Abstract: Disclosed is an apparatus and process for controlling space velocity in a fluidized catalytic conversion reactor. The catalyst flux rate can be adjusted during the process of the reaction to adjust the space velocity and maintain a fast fluidized flow regime therein. The set parameter in the reactor may be pressure drop which is proportional to catalyst density.

Abstract: Novel methods for synthesizing wholly un-supported, high-flow catalytic membranes consisting of 100% crystalline ZSM-22 crystals with no binder phase, having sufficient porosity to allow high Weight Hourly Space Velocities of feedstock to pass through without generating back pressure. The ZSM-22 membranes perform favorably to existing bulk ZSM-22 catalysts (e.g., via 1-butene conversion and selectivity). The method of membrane synthesis, based on Vapor Phase Transport, allows free-standing, binder-less membranes to be fabricated in varied geometries and sizes so that membranes can be tailor-made for particular geometries applications. The ZSM-22 precursor gel may be consolidated into a semi-cohesive body prior to vapor phase crystallization, for example, by uniaxial pressing. These crystalline membranes may be modified by ion exchange, pore ion exchange, framework exchange, synthesis modification techniques to incorporate other elements into the framework, such as K, H, Mg, Zn, V, Ga, and Pt.

Abstract: A family of crystalline aluminosilicate zeolites designated UZM-5HS and derived from UZM-5 have been synthesized. The aluminum content of the UZM-5HS is lower than that of the starting UZM-5 thus changing its ion exchange capacity and acidity. These UZM-5HS are represented by the empirical formula: M1an+Al(1?x)ExSiy?Oz? and are prepared by treatments such as acid extraction and AFS treatments.

Abstract: A zeolite crystalline solid, designated IM-9, having an X ray diffraction diagram according to FIG. 1, has a chemical composition, expressed as the anhydrous base, in terms of moles of oxides, in accordance with the formula XO2: mYO2: pZ2O3: qR2/nO: sF, in which R represents one or more cation(s) with valency n, X represents one or more tetravalent element(s) other than germanium, Y represents germanium, Z represents at least one trivalent element and F is fluorine. The solid is useable, for example as an adsorbent or catalyst.

Abstract: There is provided macrostructures of porous inorganic material which can have controlled size, shape, and/or porosity and a process for preparing the macrostructures. The macrostructures comprise a three-dimension network of particles of porous inorganic materials. The process for preparing the macrostructures involves forming an admixture containing a porous organic ion exchanger and a synthesis mixture capable of forming a porous inorganic material and then converting the synthesis mixture to a solid porous inorganic material. After formation of the composite material, the porous organic ion exchanger can be removed from the composite material to obtain the macrostructures, either before or after the porous inorganic material is hydrothermally treated with a structure directing agent to convert at least a portion of such porous inorganic material to a crystalline molecular sieve composition. The resulting macrostructure is composed of particles of the crystalline molecular sieve composition.

Abstract: A method for activating chemical reactions using a non-thermal capillary discharge plasma (NT-CDP) unit or a non-thermal slot discharge plasma (NT-SDP) unit (collectively referred to as “NT-CDP/SDP”). The NT-CDP/SDP unit includes a first electrode disposed between two dielectric layers, wherein the first electrode and dielectric layers having at least one opening (e.g., capillary or a slot) defined therethrough. A dielectric sleeve inserted into the opening, and at least one second electrode (e.g., in the shape of a pin, ring, metal wire, or tapered metal blade) is disposed in fluid communication with an associated opening. A non-thermal plasma discharge is emitted from the opening when a voltage differential is applied between the first and second electrodes. Chemical feedstock to be treated is then exposed to the non-thermal plasma.

