Advanced Process Control and Optimization


Description:
This session covers applications and enhancements of advanced control and optimization techniques applied to refining processes. Topics areas include Advanced Regulatory Control, Model Predictive Control, Real Time Optimization, Inferential Modeling, Analytics and Diagnosis, and Planning/Scheduling. In addition, presentations that address proven practices for attracting engineers to process control, process control training/mentoring, and gaining management buy-in are encouraged.

Sponsor:
Topical 7: 20th Topical on Refinery Processing
Co-Sponsor(s):
Young Professionals Committee (YPC) (18C)


Chair:
Mark Darby
Principal
CMiD Solutions
13106 Dogwood Blossom Trail
Houston, TX
77065
Phone Number: 713-927-8709
Email: darbymark@sbcglobal.net

Co-Chair:
M. Nazmul Karim
Professor and Department Head, Michael O'Connor Chair II
Texas A&M University
Chemical Engineering
255 Jack E Brown Building
College Station, TX
77845-3122
Email: nazkarim@tamu.edu


Papers:
The Role of APC in Industry 4.0
Filippo Trivella, Alpha Process Control
Leveraging Advanced Process Control for Operational Excellence
John MacGowan, Syncrude Canada Ltd; Perry Nordh, Honeywell
Smart Plant Applications in Crude Distillation Units
Steve Hall, Process Systems Enterprise; Kumar Prashant, Process Systems Enterprise
Recent Developments in the Optimisation of Crude Oil Distillation Systems
Lluvia M. Ochoa-Estopier, The University of Manchester; Megan Jobson, The University of Manchester; Lu Chen, Process Integration Limited