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The Main Column podcast, brought to you by Hydrocarbon Processing, stands as the premier audio destination for professionals in the downstream oil and gas industry seeking the latest insights and trends. Each episode delves into critical topics, including technology advancements, sustainability, energy transition, and operational excellence. With expert interviews and high listener engagement, this podcast delivers significant value, offering listeners thought-provoking discussions that enhance understanding and drive industry innovation. Whether you're seeking to stay ahead of the curve with the latest industry news, deepen your professional knowledge, or explore emerging technologies and strategies for sustainability and efficiency, The Main Column podcast is your essential resource for all things downstream. Join us as we navigate the industry's complexities, offering valuable perspectives and insights that empower professionals to make informed decisions and lead confidently.
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Join Jim Watkins as he talks with Stephen Toups, CEO of Turner Industries, about the evolving role of AI in construction. Recorded during the ECC PerspECCtives Conference, Stephen offers a candid look at how Turner is preparing for the future by harnessing technology and data.
In this episode, we sit down with Klaus Brun, global director of R&D at Ebara Elliott Energy, to explore the significant changes underway in the energy industry. Klaus discusses the company's recent rebranding and its shift towards developing innovative turbomachinery tailored for the evolving demands of hydrogen and carbon capture technologies. Learn about the challenges and opportunities in optimizing compressors, expanders, and pumps for both traditional and renewable energy sectors. Join us for an insightful conversation on the future of energy and the critical role of customized machinery in driving efficiency and sustainability.
Join us for part 3 of our interview series recorded during ACHEMA 2024, the world's premier trade show for the process industries.
Join us for part 2 of our interview series recorded during ACHEMA 2024, the world's premier trade show for the process industries.
Join us in this episode of "The Main Column" as we welcome Andri Orphanides, director of individual certification programs at the American Petroleum Institute (API). Andri discusses API's Individual Certification Programs (ICP), highlighting their significance, the differences between certifications and training certificates and what sets API’s credentials apart in the oil and gas industry. Learn how the ICP is evolving to meet industry demands, including adapting to new technologies and addressing the knowledge gap as experienced professionals retire.
In this episode of the Main Column Podcast, host Lee Nichols talks with Julie Cranga, Vice President of Market Decarbonization Solutions at Technip Energies. They discuss the advancements and trends in the global Carbon Capture Utilization and Storage (CCUS) market, the technologies utilized, and the challenges faced by the industry. Julie highlights Technip Energies' initiatives and projects in the CCUS space, emphasizing the company's leadership in engineering and technology for energy transition. The episode sheds light on CCUS's critical role in achieving net-zero targets and the importance of political and financial support for its scalability.
In this episode of Hydrocarbon Processing's Main Column Podcast, host Lee Nichols is joined by Gunther Kracker, Head of Product Management and Cost Estimation at Linde Engineering. They discuss Linde's innovative EDHOX technology, a novel process for the oxidative dehydrogenation of ethane to produce ethylene and acetic acid. Gunther shares insights into the sustainable and economic benefits of EDHOX, its potential applications, and the future of this technology in the petrochemical industry. The episode also references a technical article published in the March 2024 issue of Hydrocarbon Processing and offers resources for further information.March 2024 Article: A novel process for the oxidative dehydrogenation of ethane to produce ethylene and acetic acid (hydrocarbonprocessing.com)Contact Dr. Gunther Kracker: gunther.kracker@linde.com00:00 Introduction to The Main Column Podcast00:24 Welcoming Our Special Guest: Gunther Kracker01:41 Overview of Linde Engineering04:17 Sustainable Technology Solutions07:09 Introduction to EDHOX Technology09:42 Key Features and Benefits of EDHOX15:52 Economic Advantages of EDHOX18:20 Target Audience and Market for EDHOX22:05 Commercial Readiness and Future Steps27:39 Conclusion and Further Information
In this episode of Hydrocarbon Processing's The Main Column, Lee Nichols is joined by Tiffany Barnes, senior offering manager at Honeywell, at the Honeywell Customer Experience Center. Tiffany shares insights into the challenges faced by the industry, particularly in plant lab systems, and how Honeywell's Digital Prime addresses these issues. Learn how digital twins, proactive maintenance, and seamless integration can significantly enhance plant uptime, safety, and overall operational efficiency.
