Petrochemical Debottlenecking Solutions | Increasing Production Capacity
Solving Refinery Bottlenecks with Reliable Industrial Rental Solutions
Small inefficiencies and bottlenecks in complex petrochemical and refining plants can significantly impact production capacity and cost optimization. Aggreko's dedicated team of industrial process engineers, Aggreko Process Services (APS), specializes in identifying and resolving these challenges, delivering tailored, scalable solutions that enhance efficiency and maximize ROI—debottlenecking in the petrochemical and refining industry.
The Real Cost of Utility Failures
Production bottlenecks can arise from disruptions in critical utilities, creating a ripple effect throughout operations:
Power outages or fluctuations
Lead to downtime, product loss, and safety risks.
Heating and cooling inconsistencies
Impact product quality, worker safety, and process efficiency.
Process air system failures
Compromise sensitive refining processes, leading to operational inefficiencies and increased turnaround times.
These challenges erode profitability and operational stability. Every minute lost due to a utility failure is time, money, and competitive edge you can’t afford to lose.
Seamless Process Enhancements & Bottleneck Avoidance Through Aggreko’s Expertise
Aggreko’s innovative technologies and services are designed to overcome bottlenecks and optimize refining processes:
- Uninterrupted Power Supply: From backup generators to grid support, Aggreko ensures reliable, on-demand power that keeps operations running during outages or maintenance.
- Precise Temperature Control: Maintain optimal performance in critical units like FCCUs, matching winter-like production rates and optimizing coke-burning efficiency with specialty heat exchanger solutions.
- Rapid Reactor Cooling: Our patented cooling technology eliminates the need for LNG, reducing hydroprocessing unit turnaround times by 60-70% while maintaining production quality.
- Process Air Reliability: Whether supporting hydrocracker units or maintaining coke drum pressure balance, our engineered oil-free air solutions safeguard production continuity.
- CAPEX Avoidance: Adaptable, mobile solutions allow facilities to scale operations without the financial burden of permanent infrastructure investments.
- Space Optimization: Compact systems fit within restricted layouts, making upgrades viable even in space-constrained environments.
- Risk Management: Mitigate risks with reliable systems designed to handle fluctuating loads and unexpected challenges, backed by 24/7 expert support and Aggreko Remote Monitoring.
Why Aggreko? Results That Drive Impact
With decades of experience in the refining and petrochemical sectors, Aggreko offers more than just equipment—we provide partnership and expertise.
Proven Expertise
Decades of experience in the petrochemical and refining sector, with a track record of successful projects in process optimization and emergency response.
Innovative Technology
Cutting-edge solutions like our patented cooling systems and Greener Upgrades sustainable solutions deliver unmatched efficiency.
Customized Solutions
Every facility is unique, and we tailor our services to meet your specific challenges and goals.
24/7 Support
Our team of specialists is available around the clock to ensure operational continuity and address any issues swiftly.
Sustainability Focus
Our solutions are designed to enhance efficiency while reducing environmental impact.
Frequently Asked Questions
Process bottlenecks often arise from utility failures, such as power outages, cooling system inefficiencies, or compressed air issues, which disrupt critical processes. Performing a refinery bottleneck analysis could help you plan accordingly before a problem arises and ensure no production loss.
Our patented rapid reactor cooling system eliminates the need for LNG, reducing hydroprocessing unit turnaround times by up to 70% while maintaining safety and efficiency.
Yes, our systems are designed to be compact and adaptable, ensuring seamless integration even in space-constrained environments.
No, our modular, scalable rental systems help avoid large CAPEX expenditures, allowing facilities to remain flexible and cost-effective.
No two facilities are the same, so we offer customized solutions tailored to your operation. Whether you’re scaling up production, entering a high-demand season, or managing an emergency, we’re here to help you avoid production bottlenecks and keep your operation running smoothly.
Our team of experts will work with you to identify potential bottlenecks and develop a custom solution to keep your production running at full speed.