Oil Refining Industry
This process takes place in oil refineries using advanced engineering systems, chemical reactions, and large-scale equipment. Oil refineries are usually located near oil fields, ports, or major transportation routes such as pipelines and railways. Their location is important because crude oil must be transported in large quantities, and refined products must be distributed efficiently to markets.
These refineries often cover vast areas and include storage tanks, pipelines, towers, reactors, furnaces, and safety systems. The oil refining industry began in the 19th century when crude oil started to be processed into kerosene for lamps. Early refineries were small and simple compared to modern facilities. Over time, as automobiles and airplanes were invented, the demand for gasoline and jet fuel increased rapidly. This led to the development of more advanced refining technologies.
