KBR and MHPS agree steam and power generation collaboration
Published by Tom Mostyn,
Editorial Assistant
Hydrocarbon Engineering,
KBR and Mitsubishi Hitachi Power Systems (MHPS) have agreed to work together to enable use of the pitch generated from KBR's solvent de-asphalting (SDA) technology, ROSE®, for steam and power generation. Pitch is the residue stream left over from the process once the high-value material has been extracted. The solution will be offered by KBR as AiGSSM (asphaltene integrated generation system).
KBR’s proprietary ROSE technology is the leading ‘bottom-of-the-barrel’ solution to recover valuable products from crude oil. By working with MHPS, KBR will further extend the value delivered from ROSE technology by converting the SDA pitch into clean power. MHPS’ technology has three reference units in operation.
“We are excited to offer this combined solution to our clients to include electricity generation through SDA pitch-fired boilers,” said Doug Kelly, KBR President, Technology Solutions. “Our combined solution with MHPS will enhance the economic efficiency of plants and provide a new, environmentally friendly option for power generation.”
ROSE technology is a reliable process that uses up to 60% less energy and is an option to address the IMO 2020 bunker fuel transition, having been continuously improved to meet current industry demands.
Read the article online at: https://www.hydrocarbonengineering.com/refining/14022020/kbr-and-mhps-agree-steam-and-power-generation-collaboration/
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