Faced with new levels of complexity, disruptions and pressure to meet customer demands, chemical supply chains have been tested as never before in recent years. In addition, there is the growing challenge to achieve net-zero targets while maintaining sustainable, profitable operations.

With ever-changing operating conditions—including different feedstock—today’s process plants are challenged to meet growth and sustainability targets as many critical KPIs cannot be measured on a real-time basis.

As operational demands increase and margins tighten, it’s no longer enough to rely on traditional predictive maintenance practices. To stay competitive, companies must embrace a more integrated, proactive approach to Asset Performance Management (APM)—one that combines AI/ML, safety-first maintenance practices and smarter investment planning to transform asset management.

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Con condiciones operativas en constante cambio —incluyendo diferentes materias primas—, las plantas de proceso actuales enfrentan el desafío de cumplir con objetivos de crecimiento y sostenibilidad, ya que muchos indicadores clave de desempeño (KPIs) no pueden medirse en tiempo real. Aunque los modelos de simulación de procesos pueden desplegarse en línea para brindar a los operadores visibilidad en tiempo real y optimizar el rendimiento, existe una idea errónea común en la industria de que este enfoque es complicado y difícil de implementar.

Carbon capture is a critical lever for the hard-to-abate chemical industry. Feasibility for these new, innovative processes relies on technical and economic optimization.

Process simulation, cost estimation and 3D models are crucial to engineering projects, leading to better, more accurate designs. Now imagine seamlessly integrating these disciplines into one concurrent workflow for real-time collaboration that dramatically saves time and reduces costs.

Process safety remains a top priority for companies worldwide, but balancing CAPEX against the need to design safety systems for multiple emergencies can be challenging. Aspen HYSYS Dynamics™ and Aspen Flare System Analyzer™ are proven to accurately model flare systems while reducing CAPEX.

Advanced simulation tools are key to overcoming the challenges of the green hydrogen economy. Process engineers who leverage Aspen Plus® simulation software can optimize hydrogen production processes, boost efficiency and reduce costs.

Mandated to aggressively reduce emissions, today’s refining and chemical companies must also find new ways to improve energy efficiency and—in turn—margins. The sooner owner/operators uncover opportunities for improvement, the faster they can advance operational excellence goals.