A Highly Interactive Training Course On
Advanced Design and Operation of Sulfur Recovery Units
Optimizing Sulfur Removal and Environmental Compliance in Refining and Gas Processing Facilities
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Course Introduction
Sulfur Recovery Units (SRUs) are crucial in refining and gas processing operations, as they remove hydrogen sulfide (H₂S) from acid gas streams and convert it into elemental sulfur. This process not only protects equipment from corrosion but also ensures compliance with stringent environmental emission standards. With the increasing complexity of sulfur recovery—due to factors like fluctuating feed conditions, higher throughput, and stricter emission regulations—engineers and technical professionals must possess a thorough understanding of SRU systems, including the Claus process, tail gas treatment, and optimization strategies. The Advanced Design and Operation of Sulfur Recovery Units training course provides a detailed overview of SRU design, operation, control, and troubleshooting, along with practical insights into system performance, sulfur plant integration, and managing emissions.
Training Objectives
By the end of this training course, participants will be able to:
- Understand the Claus process and sulfur recovery fundamentals
- Design and evaluate key components of a sulfur recovery unit
- Operate and monitor SRUs to maintain efficiency and compliance
- Analyze tail gas treatment systems and emission reduction methods
- Troubleshoot common operational issues in sulfur recovery systems
Training Methodology
This training course will utilise a variety of proven adult learning techniques to ensure maximum understanding, comprehension and retention of the information presented. This includes an interactive mixture of lecture-led learning & group discussions.
Who should Attend?
This training course is suitable to a wide range of professionals but will greatly benefit:
- Process and Operations Engineers
- Refinery and Gas Plant Engineers
- Environmental Compliance and HSE Professionals
- Plant Supervisors and Control Room Operators
- Chemical Engineers involved in sulfur plant design or operations
- Maintenance and Reliability Engineers
Course Outline
- Overview of sulfur compounds in natural gas and refinery gas
- Role of SRUs in gas processing and refining
- Basics of the Claus process: thermal and catalytic stages
- Stoichiometry and reaction chemistry
- Acid gas composition and feed preparation
- Thermal reactor design and reaction furnace operation
- Waste heat boiler, sulfur condensers, and reheaters
- Catalytic reactors and sulfur recovery stages
- Tail gas treatment units (TGTU): SCOT process and alternatives
- Hydrogenation reactors and amine absorbers
- SO₂ emission control and recovery efficiency
- Environmental regulations and compliance requirements
- Process monitoring and control systems
- Sulfur plant start-up and shutdown procedures
- Operational challenges: pressure, temperature, feed variations
- Common issues: sulfur plugging, catalyst deactivation, corrosion
- Improving SRU recovery efficiency
- Energy optimization in sulfur plants
- Safety considerations in H₂S-rich environments
- Case studies: operational improvement, emission reduction, and incident analysis
Providers and Associations
Certificates
- Copex Certificate of Attendance will be provided to delegates who attend and complete the course
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