Simulanis Solutions is a company dedicated to deliver excellence in the domains of Process Engineering. We provide world-class technical-consulting and professional-development services in this specialist field with a constant thrust on tackling complex problems and overcoming them through the application of specialist technical knowhow. With a leadership team having a rich experience exceeding 100 man-years within the EPC sector, Simulanis brings together a unique blend of solid theoretical, unrelenting passion for exhibiting excellence, and relevant practical conversance in the core realm of Process Engineering.
Our aim is to deliver services of the highest technological advantages and efficient asset utilization using industry leading practices backed by intensive research. We aim to meet the demand of clients and bring in change in the conventional methodology by presenting our very own innovative model like SCISSORTM (Simulanis Collaborative Integrated Simultaneous Simulation for Optimum Results) technique. The bouquet of our service delivery encompasses domains of Process Research, Process Modelling, Process Simulation, Process Integration and Process Optimization, all of which also form fundamentally vital elements of our approach to tackle challenging assignments.
3. We offer a multitude of cutting-edge
consultancy and training
services in the domain of Process
Engineering.
We are a dynamic group of
individuals coming from some of
the world's best Chemical
Engineering departments.
Our work methodology rests on
5 pillars; namely, Research,
Modelling, Simulation,
Integration & Optimization.
Who are we?
WHAT?
HOW?
4. We offer a multitude of cutting-edge
consultancy and training
services in the domain of Process
Engineering.
What services do we offer?
We are a dynamic group of
individuals coming from some of
the world's best Chemical
Engineering departments.
WHO?
WHAT?
HOW?
Our work methodology rests on 5
pillars; namely, Research,
Modelling, Simulation, Integration
& Optimization.
5. We offer a multitude of cutting-edge
consultancy and training
services in the domain of Process
Engineering.
How do we approach problems?
We are a dynamic group of
individuals coming from some of
the world's best Chemical
Engineering departments.
WHO?
WHAT?
HOW?
Our work methodology rests on
5 pillars; namely, Research,
Modelling, Simulation,
Integration & Optimization.
8. Consulting Services
Consulting Services Professional Development Services
Highlights
Best-in-class consultancy services in
process engineering domain
Collaborative conceptual engineering
with minimum scope for inconsistency
Solutions for oil & gas, bulk & fine
chemical, pharmaceutical companies
Service delivery using industry’s leading
practices backed by intensive research
Capabilities in batch, semi-batch and
continuous process models
Results focused on technological
advantage and asset efficiency
Our Service Delivery Focus Area
Process Modeling and Analysis
• Develop optimal process designs
• Analyze trade-offs between design alternatives
• Quick evaluation of cost and feasibility
• Optimize asset performance
Modeling Key Equipment
• Fine tune process models for greater accuracy
• Identification of potential operational problems
• Capital and operating expense optimization
• Analyze equipment performance
Develop Basic Design Package
• Aggregating data from various sources
• Populate deliverables with accurate data
• Enable collaborative project execution
• Reduce cost and time in detailed design phase
Analyze Detailed Costs
• Accurate estimates from conceptual designs
• Model and analyze project execution strategies
• Control project cost with trending estimates
• Economic performance analysis
Detailed Plant Design
• Design, detailing, 3D modeling and drafting
• Generate precise economic analysis
• Maintain increasingly accurate evaluations
• Manage all elements during all project phases
Process Engineering
Process engineering decisions impact on
the throughput, yield, performance and
economics of a facility
Process engineering facilitates cross-disciplinary
ideas, recommendation and
designs of process models
Process engineering enables improved
plant performance and reductions in
operating and capital costs
10. Our Delivery Approach: The SCISSORTM
Model
SCISSOR™
Simulanis Collaborative Integrated Simultaneous Simulation of Optimum
Results
We approach the industrial problems by
our proprietary Simulanis
Collaborative Integrated
Simultaneous Simulation for
Optimum Results model, or the
SCISSORTM model. Features of the
SCISSOR approach are as follows:
Reduce capital and
energy costs by 10-30%
Reduce engineering
design time by 50%
Enables integration of equipment
modeling, sizing and economic analysis
Collaborative and simultaneous
approach in a simulation environment
Allows to perform the design and costing
work
Added scope for process optimization
via multiple alternatives
11. Our Consulting Services
Process Research Studies
• Evaluating process alternatives and strategies
