PRESENTATION
2021 - AVEVA PI World 2021 - Chemicals
Online simulation: Why Covestro is ready for the next leap
Online Simulation builds on physically-sound first principal models. Compared to conventional simulation approaches, in Online Simulation the models are executed live, simultaneous to production. This presentation gives insight on Online Simulation at Covestro. For several case studies, value for troubleshooting, KPIs and optimization is discussed. While Covestro has been operating Online Simulation for about twenty years, persisting challenges are highlighted which lead to two specific opportunities ahead: (1) AVEVA Process Simulation is investigated as an alternative tool for simulation offering various advantages of a modern simulation software. (2) The newest Asset Framework (AF) can allow for deeper integration with plant operation. In conclusion, new tools such as AVEVA Process Simulation and AF can help overcome persistent challenges and provide deeper integration with plant operation and monitoring of KPIs.
Industry
- Chemicals & Petrochemicals
Company
Covestro Deutschland AG
Speaker
Christian Bratfisch
Dr. Christian Bratfisch is a Global Technology Expert at Covestro and is working in the area of Computer-Aided Process Engineering (CAPE). He is an expert in process simulation software and modeling with focus on the technical aspects. As such he is maintaining the technical integration of commercial simulation applications like AVEVA Process Simulation and he is developing the in-house process simulation software VtPlan as well as related tools, e.g. used for online models. Dr. Bratfisch completed his degree at Ruhr-University Bochum where he was researching in the field of simulation and safety of nuclear reactors.
Company
Covestro Deutschland AG
Speaker
Christian Redepenning
Dr Christian Redepenning is a Global Technology Expert at Covestro, where he is head of the Computer Aided Process Engineering (CAPE) Community and coordinates the introduction of the new Aveva Process Simulation tool. He is an expert in process simulation and analysis with a focus on polyurethane processes. Dr. Redepenning completed his degree at RWTH Aachen University where he researched conceptual process design for bio-based processes and developed simulation-based tools for process and solvent screening.