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Block schematics of fractionating towers at primary-distillation refineries are examined. Causes of unsatisfactory tower performance are analyzed.
A program is developed for modernization of internal contact devices in the towers. It is proposed to use regular packings in lieu of vacuum-tower trays. All projected indicators were attained after modernization of the tower equipment.
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Branch Standard N 939-61, Single-and Double-Overflow Fractionating Trays with S-Shape Elements. Parameters and Basic Dimensions [in Russian].
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Russian Federation Patent No. 2184606, Structured-Packing Unit for Heat-and Mass-Exchange Vessels, issued July 10, 2002.
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Translated from Khimicheskoe i Neftegazovoe Mashinostroenie, No. 8, pp. 14–16, August, 2006.
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Somov, V.E., Zalishchevskii, G.D., Goev, M.M. et al. Modernization of fractionating towers at primary distillation refineries operated by PO Kirishinefteorgsintez. Chem Petrol Eng 42, 435–440 (2006). https://doi.org/10.1007/s10556-006-0122-1
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DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s10556-006-0122-1