• Supporting R&D divisions of organizations
• Assisting in bench-scale studies
Process Modeling Studies
• Modeling of unit operations to relate input and output
• Formulating models by using governing equations
• Troubleshooting control and de-bottlenecking
Process Simulation Studies
• Steady-state and dynamic simulation
• Detailed simulation of unit operations
• On-site simulation support
12. Our Consulting Services
Process Integration Studies
• Energy analysis of a process using Pinch Analysis
• Estimating process energy performance and targets
• Integration of utility and energy systems
Process Optimization Studies
• Maximizing heat recovery and energy efficiency
• Optimizing utility requirements of the process
• Identification of avenues for capital cost saving
13. Our Delivery – Consulting Services
Design alternatives development & de-bottlenecking
Analysis of performance & optimization
Process
Modeling &
Analysis
Model Key
Equipment
Analysis of
Software &
control
Development of
Plant Design
Generate increasingly precise economic evaluations
Manage change elements during all project phases
Development of
Basic Design
Package
Model processing & identification of potential problems
Curtail expenses & optimize equipment performance
Prediction of problems and ensure safety through design
Rectification of problematic areas
Accumulate data and extend process outcome
Collaborative execution whilst reducing cost & time
14. Vision for Consulting Services
C o n s u l t i n g
Generating
Awareness
Generating awareness for process optimization by
employing industry’s leading simulators
Application of
Pinch Technology
Promoting Pinch Technology to be used for challenging
problems in process integration
SME-based service
delivery
Bridging SME-based consultancy gap in the
implementation of process simulation software
15. Vision for Consulting Services
C o n s u l t i n g
Engage Simulation
Software Providers
Helping in the sales & marketing of big process
simulation providers like AspenTech, Invensys, PIL,
etc. engaging them.
International
Liaison
Targeting International players by explaining market
potential and promotion of their solutions in similar
domains.
20. Professional Development Services
Consulting Services Professional Development Services
Process
Integration
Process Design
Process Safety
Process
Simulation
Computer-Aided Process
Engineering (SCAPETM)
Our Competencies
Modes of Delivery
Classroom Sessions
E-learning
Corporate On-site
Process facility On-site
Cutting-edge training services focused
on industry's leading practices
Course delivery by well-qualified
professionals
Best-in-class course content backed by
intensive research
Course content peer-reviewed by
experts from premier universities
Multiple courses tailored to meet the
requirements of the company
Unique mode of delivery on an e-learning
platform
Skills imparted
Analysis and optimization of complete
chemical plants
Computational techniques to perform
process calculations
Fundamentals of process safety in
chemical plant design
21. Vision for Professional Development
Services
Knowledge
Confidence
Enthusiasm
Achievement
Skills required in process industry
Mathematical
Computational
Modeling
Simulation
Optimization
Design fundamentals
Process control
Applied thermodynamics
Process safety
Simulating Excellence…
Vision for Training Services
Equipping young engineers with practical aspects of process engineering to help them excel in the industry
On-site modes of delivery to enable companies to enhance the skills of their workforce saving time and cost at the same time
Bridging the skill-gap for graduating chemical engineering students and industry professionals seeking industry-shift
22. Modes of Delivery
Classroom
Sessions
E-learning
Corporate
On-site
Process
Facility
On-site
23. Modes of Delivery – Classroom Sessions
Classroom
Sessions
E-learning
Corporate
On-site
Process
Facility On-site
State-of-the-art training facility
Course delivery by well-qualified professionals
Dedicated sessions for case studies discussion
Illustrations on typical industrial problems
Myriad of challenging practice problems
Illustrations using video modules
Complete post-training support
A comprehensive collection of relevant industry problems
Location
New Delhi
Batch Strength
Sixteen trainees per batch
Batches
Weekdays, Weekend and Express
Target
Industry professionals, students, researchers
24. Success of our Classroom Sessions
Classroom sessions of Simulanis Process Engineering courses have been a huge success
amongst industry professional and students.
A few glimpses…..
25. Modes of Delivery – E-learning
Classroom
Sessions
E-learning
Corporate
On-site
Process
Facility On-site
World’s first process engg. training on an e-learning platform
Learn at your own pace and place
Multiple courses to choose from
Ample solved examples and case studies
Myriad of challenging practice problems
Illustrations using video modules
Complete post-training support
Saves travel time and cost
Location
Your own workstation!
