the past.  When you find one that interests you, Google® toe conference to see when the next one is.

Conference Alert: GPA Europe 2013

“We have a firm commitment to NATO, we are a part of NATO. We have a firm commitment to Europe. We are a part of Europe.” -- Dan Quayle (American 44th US Vice President under George Bush (1989-93). b.1947)

The Gas Processors Association (GPA) is staging GPA Europe (http://www.gpaeurope.com/) in September.

GPA Europe 2013
30th Anniversary Conference
Edinburgh, United kingdom
18 Sep 2013 - 20 Sep 2013

I don’t yet know who will present papers, or what topics will be addressed.  However, a Google® Scholar search for gpa europe resulted in the following paper from a previous conference …

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GPA Europe, Spring Meeting, Dublin, Ireland; May 19-21, 2004 1
An examination of the prediction of hydrate formation conditions in sour natural gas
John J. Carroll
Gas Liquids Engineering, Ltd., #300, 2749 - 39 Avenue NE, Calgary, Alberta, CANADA T1Y 4T8
ABSTRACT
It is the purpose of this paper to briefly review the literature for hydrate formation in mixtures containing hydrogen sulfide. Seven methods for predicting hydrate formation for these systems will be examined. For the set of data examined in this study, which is made up of almost 125 experimental points, the computer methods CSMHYD and EQUI-PHASE Hydrate are reasonably accurate. The average errors for both CSMHYD and EQUI-PHASE Hydrate are about 1.5 Fahrenheit degrees (0.8 Celsius degrees). Typically these methods are able to predict the hydrate temperature to within 3 Fahrenheit degrees (1.7 Celsius degrees) 90% of the time.
The hydrate prediction routine in Hysys, a general-purpose process simulator, was also quite accurate with an average error of 1.5 Fahrenheit degrees (0.8 Celsius degrees). Hysys is able to predict the hydrate temperature to within 3 Fahrenheit degrees (1.7 Celsius degrees) more than 90% of the time. On the other hand, Prosim, another general-purpose simulator program, was not as accurate. The average error for Prosim was about 2.3 Fahrenheit degrees (1.3 Celsius degrees). It was able to predict the hydrate temperature to within 3 Fahrenheit degrees (1.7 Celsius degrees) only about 65% of the time The Baillie-Wichert method was specifically designed to handle mixtures containing hydrogen sulfide and is particularly useful for hand calculations. When used within its stated ranges of composition, this method has an average error of 2.0 Fahrenheit degrees (1.1 Celsius degrees). This method predicts the experimental hydrate temperature to within 3 Fahrenheit degrees about 80% of the time. Finally, the simple K-factor method, also designed for hand calculations, had an average error of 2.7 Fahrenheit degrees (1.5 Celsius degrees). The method predicted the experimental hydrate temperature to within 3 Fahrenheit degrees 60% of the time. The modified K-factor method of Mann et al. (1989) was as accurate as the more rigorous computer models. The average errors for the method of Mann et al. (1989) was 1.5 Fahrenheit degrees (0.8 Celsius degrees) and it predicted the hydrate temperature to within 3 Fahrenheit degrees (1.7 Celsius degrees) about 90% of the time.
While the averages noted above give an overall impression of the accuracy of these methods, the maximum errors reveal the potential for significantly larger errors. Even the computer methods have larger maximum errors, 6.0 Fahrenheit degrees (3.3 Celsius degrees) for EQUI-PHASE Hydrate, 7.4 Fahrenheit degrees (4.1 Celsius degrees) for CSMHYD., and 6.0 Fahrenheit degrees (3.3 Celsius degrees) for Hysys, and 8.0 Fahrenheit degrees (4.4 Celsius degrees) for Prosim. The Baillie-Wichert chart has a maximum error of similar magnitude, 5.8 Fahrenheit degrees (3.2 Celsius degrees). The K-factor has a maximum error of 10.0 Fahrenheit degrees (5.6 Celsius degrees) and for the modified K-factor method of Mann et al. (1989) this was improved to 7.0 Fahrenheit degrees (3.9 Celsius degrees)
Free full text source: http://gasliquids.com/papers/gpa_dublin_2004.pdf
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Conference Alert: 6th Annual Downstream Asia

“Remember, a dead fish can float downstream, but it takes a live one to swim upstream.” -- W. C. Fields (American Comic and Actor, 1880-1946)

Here is how the 6th Annual Downstream Asia (http://www.downstream-asia.com/) event is described in an email I found in my inbox.  Note the Post Script at the end … another reason to join LinkedIn, if you have not already done so.

