OUR SERVICES

To avoid issues during reactor loading, the catalyst must be inspected for quality and quantity, ensuring it meets acceptance criteria and is sufficient for intended loading. Poor catalyst quality or short-loading can lead to issues like higher pressure drop, reduced conversion, or shorter cycles. Loading should be handled by specialized companies following industry best practices. An independent supervisor is recommended to oversee loading, inspect the reactor and internals, verify loading density and installation, and provide a written report. Start-up should follow manufacturer guidelines and industry standards, with the process documented in a report.

GCSC offers assistance with inspection, loading, and start-up operations, ensuring compliance with best practices and optimal catalyst performance.

Catalyst analysis and testing are crucial to verify if a fresh catalyst meets specifications or if a used catalyst can be reused after regeneration. Representative samples must be taken due to potential material inhomogeneity caused by production and container segregation.

GCSC can help design efficient sampling and analytical programs tailored to specific questions, avoiding unnecessary tests and costs. Clear lab instructions on sample sequence and analysis types can save time and money.

We also offer activity tests for catalyst selection and root cause investigations, supported by a hydrotreater optimization model to predict commercial performance from lab-scale testing. Over the years, we’ve analyzed fresh catalysts to check specifications and spent catalysts to assess metal recovery or fouling. Activity testing has also guided customers in selecting the best catalysts for their units.

Contact us for a cost-effective proposal to address your catalyst testing needs.

When a catalyst replacing is required, plants must decide whether to use a fresh or regenerated catalyst. The key considerations are unit performance goals and whether these can be met with a regenerated catalyst. If opting for a fresh catalyst, the next question is whether to stick with the current supplier or explore alternatives. Performance should guide selection, with optimization based on unit constraints. Suppliers can forecast performance across scenarios, and buyers should prioritize clear objectives and comprehensive documentation to ensure suitable guarantees. Predictable unit operations may allow cost optimization, while uncertain or constrained operations require a tailored catalyst solution.

GCSC assists in preparing enquiry documents, reviewing supplier offers, and conducting side-by-side lab tests if needed. We are supporting catalyst selection for any kind of industry. For regenerated catalysts, we help with sampling, analysis, and setting acceptance criteria to ensure quality.

After start-up and stabilization, a performance test run is essential to confirm the unit meets planned performance. Feedstocks must align with the plan, and performance should be assessed by measuring throughput, operating conditions, and product properties to establish a mass balance. If included in the enquiry document, the supplier may share responsibility for meeting guarantees and could be present during the test. Reports on catalyst inspection, loading, and start-up should be reviewed.

GCSC can support the test run and evaluate related documentation to ensure catalyst quality and proper loading.

Exploring innovative approaches to integrate sustainability and cutting-edge technologies into the most demanding industrial sectors, GCSC specializes in providing top-tier catalyst handling services.

With advanced equipment and a highly skilled team experienced in operating within hazardous environments, we have earned a strong global reputation for successfully executing catalyst management projects.

Our outstanding HSE track record sets us apart in the industry, offering a wide range of catalyst services tailored to various plant operations.

We pride ourselves on our unparalleled ability to manage critical path items, ensuring timely execution even under the most challenging circumstances. Our commitment to delivering results in record time distinguishes us as a leader in the industry, providing reliability when it matters most.

Beyond simply being a specialized services provider, we focus on delivering tailored solutions to address specific challenges. Our approach goes far beyond supplying labor and equipment, we analyze each situation to develop effective strategies and innovative solutions that meet the unique needs of our clients.

Our in-house design and engineering team continually drives progress by developing cutting-edge equipment and refining processes. This ensures we stay ahead of the curve, supplying state-of-the-art tools and technologies precisely when and where they are needed. With a commitment to excellence and innovation, we bring exceptional value to every project we undertake.

R&D is vital for innovation and long-term competitiveness in catalyst companies. With budgets under scrutiny, it's crucial to focus on market-relevant projects, prioritize speed, and foster collaborations within companies, Universities, or even with customers, to achieve breakthroughs faster and at lower costs.

High-throughput experimentation, experimental design, and early manufacturability assessments ensure efficient development and faster market entry. Key questions include whether current facilities can produce the catalyst, if lab processes are safe for scaling, and whether to invest in manufacturing or use a toll producer.

GCSC supports R&D by defining objectives, facilitating collaborations, and providing manufacturing solutions, helping you achieve competitive advantages through efficient projects.