Presentation Profile
A New Approach for Analyzing Water in Petroleum Products
Currently Scheduled: 1/19/2018 - 10:30 AM - 10:50 AM
Room: Exhibit Hall
Main Author
Mark Janeczko - Shimadzu Scientific Instruments, Inc.
Abstract:
Water in petrochemical feedstocks can cause problems for processors. Freezing of pipe lines and valves and poisoning of expensive catalysts are just a few examples. Monitoring water in petroleum from an upstream source to the downstream processing plant is critical to insure uninterrupted operation. Unlike the commonly used Karl Fischer Titration analysis technique, the Shimadzu water analysis method uses the unique GC/BID and Merck’s WaterColTM eliminating the adverse effects of the petroleum matrix which can skew the Karl Fisher results. This method provides sensitive and accurate results in concentrations from low ppm to 100%.
