Hydrocarbon Processing sat down with Ben Beberness, Vice President, Industry Business Unit GM, Aspentech at Aspentech's OPIMIZE event. Mr. Beberness provided his insights on the challenges the refining and petrochemical industries are having on balancing energy security, affordability and sustainability, and how digital solutions are aiding in this endeavor.

Hydrocarbon Processing spoke with Don Busiek, Senior Vice President, APM GM, Aspentech at Aspentech's OPIMIZE event. The discussion focused on how asset performance management (APM) can and is helping refiners and petrochemical producers' operations and maintenance teams optimize their daily activities, as well as where APM is likely to progress in the near future.

From the AFPM Annual Meeting, this episode features William E. (Bill) Preston discussing KP Engineering's adaptation to the renewable energy boom. Insights include trends in renewable diesel and green methanol, client dynamics in these markets, and the evolving engineering landscape.

In this special edition of Hydrocarbon Processing's podcast series, recorded live at the AFPM annual meeting, host Mike Rhodes and Honeywell UOP's Keith Couch explore developments in the hydrogen and petrochemical sectors. They discuss the potential of Liquid Organic Hydrogen Carriers (LOHC) and the economic and technical benefits driving their adoption, particularly in Japan. The episode also touches on UOP's new Naphtha to Ethane and Propane (NEP) process, highlighting the strategic shift towards more efficient and sustainable petrochemical production, offering invaluable insights for industry professionals navigating the energy transition.

In this episode, Mike Rhodes sits down with Daniel David and Teddy Huerta of Detect Technologies at the AFPM Annual Meeting where they unpack how Detect's AI innovations are specifically designed to tackle industrial safety challenges, turning data into actionable insights for risk mitigation. From vision-based intelligence to impactful customer stories, this discussion highlights the tangible benefits of AI in enhancing safety and operational efficiency. Gain unique perspectives on how technology is not just evolving but revolutionizing safety protocols in the industrial sector.

Hydrocarbon Processing sat down with Luis Cirihal, President Refining Technologies, W. R. Grace, to discuss FCC propylene production, catalysts technologies and new solutions that are evolving the global hydrocarbon processing industries.

This episode of The Main Column addresses the vital role of preventive maintenance optimization in the hydrocarbon processing industry. Highlighting the inefficacies of routine checks that don't yield actionable insights, it emphasizes the importance of comprehensive process safety information and strategic maintenance revisions for equipment and system reliability. Listeners will learn about the significance of failure analysis, the implications of plant changes on maintenance practices, and how to implement effective strategies to prevent asset failure, conserve resources, and ensure safe, reliable operations.

In this episode, we explore the transformative power of digital technology in specialty chemical production. Delve into the critical role of smart devices, data analytics, and cloud solutions in enhancing operational efficiency, predictive maintenance, and safety across the chemical industry. Discover how advanced fluid control, pneumatic solutions, and real-time data analytics are driving improvements in process throughput, reducing costs, and boosting sustainability.

In this episode of The Main Column, we delve into the critical necessity of implementing industrial cybersecurity programs within the oil and gas sector. Amidst a surge of unprecedented cyberattacks, we explore six compelling reasons why oil and gas organizations must fortify their defenses against evolving threats.

In this episode, we delve into the critical aspects of optimizing combustion processes for enhanced safety and efficiency across various industries. Discover the pivotal role of flue gas measurements, including excess oxygen, combustibles, and methane/hydrocarbon detection, in achieving operational excellence. Learn how these parameters, when accurately monitored and controlled, lead to significant reductions in carbon dioxide and nitrogen oxide emissions, while simultaneously minimizing fuel consumption.