This white paper discusses the use of Mimic for Lifecycle Dynamic Simulation CapEx and OpEx business results.
The term Lifecycle Dynamic Simulator or Multi-Purpose Dynamic Simulator is commonly used to describe the use of dynamic simulation for Capital Project Execution (CapEx) and Operational Excellence Initiatives (OpEx) in the process industries. While the use of dynamic simulation for these initiatives is proven, this new label signifies the importance and great value of this technology to process plants operations. In addition, the use of one consistent dynamic simulation solution across all applications provides a consistent, cost effective approach.
The lifecycle simulator concept is fully supported and embraced by MYNAH Technologies with Mimic Simulation Software. We have participated in lifecycle dynamic simulation implementations for control system validation and testing, operator training, operating procedure verification and testing, and general operational excellence initiatives. Our customers report excellent business results from using Mimic, and in many cases pay for the simulator well before the startup of the plant. Please see the Business Case for the Virtual Plant Using Mimic Simulation Software to understand the need and value of dynamic simulation in the process industries.
This article will examine the subject of lifecycle dynamic simulators by answering four key questions.
Dynamic Simulation has been proven to be a valuable tool for both new process investments and process control modernization. In an ideal situation, the dynamic process model would be developed early in the project and refined and tuned through project execution, into process unit and automation system commissioning. Using this same model for process and control system engineering, control system validation, operator training, and operations support will provide the best results and reduce the cost of development and maintenance of the simulator.
The investment in lifecycle dynamic simulation provides excellent returns for the lifecycle operation of the process plant. The investment in dynamic simulation can be easily justified based upon the following OpEx benefits. In addition, by using the same simulation technology and dynamic model applied to the CapEx initiative, a cost-effective, integrated, consistent approach can be realized.
To support the implementation of lifecycle dynamic simulators and to maximize the value to operations and return on investment, there are some best practice requirements for implementing this technology. Those best practices are:
Mimic was designed for the implementation of lifecycle dynamic simulation. It is the clear choice for the process plant operations manager who wants to implement a multipurpose dynamic simulator during the lifecycle of the automation system and process asset. In addition, Mimic is designed to provide this valuable technology at a very low cost of ownership.
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