Petrochemicals

  • Code compliance versus risk management

    Let’s delve into the comparison between prescriptive standard compliance and risk-based equipment protection in power and petrochemical plants. These two approaches play a crucial role in maintaining operational integrity while managing potential hazards. Prescriptive Standard Compliance: Prescriptive standards provide specific guidelines and requirements that must be followed to ensure safety and regulatory compliance. These standards… Read more

  • If we will one day depend on Plants, what do Plants depend on?

    Let’s discuss how energy risk engineering practices could be applied to the problem of dwindling bee populations. Applying energy risk engineering practices to the issue of dwindling bee populations involves a structured approach to risk assessment and mitigation. Just as we evaluate potential hazards and their consequences in the energy industry, we can adapt these… Read more

  • Getting the most out of Weekly Housekeeping Inspections

    Let’s develop a checklist for weekly housekeeping inspections for the various sections of a refinery. Developing a comprehensive checklist for weekly housekeeping inspections in a refinery is crucial to maintaining operational efficiency and safety. Below is a structured checklist that addresses key areas within a refinery. Remember to adapt this list to your specific refinery’s… Read more

  • What are the issues with the xxxxxx Gas Turbines?

    Let’s discuss xxxxxx gas turbine issues. The xxxxxxx gas turbine, while a reliable workhorse in many industrial applications, has encountered its share of issues over time. Some common challenges include: To address these issues, regular maintenance, monitoring, and condition-based assessments are crucial. Upgrading components, implementing advanced control systems, and adopting best practices in operation and… Read more

  • Auto-catalytic corrosion is difficult to detect, here’s what to know.

    Auto-catalytic corrosion is a critical concern when operating gas turbine compressor stator vanes in marine environments due to the high humidity and salt-laden atmosphere. This type of corrosion occurs when a small amount of corrosion initiates the process, leading to a self-accelerating reaction. Here’s a breakdown of the key aspects to consider: 1. Mechanism of… Read more

  • AI Basics – Persona Modeling for Petrochemical Risks

    Persona modeling in prompt engineering can be a powerful technique when applied to risk management in petrochemical plants. By creating distinct personas and incorporating them into prompts, you can generate responses that offer valuable insights from different perspectives. Let’s delve into more detailed examples: 1. Persona: Plant Operator Prompt: “As a plant operator, explain the… Read more