Sinopec Zhenhai Refining and Chemical Co. Ltd (Sinopec) has contracted with MECS Inc. (MECS) and MECS Chemical Plants Equipment (Shanghai) Co. Ltd, subsidiaries of Elessent Clean Technologies, for the license, design, engineering, and equipment for a spent sulfuric acid regeneration plant.
This plant will be located at Sinopec’s petrochemical complex in Ningbo, Zhenhai province, China. The spent acid regeneration plant will be built in conjunction with Sinopec’s planned expansion of its sulfuric acid alkylation and acrylonitrile facilities at the Ningbo site.
By introducing an acid regeneration plant into their refinery, Sinopec is reducing as much waste as possible and prioritising air quality. The MECS® acid plant and equipment used at the refinery will guarantee tight emissions control and assist with sustainability efforts, as well as long-term profitability, by decreasing dependence on new resources. The prioritisation of conservation measures is ultimately contributing to a circular economy which goes hand in hand with Sinopec’s commitment to social responsibility.
Eli Ben-Shoshan, CEO of Elessent, said: “We are honoured to play a role in a project that provides our customer, Sinopec Zhenhai, with a means to strengthen sustainability in the region. Our sulfuric acid regeneration technology allows Sinopec to keep sulfuric acid in circulation for as long as possible. This provides great value for our customer and allows them to incorporate another measure of sustainability into their refining operation.”