Chen, A.
Alvin Chen is the Global Technology Application Manager for refining catalysts at BASF. Before joining BASF, Dr. Chin was an FCC subject matter expert at a major petrochemical company, where he spent 14 yr supporting various aspects of the refining and petrochemical industries. He earned a BS degree in chemical engineering from Johns Hopkins University, along with an MS degree and a PhD in chemical engineering from Purdue University.
How digitalization is turning data into value in the heart of the refinery: FCC catalysts
Process Optimization
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/ Economics
/ Engineering & Design
/ Environment
/ Equipment
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Digitalization has impacted the world of refining for the past several decades.
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Construction Boxscore: Project Spotlight
Project:
Long Son Petrochemicals Complex
Location:
Long Son, Vietnam
Operator:
Siam Cement Group
Cost:
$5.4 B
Capacity:
1.65 MMtpy
Completion date:
2023
Status:
Under Construction