Chemicals and Refining
Enhancing Processes. Ensuring Excellence.
At EPS, we offer comprehensive expert engineering and consulting services tailored to the chemicals and refining industry. With our deep technical expertise and extensive experience, we help clients navigate the complexities of the chemical and refining technologies, economics, regulations, and business appraisals to achieve their strategic objectives.
Process Engineering and Optimization
Maximize your operational efficiency and product quality with our expert process engineering services.
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Conceptual and Detailed Design: Creating efficient and scalable process designs for new and existing facilities.
Simulation and Modeling: Utilizing advanced software to model processes and predict performance.
Scale-Up and Technology Transfer: Assisting in scaling laboratory processes to commercial production.
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Debottlenecking: Identifying and eliminating constraints to increase throughput.
Yield Improvement: Enhancing product yields through process adjustments.
Energy Efficiency: Reducing energy consumption and costs through optimization.
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Automation Integration: Implementing control systems for precise process management.
Process Monitoring and Diagnostics: Real-time monitoring to detect anomalies and prevent issues.
Data Analytics: Leveraging data to drive process improvements.
Oil Refinery Engineering Services
Enhance refinery performance, safety, and profitability with our specialized services.
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Distillation Systems: Design, optimization, and troubleshooting of distillation columns.
Hydroprocessing Units: Improving efficiency in hydrotreating and hydrocracking processes.
Catalytic Processes: Expertise in catalytic reforming, FCC units, and other catalytic operations.
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Maintenance Strategies: Developing effective maintenance and inspection plans.
Project Management: Coordinating turnaround activities to minimize downtime.
Safety Compliance: Ensuring all activities meet safety regulations and best practices.
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Emission Control Technologies: Implementing systems to reduce SOx, NOx, VOCs, and particulate emissions.
Wastewater Treatment: Designing and optimizing treatment processes to meet discharge standards.
Regulatory Compliance Support: Navigating EPA and other environmental regulations.
Commodity, specialty, and fine chemical Plant Services
Optimize your chemical production facilities for improved performance and compliance.
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Process Selection and Design: Choosing the optimal process type for your products.
Reaction Engineering: Designing reactors for optimal conversion and selectivity.
Separation Technologies: Implementing efficient separation processes like distillation, extraction, and crystallization.
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Process Hazard Analysis (PHA): Identifying and mitigating potential risks.
Safety Instrumented Systems (SIS): Designing systems to prevent accidents.
Compliance with OSHA PSM and EPA RMP: Ensuring adherence to safety regulations.
Protection and Risk Assessment: Comprehensive strategies for facility and personnel safety.
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Quality Control Systems: Implementing robust QC procedures and systems.
Statistical Process Control (SPC): Monitoring processes to maintain product consistency.
Formulation and Scale-Up Support: Assisting in developing and scaling new products.
Why Choose EPS for Chemicals and Refining?
Technical Excellence and Industry Experience
Our team brings decades of experience and in-depth knowledge of the chemicals and refining industry.
Multidisciplinary Expertise: Chemical, mechanical, process, and environmental engineering.
Certified Professionals: Licensed engineers and industry-recognized experts.
Advanced Technologies: Proficiency with the latest tools, simulation software, and analytical methods.
Customized Solutions for Complex Challenges
We understand that each facility and process is unique. Our services are tailored to your specific needs.
Client-Centered Approach: Working closely with you to understand your goals and challenges.
Innovative Solutions: Applying creative thinking to solve complex process issues.
Strategic Insights: Providing actionable recommendations for operational excellence.
Proven Track Record of Success
EPS has a history of delivering successful outcomes for clients in the chemicals and refining sectors.
Extensive Project Experience: From small-scale optimizations to large capital projects.
Satisfied Clients: Testimonials highlighting our effectiveness and professionalism.
Industry Recognition: Trusted by leading chemical and refining companies globally.
“John Williams is an expert in the field. He not only renovated the business, but he changed the flow of the product for the company in terms of minimizing distances from raw materials to production to warehousing to shipping. Nobody within the company was thinking that way.”
— Ron Halik, International, Bioprocessing and Chemicals, Corporation
“EPS has for more than 20 years effectively provided mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, civil, and structural engineering, as well as project development and construction management, to increase our manufacturing site's competitiveness. The cost of EPS engineering is well justified in setting direction and providing project savings.”
— John McKinley, Plant Manager, US Petrochemical Producer
“They can help with project research and analysis, providing clients with options and how they stack up against one another — equipment-wise and energy use-wise — and help conclude which option is best.”
— Pat Simms, Global VP, Renewable Chemicals and Biofuels Developer
Industries
We Serve
Petrochemicals
Fine Chemicals
Specialty Chemicals
Pharmaceuticals
Agrochemicals
Polymers and Plastics
Bulk Inorganic Chemicals
Bio-based Chemicals
Our Services
Include
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Process Design and Simulation
Debottlenecking and Capacity Increase
Energy Efficiency Improvements
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Unit Operations Design and Optimization
Turnaround Planning and Execution
Catalyst Selection and Management
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Emission Control and Reduction Strategies
Wastewater Treatment and Management
Regulatory Compliance Assistance
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Process Hazard Analysis (PHA)
Safety Instrumented Systems (SIS) Design
OSHA PSM and EPA RMP Compliance
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Feasibility Studies and Front-End Engineering Design (FEED)
Engineering, Procurement, and Construction Management
Commissioning and Start-Up Support
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Customized Training Programs
Workshops and Seminars on Industry Topics
Operator and Maintenance Staff Training
About Dr. John A. Williams
A Leader in Chemicals and Refining Engineering
Dr. John A. Williams, PE, ASA, MBA, CFEI, AIChE Fellow, is the founder and General Manager of EPS. With over 40 years of operations, engineering, and construction experience, Dr. Williams is a recognized expert in the engineering analysis and financial appraisal of energy, power, and manufacturing technologies.
Dr. Williams has a distinguished career, including roles in process development, scale-up operations, and manufacturing. He has authored numerous publications and has been a featured lecturer for the American Institute of Chemical Engineers and the American Society of Mechanical Engineers.
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Accredited Senior Appraiser (ASA) by the American Society of Appraisers in Machinery & Technical Specialties: Energy, Environmental, and Manufacturing Technologies.
Certified Fire and Explosion Investigator (CFEI) by the National Association of Fire Investigators.
Fellow of the American Institute of Chemical Engineers (AIChE Fellow).
PhD in Chemical and Fuels Engineering from the University of Utah
MBA in Finance from the University of Chicago
BS in Chemistry from the University of Delaware
Licensed Professional Engineer in over 20 states