Technology Economics: LLDPE via Solution Process
Technology Economics: LLDPE via Solution Process

Author: Intratec

Publisher: Intratec Solutions

Published: 2013-07-24

Total Pages: 84

ISBN-13: 149109043X

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In the next few years, the US ethylene capacity is expected to grow by more than 30%, due to the rising exploitation of shale gas. Likewise, major petrochemical players have planned the construction of new polyethylene production plants. In this publication Intratec analyzes the technology and economics of a solution process similar to the NOVA Chemicals SCLAIRTECH technology. In the economic analysis Intratec presents not only the capital invesments and operating costs of a butene-based LLDPE plant in the US Gulf Coast, but also a regional comparison and sensitivity analysis on key raw material and key product prices. This study follows the same pattern as all Technology Economics studies developed by Intratec. About Technology Economics Technology Economics studies are advisory services ordered by leading chemical companies, which are disclosed to public if they allow so. All Technology Economics studies are based on the same rigorous methodology and well-defined structure, encompassing: Process flow diagrams and material balances Raw material and utility consumptions Major equipment sizing Inside and outside battery limits capital costs Detailed fixed and variable manufacturing expenses

LLDPE Production via Solution Process - Cost Analysis - LLDPE E12A
LLDPE Production via Solution Process - Cost Analysis - LLDPE E12A

Author: Intratec

Publisher: Intratec Solutions

Published: 2016-05-01

Total Pages: 52

ISBN-13: 1945324740

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This report presents a cost analysis of Linear Low Density Polyethylene (LLDPE) production from polymer grade (PG) ethylene and 1-octene using a solution process. The process under analysis is similar to NOVA Chemicals Advanced SCLAIRTECH process. This report examines one-time costs associated with the construction of a United States-based plant and the continuing costs associated with the daily operation of such a plant. More specifically, it discusses: * Capital Investment, broken down by: - Total fixed capital required, divided in production unit (ISBL); infrastructure (OSBL) and contingency - Alternative perspective on the total fixed capital, divided in direct costs, indirect costs and contingency - Working capital and costs incurred during industrial plant commissioning and start-up * Production cost, broken down by: - Manufacturing variable costs (raw materials, utilities) - Manufacturing fixed costs (maintenance costs, operating charges, plant overhead, local taxes and insurance) - Depreciation and corporate overhead costs * Raw materials consumption, products generation and labor requirements * Process block flow diagram and description of industrial site installations (production unit and infrastructure) This report was developed based essentially on the following reference(s): US Patent 6319996, issued to Nova Chemical in 2001 Keywords: Ethene, PE, Methylpentane, Stirred-Reactor, Dual-Reactor

LLDPE Production via Solution Process - Cost Analysis - LLDPE E11A
LLDPE Production via Solution Process - Cost Analysis - LLDPE E11A

Author: Intratec

Publisher: Intratec

Published: 2019-09-17

Total Pages: 104

ISBN-13:

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This report presents a cost analysis of Linear Low Density Polyethylene (LLDPE) production from polymer grade (PG) ethylene and 1-octene using a solution process. The process under analysis is similar to NOVA Chemicals SCLAIRTECH process. This report was developed based essentially on the following reference(s): EP Patent 0527144, issued to DuPont in 1996 Keywords: Ethene, DuPont Canada, Cyclohexane, Stirred-Reactor, Swing Technology, Multi-Reactor

LLDPE Production via Solution Process - Cost Analysis - LLDPE E13A
LLDPE Production via Solution Process - Cost Analysis - LLDPE E13A

Author: Intratec

Publisher: Intratec

Published: 2019-09-17

Total Pages: 104

ISBN-13:

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This report presents a cost analysis of Linear Low Density Polyethylene (LLDPE) production from polymer grade (PG) ethylene and 1-octene using a solution process. The process under analysis is similar to Dow DOWLEX process. This report was developed based essentially on the following reference(s): US Patent 6420516, issued to Dow in 2002 Keywords: Ethene, PE, Copolymer

LLDPE Production via Solution Process - Cost Analysis - LLDPE E33A
LLDPE Production via Solution Process - Cost Analysis - LLDPE E33A

Author: Intratec

Publisher: Intratec

Published: 2019-09-17

Total Pages: 104

ISBN-13:

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This report presents a cost analysis of Linear Low Density Polyethylene (LLDPE) production from polymer grade (PG) ethylene and 1-butene using a solution process. The process examined is similar to NOVA Sclairtech process. This report was developed based essentially on the following reference(s): EP Patent 0527144, issued to DuPont in 1996 Keywords: Ethene, PE, DuPont Canada, Cyclohexane, Stirred-Reactor, Swing Technology, Multi-Reactor, Copolymer

LLDPE Production via Gas Phase Process - Cost Analysis - LLDPE E22A
LLDPE Production via Gas Phase Process - Cost Analysis - LLDPE E22A

