Abstract: Based on the development trend of continuous catalytic reforming technology, the raw material supply and product demands of the large-scale device was first analyzed, and then discussed the different requirements for reactor, reactor internals, layout of heating furnace, selection of compressor, catalyst regeneration process and economies of scale in energy saving. The key elements for planning and designing of a large-scale continuous reforming unit were proposed. At the same time, according to the development of CCR, the idea for optimizing reforming process was suggested.

Key words: continuous catalytic reforming, Large-scale, reactor, heating furnace, compressor, heat exchanger