Batch Strength
NA
Batches
Weekdays, Weekend and Express
Target
International students, industry professionals
26. Simulanis E-Learning Suite (SLS)
We have successfully launched our Learning Management System (LMS) on web and
mobile platforms, collectively known as the Simulanis Learning Suite (SLS)
Features of SLS
In-house developed e-learning platform on web and mobile platforms
Regular updates and additions made from the backend
“Post-a-query” feature to report issues as and when required
Continuous performance monitoring through online tests and quizzes
Launching our services on e-learning enable
us to deliver our content in the most
innovative manner
27. Simulanis E-Learning Suite (SLS)
We have successfully launched our Learning Management System (LMS) on web and
mobile platforms, collectively known as the Simulanis Learning Suite (SLS)
Features of SLS
In-house developed e-learning platform on web and mobile platforms
Regular updates and additions made from the backend
“Post-a-query” feature to report issues as and when required
Continuous performance monitoring through online tests and quizzes
Launching our services on e-learning enable
us to deliver our content in the most
innovative manner
28. Modes of Delivery – Corporate On-Site
Classroom
Sessions
E-learning
Corporate
On-site
Process
Facility On-site
Enhance technical skills of your process engg. personnel
Tailored training content as per client’s requirement
Training sessions at your own location
Rigorous sessions delivered in a time-efficient manner
Multiple employees can be trained at once
Saves travel time and cost
Complete post-training support
A comprehensive collection of relevant industry problems
Location
Client’s Corporate Office
Batch Strength
Flexible
Batches
Weekdays and weekends
Target
Process engineers, trainees
29. Modes of Delivery – Process Facility On-Site
Classroom
Sessions
E-learning
Corporate
On-site
Process
Facility
On-site
Cutting-edge training right at your process facility
Customized course content as per client’s requirement
Course delivery by highly qualified professionals
Rigorous sessions delivered in a time-efficient manner
Dedicated sessions for discussing relevant case studies
Saves travel time and cost
Complete post-training support
A comprehensive collection of relevant industry problems
Location
Client’s Process Facility
Batch Strength
Flexible
Batches
Weekdays and weekends
Target
Process / production engineers
30. Corporate On-site Delivery Model
Highlights
Training sessions at client’s corporate facility
Customized content on topics relevant to the company
Course delivery by qualified personnel of specialist domains
Complete post-training support
Multiple employees can be trained, saving time and cost
Benefits
World-class trainings delivered in an innovative and interactive manner
Time-efficient as multiple trainees can be trained at the same time
Cost-effective as compared to in-house trainings
Well-researched course content on an electronic platform enabling easy accessibility
Enables solution of live problems in a collaborative environment
Saves travel expense as well as time away form work
31. Customizable Courses for On-Site Delivery
Simulating Unit Operations
Process Flowsheeting
Working with commercial simulators
Dynamic Process Modelling
Optimization Techniques
Working with commercial simulators
Basic computational techniques
Advanced MS Excel
Visual Basic for Applications (VBA)
GAMS, OptimJ
MATLAB skills
Pressure relief calculations
Pressure relief calculations
HAZOP and HAZID Analysis
FMEA and FTA Studies
Layer of Protection Analysis (LOPA)
What Went Wrong Analysis
Choose the topics most relevant to your company’s
Simulating Unit Operations
Advanced MS Excel
Visual Basic for Applications (VBA)
MATLAB skills
FMEA and FTA Studies
Layer of Protection Analysis (LOPA)
The added advantage
We can extend our Professional Development Services’ portfolio to meet the requirements of the client by leveraging
on the following capabilities:
Flexibility to switch between simulation platforms
Extensive in-house research capabilities
Co-ordination with academicians and universities
Liaisons with field specialists all over the world
Process
Simulation
CAPE Process Safety
32. Success of our On-site Sessions
We have established liaisons with multi-national engineering and manufacturing companies
to deliver on-site trainings on specialist topics.
Our Success
Stories
Delivered trainings on Statistical and Analytical tools to one of the
world’s leading manufacturer of electro-mechanical assemblies
Delivered trainings on Mathematical Modelling to corporates in alliance
with a government organization, NIESBUD
Signed a deal with a multi-national EPC company to deliver on-site
trainings on Simulation platforms to its employees
A few glimpses…..
