Pre-treatment Before undergoing catalytic reactions, feedstocks often require pre-treatment. This may involve physical processes such as grinding or drying, as well as chemical processes like hydrolysis or pyrolysis. The goal is to prepare the feedstocks for efficient conversion in the catalytic reactor.
Catalytic Conversion In the catalytic conversion stage, feedstocks are transformed into desired products using catalysts. Catalysts are substances that increase the rate of chemical reactions without being consumed in the process. They can be homogeneous (dissolved in the reaction medium) or heterogeneous (solid catalysts with the reaction occurring on their surface).
Product Separation and Purification After the catalytic reaction, the products must be separated and purified. This can involve distillation, filtration, or other separation techniques. The goal is to obtain high-purity products suitable for industrial use or further processing.
