1. The document provides an overview of the catalytic reforming process, including feed preparation, the platform process, process variables, and chemistry involved.
2. It discusses catalyst deactivation factors like poisoning, fouling, and thermal degradation. Methods for catalyst regeneration like coke removal through pyrolysis and combustion are also presented.
3. Troubleshooting tips are given for various process issues like low naphthenic feedstock, sulfur contamination, high chlorides, and excess water contamination. The document outlines steps to identify the root cause and remedy such problems.