Author: Intratec

Publisher: Intratec Solutions

Published: 2019-09-17

Total Pages: 104

ISBN-13:

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This report presents a cost analysis of Linear Low Density Polyethylene (LLDPE) production from polymer grade (PG) ethylene and 1-hexene using a gas phase process. The process examined is similar to Univation UNIPOL and INEOS Innovene G processes. This report was developed based essentially on the following reference(s): (1) US Patent 8957167, issued to Univation in 2015 (2) US Patent 20030171512, issued to Univation in 2003 Keywords: Ethene, PE, Gas Reactor, Copolymer

LLDPE Production via Slurry Process - Cost Analysis - LLDPE E21A
LLDPE Production via Slurry Process - Cost Analysis - LLDPE E21A

Author: Intratec

Publisher: Intratec Solutions

Published: 2016-05-01

Total Pages: 52

ISBN-13: 1945324759

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This report presents a cost analysis of Linear Low Density Polyethylene (LLDPE) production from polymer grade (PG) ethylene and 1-hexene using a slurry process. The process examined is similar to Chevron Phillips process. This report examines one-time costs associated with the construction of a United States-based plant and the continuing costs associated with the daily operation of such a plant. More specifically, it discusses: * Capital Investment, broken down by: - Total fixed capital required, divided in production unit (ISBL); infrastructure (OSBL) and contingency - Alternative perspective on the total fixed capital, divided in direct costs, indirect costs and contingency - Working capital and costs incurred during industrial plant commissioning and start-up * Production cost, broken down by: - Manufacturing variable costs (raw materials, utilities) - Manufacturing fixed costs (maintenance costs, operating charges, plant overhead, local taxes and insurance) - Depreciation and corporate overhead costs * Raw materials consumption, products generation and labor requirements * Process block flow diagram and description of industrial site installations (production unit and infrastructure) This report was developed based essentially on the following reference(s): (1) US Patent 20120282144, issued to Chevron in 2012; (2) US Patent 7629421, issued to Chevron in 2009 Keywords: Ethene, PE, Isobutane, Slurry Reactor, Loop Reactor

LLDPE Production via Gas Phase Process - Cost Analysis - LLDPE E31A
LLDPE Production via Gas Phase Process - Cost Analysis - LLDPE E31A

Author: Intratec

Publisher: Intratec Solutions

Published: 2016-03-01

Total Pages: 52

ISBN-13: 1945324171

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This report presents a cost analysis of Linear Low Density Polyethylene (LLDPE) production from polymer grade (PG) ethylene and 1-butene using a gas phase process. The process examined is similar to Univation UNIPOL and INEOS Innovene G processes. This report examines one-time costs associated with the construction of a United States-based plant and the continuing costs associated with the daily operation of such a plant. More specifically, it discusses: * Capital Investment, broken down by: - Total fixed capital required, divided in production unit (ISBL); infrastructure (OSBL) and contingency - Alternative perspective on the total fixed capital, divided in direct costs, indirect costs and contingency - Working capital and costs incurred during industrial plant commissioning and start-up * Production cost, broken down by: - Manufacturing variable costs (raw materials, utilities) - Manufacturing fixed costs (maintenance costs, operating charges, plant overhead, local taxes and insurance) - Depreciation and corporate overhead costs * Raw materials consumption, products generation and labor requirements * Process block flow diagram and description of industrial site installations (production unit and infrastructure) This report was developed based essentially on the following reference(s): (1) US Patent 8957167, issued to Univation in 2015; (2) US Patent 20030171512, issued to Univation in 2003 Keywords: Ethene, PE, Gas Reactor, Copolymer

Handbook of Industrial Polyethylene and Technology
Handbook of Industrial Polyethylene and Technology

Author: Mark A. Spalding

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons

Published: 2017-10-26

Total Pages: 1671

ISBN-13: 1119159776

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This handbook provides an exhaustive description of polyethylene. The 50+ chapters are written by some of the most experienced and prominent authors in the field, providing a truly unique view of polyethylene. The book starts with a historical discussion on how low density polyethylene was discovered and how it provided unique opportunities in the early days. New catalysts are presented and show how they created an expansion in available products including linear low density polyethylene, high density polyethylene, copolymers, and polyethylene produced from metallocene catalysts. With these different catalysts systems a wide range of structures are possible with an equally wide range of physical properties. Numerous types of additives are presented that include additives for the protection of the resin from the environment and processing, fillers, processing aids, anti-fogging agents, pigments, and flame retardants. Common processing methods including extrusion, blown film, cast film, injection molding, and thermoforming are presented along with some of the more specialized processing techniques such as rotational molding, fiber processing, pipe extrusion, reactive extrusion, wire and cable, and foaming processes. The business of polyethylene including markets, world capacity, and future prospects are detailed. This handbook provides the most current and complete technology assessments and business practices for polyethylene resins.