🆕 Just published a comprehensive technical description of Honeywell UOP's AlkyPlus™ alkylation technology.

AlkyPlus represents the latest evolution in HF alkylation, addressing both performance and safety requirements for modern refineries. The technology produces high-octane alkylate – a premium gasoline blending component with zero sulfur, no aromatics, and no olefins.

Key technical highlights:

🔹 Enhanced isothermal reactor design minimizing catalyst inventory
🔹 Internal acid regeneration virtually eliminating regenerator operation during normal conditions
🔹 Integrated ReVAP™ technology for improved volatility suppression
🔹 Two reactor configurations: gravity flow and forced circulation designs
🔹 Comprehensive neutralization system with KOH regeneration

The article covers:
✅ Eight decades of technology development history
✅ Detailed reaction chemistry and process optimization principles
✅ Complete process flow with feed treating, reactor system, acid regeneration, and neutralization sections
✅ Performance data: yields, product quality, and energy efficiency
✅ Commercial experience with over 200 licensed units globally

This builds on UOP's foundation in HF alkylation technology developed since the late 1930s, now integrated with modern safety enhancements and operational improvements.

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