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Rethink planning and scheduling’s role in refinery optimization

M3 Technology: Acuff, C.
Valero Energy Corp.: Swensen, M.

New tools improve prediction of unit feed qualities and yields

HP Integration Strategies: Korean ethylene plant reaps benefits from APC

ARC Advisory Group: Hill, D.

LG Chem is Korea’s first and largest vertically integrated chemical company. Founded in 1947, the company has emerged as one of the world’s top 30 chemical makers. LG Chem produces a variety..

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EYESIM Virtual Reality now available on iPhone and iPadFollowing the successful launch of the innovative Virtual Reality training system EYESIM, Invensys Operations Management, a global provider of te..

Honeywell extends global simulation contract with Shell

Honeywell has announced a contract extension to provide its UniSim Design process simulation software to Shell through 2015. The simulation platform will be used by Shell sites to design and test plant processes, saving the company both time and money.

Optimize cracked-gas compressors with smart-automation technology

Emerson Process Management: Cox, P.

Machine health monitors can provide critical information to avoid unit and plant-wide shutdowns

Accurate feedstock selection and planning are critical to profitability

Honeywell Hi-Spec Solutions: Adams, D. J.
Maruzen Petrochemical: Funahashi, K.  |  Kobayashi, H.
Yamatake: Saiki, K.  |  Suzuki, M.

Linear programming plays a vital role for ethylene producer

Better control-loop management lowers energy costs

LyondellBasell: Lang, L.  |  Montes, G.
Equistar: Mahlstadt, J. R.

This petrochemical producer found improved output and became more energy efficient through new software

How to properly apply a plant asset management strategy

Siemens: Norinder, J.

Facilities employing leak-detection and custody-transfer systems receive many benefits with this program

China remains one of the largest PLC markets with sustainable growth

According to Jason Dong, GM of ARC Advisory Group China, “China’s economy was the first in the world to recover and will continue its robust growth at sustainable levels for years to come.”

Process safety: Blind spots and red flags

Mustang Engineering Inc.: Shephard, T.

Improving safety for organizations involve more than technological solutions; understanding processes and plant interactions are a must