Petrochemical debottlenecking solutions | Increasing production capacity
Debottlenecking solutions for higher output
Turning process bottlenecks into measurable performance gains
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.