About the Amine Gas Sweetening and Sulphur Recovery Course

Time Training Center's 5-day/30-hour Amine Gas Sweetening and Sulphur Recovery course delivers a comprehensive understanding of critical gas processing technologies. ​It equips you with the skills to design, operate, and troubleshoot systems that remove contaminants from natural gas, essential for meeting environmental and industry standards.​

The course explores the necessity of gas sweetening in light of increasing demand for cleaner fuels and the presence of contaminants like H₂S and CO₂ in raw natural gas. You will gain practical and theoretical insights into the operating principles of amine gas sweetening and Claus-based sulphur recovery units, including modern tail gas treatment systems like SCOT and Thiopaq technologies.

Through a mix of conceptual learning, interactive workshops, and case-based studies, our course helps professionals analyse key design parameters. It also covers identifying common operational problems, such as foaming and corrosion and applying optimisation techniques to enhance system performance and energy efficiency. It prepares participants to integrate and optimise gas treatment processes with a focus on reliability, efficiency, and crucial environmental compliance in the dynamic energy sector.

Amine Gas Sweetening and Sulphur Recovery Course Objectives

​By the end of this Amine Gas Sweetening and Sulphur Recovery training course, participants will be able to:​

• Understand the operating principles of amine gas sweetening units and their integration with gas processing facilities.
• Analyse key design parameters and operational factors affecting sulphur recovery units.
• Identify and troubleshoot common problems such as amine degradation, foaming, corrosion, and salt buildup.
• Apply optimisation techniques to enhance the performance and energy efficiency of gas treating systems.
• Evaluate Claus process limitations and explore extended configurations such as EUROCLAUS and SuperClaus.
• Understand the mechanisms and applications of tail gas treatment technologies.
• Address environmental and safety considerations related to sulphur emissions and byproduct handling.

Training Methodology

We employ a comprehensive and applied learning strategy, integrating theory with real-world implementation:

• 30% Conceptual Learning: Expert-led sessions on catalytic theory and engineering principles
• 20% Interactive Workshops: Group exercises, presentations, and technical discussion forums
• 30% Case-Based Learning: Industry-specific examples and troubleshooting scenarios
• 20% Technology Integration: Digital tools, simulations, and catalyst modeling applications

Note: Instructors may adjust the training approach to fit technical requirements or participant engagement levels.

Course Instructor:

Our courses are delivered by highly qualified instructors with extensive experience in both industry and academia. With decades of hands-on expertise across a wide range of technical disciplines, our instructors are dedicated to providing high-quality, impactful training that equips participants with practical knowledge and skills they can immediately apply. Full instructor profiles are available upon request.

Course Fees

The course fee includes the following:

• Course Materials: Comprehensive participant materials, including lecture notes, slides, and case study documents. (Tablet or IPAD)
• Coffee/Tea: Provided on arrival and during morning and afternoon breaks to keep participants refreshed.
• Buffet Lunch: Served daily to ensure participants have an opportunity to network and recharge during lunch breaks.

Who Should Attend Our Amine Gas Sweetening and Sulphur Recovery Course?

This training course is highly beneficial for professionals engaged in gas treatment operations, engineering, and maintenance, including:

• Process and Mechanical Engineers
• Maintenance and Project Engineers
• Operations Technicians and Supervisors
• Inspection Engineers and Technologists
• Staff from refineries, petrochemical facilities, and gas processing plants
• It is also suitable for both technical and non-technical personnel seeking a thorough understanding of amine gas sweetening and sulphur recovery technologies.

Course Outline

Module 1: Fundamentals of Natural Gas Processing

• Pre-Test assessment of existing knowledge
• Properties of hydrocarbons and natural gas types
• Associated, non-associated, and unconventional gas sources
• LNG and NGL production overview
• Characteristics of Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG)
• Environmental and safety regulations
• Natural gas quality and specification standards

Module 2: Gas Treating Requirements and Contaminant Management

• Identification and behavior of gas stream contaminants
• Gas dehydration technologies: glycols vs. solid desiccants
• Removal of mercury, nitrogen, and other trace components
• Chemistry and selection of amine gas sweetening processes
• System configurations and amine filtration techniques

Module 3: Alkanolamine Treating Systems

• Process flow and description of typical amine units
• Engineering and design considerations for amine systems
• Equipment selection and construction materials
• Operational challenges and mitigation strategies:
• Foaming control
• Amine degradation and solvent losses
• Heat-stable salts and corrosion

Module 4: Sulphur Recovery Processes – Claus and Beyond

• Claus reaction chemistry and equilibrium limitations
• Process flow of the Claus system and modification options
• Design principles and mechanical integration
• Enhanced technologies: EUROCLAUS and Thiopaq overview
• Troubleshooting sulfur recovery units
• Practical exercises in Claus process calculations

Module 5: Tail Gas Treatment and Emission Control

• Tail gas handling techniques and process options
• Operation and advantages of the SCOT process
• Control of particulates, mercury, and other toxic emissions
• Incineration systems and emission thresholds
• Sulfur product handling, storage, and transport
• Safety protocols and environmental compliance strategies

Module 6: Capstone and Assessment

• Review of Core Topics and Key Learnings
• Final Group Discussion and Q&A
• Post-Test Evaluation
• Certificate Presentation

Real-world Scenarios:

Participants will engage in discussions and activities based on actual industrial challenges, including:

• Diagnosing foaming issues in amine units
• Maximising sulfur recovery efficiency in Claus systems
• Integration of gas treating processes with upstream units
• Evaluation of equipment corrosion patterns
• Operational improvements in tail gas treatment systems

Course Completion Certificate

Upon completing your course at Time Training Center, you will be awarded an official Course Completion Certificate, recognising your achievement and the skills you've gained. This certificate validates your expertise and reflects the high standards of training you've undergone.