Acetic Acid Equipment – Sipchem (Sahara International Petrochemical Company)
Over a period spanning nearly two decades, Coek supplied key process equipment for Sipchem’s acetic acid production lines in Jubayl. The equipment includes reactors and columns clad with high-grade Hastelloy alloys and Zirconium, engineered for highly corrosive process conditions under Eastman’s technology.
Scope of work
- Hastelloy C2000-clad reactors
- Columns in Hastelloy C276 and C22
- Columns in Zirconium R702
- Reactors in Hastelloy C276 clad
Material Highlights
- Hastelloy C2000, C276, and C22 for acid resistance and mechanical durability
- Zirconium R702 for resistance in chloride-based environments
- Clad construction for cost-efficient corrosion protection
This long-term collaboration illustrates Coek’s consistency in delivering corrosion-resistant process equipment for acetic acid production. The use of alloys ensures reliable operation under continuous exposure to highly corrosive process conditions, contributing to plant efficiency and lifecycle performance.