Petrom implemented a closed blowdown system at the unit to eliminate any potential emissions of volatile organic compounds, limiting its environmental impact.
“Petrobrazi is one of the most important refineries in Romania, which can cover the annual fuel consumption for approximately 3 million cars. We invested about EUR1.6 billion in the period 2005-2018 in Petrobrazi modernization, to implement the best available technologies at international level, which led to more environmentally friendly activities,” said Radu Caprau, member of the OMV Petrom Executive Board responsible for Downstream Oil.
The coker unit is an important point in the refining process. This is where heavy oil components from the other units are redirected and where the final oil transformation processes take place. The coke obtained here is mainly used in the metallurgical industry.
The project involved complex civil works, the installment of about 400 tons of pipelines and implementation of automated control and monitoring systems. The project counted more than 450,000 hours worked without incidents.