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Automation software and advanced digital technologies to maximise performance at the world’s third-largest crude tall oil biorefinery, accelerating the transition to cleaner fuels. Emerson and Neste to optimise Fintoil biorefinery
agement for the project, Neste Engineering Solutions will also be responsible for delivering the entire application software for the new CTO biorefinery. Fintoil, together with Neste Engineering Solutions, will implement Emerson’s DeltaV™ distributed control system, DeltaV safety in- strumented system, and DeltaV Live operator interface software to enable efficient produc - tion, greater visibility of operational perfor- mance and process, and emergency shutdown for improved plant and worker safety. Advanced measurement technologies that have minimal maintenance requirements and diagnostics made available through Emerson’s asset management software will enhance equip- ment reliability and performance, contributing to greater plant availability and throughput, and lower cost of ownership. Construction of the facility is expected to be completed soon. The expected annual capac- ity of 200 000 tons will create a 400 000-ton reduction in carbon dioxide emissions, which is roughly 1% of Finland’s total emissions. www.emerson.com
To reduce project risk and ensure schedule and budget are maintained, Emerson will apply its Project Certainty methodology, which digital- ises project execution and uses practices such as remote testing of equipment. And to enhance plant security performance, Emerson consul- tancy services will advise on the implementation of cybersecurity best practices. “Emerson expertise and technologies are playing a significant role in helping companies achieve their ambitious decarbonisation and environmental sustainability goals, including the accelerated transition to cleaner fuels,” said Mark Bulanda, executive president of Emerson’s Automation Solutions business. “Our project expertise and latest advanced digital solutions are not only helping Fintoil develop the pro- duction capacity of a sustainable fuel, but also optimising plant efficiency to lower its overall environmental impact. We are very pleased to have Neste Engineering Solutions as a partner in this project because of its extensive experience in the CTO business.” In addition to providing NEXPINUS, engi- neering procurement and construction man-
F intoil, together with Neste Engineer- ing Solutions, has selected Emerson’s automation software and technolo- gies to maximise the operational per- formance of its biorefinery being constructed in the port of Hamina-Kotka, Finland. The plant will be the third-largest crude tall oil (CTO) biorefinery in the world and will produce advanced biofuel and biochemical feedstocks that help lower emissions and reduce reliance on fossil-based fuels. The plant will refine CTO, a by-product of the wood pulping process, to produce a sustainable feedstock for renewable second-generation die- sel, as well as rosin, sterol pitch and turpentine for the chemicals, foodstuffs and pharmaceuti- cals industries. These CTO derivatives have a carbon footprint up to 90% smaller than their fossil-based equivalents. “This state-of-the-art facility, which uti- lises Neste Engineering Solutions’ NEXPINUS™ technology, uses 40% less energy than a conventional tall oil refinery, and is the perfect example of efficient and sustainable production that supports the circular economy,” explained Fintoil CEO, Jukka Ravaska. “Working with Neste Engineering Solutions and Emerson to implement the latest digital automation tech- nologies will enable us to operate the plant safely and efficiently, minimise operating costs and deliver large-scale production of biofuel and biochemicals as a viable alternative to fossil- based products.” The Fintoil biorefinery under construction, which will be optimised for efficient and sustainable operations by Emerson and Neste.
The state-of-the-art Fintoil facility utilises Neste Engineering Solutions’ NEXPINUS™ technology, which uses 40% less energy than a conventional tall oil refinery.
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