
In
general, each process unit is cleaned by recirculation of
ETI
Cleaning & Gas-Freeing Solution using the unit's
pumps. All vessels and exchangers are liquid filled except for
large columns such as main fractionators or isostrippers, which
are cascaded. The solution is heated to a temperature range of
180°F to 200°F using process unit reboilers, furnaces,
and/or direct steam injection. The goal is to provide adequate
flow through the entire system while minimizing the amount of
temporary connections and blinding required prior to the start
of the cleaning.