Presentation Profile
Fast and Reliable Nickel and Vanadium Monitoring in Refinery Processes by XRF Spectrometry.
Currently Scheduled: 10/11/2023 - 8:55 AM - 9:20 AM
Room: Bluebonnet
Main Author
Daniel Pecard - Bruker AXS LLC
- Frank Portala - Bruker AXS GmbH
Abstract:
The ASTM D8252 standard provides guidelines for analyzing the elemental composition of crude and residual oil, focusing on low concentration levels of Nickel and Vanadium. These elements have gained importance due to the exploitation of new crude oil sources. Nickle and Vanadium can have a negative impact on the catalysts used in the Fluid Catalytic Cracker and hydrotreater units during the refining process. Therefore, it is crucial to monitor the levels of these elements. The focus of this presentation is on the use of polarized Energy-Dispersive XRF for analyzing low levels of Ni and V in accordance with ASTM D8252.
