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Join us for the Delayed Coking program at RefComm Galveston 2025

Training: April 28-29, 2025 | Conference April 30 - May 2, 2025

Since its inception in 2001, RefComm has emerged as the premier global conference for delayed coking (DCU) technology, equipment, and operational best practices. For a quarter of a century, industry professionals from around the world have gathered at RefComm to exchange knowledge, discuss innovations, and explore the latest advancements in delayed coking.

Our unwavering commitment to excellence has firmly established our reputation as the go-to event for operators and engineers in the field. Priority is given to refinery-supported presentations and open discussion breakouts facilitate knowledge sharing amongst a cohesive coker community, comprising DCU operators, skilled mechanical and reliability technicians, experienced maintenance and process engineers, knowledgeable supervisors, and a diverse array of EPCs and vendors. Our collaborative approach fosters continuous learning from one another's expertise, leading to consistent improvements in productivity and performance.

Core conference topics:

  • safe unit operation
  • process optimization
  • preventive maintenance programs
  • start-up & commissioning
  • turnaround support & troubleshooting
  • lessons learned
  • best practices

Whether you’re an experienced operator, a technology provider, or new to the field, RefComm offers a treasure trove of knowledge and resources to keep you ahead of the curve. Our technical conference program is designed to provide practical insights that can be directly applied to enhance efficiency, reduce downtime, and boost the overall performance of your operations.

Together, we can propel the future of refinery technology and ensure continued success in our industry. Mark your calendars for RefComm Galveston 2025 and get ready to engage with the brightest minds in the business.

Share your Expertise

The Call for Presentations is Open!

Submit your abstract before January 30th for priority consideration.

We invite refinery personnel and industry SMEs to share their operational lessons learned and their expertise at this annual three-day conference. 

SUBMIT YOUR ABSTRACT

New for 2025!

Focused Breakout: Coke Solids Handling

Solids handling is typically a challenge for refiners who specialize in liquids and gases. However, efficiently moving produced petcoke from the unit to its final point of sale is crucial, especially since most coke handling systems have single points of failure. Operators and maintenance teams have taken extraordinary measures to keep these systems operational. To address these challenges, we are organizing an intensive afternoon breakout session at RefComm 2025, featuring SMEs from specialized coke handling companies. We invite engineers, operators (crane, loader, board), and maintenance reliability technicians to join us in sharing best practices, new technologies, and safety lessons.

Coker Safety Group at RefComm Galveston 2025

May 2, 2025

Safe Drum Processing

Facilitated by Evan Hyde, Coking.com

Join this elite gathering of industry professionals at the Coker Safety Group (CSG) event in 2025, where the spotlight will be on "Safe Drum Processing." This year, CSG delves into one of the most critical aspects of delayed coking operations: the ability to effectively manage abnormal situations during the offline coke drum cycle. The reality of operating in this field means that unexpected events are not just possible, but inevitable—often striking at the least convenient times. That’s why having well-developed standard operating procedures (SOPs) in place is essential for ensuring safety and minimizing operational disruptions.

The CSG event will offer a deep dive into real-world scenarios contributed by over 30 leading operating companies from around the globe. These companies bring their firsthand experiences to the table, providing attendees with a unique opportunity to explore and discuss practical strategies for managing challenging situations. Topics will include the prediction and management of hot drums, effective reactions to stopped backwarm, strategies for dealing with the loss of quench water flow, and solutions for handling plugged drains, among others.

As a cornerstone of the REFCOMM conference week, the Coker Safety Group has earned its reputation as a must-attend for refiners dedicated to enhancing safety and efficiency in their operations. This private, invitation-only event is exclusive to refiners, ensuring that the discussions are focused, relevant, and deeply insightful. The value of the CSG event lies in the candid sharing of experiences and best practices, with no published minutes or notes. What happens in the room stays in the room—meaning the only way to benefit from this wealth of knowledge is to be there in person.

Don’t miss this rare opportunity to network with peers, learn from the experiences of others, and take away actionable insights that can make a tangible difference in your operations. The CSG event is not just another conference session; it’s a unique, closed-door gathering where the future of safe drum processing is shaped. Be part of the conversation and ensure that your refinery is prepared for whatever challenges may come its way.

Seats for this session are limited to two representatives from each refining company and by invitation only. Please RSVP to Becky or Evan. Watch your inbox for further communication.

Delayed Coking Training at RefComm Galveston 2025

April 28-29, 2025

In conjunction with the conference and exhibition, RefComm offers three training courses for the personnel working on the DCU. 

Delayed Coker Fundamentals, Coker Operations and Reliability offers a two day introduction to the process, equipment, and operation of the DCU in the refinery. Refinery staff new to delayed coking should attend this course.

Coker Process, Design, and Troubleshooting delves deeper into the delayed coker from and process, design, and troubleshooting perspective. This course is designed for more experienced personnel.

Mechanical Integrity and Reliability of Coke Drums is an indepth exploration of design, failure modes, skirt failures, shell failures, drum life, and inspection / monitoring. The course is recommended for those experienced in design and maintenance of delayed cokers.

See the full descriptions and register here: DCU TRAINING AT REFCOMM

Program Advisory Committee

Evan Hyde – Owner, Coking.com

Mitchell Moloney - Coking & Process Engineering Specialist, Coking.com

Becky Peterson – Program Manager, RefComm/CRU Group