Technical Training Course

Sulphur Recovery

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Location:

Kananaskis Village,
Alberta, Canada

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Date:

September 21 – 25, 2026

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Cost:

4095 CAD*

*Excluding 5% GST.

Our Sulphur Recovery Course covers all aspects of the modified-Claus process, tail gas treating units, and of all additional units associated with these processes from thermal oxidizers to liquid sulphur degassing. Our course focuses on the optimized operation and efficiency of sulphur recovery units, as well as on industry best practices related to design, reliability, and safety. Our course supplies a thorough understanding of all units within the sulphur plant, providing invaluable knowledge for anyone working directly or indirectly with these facilities.

Attendees will have the opportunity to interface with the speakers during the class as well as in non-classroom settings. All attendees receive a workbook copy of all presentation materials as well as additional textbooks for a more detailed background study.

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Sulphur Recovery Course:

Course Agenda

These topics will be covered throughout our intensive 5-day technical training course.

Monday – 08:00 – 17:00

Fundamentals & Claus Thermal Stage

  • Process basics
  • Recovery requirements
  • Critical corrosion mechanisms
  • Main burner operation
  • Reaction furnace & thermal reactor
  • Waste heat boiler operation
Tuesday– 08:00 – 17:00

Claus Catalytic Stages

  • Special topic – WHB tubesheet protection
  • Claus catalytic converters
  • Reheaters
  • Sulphur condensers
  • Special topic – catalysts
  • Sulphur seals and piping
Wednesday – 08:00 – 12:30

Sulphur Plant Auxiliaries

  • Sulphur storage & handling
  • Oxygen enrichment
  • Special topic – analyzers
  • Instrumentation & control
Wednesday – 12:30 – 17:00

Group Activity

  • Choose from golf, horseback riding, or mountain biking
Thursday –08:00 – 17:00

Tail Gas Treating & Virtual Plant Simulator

  • The seven deadly sins of sulphur recovery
  • Tail gas processing technologies
  • Sub-dewpoint processes & SuperClaus
  • SO₂ capture technologies
  • Amine-based TGTUs
  • Operate a virtual SRU with Worley Comprimo Immerse
Friday – 08:00 – 12:30

Incineration, Start-Ups & KPI Monitoring

  • Tail gas incineration
  • SRU start-ups & shutdowns
    • Key considerations & common mistakes
    • Saving time & money
    • Lower the risk of equipment damage
  • Performance evaluation & analysis
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Hotel Information:

The Lodge at Kananaskis

Hotel accommodations are not included in the course registration fee.

Our reserved room block at the Lodge in Kananaskis has limited availability remaining. While we cannot guarantee additional availability at the Lodge, there are alternative accommodation options nearby. Guests may wish to book in Canmore or at the Stoney Nakoda Resort & Casino, both just a short drive from the Lodge.

Regardless of where you stay, all seminar attendees will continue to enjoy breakfast and lunch provided daily.

Please note that this location is remote from any urban centre. Course participants are responsible for arranging their own travel and accommodation. Additional details will be included in your course receipt and Confirmation Letter.

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Registration options

Payment

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