Oil & Gas Industries
Partnering with Oil and Gas Facilities
The Amlon Group collaborates with downstream energy manufacturers to implement forward-thinking waste management practices that embody our vision of converting environmental obstacles into sustainable advantages.
INDUSTRY CHALLENGES
Downstream energy operations generate complex waste streams requiring expert handling, particularly from refining processes, catalyst systems, and equipment maintenance activities. Our integrated approach addresses these challenges.
Refinery Catalyst Reclamation and Processing
We specialize in recovering valuable metals from spent catalysts critical to downstream energy production:
- Hydrotreating Catalysts (DHT/NHT): Complete processing of spent desulfurization catalysts to recover molybdenum, cobalt, and nickel while managing alumina support materials
- Hydrocracking Catalysts: Advanced separation techniques to reclaim platinum, palladium, and tungsten from heavy oil conversion catalysts
- Ultra-Low Sulfur Diesel (ULSD) Catalysts: Specialized processing for next-generation clean fuel catalysts, extracting premium metals for reuse
- Jet Fuel Hydrotreating (JHT) Catalysts: Recovery of critical metals from aviation fuel processing systems
Oil-Bearing Materials Recovery
Our facilities process diverse oil-bearing waste streams from refinery operations:
- Crude Oil Tank Bottoms: Comprehensive processing of heavy residues to recover usable oil fractions and metals
- API Separator Sludge: Advanced separation of oil, water, and solids from gravity separation systems
- Clarified Slurry Oil (CSO): Processing of FCC unit byproducts to maximize oil recovery and catalyst metal reclamation
- Bundle Sludge and DAF Materials: Specialized handling of heat exchanger cleaning residues and dissolved air flotation concentrates
Turnaround Project Support
Our facilities provide critical support for large-scale refinery maintenance:
- Equipment Decontamination: Full-service cleaning of reactors and vessels with waste stream management
- Catalyst Changeout Services: Coordinated removal, transportation, and processing of spent catalyst inventories
AMLON ADVANTAGE
We convert downstream energy manufacturing residuals into beneficial resources using our advanced processing technologies. Our facilities handle complex oil and gas waste streams, extract valuable metals, and generate usable materials that decrease dependence on virgin resources and contribute to the circular economy.
Specialized Byproduct Processing
Amlon’s facilities are designed to process the unique materials present in downstream energy waste, including sulfur compounds, heavy hydrocarbon residues, and trace metal contaminants. Through tailored treatment protocols, we safely extract valuable constituents while ensuring adherence to environmental standards and HSM exclusions.
BENEFITS
Our sustainability commitment permeates all operations. For downstream energy manufacturers, we deliver tailored solutions with:
Advanced Processing Capabilities
Our facilities employ specialized technologies to manage diverse downstream energy residuals, including:
- Indirect Thermal Desorption for oil recovery without incineration
- Hydrometallurgical Processing for complex catalyst metal separation
- Centrifuge Technology for oil-water-solids separation
- VRE/TBE Processing to reduce reportable hazardous waste volumes
- Corrosive Waste Treatment (D002) and benzene-contaminated water processing (D018)
Oil & Gas Energy Expertise
Our team understands the unique challenges of refinery waste management:
- Turnaround Coordination: Seamless integration with planned maintenance schedules and critical path activities
- High-Volume Processing: Capacity to handle large-scale refinery turnaround waste streams simultaneously
- Real-Time Processing: Live offload capabilities for liquids and solids to minimize storage requirements
Strategic Operations Support
Our specialists collaborate with downstream energy manufacturers to create comprehensive waste strategies that enhance operational performance while advancing sustainability objectives, including:
- Planned Maintenance Integration: Coordinated services for scheduled turnarounds and catalyst replacement cycles
- Emergency Response Capabilities: Rapid deployment for unplanned events and environmental incidents
- ESG Performance: Quantifiable waste diversion metrics for sustainability reporting
Regulatory Excellence
We assist oil & gas manufacturers through complex regulations. We advise our customers in petroleum refining, catalyst handling, and hazardous waste management to minimize administrative complexity.
Customer Testimonials
Amlon News
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