Quanta Technologies, LLC has unveiled a groundbreaking and patented process designed to enhance the economics of refinery Fluid Cracking Catalysts (FCC), while also reducing their environmental impact. By refining the particle size distribution of catalysts, this innovative technology optimises both environmental performance and diffusion efficiency, paving the way for greener and more economical refining processes. The firm’s Low Emissions Advanced Diffusion and Retention (LEADR) technology has successfully demonstrated its capabilities across multiple refining sites in North America.
This LEADR technology not only decreases emissions of harmful pollutants (PM10 and PM2.5) compared to conventional catalysts, but it also significantly boosts bottoms upgrading and generates precursors which enhance propylene and butylene yield when paired with additives. The efficiencies gained from LEADR treated catalysts improve the efficacy of SOx reduction additives and further elevate propylene yield in FCC operations, collectively fostering superior refinery economics.
Through the LEADR process, Quanta effectively removes non-retained fresh catalyst fractions prior to their introduction into FCC units, thus bolstering profitability and environmental sustainability, while ensuring long-term operational reliability. The eliminated fractions can be reshaped into catalysts akin to the original or included in a blend that maintains their physical properties, ultimately leading to cost savings and a greener product.
In a strategic move, Quanta intends to conduct a comprehensive review of its catalyst business to explore avenues for maximising shareholder value, eyeing completion of this review by the first half of 2025. It remains uncertain if this review will culminate in any transactions, and the company has chosen to withhold public comments until the review is concluded.
Quanta Technologies has developed a patented process called LEADR that optimises refinery FCC economics through improved catalyst performance and reduced emissions. This technology has showcased significant advantages, including enhanced propylene and butylene yields and cost savings through resequenced catalyst management. A strategic review is set to maximise shareholder value in early 2025, although no specific transactions are guaranteed.
In summary, Quanta Technologies’ revolutionary LEADR process enhances refinery FCC economics while promoting environmental stewardship. By optimising catalyst performance, the technology leads to decreased emissions and improved profitability. The strategic business review aims to capitalise on these innovations, promising potential benefits for shareholders, although the outcome remains open-ended until further notice.
Original Source: www.hydrocarbonengineering.com