33. Bouquet of our Competencies
Process Simulation
Process Integration
Simulanis Computer-Aided Process Design
Process Safety
Statistical and Analytical Tools for Manufacturing Industry
Process Design
34. Bouquet of Our Competencies
Process Simulation
Design, development, analysis and
optimization of individual equipment
and the overall plant
Interpretation of process flow sheets
and prediction of performance of the
process
Hands-on training for industry's
leading process simulation tools,
starting from introduction to GUI to
advanced topics
Dynamic process modelling to run
emergency scenarios, evaluate startup
and shutdown procedures and batch
processes
35. Process Simulation
(Scope Not Exhaustive)
Generic Process Simulation Package
Getting started with simulation
Know your simulating engine
Process flowsheeting
Property analysis
Dynamic simulations
Plant-wide simulations
Simulating basic unit operations
Economic and energy analysis
Running simple simulation cases
Flare network design and rating
Heat exchanger design and rating
Equation Oriented simulations
Simulating complex unit operations
Custom modelling and simulation
Integrating FORTRAN & simulation
Advanced optimization strategies
Model analysis techniques
PSV sizing, design and rating
Refinery Package
Hydrotreating simulations
Reformer simulations
Acid gas cleaning simulations
LNG plant simulations
Hydrocracking simulations
Upstream simulations (dynamic)
Sour gas cleaning simulations
Debutanizer column simulations
FCC simulations
General refining simulations
ADU/VDU simulations
Biodiesel synthesis simulations
Batch Process (Pharmaceutical) Package
Batch process simulations
Granulation simulations
Batch process dynamic simulations
Crushing simulations
Drying simulations
Pneumatic conveying simulations
36. Bouquet of Our Competencies
Computer-Aided Process Engineering
Basic to advanced-level computational
techniques to perform process
engineering calculations
Advanced mathematical tools on a
wide variety of platforms such as
Microsoft Excel, Visual Basic, MATLAB,
FORTRAN and GAMS
Build confidence to create powerful
calculation and mini-simulation
models to assist in routine as well as
challenging engineering calculations
Process Engineering problems ranging
from refinery scheduling and
equipment sizing to practical
optimization of the complete plant
37. CAPE ( Computer Aided Process
Engineering )
MS Excel
(Scope Not Exhaustive) Getting started with MS Excel
Basic formulae and auditing
Using What-If, Solver and Goal Seek
Pivot tables, Import / Export data
Executing optimization algorithms
Performing flash calculations
Solving phase equilibrium
Hydraulic calculations
Data analysis and interpretation
Creating visual reports and charts
Complex formulae and logic control
Performing iterative calculations
Performing mass balances
Equipment sizing calculations
Generating process datasheets
Visual Basic Integrated MS Excel
Introducing VBA for MS Excel
Mastering VBA programming
Process Eng. VB Case Studies
Recording VB macros
Advanced VBA tools and tips
Creating Process Engg. Applications
Basics of VBA programming
Error handling techniques
Creating Process Engg. User Forms
MATLAB for Chemical Engineers
Engg. mathematics using MATLAB
Heat & Mass Transfer with MATLAB
Process modelling using MATLAB
CRE using MATLAB
Analysis of process control systems
Process Eng. MATLAB Case Studies
GAMS for Optimization
Introduction to GAMS GAMS Programming GAMS Optimization Case Studies
38. Bouquet of Our Competencies
Process Safety
Selecting, designing, sizing, rating and
simulating relief systems based on API,
ASME, AIChE and DIERS guidelines
Qualitative hazard evaluation
techniques, HAZOP, HAZAN, WHAT-IF
and FMEA
Analytical tools such as FTA and LOPA
for assessing the potential hazardous
incidents in a process facility
Interactive sessions on What Went
Wrong – Learning from Process
Disasters
39. Process Safety
(Scope Not Exhaustive)
Pressure Relief Calculations
Introduction to relief calculations
Relief scenarios
Relief device sizing
2-phase relief and DIERS
Overview of relief devices
Relief device operation
Relief device rating
Single phase relief
Causes of overpressure
Relief device selection
Relief device installation
Simulating relief scenarios
Hazard Evaluation Techniques
HAZOP
FMEA
Preliminary Hazard Analysis (PHA)
Hazard Analysis
Reaction Hazards
What Went Wrong
HAZID
FTA
Cause-Consequence Analysis (CCA)
Risk Assessment
Process Safety Management
WHAT-IF
LOPA
Checklist Analysis
Emergency Measures
Material Compatibility
Process Disasters Case Studies
Incident Investigation
Emergency Management
