Presentation Profile
Exploring the Challenges of Analyzing Impurities in Polymer-Grade Propylene and Naphtha Cracker Product Headspace Using the Wasson
Main Author
Anthony Hobbs - Lummus Technology
Abstract:
The Wasson Eclipse is widely used for process gas analysis in petrochemical applications. This presentation highlights the challenges encountered when implementing online analyzers for monitoring trace impurities in polymer-grade propylene and naphtha cracker product streams.
Topics include sample handling, hardware configuration, software integration, method development, calibration, and chromatographic separation of trace contaminants in complex hydrocarbon matrices. Lessons learned during commissioning and troubleshooting will be shared, along with practical solutions that improved analyzer performance, reliability, and data quality.
Attendees will gain insight into the real-world challenges of process GC implementation and strategies for achieving accurate and dependable analytical results.
