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Primary Reformer
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Thyssenkrupp Ammonia
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Primary Reformer
Description

The desulphurized Feedstock (Natural Gas for example) is mixed with Steam and converted to Synthesis Gas over Nickel Catalysts at approximately 40 bar and 800°C in the Primary Reformer.

The Uhde Steam Reformer is a Top-Fired Reformer which has Tubes made of Centrifugally-Cast Alloy Steel and a proprietary Cold Outlet Manifold system to enhance reliability.

Link
https://www.thyssenkrupp-industrial-solutions.com/en/products-and-services/fertilizer-plants/ammonia-plants-by-uhde/ammonia-plants-500mtpd/the-uhde-ammonia-processes
System Info
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UserPic  Kokel, Nicolas
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1/24/2023 6:40 AM
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https://www.scribd.com/document/511037753/025# Primary and secondary reformer acc. to Uhde design (top fired radiant section, cold outlet manifold, central riser pipe, ring-shaped arch)