Euclides Quiñonez
The American Petroleum Institute (API) and its role in energy efficiency
Author: Ing. Euclides Quiñonez, March 12, 2024.
Energy efficiency has become a global imperative in the fight against climate change and sustainable resource management. In this context, the American Petroleum Institute (API) contributes significantly to maximizing energy efficiency, exploring initiatives ranging from standards development and research to efficiency certification and energy policy collaboration.
Deterioration mechanisms in process valve internals in alkylation plants.
Author: Ing. Euclides Quiñonez, February 28, 2024.
Deterioration of valve internals can cause critical failures, affecting the safety, operational efficiency and profitability of alkylation plants, which are of great importance in the oil industry. High octane components for gasoline are produced in these units.
Challenges and solutions in the installation and maintenance of flanged joints in the oil and gas industry
Author: Eng. Euclides Quiñonez, 21 February 2024.
Flanged joints are highly relevant elements for connections between pipes, equipment, and accessories in industrial systems, in addition to facilitating their assembly and disassembly. However, the installation and maintenance of these seals present a number of challenges that can affect their performance and the operational efficiency of the entire system.
Zero-based inspection for upstream oil and gas assets
Author: Ing. Euclides Quiñonez, February 11, 2024.
The upstream oil and gas sector faces constant challenges to ensure the safety, reliability and efficiency of its assets. Zero-based inspection emerges as a fundamental strategy to address these challenges, allowing for a thorough assessment of assets at an early stage without relying on background information.
CO2 corrosion in hydrocarbon pipelines: Mechanisms, prevention and mitigation strategies.
Author: Ing. Euclides Quiñonez, February 3, 2024.
CO2 corrosion in hydrocarbon pipelines is a critical phenomenon that can compromise the structural integrity and safety of facilities. CO2 is a byproduct generated in oil and gas production and refining processes, which interacts with metal in pipelines, triggering corrosive mechanisms that must be addressed effectively.
Loading hoses in refineries: A vital link in the supply chain
Cargo hoses not only facilitate the transfer of products, but play an essential role in the efficiency and security of the supply chain, especially in monobuoy operations, dock-to-ship and ship-to-ship loadings.