Abstract: A microporous crystalline material of a zeolitic nature, that corresponds to the empirical formula x(M1/nXO2):yYO2:zGeO2:(1?z)TO2 wherein x has a value between 0 and 0.2; y has a value between 0 and 0.1; z has a value between 0 and 0.67; being at least one of the z, x and y above zero; M is selected between H+ and inorganic cations with a +n charge; X is at least one chemical element with a +3 oxidation status; Y is at least one chemical element with a +4 oxidation status; and T is at least one chemical element with a +4 oxidation status; and is also characterised by its X-ray diffraction pattern and its microporous properties, and can be employed as a catalyst or oxidating agent in the separation and transformation of organic compounds.

Abstract: An aluminosilicate zeolite and substituted versions designated UZM-15 have been synthesized. These zeolites are prepared using an organoammonium cation as a template in which at least one organic group has at least 2 carbon atoms. An example of such a cation is diethyldimethylammonium cation. The template can optionally comprise other organoammonium cations, alkali metals and alkaline earth metals. These UZM-15 materials can be dealuminated by various processes to provide UZM-15HS compositions. Both the UZM-15 and UZM-15HS compositions are useful as catalysts or catalyst supports in various process such as the conversion of cyclic hydrocarbons to non-cyclic hydrocarbons and olefin oligomerization.

Abstract: A catalyst and process is disclosed to selectively upgrade a paraffinic feedstock to obtain an isoparaffin-rich product for blending into gasoline. The catalyst comprises a support of a sulfated oxide or hydroxide of a Group IVB (IUPAC 4) metal, a first component of at least one lanthanide element or yttrium component, which is preferably ytterbium, and at least one platinum-group metal component which is preferably platinum.

Abstract: A process for conversion of organic compounds including contacting a catalyst formed from a CFI-type zeolite including an atomic ratio of silicon to a heteroatom of 45 or less, and long axes of crystals of 0.7 ?m or less with the organic compounds.

Abstract: An improved catalytic composite and process are disclosed for the selective disproportionation of toluene. The process uses a layered composite comprising a catalytically active core which comprises a zeolitic aluminosilicate having a SiO2:Al2O3 ratio of 8 to 50 and a relatively inactive protective mantle which preferably comprises boralite. Optionally, the composite is selectively precoked prior to toluene disproportionation. The composite and process provide improved selectivity for the production of paraxylene.

Abstract: This invention relates to a novel synthetic porous crystalline molecular sieve material, MCM-65, to a reaction mixture and method for its preparation, and to use of the MCM-65 in catalytic conversion of organic compounds. The crystalline material exhibits a distinctive X-ray diffraction pattern as shown in Table 1.

Abstract: A porous crystalline material (ITQ-21) which in its calcined form has the chemical composition X2O3:nYO2:mZO2 wherein (n+m) is at least 5, X is a trivalent element, Z is Ge, Y is at least one tetravalent element other than Ge, and the ratio is m/(n+m) is 0.0 to 0.5, and displays the X-ray diffraction values given in Table 1, and a method of preparation of the material in the presence of fluoride ions and using N(16)-methylsparteinium as structure director agent; the material being useful in its acid form and in bifunctional catalyst form in processes of catalytic cracking, hydro-cracking and alkylation of aromatics.

Abstract: EMM-3 (ExxonMobil Material number 3) is a new crystalline microporous material with a framework of tetrahedral atoms connected by atoms capable of bridging the tetrahedral atoms, the tetrahedral atom framework being defined by the interconnections between the tetrahedrally coordinated atoms in its framework. EMM-3 can be prepared in aluminophosphate (AlPO) and metalloaluminophosphate (MeAPO) compositions with the hexamethonium template. It has a unique X-ray diffraction pattern, which identifies it as a new material. EMM-3 is stable to calcination in air, absorbs hydrocarbons, and is catalytically active for hydrocarbon conversion.

Abstract: The invention is directed to a method of synthesizing aluminophosphate and silicoaluminophosphate molecular sieves and in particular to the synthesis of aluminophosphate and silicoaluminophosphate molecular sieves using the synthesis templates that contain two dimethylamino moieties in combination with hydrogen fluoride. The use of this template in combination with hydrogen fluoride results in good quality SAPO molecular sieves of CHA framework type with low levels of silicon that are produced in relatively short crystallization times.

