BUCHEN and XERVON already impressed in 2022 during the turnaround at Sweden's largest refinery in Lysekil
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Turnaround at Sweden's largest refinery
XERVON and BUCHEN demonstrate how multiple trades can work together smoothly and efficiently in Lysekil
The Preem refinery in Lysekil, Sweden: in operation since 1975, it is one of the most modern plants in Europe. For the current turnaround, all production was halted for six weeks so that inspections, maintenance and conversions could be carried out in a concentrated manner. A feat that required the highest level of coordination: around 3,500 skilled workers were on site at the same time, plus around 1,000 employees working on a new construction project. Over 200 of them came from companies in the REMONDIS Maintenance & Services Group.
Coordination and expertise during the turnaround
Each task was clearly assigned: XERVON Instandhaltung took on the mechanical work on 160 heat exchangers and 92 air coolers. XERVON Sweden provided the scaffolding and created safe access points. BUCHEN Sweden and BUCHEN Germany used twelve high-pressure pumps to clean the heat exchangers and coolers. BUCHEN-ICS took care of the catalyst replacement – supported by nitrogen divers. The work was supplemented by soil remediation and operations in the sulphur pit.
We share the same attitude towards safety, quality and professionalism. We work and think alike and support each other in every situation. This makes our work safer – and more successful.
Magnus Lundh
Head of Operations BUCHEN Sweden AB
Key to success: many trades from a single source
The smooth interaction between the companies was the key to a safe and timely process. The teams worked hand in hand, and all trades were precisely coordinated. The result: a turnaround without any accidents. A turnaround that earned the client's full recognition. And proud proof of the strong and flexible networking between BUCHEN and XERVON in the RMS Group.
Facts: Lysekil turnaround
- 6 weeks project duration
- 5 companies from the RMS Group involved
- Over 200 XERVON & BUCHEN employees on site
- 3,500 skilled workers on site at the same time (plus 1,000 in the new construction project)
- 12 high-pressure pumps in continuous operation
- 160 heat exchangers, 92 air coolers processed
- 0 accidents
Experience for a sustainable future
Last but not least: many of the specialists involved are already familiar with the site from previous turnarounds – their experience provides reassurance. This is particularly important now, as renewable energy processes are being expanded in Lysekil. As a result, the Preem refinery not only remains Scandinavia's largest refinery, but is also on the path to a more sustainable future.
