Our proprietary knowledge of ammonia process technology and plant operation is used to provide a better APC system. KBR's APC system uses Multivariable Predictive Control (MPC) technology to implement a control layer above the standard regulatory control strategies to improve plant profitability and productivity. In addition to the higher level control applications, KBR's APC system provides a number of plant performance indicators to the operator on a real-time basis. These indicators provide the operator valuable information regarding the health of the ammonia plant, which allows the proper corrective actions to be taken at the appropriate time.
Operator Training Simulators
KBR also offers Operator Training Simulators (OTS) as part of our ammonia technology to both new and existing plants. Our OTS systems not only improve the operator's knowledge of ammonia manufacturing plant operations prior to plant startup, but can also be used to maintain competency level after startup. Our OTS system for ammonia plants is based on a detailed first principle model that fully incorporates our proprietary knowledge of the ammonia production technology and plant operation. The model is customized to the flowsheet process conditions of each plant and provides the operator with realistic training experience for plant start-up, normal operation, and shutdown. The system also trains operators in managing emergency conditions and/or equipment malfunctions. This valuable experience can be obtained prior to plant startup without risk to the actual plant. Depending on Clients' needs, functionality can range from a system designed exclusively to meet training needs to a system suitable for use in engineering studies.Other Automation Tools:
In addition to the above described APC and OTS systems, KBR offers other automation solutions to our clients, including:- Alarm rationalization & management systems
- Operator advisory systems
- Real time operation (RTO) for performance monitoring
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