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Process Integration / Linear Programming (LP) Modeling

Abstract


Fluor's process integration and LP modeling selects the best choice of crude oils, raw materials and products to be sold based on the relevant prices, product demands, process configuration, product specifications and utility availability. We can analyze integration of petrochemicals in the LP model and help clients in selecting the best configuration. The basic economic drivers of the model are derived from the product slate produced, product demand and specification constraints, the crude oil and other needed raw material prices. The feedstock transported to the refinery or complex should be delivered cost, insurance and freight (CIF) and the product sales prices should be free on board (FOB) so that the correct economic balance can be made.

Client Benefits


Fluor's experienced process engineers and technology experts can create linear programming and process integration models that account for potential product yields and utility consumption. The unit yields can be based on literature information, licensor yield patterns or prior work. The models are complex and support project execution efficiency.