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The refining and petrochemical sector in Asia Pacific continues to see rapid growth, driven by rising demand for refined products in the region. While investments are escalating, opportunities for developing partnerships within the sector continue to present themselves. Meanwhile, each individual stakeholder is challenged to excel amid the changing marketplace.
Part of the Singapore International Energy Week (SIEW), expecting to attract over 15,000 people this year, and supported by the Energy Market Authority of Singapore (EMA), the 6th Annual Downstream Asia, incorporating Petrochemical Asia, conference and exhibition continues to be the premier event for the refining and petrochemical industry in the region and will deliver case studies and panel discussions covering topics such as:
The growth and outlook of Indonesia's downstream economy: Mr. Edy Hermantoro, Director   General of Oil and Gas, Energy and Mineral Resources Ministry, Indonesia
A market update on Singapore's downstream refinery market and an industry overview on bunker oil industry: Mr. Simon Li, Vice President, Singapore Manufacturing Federation (SMF), Hon Chairman, Energy & Chemicals Industry Grouping, SMF, CEO, Feoso Singapore
A close look at foreign investment in refinery and petrochemical sector in Vietnam, with an update on the NSRP project: Dr. Nguyen Van Tu, Petroleum Processing Division from Petrovietnam
Download the preliminary brochure now
Downstream Asia is expected to attract more than 500 attendees this year, bringing together key players in the oil & gas, refining and petrochemical industries during the 2 day conference and exhibition. Plenary keynotes and case studies are designed to shed lights on business-critical issues such as: market trends, partnership opportunities, margin improvements, process and efficiency, latest process technologies, catalyst developments, and integration of petrochemical complexes. On the exhibition floor, key solution providers will be showcasing their latest technologies and hosting technology showcases.
This is the perfect platform for networking, seeking partnerships for joint ventures, learning about the latest technologies, and benchmarking your operations with the industry's leading organisations.
Register today for a chance to participate in the above sessions and tailored Q&A's with the 50+ speakers at this event. The special Early Bird Rate is valid till 2 September: Save $350 now!
Interested in Exhibiting or Sponsoring? Join the 30+ sponsors and exhibitors - Contact us today as 60% of stands are already booked, and sponsorships are limited!
Would you like to visit the exhibition floor? Register today for your free ticket!
I look forward to meeting you in Singapore in October.
Warm regards,
Cathy Gu
Project Director
Downstream Asia, incorporating Petrochemical Asia
P.S. Be updated with the latest updates in the industry and engage in discussions with your peers online at the Downstream Asia Forum on Linkedin
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By the way, please consider inviting me to join your LinkedIn network.  View my profile at: www.linkedin.com/in/jeansteinhardtresearch

Conference Alert: Petrotech 2014

“Which painting in the National Gallery would I save if there was a fire? The one nearest the door of course.” -- George Bernard Shaw (Irish literary Critic, Playwright and Essayist. 1925 Nobel Prize for Literature, 1856-1950)

Petrotech 2014, the 11^th such event, is scheduled for 12-15 January 2014, New Delhi, India.

From its Web (http://www.petrotech.in/):
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"The PETROTECH series of International Oil & Gas Conference and Exhibitions is a biennial platform for national and international experts in the oil & gas industry to exchange views and share knowledge, expertise and experiences. The event also aims to explore areas of growth in petroleum technology, exploration, drilling, production and processing, refining, pipeline, transportation, petrochemicals, natural gas, LNG, petroleum trade, economics, legal and human resource development, marketing, research & development, information technology, safety, health and environment management in the oil & gas sector. As the prime showcase of India's hydrocarbon sector, this mega event attracts scientists, technologists, planners and policy makers, management experts and entrepreneurs to solicit their views in order to catalyse achievement of global energy security."
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Presentations from the 10^th Petrotech conference (2012) included:

