Exploring the next generation of alkylation technology that's changing how refineries produce high-octane gasoline components.

Key highlights of Chevron-UOP's ISOALKY™ ionic liquid catalyst technology:
✓ Non-volatile ionic liquid catalyst with negligible vapor pressure (<0.1 psia)
✓ 400x lower catalyst consumption vs. sulfuric acid
✓ 60x higher catalytic activity than H₂SO₄
✓ Wide operating temperature window (30-120°F)
✓ No heavy oil byproduct requiring disposal
✓ Enhanced C₃-C₅ olefin feed flexibility
✓ Achieves 95-99 RON alkylate quality

The technology eliminates sulfur-emitting acid regeneration plants & can revamp existing HF or H₂SO₄ units while reusing fractionation equipment.

Detailed process description, flow diagrams, & comparative advantages now available on Portfolio Planning PLUS Ltd.

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