Signs include high reactor pressure drop, decreased conversion efficiency, and higher reactor temperatures. Mitigation involves increasing hydrogen-to-feed ratio, periodic catalyst replacement, and using guard beds.
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Low hydrogen purity can lead to coking, catalyst deactivation, and incomplete desulfurization. To fix this, operators check H₂ supply pressure, recycle gas compressor efficiency, and remove contaminants.
Follow Emergency Shutdown Procedures (ESD): 1️⃣ Stop the feed pump. 2️⃣ Close reactor inlet valves. 3️⃣ Maintain nitrogen purging. 4️⃣ Monitor hydrogen venting to prevent pressure buildup.
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