Elessent Clean Technologies has announced that PetroChina Guangdong (PetroChina), a subsidiary of China National Petroleum Corp., has successfully completed and surpassed all performance guarantees for its groundbreaking 595,000-metric ton per year (m.t./yr) STRATCO alkylation unit. These guarantees cover crucial aspects such as alkylate yield, research octane number (RON), motor octane number (MON), acid consumption, D-86 end point, and Reid vapor pressure (Rvp). The completion of the performance test period for the STRATCO alkylation unit allows PetroChina to adhere to China VI quality specifications in their gasoline pool, contributing to the sustainable development of China’s energy landscape.
This successful performance test marks a significant milestone as one of the largest alkylation units operating within China. This achievement is a testament to PetroChina’s capability to implement production measures at a scale that meets the country’s growing energy demands. This accomplishment also aligns with the company’s commitment to environmental responsibility, ensuring that the gasoline produced meets the highest standards for emissions and quality.
“Seeing the PetroChina STRATCO alkylation unit handedly pass all performance guarantee tests is a testament to the technology and the aptitude of the staff of the refinery. We’re all very pleased with the results and look forward to working with PetroChina on future endeavors,” said Mike Cherry, Vice President of Refining, Elessent Clean Technologies.
“The implementation of the STRATCO unit not only demonstrates our commitment to delivering robust technology but also highlights the exceptional operational flexibility that garners strong appreciation from our valued partners at PetroChina,” said Guoqiang Zhang, Project Execution Manager for Alkylation Technical Services in China.
PetroChina looks forward to continued success and growth as it leverages the capabilities of the new STRATCO alkylation facility to further enhance its position as a leading player in the global energy industry.