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The EPC executive’s challenge and opportunity: Navigating the sustainability shift in capital projects

Posted April 13, 2022

AspenTech provides in-depth analysis on a joint survey with Hydrocarbon Processing focused on how EPC companies are focusing future efforts on incorporating...

History of the HPI: The 1940s: Global conflict, FCC, 100 octane, synthetic rubber—Wartime necessitates advancing technologies

Posted April 13, 2022

Hydrocarbon Processing continues its History of the HPI series with major technological developments in the refining and petrochemical industries during...

How hydroprocessing feed filtration system design impacts process reliability and efficiency

Posted March 30, 202200:16:24

In this episode of The Main Column, Filtration Technology Corporation explains the benefits of exploring innovative solutions for solids contaminant...

Digitally uncover profitable pathways to net-zero

Posted March 22, 2022

AVEVA discusses the need for energy companies to prioritize their emissions-related initiatives based on detailed analysis of technology options, market...

Industry updates: Hydrocarbon Processing February news brief

Posted March 4, 202200:15:46

In this episode of The Main Column, Tyler Campbell, Associate Editor of Hydrocarbon Processing, shares some of the top news stories from February. From...