Petrochemical Seminar

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Course Topics

Petroleum Overview
- Typical process streams
- Refinery process diagram
- Typical Test Methods
Chromatography Basics
- Separation Theory
- Packed Columns vs Capillary Columns
- GLC vs GSC / PLOTs
Inlets and Detectors
- Inlet Systems—Split/Splitless and Valve Systems
- Detectors Terminology and Theory
- Detector Operation—FID, TCD, MS
Valving and Automation
- Overview of Sampling and Switching Valves
Petrochemical Applications
- Laboratory Testing—Simulated Distillation, PONA
- Process Testing—BTU, Refinery Gas, Sulfur Analysis

These full-day courses are presented in an engaging multimedia format and contain a wealth of knowledge, with problem-solving exercises to reinforce understanding of important principles. Each course contains practical information for analysts of all experience levels, from beginner to veteran.

$200 per person
Materials, and morning refreshments!

Cancellations made 10 days prior to the seminar will be issued a 100% refund. No refund is given for cancellations made without 10 days notice. If you cannot attend the seminar, you may send someone in your place by calling in advance (800-356-1688 or 814-353-1300, ext. 3) with the name of the substitute. Although seminars are seldom cancelled, we do reserve the right to cancel them if factors beyond our control arise. Therefore, we strongly advise you to purchase only refundable travel tickets. Restek is not responsible for any non-refundable travel expenses.

Choose the topic that best matches your work, at a convenient site—or, we'll come to your facility. Find out more or contact Rick Parmely for additional details.

Comprehensive HPLC
This course is solid initiation into the fundamentals and best practices of this widely used technique. The course encompasses practical information for analysts of all experience levels, beginner to veteran.

LC/MS Training Seminar
This seminar is an excellent introduction to this rapidly growing technique. Course topics include principles and theory of HPLC, modes of separation, overview of LC/MS, LC/MS interfaces, types of mass analyzers, LC/MS method development, basic spectral interpretation, and troubleshooting and maintenance of an LC/MS system.

GC/MS Training Seminar
Gain practical knowledge of mass spectrometric detectors, GC inlets and injection techniques, GC column selection, basic spectral interpretation, and maintenance and troubleshooting.

Comprehensive Capillary GC
This course is a solid initiation into the fundamentals and best practices of this widely used technique. You can gain practical knowledge of GC inlets and injection techniques, GC column selection, detector systems, and maintenance and troubleshooting.

Headspace Seminar
Topics include definitions and background, basic principles of headspace analysis, partitioning and equilibrium, sample introduction and preparation, column and system maintenance and troubleshooting, qualitative and quantitative analysis, and forensic headspace applications and new technologies.

Environmental Analyses: Extractables & Purgeables
Topics include sample preparation, cleanup, and analysis of extractables (semivolatile organics, organochlorine pesticides, PCBs), sample introduction and analysis of purgeables (volatile organics), ambient air sampling of volatile and semivolatile organics, and air sampling materials.

Petrochemical Seminar
Overview of Petrochemical Testing, Basic Gas Chromatography Fundamentals and Theory, GC Detector Design and Function, Sample and Switching Valve Basics, Laboratory and Process Analytical Procedures for Petroleum Products.