Hydroprocessing

In the high-stakes world of fuel refining, performance and precision are non-negotiable. Hydroprocessing units must operate under extreme conditions—removing impurities, upgrading feedstocks, and extending catalyst life. Evonik delivers advanced main bed catalysts and complementary services that optimize reactor performance, protect valuable catalysts, and support efficient, reliable, and sustainable hydroprocessing operations. 

Why Choose Evonik for Hydroprocessing?

• Proven Performance: Trusted brands like Excel®, actiCAT®, and OctaMax® ensure consistent quality and operational reliability.

• Sustainability at the Core: Our regeneration and rejuvenation services help reduce waste, extend catalyst life, and lower environmental impact.

• Tailored Solutions: From high performance main bed catalysts to metal traps and catalyst activation, our portfolio adapts to your unit’s specific needs.

Solutions by Application Area

Catalyst Activity & Performance Enhancement

Maximize performance and reduce costs with advanced hydroprocessing catalyst technologies:

• Excel® – Restoration of catalyst activity back to original levels to extend catalyst life.

• OctaMax® – Advanced reuse technology for FCC naphtha units with high HDS activity and maximized octane retention.

• actiCAT® – Ex situ activation to ease startups and reduce downtime.

Regeneration & Lifecycle Services

Extend the life of your fixed-bed catalysts and reduce operational costs:

• Catalyst Regeneration – Expert services to restore catalyst activity and reduce waste.

• Spent Hydroprocessing Catalyst Services – Safe, compliant handling and recycling of spent catalysts.

• Length Grading® – Customized particle sizing for optimized particle length and pressure drop control.

Fixed Bed Catalyst Support & Grading

Ensure optimal flow distribution, mechanical stability, and protection of active catalyst beds:

• CatGuard® – High-performance active and inert materials designed to trap particulates and protect downstream catalysts.

• Durocel® – Engineered ceramic support media for mechanical strength and thermal resistance.

Metal Traps 

Protect your system from contamination and premature deactivation:

• CatGuard® – Advanced metal trap technology for capturing contaminants and extending catalyst life.

The Evonik Advantage

• Operational Efficiency: Reduce downtime, pressure drop, and catalyst replacement frequency.

• Sustainable Innovation: Regeneration and reuse services support circular economy goals.

• Technical Expertise: Our specialists work with you to design optimal catalyst bed layers including grading and support systems tailored to your reactor configuration.

Ready to Refine with Confidence?

Discover how Evonik’s Hydroprocessing solutions can help you maximize uptime, protect assets, and operate more sustainably.

Explore our solutions or contact us today to start your journey toward smarter hydroprocessing performance.