Abstract: There is provided a process for converting hydrocarbons using a catalyst comprising macrostructures having a three-dimensional network of particles comprised of porous inorganic material. The particles of the macrostructures occupy less than 75% of the total volume of the macrostructures and are joined together to form a three-dimensional interconnected network comprised of pores having diameters greater than about 20 Å. The macrostructures can be made by forming an admixture containing a porous organic ion exchanger and a synthesis mixture capable of forming the porous inorganic material; converting the synthesis mixture to the porous inorganic material; and removing the porous organic ion exchanger from the inorganic material.

Abstract: A microporous crystalline material of a zeolitic nature that, in a calcinated and anhydrous state, has a chemical composition represented by the formula: x(M1/nXO2):yYO2:zGeO2:(1−z)TO2 wherein x has a value below 0.2, y has a value below 0.1, z has a value below 1, with at least one of x, z and y being above zero; M is H+ or at least an inorganic cation with a +n charge; X is at least one chemical element with a +3 oxidation status; Y is at least one chemical element with a + oxidation status; and T is at least one chemical element with a +4 oxidation status (Si, Ti, Sn, V), this material having a specific X-ray diffraction pattern. A method for preparation of the material and its use as a catalyst in organic compound separation and transformation processes is also described.

Abstract: A dielectric fluid comprises an isoparaffinic base oil and hydrogen donor compound. The base oil may be a hydroisomerized isoparaffinic oil, and the hydrogen donor may be a substituted, or partially saturated aromatic compound. The resulting dielectric fluid exhibits negative hydrogen gassing properties along with good oxidative stability and low temperature performance.

Abstract: A new synthetic porous crystalline material, designated EMM-1, is disclosed having, in its calcined form, the X-ray diffraction pattern of Table 2 above. Also disclosed are methods of making EMM-1 in the presence of HF using various organic nitrogen compounds as directing agents. Aluminum-containing EMM-1 can be produced either by inclusion of Al in the synthesis, or by incorporation of B or Ga in the synthesis, followed by post treatment with aluminum nitrate or other sources of Al. EMM-1 is useful as an acid catalyst and as an adsorbent.

Abstract: There is provided a substantially binder-free catalytic molecular sieve which has been modified by being ex situ selectivated with a silicon compound. The ex situ selectivation involves exposing the molecular sieve to at least two silicon impregnation sequences, each sequence comprising an impregnation with a silicon compound followed by calcination. The catalyst may be used in a hydrocarbon conversion process, such as toluene disproportionation.

Abstract: Applicants have synthesized a new crystalline aluminosilicate zeolite identified as UZM-4M. This new zeolite is obtained by treating a UZM-4 zeolite with a fluorosilicate salt to obtain a zeolite having the empirical formula: M1an+Al1-xExSiyOz where M1 is an alkali metal, alkaline earth metal, rare earth metal, hydronium ion or ammonium ion, E can be gallium, iron, boron, indium and mixtures thereof and has a Si/Al ratio of 1.5 to about 10.

Abstract: Applicants have synthesized a family of microporous aluminosilicate zeolites and substituted versions thereof which are identified as UZM-8. These new compositions can be prepared using either only one or more organoammonium cations, such as diethyldimethylammonium or ethyltrimethylammonium cations and optionally an alkali and/or an alkaline earth cation as structure directing agents. The UZM-8 compositions are described by an empirical formula of Mmn+Rrp+Al1-xExSiyOz and have a unique x-ray diffraction pattern.

