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Cyclic reforming catalyst regeneration

US5391292A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateDec 17, 1993
Grant dateFeb 21, 1995
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Expiry dateDec 17, 2013

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  • Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
  • CPC primaryC10G35/085
  • WIPO fieldBasic materials chemistry
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

Disclosed is a method for starting up a cyclic or semi-cyclic reforming reactor after catalyst regeneration. The method mitigates disruptions to the reforming unit after catalyst regeneration, such as excessive light gas make and a decrease in recycle hydrogen purity.

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