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The Catalyst Behind More Efficient Refining
HCAT® is HTI’s proprietary liquid-phase catalyst designed to upgrade resid and other heavy feedstocks under demanding conditions. Unlike traditional solid catalysts, HCAT® is a highly active, nanoscale dispersion which distributes evenly throughout the entirety of the reactor system to improve hydrogen transfer, and minimize fouling. The result? Improved sediment and fouling control at maximum conversion.
Why It Works So Well
Dispersed
Efficiency
The nanoscale dispersed catalyst provides maximum activity at ppm dosage levels.
Improved Reliability, Higher Yields
HCAT® reduces sedimentation and unit fouling, helping refiners meet operational targets at maximum conversion.
Operational Flexibility
Tunable dosage of the HCAT catalyst provides a rapid response in unit performance.
Renewable -
Ready
Flexibility to handle renewable liquids and waste-derived feeds.
Pilot to Commercial Alignment
Proven at pilot and commercial scale—so you can validate your process with confidence.
Over 15 Years of Commercial Success
HCAT® has been deployed in commercial resid hydrocracking and co-processing applications worldwide. Customers report longer run lengths, improved product properties, and increased net conversion across a wide range of feedstocks.
Backed by Pilot Testing
HCAT® is supported by HTI’s pilot plant services, where clients and prospects can evaluate process performance with specific catalysts and feedstocks before full-scale deployment. Our pilots mimic real commercial operating conditions—including pressure, temperature, and space velocity—to deliver timely meaningful results.
Over 15 Years of Commercial Success
HCAT® has been deployed in commercial resid hydrocracking and co-processing applications worldwide. Customers report longer run lengths, improved product properties, and increased net conversion across a wide range of feedstocks.
Backed by Pilot Testing
HCAT® is supported by HTI’s pilot plant services, where clients and prospects can evaluate process performance with specific catalysts and feedstocks before full-scale deployment. Our pilots mimic real commercial operating conditions—including pressure, temperature, and space velocity—to deliver timely meaningful results.
Converting Questions to Answers
A: HCAT® is used in resid hydrocracking to control sediment and fouling at maximum operating severity.
A: Yes. HCAT® is designed to be injected directly into existing units without major unit modifications.
A: Heavy crude, residuum, VGO, waste-derived oils, renewable liquids, and more.
A: Yes. It’s designed for compatibility with a wide range of alternative and renewable feeds.
A: HTI offers commercial references and pilot testing services to validate the process performance on your specific feed.
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