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Editorial Comment: In pursuit of operational excellence: A thank you from Hydrocarbon Processing

Hydrocarbon Processing Staff: Nichols, Lee

In late September, <i>Hydrocarbon Processing</i> hosted the International Refining and Petrochemical Conference (IRPC).

Business Trends: Battle of the biofuels: Renewable diesel vs. biodiesel

Opportune LLP: O'Brien, P.

As new low-carbon diesel fuels and blends become more readily available, it is important to understand the differences between them and how each impacts engine performance.

Control valve design challenges for green diesel processes

Emerson Automation Solutions: Prusha, J.

Green (or renewable) diesel is a biofuel that offers several advantages over biodiesel, so many refineries are increasingly including it in their production portfolios.

Advanced methods for controlling boiler tube corrosion and fouling—Part 2

ChemTreat, Inc.: Kraetsch, K.  |  Buecker, B.

In Part 1 of this article, the authors covered techniques for minimizing corrosion and contaminant ingress from condensate return and feedwater to industrial steam generators.

Hydrocarbon Processing 2021 Awards WINNERS

Hydrocarbon Processing Staff: Nichols, Lee

<i>Hydrocarbon Processing</i>, the downstream processing sector’s leading technical publication for nearly 100 yr, has announced the winners for its fifth annual <i>HP</i> Awards, which celebrate innovative technologies and people that have been instrumental in improving facility operations over the past year.

Continuous corrosion monitoring improves process optimization

Emerson: Fazackerley, W.

Corrosion is one of the most insidious challenges in the oil refining industry.

Purchase order, contract or purchase agreement: Which is best for your procurement strategy?

ShureLine Construction: Berg, J.
COIM USA: Parmar, A.
Consultant: Rentschler, C.  |  Shahani, G.

Procuring equipment, materials and services are very important to a project’s financial success.

Materials management: Data-centric execution to enhance organizational productivity—Part 2

Bechtel Corp.: Wyss, S.

In Part 1, the broad concept of materials management was discussed, along with materials management as an investment and attitude.

Hydrocarbon Processing 2021 Awards FINALISTS

Hydrocarbon Processing Staff: Nichols, Lee

<i>Hydrocarbon Processing</I>, the downstream processing sector’s leading technical publication for nearly 100 yr, has announced the finalists for its fifth annual <i>HP</i> Awards, which celebrate innovative technologies and people that have been instrumental in improving facility operations over the past year.

Cybersecurity: How HPI companies can protect against ransomware and other cyber threats

Sungard Availability Services: Parsons, M.  |  Corso, R.

Ransomware has become an epidemic, and critical infrastructure is in the crosshairs.