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The Downstream Value Chain And The Critical Role Of Innovation & Technology For The Future Of Energy,
Ed D Daniels, Shell
Latest Improvements in VGO based Hydrocracking Technologies, Patrick Bourges, Axens India Pvt. Ltd
Novel Approach to Claus based sulfur recovery, Dr. Matt Thundyil, GTC Technology
Preventing the Most Common Environmental Excursions on the FCC, Dr. John Dunleavy, Intercat
Selective Processing Strategies for Maximizing FCC Light Cycle Oil Production, Rahul R Pillai, KBR,
Methanol To Gasoline Technology, Mitch Hindman, ExxonMobil Research and Engineering Company
Future Reforming Technologies for Refinery Hydrogen Generation Units, Dr. Kedar Vasant Patwardhan, Larsen & Toubro Limited
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Conference Alert and Call for Papers: Refining China

“I always avoid prophesying beforehand, because it is a much better policy to prophesy after the event has already taken place.” -- Winston Churchill (British Orator, Author and Prime Minister during World War II. 1874-1965)

The 8th Refining China Conference will be staged at the Regent Hotel, Beijing, 2-3 April 2014.

According to a press release …
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A date for your diary:  following yet another successful event this April ('much the most useful refining conference in China' was a typical accolade) we return to the Regent Hotel next year on 2-3 April 2014.
If you're interested in submitting a proposal for a presentation to this, the longest running international refining technology event in China, we look forward to hearing from you anytime from now onwards.
As was the case last year, our preference is for case study based papers outlining process solutions. We would point out that speaking slots tend to fill quickly for Refining China and, also, that we have to turn down a number of proposals that didn't sufficiently meet the criteria we had set, so in order to maximize your chance of acceptance, do, please, submit early and take note of our preferences.
Submissions to: proposals@crambethallen.com
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Last year’s event featured the following …

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7th Refining China
Beijing 20/03/2013 - 21/03/2013
The 7th REFINING CHINA conference was held at the Regent Hotel, Bejing, 20-21 March 2013

REFINING CHINA, China's international refining technology conference, has now been running for seven years in partnership with SINOPEC. This partnership ensures the continuing strong level of producer company delegates not only from Sinopec but also from CNPC/Petrochina and CNOOC companies.

The line-up for 2013, which included a special focus on Energy Efficiency, was as follows:

Zhao Jungui, Vice President and Secretary-General, China Petroleum and Chemical Industry Federation Opening Speech
Cao Xianghong, Senior Adviser, SINOPEC and President, Chemical Industry and Engineering Society of China Keynote Presentation: The Application of Low Carbon Policies in Refinery Upgrading
Long Jun, Executive Director and President, SINOPEC Research Institute of Petroleum Processing RIPP's Development of Energy Efficient Technology
Hu Xuteng, Vice President, CNPC Petrochemical Research Institute Liquid Biofuels Developments in China
Wu Qing, Chief Engineer, CNOOC Oil and Petrochemicals Co Ltd Diesel FCC Practice at CNOOC Huizhou Refinery
Teng Zongli, Vice President, SINOPEC Luoyang Petrochemical Engineering Corporation Design of Water and Wastewater Systems at an Integrated Petrochemical Complex
Hua Wei, Vice President and Chief Engineer, SINOPEC Yanshan Petrochemical Oil Specification and Processing Technology Developments

Energy Security Analysis Impact of Crude Supply Shifts on Chinese Refineries by 2015
ExxonMobil Maximizing Production of Premium Distillate
Jacobs Consulting Effective Corporate Energy Programs for Refiners 
The Catalyst Group Gaining Efficiencies in Petroleum Refining: The Role of Catalyst/Process Advances and the Impact of CO2/GHG
GTC Technology Energy Reduction Programs for Refiners
DuPont Energy Efficiency: A Sustainability Journey
Alfa Laval Applying High-Efficiency Heat Exchangers in Refineries to Save Energy and Lower Emissions
Air Products Technical Innovation Drives On-Purpose H2 Making Solutions
Modcon Systems  Crude Distillation Unit Optimisation during Crude Switching
Haldor Topsoe  Catalyst and Process Options for ULSD Production
Praxair Hydrogen Study and Optimisation
Criterion Catalysts and Technologies Refining Flexibility and Performance through Hydroprocessing Catalysts
Tecnimont KT Sulphur Recovery Unit: Very Stringent Requirements for SO2 Emissions and Effect of Quench Water Temperature on Tail Gas Treatment Unit
Bekaert Advanced Gas/Solid separation solution for refineries and petrochemicals
source: http://www.eptq.com/conference/(S(agxcqi32znzsku3gzczf11ae))/view_conference.aspx?intCID=14
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