The SUNWAY Chemistry Chief Editor's SH/T3243-2025 "Engineering Technical Specification for Sulfur Recovery Heaters in Petrochemical Industry" has been reviewed, approved, and officially implemented by the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology.
Release date:
2025-07-02
On May 9, 2025, the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology of the People's Republic of China issued Announcement No. 7 of 2025, approving the official implementation of SH/T3243-2025, "Technical Specification for Engineering Design of Sulfur Recovery Heaters in Petrochemical Industry," starting from November 1, 2025. As a leading enterprise in China's chemical industry, Shandong SUNWAY Chemical Group Co., Ltd. played a pivotal role as the primary drafting unit during the development of this standard, fully demonstrating its outstanding strength and influence within the industry.
The newly released SH/T3243-2025 "Technical Specification for Engineering of Sulfur Recovery Heaters in Petrochemical Industry" is managed by China Petroleum & Chemical Corporation Ltd., with the China Petroleum & Chemical Group Equipment Design Technology Center Station responsible for its day-to-day administration. In addition to 3D Chemical, China Petrochemical Engineering Construction Co., Ltd. serves as the second chief editor unit. Other participating organizations include China Petrochemical Ningbo Engineering Co., Ltd. and China Petrochemical Guangzhou Engineering Co., Ltd., all of which have contributed their expertise and efforts to the development of this industry standard.
This standard comprehensively and meticulously outlines the technical requirements for petrochemical sulfur recovery heating furnaces across multiple critical aspects, covering core technical areas such as process design, combustion design, mechanical design, furnace lining design, and control system design. It also details every step of the entire process—including material selection, fabrication and inspection of the furnace shell, construction and baking of the furnace lining, acceptance of lining projects, chimney construction, skid-mounted installation, as well as packaging and transportation—providing comprehensive, standardized technical guidance and regulatory benchmarks for the design, construction, and acceptance of sulfur recovery furnace systems in petrochemical, natural gas purification, and coal-to-chemicals projects.
As the primary drafting organization, 3D Chemical leveraged its deep-rooted technological expertise in the petrochemical industry, extensive engineering experience, and keen insight into cutting-edge industry trends to actively participate in and meticulously oversee the standard-setting process. The company took the lead in shaping the overall framework of the standard and crafting its core content. From initial research and technical discussions through drafting, revising, and refining the draft standard—right up to the final stages of expert review, public consultation, and the ultimate release of the finalized version—3D Chemical dedicated significant professional manpower and resources to ensure the standard’s scientific rigor, logical soundness, advanced nature, and practical applicability. This comprehensive process not only underscores the company’s authoritative position as a technology leader in the industry but also highlights its commitment to driving industry development and fostering technological advancement as part of its broader social responsibility.
The issuance and implementation of SH/T3243-2025, the "Engineering Technical Specification for Sulfur Recovery Heaters in Petrochemical Industry," are of paramount importance in standardizing the design, construction, and acceptance processes of sulfur recovery heater projects in the petrochemical industry. This initiative not only enhances the quality and safety of engineering projects but also promotes energy conservation, emission reduction, and environmental protection. Ultimately, it helps elevate China’s overall technological capabilities and market competitiveness within the petrochemical sector. As the leading drafting organization, the company has taken a proactive role in shaping this standard, further solidifying its position as a technology leader in the field of sulfur recovery heaters for petrochemical applications. Moreover, by setting a higher technical benchmark and strengthening its brand reputation within the industry, the company has established a strong foundation for continuously expanding its market presence, better serving its customers, and driving the sustainable growth of the entire petrochemical industry.
In the future, 3D Chemistry will continue to uphold the principles of "Rigorousness, Innovation, Responsibility, and Harmony," fully leveraging our technological strengths and the leading role of our editorial unit. We will actively engage in promoting and interpreting industry standards, ensuring their effective application and smooth implementation across the sector. At the same time, we will steadily increase our investment in research and development, continuously enhancing our products and services to meet the ever-growing needs of our customers—and ultimately contribute even more wisdom and strength to driving high-quality development within the petrochemical industry.
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