This book presents a detailed and practical description of the various processes-dewatering, desalting, and distillation that prepare refinery feedstocks for the different conversion processes they will undergo. Relevant process data is provided, and process operations are fully described. This accessible guide is written for managers, professionals and technicians as well as graduate students transitioning into the refining industry. Key Features:

• Describes feedstock evaluation and the effects of elemental, chemical and fractional composition.
• Details the equipment and components and possible impacts due to composition.
• Explores the process options and parameters involved in dewatering, desalting and distillation.
• Considers next generation processes and developments.