Distillation Control and Optimization: Operation Fundamentals Through Software Control

The latest methodologies for the control of distillation processes

Written by an expert with more than 30 years of industry experience, Distillation Control and Optimization: Operation Fundamentals through Software Control is filled with proven solutions to control problems in distillation processes. This authoritative guide discusses regulatory control and the development of advanced control systems such as multivariable predictive control. Realworld examples of commercial units analyzed using the results of rigorous simulation models are included. Detailed diagrams illustrate the proven methods presented in this practical resource.

COVERAGE INCLUDES:

Two-product columns

Multiproduct columns

Liquid and vapor sidestream columns

Column operating pressure

Column capacity and efficiency

Two-product column basic control

Two-product column quality control

Disturbances to the column

Multiproduct column control

Crude oil fractionators control

Multivariable predictive control technology

Inferentials in distillation

Quality estimators of refinery distillation products