SABIC major turnaround at Olefins 4 underway
- Turnaround began on March 16 and is currently ongoing.
- It covers the naphtha cracker Olefins 4 and several other SABIC installations.
- Inspections, renewals and adjustments aim to return plants to safe, integrated operation for the next six years.
- A large team of SABIC and contractor employees is involved; workers must complete safety trainings including the Safety & Skill Center.
Scope and timing
The major maintenance shutdown (turnaround) of the naphtha cracker Olefins 4 and several other installations has been ongoing since March 16.
Work performed
Teams are carrying out a large number of inspections, renewals and adjustments so the plants can run safely and integrally again for the next six years.
Safety and information
Senior turnaround manager René Ebus says the work is done by a large team of SABIC and contractor employees and requires the highest safety level, professional knowledge and adherence to rules and guidelines. Before people can work on the turnaround they must complete safety trainings, including the Safety & Skill Center where practice is simulated.
More updates will appear on the Chemelot website and social media. Questions about maintenance stops and flaring can be asked at the Chemelot Visitor Center, Markt 114A Geleen. An explanatory video about the turnaround is available.
Source: Chemelot
