Introduction PEMEX Refinacion, Mexico awarded two lump-sum contracts in 1994 to ABB Industrial Systems, Inc., Houston for the engineering and implementation of an integrated advanced online blend control, optimization, and planning systems for its Cadereyta and Tula refineries. The detailed…

Introduction The implementation of any computer automation in any manufacturing unit requires one to conduct a benefits study for its economic justification. A benefit study typically looks at all aspects of project implementation and presents its recommendations to corporate management…

Introduction The activities of a typical refinery or any processing plant can be categorized into a number of major broad areas. The viability of a plant depends upon how these areas are managed, integrated, and structured to meet operational requirements,…