Types of corrosion in hydrotreating and hydrodesulfurizing units
Author: Ing. Euclides Quiñonez, March 22, 2024.
Hydrotreating and hydrodesulfurization (HT/HDS) in oil refineries are combined processes that play a decisive role in reducing sulfur content, mainly in fuels, which allows compliance with environmental regulations. However, these processes involve severe conditions that expose assets or equipment to various types of corrosion.