Course Information:

Overview

This one-day course will provide participants with information on the design, operation and optimization of the modified Claus sulphur recovery process, including a review of process chemistry, process equipment, operating problems, tail gas clean-up technologies, and new technologies related to the sulfur recovery industry. Methods for degassing and pelletizing sulphur are explained. The course is designed for personnel new in the design or operation of sulfur recovery facilities. A comprehensive set of notes is included.

A complete set of course materials and lunches are included.

Outline

Sulfur Conversion Chemistry

Modified Claus Plant Process Equipment

Factors affecting Sulphur Recovery

Reheat Methods

Sulfur Plant Enhancements

Other Sulfur Recovery Methods

Tail Gas Cleanup Methods

Sulphur Degassing Methods

Sulphur Pelletizing Methods

Instructor(s): Ed Wichert, P. Eng.

Ed Wichert earned a Bachelor's degree in Petroleum Engineering from the University of Alberta and a Master's degree in Chemical Engineering from the University of Calgary. He has over 35 years of industry experience in oil and gas operations, including many years in sour gas production and processing. Ed has authored numerous publications dealing with sour gas technology, and has been instrumental in developing several correlations for predicting sour gas properties. He is the recipient of the Award of Merit from the Canadian Gas Processors Association, the Lifetime Achievement in Hydrocarbon Measurement Award from the Canadian Institute of Hydrocarbon Measurement and the Projects, Facilities and Construction Award from the Society of Petroleum Engineers. Ed has taught a number of courses in gas technology internationally, and currently serves as an industry consultant, specializing in sour gas matters.

Delivery Method: Classroom Training
Fee: $ 795 USD
Early Bird Fee: $ 715.50 USD Enroll prior to Oct 17, 2011, nonrefundable
Location Houston, TX
CEU: 0.8 Continuing Education Units
PDH: 8 Professional Development Hours
Certificate: Course Attendance Certificate Issued Upon Completion

Sessions: Date Start Time - End Time
1. Thursday, December 01, 2011 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM