PROGRAM of COKE DRUM FORUM 2020
(Shared presentations can be downloaded)

• Updates on API Technical Report 934J and coke drum external repair testing, Dr. Jorge Penso, Shell
• Update on the next edition of API 579/ ASME FFS, Ben Hantz, Valero
• Update on recent coke drum patents, Dr. Mahmod Samman, HES
• A Coke Drum Skirt Replacement - Analysis & Practical Considerations, Alex Berry, Phillips66
• A Coke Drum Sliding Skirt Attachment Retrofit – One Decade Later, Mike Schmidt, CHS
• Sustained Drum Life Extension Planning/Execution Process, Michael Trahan and David Payne, Chevron
• Unconventional Life Extension: Coke Drum Bulgectomy and Reconstruction, David Gibson, ExxonMobil
• Coke drum inlet technique vs radial temperatures vs laser scan results, Dale Wilborn, Chevron
• The first implementation of Tongue-and-Groove Skirt, Dr. Mahmod Samman, HES
• Remaining life assessment of drums with design and repair-induced damage, Dr. Mahmod Samman, HES
• TUTORIAL: Investigating Process and Human Factors Impact on Coke Drum Life, Evan Hyde, Coking.com
• TUTORIAL: Fundamentals and recent advances in Acoustic Emission Testing, Steven Garcia, Ameriscan
• PANEL: Material selection- C-1/2Mo versus Cr alloys: Antonio Seijas, Phillips66, Benjamin Hantz, Valero, Al Heger, Chevron, and Dr. Jorge Penso, Shell
• PANEL: Weld overlay repairs, Antonio Seijas, Phillips 66, Dr. Mahmod Samman, HES, and Michael Trahan, Chevron
• OPEN FORUM: Questions and answers from all attendees
• OPTIONAL One-Day Training (Separate registration) Mechanical Integrity and Reliability of Coke Drums