Crude Oil Processing

Filtration equipment in petroleum refineries are used to separate catalyst fines from slurry oil by using sintered metal mesh porous screens to achieve the long term service of catalyst. Slurry oil filtration is performed by using durable filter screens. The filtration media inhibits the removal of downstream catalyst contamination. Use of sintered mesh is a reliable way to achieve good quality slurry oil by decreasing catalyst concentration. The sintered mesh can be backwash cleaned. Elimination of fines enhances the product yield, increasing the price value of filtered product and also limits the wear and tear of downstream equipment besides to enhancing the catalyst recover and handling process.

Porous Metal Filters filtration media for crude oil development is centered around sintered wire mesh. Laminated woven wire mesh provides a physically accurate opening for consistent and reliable filtration. Porous Metal Filters has the technology to manufacture the highest quality media and can provide data certifying the strength and alloy. Porous Metal Filters can provide fully completed components and semi-finished medias for crude oil processing applications.

• Mesh cut to size for manway openings
• Stitched or welded seams
• Custom patterns that meet your requirements
• Bolt holes for hold down rings.
• Wide range of openings, from ½” down to 5 microns
• Wide range of alloys, including 304ss and 316ss stainless steel and other nickel-based alloys

PMF has a wide variety of woven and welded mesh available to provide fast turn-around for crude oil processing projects. Custom weaves and mesh are available for specialty products.