The Shandong Huaxing Petrochemical (Group) Co, which holds 26 patents, got recognition recently as a star enterprise in Shandong province from its science and technology department and the intellectual property office. Huaxing Petrochemical has put more manpower and funds into R&D in recent years, improved its production and innovation technology, and emphasized patent applications for greater competitiveness. Since 2012, it has been supporting technological renovation and process optimization, pushing the applying for patents, including technology for rapid loading and offloading of catalysts, automated feed device for circulating water tanks, feed devices for stabilization towers, and a constant temperature system for air compressor lubricant. The use of patented technology cuts energy consumption, lowers production costs, and improves the process, and it helps improve efficiency and provides optimal working conditions.