PERFORMANCE OF ALUMINIUM IN REFINERIES Available to Purchase

Aluminium is being increasingly used in refinery construction. Applications range from storage tanks to moisture‐proofing pipe insulation; from heat exchangers to structural elements. The main reasons for this are its good resistance to many types of corrosion, low weight, low cost per unit volume, high thermal conductivity, non‐magnetic and non‐sparking characteristics, good reflectivity and good appearance. From the design engineer's point of view, the metal has the further advantages of good workability and high strength in its alloys. The author describes some of the current practices and experiences in the U.S.A.