Refinery Process Overview: Gasoline Blending
e-Learning
About the eLearning Course
In this program, you will learn about octane and be able to identify its economic costs. You will also be introduced Reid Vapor Pressure and its characteristics. We will also introduce gasoline blending systems.
Target Audience
Operations personnel who require a fundamental understanding of knowledge to operate and maintain facilities. Also suitable for maintenance and technician personnel whether new to their roles or seasoned experts looking to enhance their skills.You Will Learn
Participants will learn how to:
- Define octane and describe the relationship between octane and knocking.
- Define octane giveaway and identify its economic costs.
- Define Reid vapor pressure and identify the physical and chemical characteristics it describes.
- Define vapor pressure giveaway and describe the relationship between butane and RVP giveaway.
- Describe the basic blending process.
- Describe the purpose and function of blend recipes and modes.
- Describe the process of starting and arming a blender.
- Describe how to check the status of a blend.
