PCE122 Hydrogen Production by Steam Reforming of Hydrocarbons

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1 PCE122 Hydrogen Production by Steam Reforming of Hydrocarbons H.H. Sheikh Sultan Tower (0) Floor Corniche Street Abu Dhabi U.A.E

2 Course Introduction: The use of hydrogen for petrochemicals, fertilizers and as energy carrier in connection with renewable energy production will increase substantially in the next 5-10 years as even more stringent environmental legislation is enforced. Low sulfur gasoline and diesel fuels will become mandatory and harmful emissions will be reduced drastically. Hydrogen will be required by refiners and specialty chemical manufacturers to meet the global need for cleaner products. The growing fuel cell market will be dependant on hydrogen as a primary fuel source. Hydrogen requirements vary widely. For small capacities below 0.1 MM SCFD, supply in cylinders or production by electrolysis may be preferable. Hydrogen production from methanol or ammonia cracking is suitable for small, constant or intermittent requirements as used in the food, electronics and pharmaceutical industries. For larger capacities hydrocarbons are used primarily as feedstock in the steam reforming process for production of hydrogen and synthesis gas. In spite of efforts to produce hydrogen by processes involving solar energy, wind energy, nuclear energy and biofuels, fossil fuels remain the most feasible feedstock in the near term, and for commercial scale production of pure hydrogen, steam reforming remains the most economic and efficient. Course Objectives: Upon completion of this course, participants will have gained a solid understanding of the key elements associated with the design, operation and control of steam reformers. This will include the impact of feed quality, catalyst, operation conditions and unit design on the unit. In addition they will have gained some valuable insight into how to optimize, debottleneck and troubleshoot their steam reforming unit Who Should Attend? This course is intended for all chemical engineers, production engineers, facility engineers, mechanical and maintenance managers, section heads & engineers, operators, technicians and will be highly valuable to all engineers and laboratory staff involved in the operation and design of steam reforming facilities. Course Outline: Day 1: 1. Introduction PCE122 REVISION 001 PAGE 2 OF 5

3 2. How Does It Work? 2.1 Steam Methane Reforming 2.2 Partial Oxidation Day 2: 3. Why is this Technology being considered for the Hydrogen Economy? 4. Hydrogen Production and Recovery 4.1 Natural Gas Desulfurization 4.2 Steam Reforming 4.3 Carbon Monoxide Conversion 4.4 Carbon Dioxide Removal 4.5 Methanation 4.6 Pressure Swing Adsorption Route Day 3: 5. Operation 5.1 Cold Start-Up Guidelines 5.2 Steam Introduction Procedure 5.3 Feed Gas Introduction Procedure 5.4 Normal Shutdown Guidelines 6. Case Study 6.1 Basis of Design 6.2 Process Description Day 4: 7. Equipments 7.1 Air Coolers 7.2 Compressors 7.3 Boiler Feed Water Circulation Pumps 7.4 Boiler Feed Water Pump 7.5 Reformer Heater 7.6 Combustion Air and Flue Gas Fans PCE122 REVISION 001 PAGE 3 OF 5

4 Day 5: 8. Boiler Feed Water Treatment 8.1 Clarification of Water Removal of Suspended Impurities 8.2 Softening 8.3 Softening of Water by Ion Exchange 8.4 Demineralization of Water by Ion Exchange Resins 8.5 Deareation (Removal of Gases) Course Requirement: Hand s on practical sessions, equipment and software will be applied during the course if required and as per the client s request. Course Certificate: International Center for Training & Development (ICTD) will award an internationally recognized certificate(s) for each delegate on completion of training. Course Methodology: A variety of methodologies will be used during the course that includes: (30%) Based on Case Studies (30%) Techniques (30%) Role Play (10%) Concepts Pre-test and Post-test Variety of Learning Methods Lectures Case Studies and Self Questionaires Group Work Discussion Presentation PCE122 REVISION 001 PAGE 4 OF 5

5 Course Fees: To be advised as per course location. This rate includes participant s manual Hand-Outs, buffet lunch, coffee/tea on arrival, morning & afternoon of each day. Course Timings: Daily Course Timings: 08:00-08:20 Morning Coffee / Tea 08:20-10:00 First Session 10:00-10:20 Coffee / Tea / Snacks 10:20-12:20 Second Session 12:20-13:30 Lunch Break & Prayer Break 13:30-15:00 Last Session PCE122 REVISION 001 PAGE 5 OF 5