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Hydrocarbon Processing

Overview

Oil and gas exploration...refineries...petrochemical/chemical
plants...gas processing units...distribution networks.
Perfomance expectations for each of these hydrocarbon
processing industry (HPI) operations have never been
greater. Key to achieving and maintaining this performance
level are the many gases employed in this multipurpose
industry. Meeting today’s complex hydrocarbon processing
challenges requires more than a reliable, single-source
supplier of industrial gases. It takes a total solutions
company like Praxair.
As a world leader in manufacturing and distributing atmo-
spheric, process and specialty gases, Praxair is uniquely
positioned to apply unparalleled systems and resources
to create innovative, cost-effective solutions for the hydro-
carbon processing industry – now and in the future. Refining
Praxair hydrocarbon processing solutions will help improve
productivity, increase capacity, reduce emissions and enable Refiners worldwide rely on Praxair’s extensive product
performance monitoring and tracking. From bulk quantities capabilities, high-quality processes, vast distribution
to 17-liter portables, Praxair offers the largest selection of network and commitment to customer service and
gases, containers, and delivery systems in the industry. satisfaction. Pipeline and on-site production...bulk, tube
trailer and cylinder supply...a complete line of equipment
Industry Wide Association Interface and accessories – Praxair offers a full spectrum of products
Most customers have individual needs, but in some cases and services to meet your needs.
problems are evaluated and resolved under the umbrella Please refer to page D•177 for information on the products
of a trade or industry wide association. Praxair works with that support the refining industry.
many of these organizations, including ASTM D-2, D-3,
GPA, WSPA and API.

Natural Gas Petrochemical

From the well head to the power plant, Praxair delivers Praxair’s specialty gases production facilities provide pro-
products and services needed by the natural gas industry. ducts for petro-chemical and petroleum related products.
Supported by the most extensive distribution network in Including a wide range of both pure organics and mixtures
North America, Praxair is dedicated to exploring new and the delivery systems to support them. Praxair is the
and innovative solutions to the nation’s energy and natural hydrocarbon processing industry’s preferred supplier.
gas demands. Please refer to page D•183 for information on the products
Please refer to D•182 for information on the products that support the petrochemical industry.
that support the natural gas industry.

Processing
Hydrocarbon
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