Refinery

Filtration in Refineries

Over 18 million barrels of crude oil are processed at refining plants every day in the U.S.A. In order to keep production at a maximum, it is vital that refineries integrate an effective and reliable filtration system that always works.

For over 30 year, PFP has supplied refineries with industry leading high-flow filtration solutions for any refining and petrochemical application. We utilize the industry’s most durable oil and gas filter housings, as well as cartridge based filtration solutions for a wide range of applications.

Our custom filtration solutions are ideal for refineries that are seeking high-quality, full-service filtration for their daily operations. We are experts in every aspect of refinery filtration solutions – reach out to us today to discuss your unique filtration needs.

Refinery Applications

Through the refining process, there are many different stages which require dependable filtration solutions. Without a proper filtration program, businesses risk unplanned downtime and costly damage to critical equipment that must remain operational.

PFP offers a variety of full-service filtration solutions for use in refinery and petrochemical applications, such as:

  • Liquid & Solid Removal from Fuel Gases
  • Contaminant Removal from Process Liquids
  • Hydrocarbon Removal from Amine

and much more… just ask one of our filtration experts!

High-Performance Solutions

Whether you’re prepping for a turnaround, recovering fuel from a tank, or responding to a spec failure, we provide onsite filtration equipment rentals, mobile polishing crews, and emergency response services nationwide.

PFP can provide you with standard or custom filtration solutions suitable for your exact filtration needs. If you require a unique configuration, our team of experts will quickly design and develop a solution to keep your operations running without error.

From our extensive line of filtration products, we can consistently supply you with:

High-Flow Particulate Cartridges

– Remove particulate from a broad range of fluids in various applications.

Replacement & Retro-Fit Filter Elements

– Obsolete or hard to find elements for a variety of refinery applications.

Coalescing Filter Elements

– Commonly utilized for the removal of water and oil in hydrocarbon streams.

Carbon Vessels

– Engineered to separate and remove hydrocarbons from glycol and amine streams.

Gas Coalescers

– Designed to remove liquid from gas streams with a variety of high-flow cartridges.

Benefits of PFP Filtration in Refineries

Unexpected downtime as a result of damaged equipment or off-spec product has the potential to cost refineries hundreds of thousands of dollars, if not millions

PFP filtration solutions makes it simple:

  • Enhance Operational Performance
  • Prevent Costly Downtime
  • Reduce Maintenance Costs

Contact an Expert

Need assistance? PFP will help you solve your industrial filtration challenges.

1-888-679-6645 / sales@pfpusa.com

NATURAL GAS FILTERS

PFP offers standard and custom filtration systems for gas pipeline filtration as well as pigging operations. Remove particulate matter from sensitve equipment.

LIQUID PUMP

Pumps for dewatering and liquid transfer in pipeline terminals. Designed for a variety of applications.

PARTICULATE FILTER VESSELS

PFPUSA has a large rental fleet of both Vertical and Horizontal Pre-Filter Vessels, ready to dispatch even for last-minute emergencies. 

Refinery Blog Posts

Read about PFP’s success in providing the refinery industry with full-service filtration solutions.

Contact an Expert

Need assistance? PFP will help you solve your industrial filtration challenges.

1-888-679-6645 / sales@pfpusa.com

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