MySep workflow new build vessels

MySep

9 Feb 201704:11

Summary

TLDRThis video showcases a streamlined workflow for designing a new build separator in a SEP stream. It begins with importing data directly from a process simulator and utilizes the auto science function to assist in vessel design. Carryover values are then sent back to the simulator to enhance simulation accuracy. The video demonstrates using the autosize tool to evaluate different configurations and adjust the initial design as needed. It highlights the importance of sending calculated carryover and pressure drop data back to the process simulation for a more representative model. Finally, it shows how to generate a vessel data sheet quickly, saving time and providing technical benefits. The video concludes by inviting viewers to learn more about the capabilities of MY SEP through their website or email.

Takeaways

📈 The video demonstrates a workflow for designing a new build separator in an SEP stream.
🔄 Data is imported directly from a process simulator to facilitate the design process.
🔧 The 'auto science' function in SEP assists in the design by providing carryover values.
🔄 These carryover values are sent back to the process simulator to improve simulation accuracy.
📋 A process data sheet is generated to import process data for the design.
🔗 SEP can communicate with five leading simulators for seamless integration.
🔍 The 'autosize' tool is used to quickly obtain an initial vessel size and compare up to three configurations.
📏 The configuration with the 'vein pack' is selected for further evaluation in this example.
🛠 The initial design provided by the 'autosize' tool can be reviewed and adjusted as needed.
✅ The carryover rate is assumed to be acceptable and is sent back to the process simulation for more realistic modeling.
📊 The simulation recalculates with the new carryover values, affecting downstream system parameters.
📑 A vessel data sheet can be generated quickly, including design data and layout drawings.
🚀 The video highlights the time-saving and technical benefits of using SEP for separation vessel design.

Q & A

What is the primary purpose of the video?
-The video demonstrates a typical workflow for designing a new build separator in a SEP stream, using various tools and functions to streamline the process.
How is process data imported into the SEP tool?
-Process data is imported directly from a process simulator into the SEP tool.
What function assists in the design of the vessel carryover?
-The auto science function within the SEP tool assists in the design of the vessel carryover.
Why is it important to send carryover values back to the process simulator?
-Sending carryover values back to the process simulator makes the simulation more representative of real-world conditions and helps in accurately predicting downstream system impacts.
How many configurations can be evaluated simultaneously using the autosize tool?
-The autosize tool can evaluate up to three configurations side-by-side.
What are the factors considered when comparing different configurations using the autosize tool?
-Factors considered include vessel size, vessel inside diameter, and the weight for each configuration.
How does the SEP tool help in reviewing and adjusting the initial design?
-The SEP tool allows users to review the performance of the vessel and adjust the initial design as needed, based on factors such as carryover rate and vessel pressure drop.
What is assumed for vessel performance in simulations by default?
-By default, vessel performance in simulations is typically assumed to be 100%, meaning zero carryover.
How does carryover from a vessel affect the downstream system?
-Carryover from a vessel can affect the downstream system by impacting factors such as liquid load to downstream vessels, heat exchanger duty, and hydrocarbon dew points.
What is the final deliverable provided after the design process in the video?
-The final deliverable is a vessel data sheet, which includes design data as well as the vessel and internals layout drawing.
What additional resources are available for those interested in learning more about the SEP tool?
-For more information about the benefits and capabilities of the SEP tool, one can visit the company's website or email them directly.

Outlines

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🛠️ Workflow for Designing a New Build Separator

This paragraph outlines the workflow for designing a new build separator in a SEP stream. The process begins with importing data directly from a process simulator. The 'auto science' function is utilized to assist in the design, particularly with carryover values which are then sent back to the process simulator to enhance the simulation's accuracy. The video demonstrates the connection between MY SEP and various leading simulators, the selection of a simulation case, and the listing of separation vessels. The focus is on designing the first eight separators, using the 'autosize' tool to obtain initial vessel sizes and comparing configurations based on different types of internals. The paragraph concludes with the generation of a process data sheet to import process data and the opening of a simulation case in the process simulator.

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Keywords

💡SEP stream

SEP stands for Separation Process. In the context of the video, it refers to the process of separating different components of a mixture, typically in oil and gas industry. The script mentions that data is imported directly from a process simulator for the design of a new build separator within the SEP stream, highlighting the importance of data integration in the design process.

💡Process simulator

A process simulator is a software tool used to model and simulate the operation of a process system. In the video, it is stated that data for the design of a separator is imported directly from a process simulator, indicating that the simulator is a key component in the workflow for designing separation vessels.

💡Auto science function

The auto science function, as mentioned in the script, is a feature used to assist in the design of the vessel. It likely refers to an automated tool within the design software that helps in determining the scientific aspects of the vessel design, such as optimal dimensions and configurations.

💡Carryover values

Carryover values refer to the amount of liquid that is carried over with the gas phase in a separation process. The script discusses how these values are sent back to the process simulator to improve the simulation's accuracy, showing that carryover is a critical parameter in ensuring the simulation represents real-world conditions.

💡Vessel design

Vessel design in the script pertains to the process of determining the specifications and layout of a separation vessel. The video demonstrates the use of the autosize tool to obtain an initial vessel size and compares different configurations, such as mesh pad and tray types, to select the most suitable design.

💡Autosize tool

The autosize tool is a feature within the design software that helps to quickly determine the initial size of a vessel. The script mentions that it can evaluate up to three configurations side-by-side, which shows its utility in streamlining the design process and making comparisons between different design options.

💡Mesh pad

A mesh pad is one of the configurations evaluated in the video for the separator design. It is a type of internal device used in vessels to improve separation efficiency. The script compares the size based on a mesh pad configuration, indicating it as one of the options considered during the design process.

💡Tray type

Tray type refers to the design of the internals of a vessel, which can affect its separation efficiency. In the script, the vein pack is mentioned as a tray type that is selected for further evaluation, illustrating the importance of choosing the right tray type for the vessel's performance.

💡Process emulation

Process emulation is the act of simulating a process to mimic its behavior under various conditions. The script describes how the calculated carryover rate is sent back to the process emulation case, which helps in making the simulation more representative of the actual process.

💡Data sheet

A data sheet in this context is a document that contains detailed information about the design of a vessel and its internals. The script mentions that a vessel data sheet can be generated quickly, which is essential for documenting the design and sharing it with other stakeholders in the project.

Highlights

Introduction to a typical workflow for designing a new build separator in a SEP stream.

Data is directly imported from a process simulator into the SEP tool.

Utilization of the auto science function to assist in the design of the vessel.

Carryover values are sent back to the process simulator for more accurate simulation.

Generation of a process data sheet to import process data.

The video demonstrates the connection between MYSEP and five leading simulators.

Listing of all open cases in the simulator once a connection is made.

Selection of a simulation case and listing of all separation vessels.

Importing process data for the first eight separators.

Use of the autosize tool to obtain an initial vessel size.

Comparison of up to three configurations side-by-side.

Evaluation of different configurations based on mesh pad and tray type.

Determination of vessel inside diameter and weight for each configuration.

Further evaluation of the selected configuration with the tray type.

Review and adjustment of the initial design provided by the auto size tool.

Assumption of vessel performance and carryover rate acceptability.

Sending calculated carryover back to the process emulation case.

Impact of liquid in gas carryover on downstream systems.

Visibility of carryover in the simulator's carryover setup area.

Sending vessel pressure drop to the design parameters tab.

Automatic recalculation of simulation and observation of liquid entrainment.

Generation of a vessel data sheet with design data and layout drawing.

Summary of the benefits and capabilities of MYSEP for swift vessel design.

Invitation to visit the website or email for more information on MYSEP.