Vapour recovery unit for terminals and refineries

Efficiently capture and recover valuable hydrocarbons from gas streams, meeting stringent emission limits while optimizing product yield with this advanced vapour recovery technology.

Recovers and Purifies Hydrocarbon Vapors

The BORSIG Vapour Recovery Unit (VRU) integrates cutting-edge membrane technology and robust engineering to deliver efficient hydrocarbon recovery in refineries and petrochemical facilities. Featuring a combination of liquid ring compressors, scrubber columns, membrane stages, and vacuum pumps, this unit effectively processes gas streams through absorption, condensation, and membrane separation. The VRU is ideal for terminals handling gasoline, diesel, and jet fuel, as well as chemical processing plants dealing with aromatic compounds like benzene and toluene. Designed for continuous, fully automated operation, the system’s modular, skid-mounted architecture ensures easy integration and scalability to fit specific site requirements. Engineered with high-quality materials, including stainless steel, it promises low maintenance and high reliability. This unit meets customer codes and standards, supporting energy-efficient processes that enhance environmental compliance and product recovery, all while ensuring safe operation with an inherently explosion-proof design.

Benefits

  • Enhances emission control compliance by efficiently recovering hydrocarbons from gas streams.
  • Reduces operational costs through low-maintenance, high-reliability construction using durable materials.
  • Adapts to changing regulations with a flexible, modular design that can handle variable emissions.
  • Supports safe operations with a unique explosion-proof design, negating the need for additional safety equipment.
  • Integrates seamlessly into existing systems with a customizable, skid-mounted setup.

General


Applications
Hydrocarbons,Terminals,Aromatics,Gas streams,Emission control,Product recovery,Membrane separation,Refineries,Gas separation,Liquids
End products
Propylene,Xylene,Toluene,Vaporized hydrocarbons,Carbon dioxide,Benzene,Liquid nitrogen,Industrial solvents,Ethylene,Methane,Gasoline,Hydrogen,Jet fuel,Diesel,Butadiene
Steps before
Gas Collection,Hydrocarbon Separation,Scrubbing
Steps after
Emission Measurement,Gas Discharge,Product Recovery
Input ingredients
gas streams,hydrocarbons
Output ingredients
treated gas streams,emission-controlled gases
Market info
BORSIG is known for its expertise in manufacturing high-quality industrial engineered-to-order (ETO) equipment, including pressure vessels, heat exchangers, and compressors, with a strong reputation for engineering excellence and reliability in the petrochemical and chemical industries.

Technical Specifications


Process Type
Absorption/condensation and membrane separation
Components
Liquid ring compressor,scrubber column,membrane stage,vacuum pump
Operation
Fully automated
Design
Skid-mounted,pre-assembled
Design Options
Standardised or tailored
Efficiency
High efficiency and recovery
Capacity Control
Available
Maintenance
Low maintenance due to machinery and material selection
Materials Used
Stainless steel
Explosion Safety
Inherently safe explosion principle
Reliability
High reliability due to high-quality equipment and control system
Installation
Self-in taking principle,no blower required

Operating Characteristics


Working mechanism
Absorption/Condensation and Membrane Separation
Integrated steps
Liquid ring compressor,Scrubber column,Membrane stage,Vacuum pump
Automation level
Fully automated
Batch vs. continuous operation
Continuous
Modular design
Compact,Modular

Material Compatibility


Corrosive resistance (e.g. acids)
Stainless steel

Physical Characteristics


Compact footprint
Modular,skid-mounted
Control panel type
Automated control systems
Discharge method
Self-intaking principle,no blower
Material selection
High-quality,stainless steel
System configuration
Skid-mounted,pre-assembled
Flexibility
Standardized or tailored layouts

Custom Options


Control panel type
Automated / Manual
Skid-mounted design
Standardized / Tailored
Integration with existing systems
Fully integrable
Customization for site requirements
Yes
Capacity control option
Available
Material selection
Stainless steel