Abstract: An aluminosilicate zeolite and substituted version designated UZM-16 have been synthesized. These zeolites are prepared using benzyltrimethyl-ammonium (BzTMA) cation or a combination of BzTMA and at least one other quaternary ammonium cation These zeolites have a structure that is related to offretite, but shows structurally different and distinct features. The UZM-16 zeolites can be dealuminated to form UZM-16HS zeolites which have different acidity, porosity and ion-exchange properties. Both UZM-16 and UZM-16HS are useful in various hydrocarbon conversion processes.

Abstract: Disclosed is an apparatus and process for controlling space velocity in a fluidized catalytic conversion reactor. The catalyst flux rate can be adjusted during the process of the reaction to adjust the space velocity and maintain a fast fluidized flow regime therein. The set parameter in the reactor may be pressure drop which is proportional to catalyst density.

Abstract: Disclosed is an apparatus and process for controlling reactor volume in a fluidized catalytic conversion reactor. Changing volume results in controllable residence time and/or space velocity. Reactor volume may be changed by altering the feed distributor elevation, diluent flow rate or the number of reaction subsections to which feed is distributed.

Abstract: A pyrolysis heater particularly for the cracking of hydrocarbons in the production of olefins has a burner arrangement in the firebox which directly heats the hearth of the firebox such that it becomes a radiant surface. This improves the heat flux in the lower portion of the firebox and produces a more uniform vertical heat flux profile over the firebox elevation. The base burners may fire horizontally across the hearth or may comprise porous ceramic burners as a part of the hearth. The base burners operate along with vertically firing hearth burners and optional wall burners in the upper portion of the firebox.

Abstract: A multimetallic reforming catalyst and the preparation process thereof are disclosed. Said catalyst comprises the following components on the basis of mass percent: 0.01-2.0 of a Group VIII metal, 0.01-5.0 of a Group IVA metal, 0.01-10.0 of Eu, 0.01-10.0 of Ce, 0.10-10.0 of a halogen, and 63.00-99.86 of a refractory inorganic oxide. This catalyst has relatively high activity and selectivity, low carbon deposition rate and long lifetime for reformation of naphthas.

Abstract: This invention relates to a new synthetic porous crystalline material, designated MCM-71, a method for its preparation and its use in catalytic conversion of organic compounds. The new crystalline material exhibits a distinctive X-ray diffraction pattern and has a unique 3-dimensional channel system comprising generally straight, highly elliptical channels, each of which is defined by 10-membered rings of tetrahedrally coordinated atoms, intersecting with sinusoidal channels, each of which is defined by 8-membered rings of tetrahedrally coordinated atoms.

Abstract: Applicants have synthesized a new crystalline aluminosilicate zeolite identified as UZM-4M.

Abstract: This invention relates to a new synthetic porous crystalline material, designated MCM-71, a method for its preparation and its use in catalytic conversion of organic compounds. The new crystalline material exhibits a distinctive X-ray diffraction pattern and has a unique 3-dimensional channel system comprising generally straight, highly elliptical channels, each of which is defined by 10-membered rings of tetrahedrally coordinated atoms, intersecting with sinusoidal channels, each of which is defined by 8-membered rings of tetrahedrally coordinated atoms.

Abstract: A method for inhibiting and dissolving the deposits formed on caustic or alkaline scrubbers used in scrubbing acidic gases such as carbon dioxide, hydrogen sulfide, which are formed during the pyrolytic cracking of naphtha, ethane, and propane. The cracking operations produce certain oxygenated compounds such as vinyl acetate or acetaldehyde, which undergo polymerization under alkaline condition. The vinyl acetate on hydrolysis releases acetaldehyde under alkaline conditions. Amino acids such as 6 amino caproic acid and lactams such as epsilon caprolactam not only prevent but also dissolve the polymers formed by aldol condensation.

Abstract: The present invention relates to new crystalline zeolite SSZ-50 prepared using a quaternary ammonium cation templating agent having the structure 1

Abstract: A new family of crystalline alumino-silicate zeolites has been synthesized. These zeolites are represented by the empirical formula. Mmn+Rrp+Al(1−x)ExSiyOz where M is an alkali or alkaline earth metal such as lithium and strontium, R is a nitrogen containing organic cation such as tetramethyl ammonium and E is a framework element such as gallium. They are also characterized by unique x-ray diffraction patterns and have catalytic properties for carrying out various hydrocarbon conversion processes.

