Downstream Refining Solutions

Downstream

Refining

Solutions

Optimizing Facilities & Processes for Maximum Efficiency

Engineering Smarter Solutions
for Downstream Facilities

Delivering safe, efficient, and compliant refining and petrochemical operations.

Once hydrocarbons reach downstream facilities, the focus shifts to refining and processing them into essential products like fuels, plastics, fertilizers, and more. Halker supports refineries, petrochemical plants, and distribution facilities with multidisciplinary engineering expertise across process, instrumentation, electrical, and automation. We specialize in optimizing existing facilities, reducing emissions, and improving efficiency, all while ensuring compliance with process safety management (PSM) requirements and environmental regulations.

Key Capabilities

Halker provides full-service engineering support for refining and petrochemical facilities. Our tailored solutions help clients increase reliability, reduce downtime, and stay aligned with evolving safety and compliance standards.

Process Optimization

Improving refining and petrochemical operations, including distillation, hydrocracking, FCC, reforming, and more.

Instrumentation & Controls

Designing and commissioning SIS and DCS systems with detailed documentation for safe, reliable operations.

Electrical Engineering

Comprehensive expertise from low- and medium-voltage distribution to transformers, switchgear, lighting, and grounding.

Automation & Safety Systems

Developing cause-and-effect diagrams, control narratives, and automation strategies to enhance safety & performance.

Facility Support

Providing design, troubleshooting, and commissioning for downstream capital and brownfield projects.

Automation & Safety Systems

Developing cause-and-effect diagrams, control narratives, and automation strategies to enhance safety & performance.

Facility Support

Providing design, troubleshooting, and commissioning for downstream capital and brownfield projects.

Why Downstream Clients Trust Halker

Safety & Compliance Come First

We understand the challenges of PSM facilities and deliver designs that meet strict safety & environmental requirements.

Optimization that Delivers Real Value

Our process-focused designs improve efficiency, reduce downtime, and extend the life of critical assets.

Collaborative, Fit-for-Purpose Solutions

We partner closely with clients to develop practical strategies that adapt to market demands & regulations.

Proven Success in Downstream Projects

Multi-Well Site Facilities

Halker’s multi-well facilities design engineers leveraged an innovative, but proven modular approach to scale, centralize, and consolidate surface processing solutions to optimize flow rates and type curve efficiencies. 

Gas Compressor Station

Halker designed a compressor station design and a construction package that the customer can use for not only the current compressor, but for the future stations as well.

Strategic Field Development

Halker has helped The Client plan and install more than 40 facilities and 200 total wells, and assisted in developing six standard process skids.

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Your Next Success?

Work with a team that listens, collaborates, and turns your vision into practical, innovative solutions.