DGP40222: REACTOR IN PETROCHEMICALS INDUSTRY

Abstract

This student module book serves as a comprehensive introduction to the principles and practical applications of reactors within the petrochemical industry. Tailored primarily for diploma students specializing in process engineering for petrochemicals, it also extends its relevance to professionals in the engineering and technology sectors. The book commences with an overarching view of industrial chemical reactors, subsequently delving into the essential concepts underpinning Batch Reactors. This exploration encompasses their distinguishing characteristics, diverse applications, operational modes, and the factors that exert influence on reaction rates. The following sections of the book expound upon the foundational principles of Continuous Stirred-Tank Reactors (CSTRs) and Plug Flow Reactors (PFRs). In addition, it dedicates a chapter to the elucidation of homogeneous and heterogeneous reactors. In its final chapter, the book meticulously scrutinizes a selection of typical reactors widely employed in the petrochemical industry, including the Bubble Column Reactor, Fixed Bed Reactor, and Fluidized Bed Reactor. The analysis also looks at how each reactor is used in industry and what makes each one unique.