Fluid Catalytic Cracking (FCC) Unit Maintenance & Repair Experts for Refineries
Brindley Engineering FCC Team Experience: Meet our Subject Matter Experts (SMEs)
Brindley Engineering’s Fluid Catalytic Cracking (FCC) Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) are Industry recognized for both revamp and grassroots projects and have been working together for over 25 years. We are technology neutral and experienced with all major FCC licensors.
In addition to their experience on two (2) last grassroots FCC projects in North America, revamp experience includes:
- Reactor and Regenerator
- Riser
- Reactor and Regenerator Cyclones
- Feed Pre-heater
- Isolation Valve
- Expansion Joint
- Regenerator Air Grid
- Main Air Blower
Our team has experience in Conceptual, Feasibility, Scope Development, FEED and Detailed Design phases. We have also assisted in licensor selection in early stages of the project and working with construction contractors through the various project stages to ensure maximum Safety and Constructability.
Meet the Brindley Engineering FCC SMEs
Suresh Patel, PE – Project/Vessel Engineering:

- Over 40 Grassroots and Revamp FCC projects domestically and internationally
- Subject Matter Expert in all aspects of FCC engineering and design, including project development and estimating
- Expert knowledge of all FCC technologies
- Grassroots FCC Complex includes CCRL in Regina, Canada and HOVIC in St. Croix, USVI
Frank Traina – Project/Mechanical:

- Over 25 Grassroots and Revamp FCC projects domestically and internationally
- Former Vessel Engineering Manager for a major EPC, responsible for building an FCC team that executed FCC work continuously from 1999-2017
- Grassroots FCC Complex includes CCRL in Regina, Canada
- Connect with him on LinkedIn
Jim Woodard – Mechanical Fitness for Service/Construction:

- Over 40 Grassroots and Revamp FCC projects domestically and internationally
- Equipment/Materials/Welding/Inspection/NDE SME with over 40 years of experience
- Grassroots FCC Complex includes CCRL in Regina, Canada and HOVIC in St. Croix, USVI
- Connect with him on LinkedIn
Brindley Engineering has a unique culture that drives success throughout our team. Brindley believes in hiring the best and letting them do their job with the guidance of some of the best SME’s in the industry. Our culture gives rise to a highly self-motivated team resulting in quality services to our clients.
Contact Frank Traina or Khanh Phan to learn more today!