Analysis Of The Technological Scheme And Compounding Process Of Motor Gasolines At An Oil Refinery In Uzbekistan

Abstract

The gasoline blending station is a key unit at an oil refinery, ensuring the production of finished products compliant with modern technical specifications. The purpose of this study is a comprehensive analysis of the technological process and layout of a gasoline blending station operating at an oil refinery in Uzbekistan. The investigation covers the feedstock base, equipment, sequence of operations, automated process control system, and features of enhanced fuel production. The process is based on the compounding of three components-light naphtha, reformate, and butane fraction-followed by the addition of specialized detergent additives to produce QuWatt-branded fuel. A critical factor ensuring consistent product quality is the adjustment of the blending recipe based on real-time laboratory data on the properties of the feedstock components. The analysis confirms a high level of reliability and safety of the unit, achieved through a multi-level system of alarms, interlocks, and automatic regulation, enabling effective control of the complex technological process and the production of gasoline grades strictly in accordance with national standards.