Economics of Methanol-to-Olefins Process Report 12242
About This Report This report presents the economics of polymer grade (PG) propylene production from methanol using a methanol-to-olefins (MTO) process. The process examined is similar to UOP/Norsk Hydro MTO process. In this process, methanol is converted to light olefins. Besides propylene, polymer grade ethylene is also generated as co-product in the process. An up-to-date economic analysis is provided covering one-time costs associated with the construction of a United States-based industrial plant and continuing costs associated with its daily operation. Keywords: PG Propylene, Fluidized-Bed Reactor, Propene, Ethene, Methyl Alcohol, On-Purpose Propylene Production
Suitable for Teams Needing a Solid Understanding of Industrial Processes Costs
Key Reference(s): Funk, G.A., et al., "A Different Game Plan", Hydrocarbon Engineering, December 2013.
Report Coverage INTRODUCTION ABOUT PROPYLENE ▪
Description and applications
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Production pathways diagram
PROCESS OVERVIEW ▪
Product(s) generated and raw material(s)
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Physico-chemistry highlights
Know the Investment Required
INDUSTRIAL SITE ▪
Description of production units (ISBL) and site infrastructure (OSBL)
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Key process input & output figures and labor requirements
CAPITAL INVESTMENT ▪
Total fixed capital required (ISBL investment; OSBL investment and contingency)
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Working capital and costs incurred during industrial plant commissioning and start-up
PRODUCTION COST ▪
Manufacturing variable costs (raw materials, utilities)
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Manufacturing fixed costs (e.g., labor and maintenance costs, operating charges, plant overhead)
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Depreciation and corporate overhead costs
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Production cost history (4-year timeframe)
PROCESS ECONOMICS SUMMARY ▪
Product value analysis
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Return on capital employed (ROCE)
MULTI-REGIONAL FIXED CAPITAL ANALYSIS REFERENCES & ANALYSIS METHODOLOGY
Examine the Operating Costs & Raw Materials Consumption
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To quickly screen and assess capital investment options
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General Features of This Report ▪
Up-to-Date. This report is based on current technical and economic data. This unique feature ensures clients will always access reliable assessments which enable them to make timely and well-informed decisions.
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Unbiased & Independent. The present report provides unbiased perspectives on the Propylene Production Process examined, through independent and objective assessments.
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