Join us for the first part in our interview series recorded during ACHEMA 2024, the world's premier trade show for the process industries. In this episode, we feature interviews with top industry leaders who share their insights on the latest innovations and trends shaping the future of engineering, chemicals, and biotechnology. Discover groundbreaking technologies, hear expert opinions, and gain a deeper understanding of where the industry is headed.
Join us from ACHEMA 2024 in Frankfurt, Germany, as host Mike Rhodes interviews Gho Shwu Tyng, global product manager for packing at Sulzer, about their latest innovation in structured packing. Learn how the MellapakEvo enhances efficiency, reduces energy consumption, and optimizes column performance.
Join us as Shawn Evans from Sherwin-Williams dives into the critical issue of corrosion under insulation (CUI). This episode highlights the innovative Heat-Flex CUI-mitigation portfolio, showcasing how these advanced coatings provide superior protection for industrial assets. Learn how these advanced coatings are engineered to combat CUI and provide long-lasting protection for industrial facilities.
Dan Huben, Director of Project Engineering, Evonik, sat down with Hydrocarbon Processing to discuss the challenges in the global engineering and construction sector, possible solutions and the benefit of industry events, such as the ECC Annual, to exchange ideas on optimizing efficiencies.
Hydrocarbon Processing sat down with Shana Bortka, bp, to discuss the benefits ECC's Future Leaders program can offer professionals in the refining and petrochemical industries' engineering and construction sectors.
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Hydrocarbon Processing sat down with Houston Haymon, Senior Vice President of Corporate Development, PSC Group. Houston shares insights on their logistical operations within the hydrocarbon industry, illustrating how PSC facilitates the intricate movement of raw materials and finished products, ensuring operational excellence and sustainability.
From the AFPM Annual Meeting, this episode features William E. (Bill) Preston discussing KP Engineering's adaptation to the renewable energy boom. Insights include trends in renewable diesel and green methanol, client dynamics in these markets, and the evolving engineering landscape.
In this special edition of Hydrocarbon Processing's podcast series, recorded live at the AFPM annual meeting, host Mike Rhodes and Honeywell UOP's Keith Couch explore developments in the hydrogen and petrochemical sectors. They discuss the potential of Liquid Organic Hydrogen Carriers (LOHC) and the economic and technical benefits driving their adoption, particularly in Japan. The episode also touches on UOP's new Naphtha to Ethane and Propane (NEP) process, highlighting the strategic shift towards more efficient and sustainable petrochemical production, offering invaluable insights for industry professionals navigating the energy transition.
In this episode, Mike Rhodes sits down with Daniel David and Teddy Huerta of Detect Technologies at the AFPM Annual Meeting where they unpack how Detect's AI innovations are specifically designed to tackle industrial safety challenges, turning data into actionable insights for risk mitigation. From vision-based intelligence to impactful customer stories, this discussion highlights the tangible benefits of AI in enhancing safety and operational efficiency. Gain unique perspectives on how technology is not just evolving but revolutionizing safety protocols in the industrial sector.
Hydrocarbon Processing sat down with Luis Cirihal, President Refining Technologies, W. R. Grace, to discuss FCC propylene production, catalysts technologies and new solutions that are evolving the global hydrocarbon processing industries.
This episode of The Main Column addresses the vital role of preventive maintenance optimization in the hydrocarbon processing industry. Highlighting the inefficacies of routine checks that don't yield actionable insights, it emphasizes the importance of comprehensive process safety information and strategic maintenance revisions for equipment and system reliability. Listeners will learn about the significance of failure analysis, the implications of plant changes on maintenance practices, and how to implement effective strategies to prevent asset failure, conserve resources, and ensure safe, reliable operations.
In this episode, we explore the transformative power of digital technology in specialty chemical production. Delve into the critical role of smart devices, data analytics, and cloud solutions in enhancing operational efficiency, predictive maintenance, and safety across the chemical industry. Discover how advanced fluid control, pneumatic solutions, and real-time data analytics are driving improvements in process throughput, reducing costs, and boosting sustainability.
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