Video Showcase
HAC Studies
Loss Prevention
Technical Digest
Safe Work Practices
Human Factors and Safety Culture
40. Bouquet of Our Competencies
Process Integration
Fundamentals of integrating a series
of processes, employing various unit
operations
Methods and techniques to achieve
energy efficient designs, distillation
column sequencing, and optimize site-wide
utility systems
Advanced techniques in the domain of
heat-exchanger networks (HEN) and
pinch technology
Heat Integration of Distillation
Columns, Evaporators, Dryers, and
Reactors
41. Process Integration
(Scope Not Exhaustive)
Generic Process Integration Package
Process-specific integration topics
Reactor-Separator-Recycle System
Solvent Based Separations
Cycle Gasification Process
Absorption Separation Systems
Reactive Distillation
Solvent Extraction
Dividing Wall Distillation Columns
Minimization of Flue-Gas Emissions
Novel Reactor Systems
Hydrogen Integration Techniques
Separation Of Azeotropic Mixtures
Distillation Sequencing
Energy Systems Design
Heat Exchanger Network Design
Heat Integration of Reactors
Cogeneration
Utility Systems Design
Distillation Column Sequencing
Steam Systems
Water Systems Design
Distillation Systems Design
Heat Integration of Columns
Cooling Systems
Environmental Design
Thermodynamic Properties
Process Economics
Choice of Reactors
Process Optimization
Choice of Separators
Complex Separations
42. Bouquet of Our Competencies
Analytical and Statistical Tools for
Manufacturing
Learn to Define, Measure, Analyze,
Improve and Control the processes
using Six Sigma Techniques
Statistical Process Control (SPC) Tools
and Procedures, Gage R&R, ANOVA,
Process Capability Analysis using
Minitab software
Projection variances, Shift
productivity, Production planning and
scheduling using MS Excel
Fishbone Analysis, Pareto Analysis,
Calibration and measurement, etc.
43. Bouquet of Our Competencies
Process Design
Sourcing the right data to prepare for
design, estimating and calculating
properties of chemical components
Performing routine fluid flow
calculations such as hydraulic, pumps,
compressors and turbine calculations
Performing design of equipment such
as separators, columns, heat
exchangers, pressure vessels, control
valves and relief devices in-line with
codes and standards
Studying control and instrumentation
44. Process Design – Topics to choose from
(Scope Not Exhaustive)
Generic Process Design Package
Chemical Engineer Duties
Hydraulic Calculations (Line Sizing)
Turbine Calculations
Control Valve Design Calculations
Instrumentation and Control
Oil & Gas Industry Focus
Crude Oil Distillation
Distillate hydrocracking
Refinery Economics
Pharmaceutical Industry Focus
Sourcing Data
Pump Calculations
Separator Design
Heat Exchanger Design and Rating
Mass and Energy Balances
Catalytic Reforming
Hydrotreating
Process Equipment in Refining
Property Estimation
Compressor Calculations
Pressure Vessel Design
Distillation Column Design
Quick Process Engg. Calculations
FCC
Refinery Gas Treating
Catalyst Regeneration
Batch Process Scheduling Batch Process Optimization Batch Process Integration
45. More about our Professional Development
Services…..
Simulanis Methodology
Chemical Engineering Text
1
Design Guides
2
Added Advantage
Simulation Videos
3
Academic Journals
4
Research Databases
5
Institutional Guidelines
6
How we develop our course content?
46. Course Content Delivery
Advantages of e-delivery
Features
Participants are provided with a brand-new
Tablet with a pre-loaded Simulanis
app
A unique username and password is
provided to every participant
Course content can be easily accessed
using the Simulanis app at all times
Participants can post a query directly, at any
time using this app
Participants can monitor the progress of the
course(s) enrolled by him / her
A handy learning experience wherein a candidate can not only view course content but also raise a query whenever
required
Updated course content can be made available with frequent release of new versions
Navigability of the course content becomes easy by quick links to specific pages / sections
Relevant webpages specific to the topics can also be referred directly from this digital interface
47. Best-in-class Course Content
Intensive brainstorming
Content development
SimulanisTM course content
Accreditation Peer-review
USP of our Course Content
• Backed by intensive research
• Peer-reviewed by industry experts and academicians
• Supplemented with support CDs / DVDs
• Multiple illustrations, case studies and problem statements
• Continuous improvement based on Japanese philosophy, “Kaizen”