Hydrocracking unicracking process

Reno, M. (1997) UOP unicracking process for hydrocracking, in Handbook of Petroleum Refining Processes, 2nd edn (ed. R.A. Myers), McGraw-Hill, pp. 7.41-7.49. 

HC Unibon [Hydrocracking] A version of the hydrocracking process for simultaneously hydrogenating and cracking various liquid petroleum fractions to form branched-chain hydrocarbon mixtures of lower molecular weight. The catalyst is dual-functional, typically silica and alumina with a base metal, in a fixed bed. Developed by UOP. By 1988,46 licenses had been granted. Currently offered under the name Unicracking. 

Lomax An outdated name for a hydrocracking process now offered under the name Unicracking. 

LPG Unibon An outdated UOP version of the hydrocracking process for simultaneously hydrogenating and cracking a naphtha petroleum fraction to form C3 and C4 hydrocarbons. In 1992 the technology was offered under the umbrella of Unicracking. 

HyCycle An advanced hydrocracking process that maximizes the yield of diesel fuel. Several engineering modifications are involved. Also known as HyCycle Unicracking. Developed by UOP in 2000. 

One of the major applications of crystalline zeolites is as catalytic materials for petroleum refining processes. A prime use is in catalytic cracking, which is the major conversion process in today s refineries. Another growing use is in hydrocracking, such as the Unicracking-JHC process, which gives the refiner added flexibility in oils which can be processed and products which can be made. 

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