Abstract: There is provided a catalyst containing porous macrostructures comprised of: (a) a three-dimensional network of particles of porous inorganic material; and, (b) at least one metal. The particles of the at least one macrostructure occupy less than 75% of the total volume of the at least one macrostructure and are jointed together to form a three-dimensional interconnected network. The three-dimensional interconnected network will usually be comprised of pores having diameters greater than about 20 Å. The macrostructures can be made by forming an admixture containing a porous organic ion exchanger and a synthesis mixture capable of forming the porous inorganic material and the at least one metal; converting the synthesis mixture to the porous inorganic material; and removing the porous organic ion exchanger from the inorganic material. The metal-containing macrostructures find application in hydrocarbon conversion and in the reduction of emissions.

Abstract: A fixed-bed reactor is described for carrying out reactions of fluid reaction mixtures in the presence of a particulate heterogeneous catalyst having a structured packing which forms interstices in the reactor interior, in which the quotient of the hydraulic diameter for the fluid flow through the structured packing and the equivalent diameter of the catalyst particles is in the range from 2 to 20, preferably in the range from 5 to 10, to such an extent that the catalyst particles are introduced into the interstices, loosely distributed and discharged under the action of gravity.

Abstract: A process for preparing hydrocarbons in the lube base oil range, lube base oils and lube oil compositions from a fraction with an average molecular weight above a target molecular weight and a fraction with an average molecular weight below a target molecular weight via molecular averaging is described. The fractions can be obtained, for example, from Fischer-Tropsch reactions, and/or obtained from the distillation of crude oil. Molecular averaging converts the fractions to a product with a desired molecular weight, for use in preparing a lube oil composition. The product can optionally be isomerized to lower the pour point, and also can be blended with suitable additives for use as a lube oil composition.

Abstract: The invention relates to an acidic silicoaluminate solid that has a microporous zeolitic phase that is characterized by at least one infrared band between 400-1600 cm−1, an organized mesoporosity that is characterized by the presence of at least one X-diffraction line between 20-100 Å, a silica/alumina molar ratio of between 5-250 and an acidity that is measured by infrared analysis via an area of the band at about 1545 cm−1 at least equal to 50 g of dry solid. The invention also relates to a process for the preparation of the solid, a substrate that consists of solid and at least one matrix, and a catalyst that comprises said solid. The catalyst can be used for the conversion of hydrocarbons and in particular hydrocracking.

Abstract: The present invention relates to new crystalline zeolite SSZ-47 prepared using a bicyclo ammonium cation templating agent.

Abstract: This invention relates to a new synthetic porous crystalline material, designated MCM-71, a method for its preparation and its use in catalytic conversion of organic compounds. The new crystalline material exhibits a distinctive X-ray diffraction pattern and has a unique 3-dimensional channel system comprising generally straight, highly elliptical channels, each of which is defined by 10-membered rings of tetrahedrally coordinated atoms, intersecting with sinusoidal channels, each of which is defined by 8-membered rings of tetrahedrally coordinated atoms.

Abstract: A particulate catalyst is regenerated by upward transport in a combustor having an extended length and separated from combustion gases with a single stage of cyclones. The extended length combustor ends with a termination device arranged to tangentially discharge particulate catalyst and gases into an open disengaging vessel and to achieve a high separation efficiency. Initial high separation efficiency provided by the termination device permits a single downstream stage of cyclones to reduce particulate emissions to acceptable levels. The combination of the separation device and the extended combustor can accommodate changes in particulate densities in the extended combustor without inducing cyclone overload.

