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Accelerate refinery planning for better decision making.

Take advantage of Aspen PIMS-AO's new algorithm to avoid the pitfalls of finding a suboptimal solution and quickly determine a Global Optimum with a single run.

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Convert your Aspen PIMS™ model to Aspen PIMS-AO.

With a proven step-by-step methodology, you can easily convert your existing Aspen PIMS™ model to Aspen PIMS-AO. Visit AspenTech's customer support site to get started today!

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Increase model accuracy with nonlinear modeling.

Increase accuracy in yield predictions by integrating and leveraging simulation models already available. By taking advantage of Aspen PIMS-AO’s nonlinear capabilities, planners can also simplify modeling and reduce model maintenance.

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Leverage aspenONE® PIMS Platinum.

The powerful combination of Aspen PIMS-AO and aspenONE PIMS Platinum provides a robust planning solution to visualize, run, and evaluate more scenarios faster.

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Reduce run times from hours to minutes.

Leverage Aspen PIMS-AO’s parallel processing to evaluate multiple scenarios simultaneously in a fraction of the time used by traditional methods. Shorter run times lead to quicker analysis, resulting in better decision-making.

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Easily determine Global Optimum.

Avoid local optima—an inherent challenge in planning models—by utilizing PIMS-AO’s powerful multi-start capabilities and solution analysis tools. Have more confidence than ever that you have determined the absolute best solution for your refinery.

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Reduce crudes for more acheivable operations.

Quickly determine how many crudes can be eliminated while maintaining the objective function. By reducing the number of crudes processed, the planner can reduce inventories and associated costs to propose a more profitable crude slate.

 

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Clarify the understanding of your solution.

Evaluate crudes and determine the minimum and maximum purchase quantity of each with Ranging Analysis, while keeping an eye on both the objective function and operational stability.