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    Co-processing in hydrocracking

    Co-processing in hydrocracking

    Flexible choice of feedstock and end-product. 
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    Benefit from our high-performance and highly selective catalysts for co-processing renewable feedstock.

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    A flexible co-processing solution.

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    Handles high hydrogen demands.

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    Extended catalyst cycle life.

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    A gateway to diverse renewable end-products

    As co-processing of renewable feedstock in hydrotreating units becomes more established, refineries are exploring additional ways to incorporate renewable feedstock into their existing units.

    Given their versatility, hydrocracking units are particularly suited for co-processing renewables. We anticipate their usage will become indispensable in the future, particularly as the need to process more demanding second- and third-generation feedstocks increases.

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    Choose process flexibility

    Unlike the hydrotreater, the hydrocracker offers significant process flexibility. It can be adjusted to accommodate your specific feedstock availability and to produce your desired end-product.

    Co-processing second-generation renewable feedstock with Vacuum Gas Oil (VGO) enables the simultaneous production of a variety of renewable fuels, including sustainable aviation fuel (SAF), diesel, and naphtha.

    The benefits of co-processing in your hydrocracker

    • Processes larger volumes with greater flexibility in feedstock and end-product selection due to size and hydrogen availability.

    • Better handles high hydrogen consumption (300-500 Nm³/m³) from renewable feeds compared to hydrotreaters.

    • Processes renewables without reducing catalyst cycle length, thanks to built-in grading catalysts for contaminant management.

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    Your co-processing partner

    As a global leader in renewable hydroprocessing solutions, we possess the knowledge, technologies, and support structure needed to quantify your renewable output potential, and optimize your renewable co-processing capabilities accordingly. We’re committed to acting as first-movers within the renewables industry, and with our best-in-class catalysts and unbeatable expertise as the foundation, your existing refinery can successfully implement a high-performance operation, processing greater feedstock volumes to deliver optimal yield and properties.

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