Advanced Catalytic Cracking and Hydrocracking Techniques

Objectives:

• Understand the principles and processes of catalytic cracking and hydrocracking.
• Learn the key differences and applications of catalytic cracking and hydrocracking.
• Explore the operational challenges and solutions in cracking processes.
• Gain insights into the latest advancements in catalytic cracking and hydrocracking technologies.

Catalytic Cracking Fundamentals

• Overview of catalytic cracking and its role in refining processes.
• Key components of catalytic cracking units (FCCU).
• Types of catalysts used in catalytic cracking.
• Reaction mechanisms and key parameters influencing catalytic cracking.
• Feedstock selection and preparation.

Hydrocracking Process

• Introduction to hydrocracking and its advantages over catalytic cracking.
• Comparison between catalytic cracking and hydrocracking.
• The role of hydrogen in hydrocracking reactions.
• Types of hydrocracking units and their configurations.
• Catalysts used in hydrocracking and their performance characteristics.

Operational Challenges in Catalytic and Hydrocracking

• Common operational challenges in catalytic cracking and hydrocracking.
• Catalyst deactivation and regeneration.
• Managing temperature and pressure in cracking units.
• Controlling product distribution and yield optimization.
• Process safety and troubleshooting.

Recent Advances and Innovations in Cracking Techniques

• New developments in catalyst design and performance.
• The impact of digitalization and automation on cracking processes.
• Integration of renewable feedstocks in catalytic and hydrocracking.

DATE:

1ST BATCH:        17th – 20th Feb, 2026      

2ND BATCH:       16th – 19th Jun, 2026

3RD BATCH:       13th – 16th Oct, 2026