Project Overview
Petrochemical furnace refractory upgrade for a major refinery. The project focused on improving thermal efficiency and reliability.
Furnace Specifications
- Furnace Type: Fired Heater
- Operating Temperature: 1200°C
- Throughput: 150 bbl/day
- Fuel: Natural gas
Solution Implemented
High-alumina castables combined with ceramic fiber insulation for optimal performance in petrochemical environment.
Performance Metrics
- Thermal efficiency: Improved by 18%
- Furnace reliability: 99.8%
- Maintenance intervals: Extended by 40%
- Annual fuel savings: $95,000