Simultaneous regeneration of transformer oil and PCB destruction

This paper briefly describes research of a catalytic process for simultaneous transformer oil regeneration and polychlorinated biphenyl (PCT) destruction. Laboratory scale proof-of-concept work was performed with an existing small scale (6kg/day) continuous reactor facility. Typical results for dielectric properties and PCB removal are provided. A process design study concluded that the proposed process is technically and economically feasible.