Oil Refineries & Chemical Plants
Refining & Chemical Processing Steel: At-A-Glance
Specialized Grades: A516-70 (HIC Tested), A387 (Chrome-Moly), A514 (High-Yield), A285-C.
Primary Applications: Distillation columns, pressure vessels, storage tanks, and scrubbers.
Key Challenges Solved: Hydrogen-induced cracking (HIC), “sour service” environments, and chemical corrosion.
Processing: High-precision plate burning for custom vessel components.
Delaware Valley Steel offers a host of products and services that cater to an array of specialized services and industries, including oil refinery and chemical plant construction projects. When it comes to processing and distributing highly corrosive chemicals, you need a guarantee that you are using steel designed for the utmost strength and quality even when put under extensive pressure. Other material options for chemical plants include stainless steel, steel alloys, titanium, and many more. A variety of things must be considered, including corrosion resistance, dependent on the chemical being processed, cost, and expected operating life. All of these have a significant effect on the material you choose. Suppose your choice is high-quality steel for an oil refinery or chemical plant construction project. In that case, Delaware Valley Steel is your steel plate supplier, with local delivery options available for Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Delaware, and Maryland, as well as nationwide shipping.
Steel for Every Occasion
Chemical and oil refinery plants consist of a large collection of different extensive machinery and equipment, from boilers, to conveyors, to generators, to heat exchangers – just to name a few. Most of this equipment may come in contact with flammable and corrosive materials. When it comes to chemical processing equipment, make sure you have the best possible steel at the foundation of the machinery.
Reach Out To Our Team
Delaware Valley Steel serves the Philadelphia area as a premier steel plate distributor. We offer unparalleled quality and top-notch processing and delivery services. For all of your steel questions and needs, call us at 800 322 4130 today, and we’d be happy to answer any questions you may have.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Why is HIC testing important for refinery steel plates?
A: In chemical and oil refining, steel is often exposed to wet $H_2S$ (sour service). Hydrogen-induced cracking (HIC) tested steel, like our specialized A516-70, ensures the material won’t develop internal cracks that lead to catastrophic vessel failure.
Q: What steel is best for chemical storage tanks versus pressure vessels?
A: For standard atmospheric storage tanks, ASTM A285-C or A516-70 is common. For high-pressure distillation or hydroprocessing, ASTM A387 alloy is required to handle the combination of high pressure and chemical reactivity.
Q: Can DVS handle custom shapes for refinery maintenance?
A: Yes. We specialize in rapid turnaround for refinery “turnarounds” or emergency repairs, providing custom-burned shells, heads, and manway plates to exact specifications.
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Delaware Valley Steel
2249 Manor Ave
Upper Darby, PA 19082
Phone: (800) 322-4130
Fax: (610) 449-4337