Abstract: A new synthetic porous crystalline material, designated ITQ-13, is disclosed having, in its calcined form, the X-ray diffraction pattern of Table 2 above. Also disclosed are methods of making ITQ-13 in its silicate and borosilicate forms in the presence of HF using hexamethonium dihydroxide as a directing agent and hydolyzed tetraethylorthosilicate as a silica source. Aluminum-containing ITQ-13 can be produced by Al exchange of the borosilicate material. ITQ-13 is useful as an acid catalyst and as an adsorbent.

Abstract: A new synthetic porous crystalline material, designated ITQ-12, is disclosed having, in its calcined form, the X-ray diffraction pattern of Table 2 herein. Also disclosed are methods of making ITQ-12 in its silicate, aluminosilicate and borosilicate forms in the presence of HF using 1,3,5-trimethylimidazole as a directing agent and hydolyzed tetraethylorthosilicate as a silica source. ITQ-12 is useful in the conversion of methanol to olefins and as an adsorbent.

Abstract: Molecular sieves comprising (1) phosphorus oxide; (2) a first oxide comprising an oxide of silicon, germanium or mixtures thereof; and (3) a second oxide comprising an oxide of aluminum, boron or mixtures thereof, said molecular sieve having a mole ratio of the first oxide to the second oxide of greater than 1, containing at least about 10 weight percent phosphorus oxide in the crystal framework, and having pores greater than 5 Å in diameter are useful as catalysts in hydrocarbon conversion reactions.

Abstract: A low silica AFI zeolite and a high purity gmelinite zeolite that have a SiO2/Al2O3 ratio of about 10 or less are provided.

Abstract: Applicants have synthesized a new aluminosilicate zeolite identified as UZM-4. This new zeolite has the BPH morphology and is structurally related to zeolite Q. UZM-4 has en empirical formula of Mmn+Rrp+Al1−xExSiyOz where M is an alkali or alkaline earth metal ion, R can be a quaternary ammonium ion and E can be gallium, iron, boron, chromium, indium and mixtures thereof. The Si/Al ratio can range from 1.5 to about 4.

Abstract: An apparatus for carrying out a multi-step process of converting hydrocarbon fuel to a substantially pure hydrogen gas feed includes a plurality of reaction zones arranged in a common reaction chamber. The multi-step process includes: providing a fuel to the fuel processor so that as the fuel reacts and forms the hydrogen rich gas, the intermediate gas products pass through each reaction zone as arranged in the reactor to produce the hydrogen rich gas.

Abstract: A method for regenerating a hydrocarbon conversion catalyst wherein at least a portion of a halogen-containing compound is precombusted in a precombustion zone, and the catalyst is regenerated in the presence of the halogen. By precombusting the halogen-containing compound in a precombustion zone rather than in the regeneration zone, this invention decreases the risk of permanent catalyst deactivation and of costly equipment damage in the regeneration zone. This method is adaptable to many processes for the catalyst conversion of hydrocarbons in which deactivated catalyst particles are regenerated in a moving bed.

Abstract: Production of atmospheric distillate from a hydrocarbon feedstock that comprises a stage for the formation of a gas mixture that contains hydrogen and carbon monoxide, an at least partial conversion stage of the gas mixture that is obtained so as to obtain a liquid effluent that contains hydrocarbons and a gas effluent that contains carbon dioxide, a stage for treating the gas effluent under conditions that make it possible to eliminate the carbon dioxide at least partly, a first stage of fractionation of the liquid fraction, an isomerizing hydrocracking stage in the presence of hydrogen and a second fractionation stage.

Abstract: The present invention relates to new crystalline zeolite SSZ-47 prepared using a bicyclo ammonium cation templating agent.

Abstract: A method to rapidly characterize the hydrocarbon chemistry of heavy residual petroleum mixtures uses three model equations for predicting aromatic carbon content, aromatic hydrogen content and total hydrogen content of the heavy residual oil. The predictive equations are based on three easily measured bulk properties including refractive index, specific gravity and the Watson K factor.