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Year	Project Type	Customer	Project Title	Process Simulator	Country	Company Type	Short Description
2024	Dynamic Simulation Study	A Malaysian FPSO Construction Company	Dynamic Scenarios for Heating Medium Rupture Disk	Aspen HYSYS	Brazil	Operator	Inprocess successfully delivered the Dynamic Scenarios for the Heating Medium Rupture Disk as a supplement to the Operator Training System for a FPSO in Brazil. This project assessed the feasibility of the FPSO Heating Medium system through various dynamic scenarios involving the HM pumps and their consumers.
2024	ICOM License	Norwegian subsidiary of a Malaysian FPSO constructor	Competence Management System license and final customization for client		Worldwide	Operator	ICOM has been licensed by client in order to implement a customized training system for their operating workforce in Brazil, Ghana and Norway. ICOM is Inprocess' comprehensive browser-based software facilitating workforce development and competency assessment in hydrocarbon and chemical processing industries by offering customizable training itineraries, integrated learning materials, and assessment tools.
2024	Dynamic Simulation Study	Malaysian FPSO constructor (Brazil Office)	Dynamic Simulation Studies for the Seawater Treatment System of an FPSO in Brazil	Aspen HYSYS	Brazil	EPC	The client commissioned a dynamic simulation study (DSS) for the Seawater Treatment System, focusing on analyzing the hydraulic behavior and controllability of the SRU Feed Pumps. The study aimed to address vibration issues observed at low flow rates by adjusting the minimum flow protection of the pumps. The SRU Membrane Units operated in different modes, with the number of SRU Feed Pumps and SRU Membranes adjusted according to downstream demand. The study evaluated the operational requirements for each mode of SRU Membrane Unit operation.
2024	Operator Training Simulator (OTS)	Malaysian FPSO constructor	Early Training Solution (Emulated OTS) for an FPSO located offshore Brazil	Aspen HYSYS	Brazil	EPC	Inprocess had successfully completed a Multipurpose Dynamic Simulation project. However, there were some delays in receiving ICSS from provider. To address delays in the final Database of the ICSS project for the FPSO, an Early Training Solution (emulated OTS) was provided. This solution enabled the verification of operating procedures and training of new operators on the process. It emulated the ICSS and operator HMI using Aspen HYSYS models and IIS capability for screens emulation. Activities included SIS implementation, HMI configuration, quality testing, and documentation. Hardware from the base scope for Direct-Connect OTS was reused, with remote access provided.
2023	Operator Training Simulator (OTS)	Norwegian Subsidary of a main automation contractor	Direct-Connect OTS for a FPSO located in an oil & gas field in the North Sea	Aspen HYSYS	Norway	Instrumentation Provider	The delivered Operator Training Simulators (OTSs) aim to train operational staff on both process and control systems, reduce the risk of operational incidents, decrease start-up time, increase plant on-stream time, and serve as a test-bed for engineering analysis. The OTSs emulate plant behavior with high fidelity, ensuring minimal differences from the real plant DCS interface. This realistic simulation helped operators practice and improve responses to various scenarios, preventing equipment damages and enhancing overall operational efficiency.
2023	Operator Training Simulator (OTS)	Dutch FPSO constructor and International EPC Joint Venture	Multi-Purpose Dynamic Simulator - MPDS (or Lifecycle OTS) for an FPSO in Guyana	Aspen HYSYS	Guyana	Operator	Inprocess has successfully delivered a Multi-Purpose Dynamic Simulator (or LIfecycle OTS) along the oil development project, utilizing its advanced IIS software, recognized as a premier OTS orchestration tool. This project included a Virtual Start-up initiative. The solution aimed to proactively identify issues in the FPSO system before actual start-up, saving time, reducing risks, and improving overall process safety. The Testing and Training Simulator, a key component, served various purposes, such as OTS, ICSS testing, Virtual Start-up, controller tuning, verification of process control narratives, and commissioning support. The successful completion underscores the effectiveness of Inprocess IIS software in optimizing critical processes for clients.
2023	Operator Training Simulator (OTS)	Dutch FPSO constructor	Testing and Training Simulator for an FPSO located in offshore Brazil	Aspen HYSYS	Brazil	EPC	Inprocess has successfully delivered the OTS as a versatile and integrated component with Digital Twin of the FPSO. The simulator have been serving various purposes, including ICSS testing, Virtual Startup, verification of process control narratives, Operator Training Simulator (OTS), and operations support during initial start-up and ongoing phases. The primary objective of the OTS was to certify operators for competence. This enabled the operational staff, including control room operators, operating supervisors, and process engineers, to gain practical experience in operating facilities across diverse situations, encompassing normal operation, shutdown, start-up after a trip or shutdown, control of emergencies, abnormal situations, process control strategies, advanced control logics, communication with field operators, and handling equipment malfunctions and emergency conditions.
2023	Dynamic Simulation Study	Dutch FPSO constructor for a US Oil Major	Dynamic Simulation Study for an oil development Project in Guyana	Aspen HYSYS	Guyana	Operator	Inprocess has created a high fidelity dynamic simulation model. This model enabled: 1. The demonstration that the configuration of the process equipment and the control philosophy applied meets the functional requirements, 2. Verification of the performance of the process control scheme and confirm control, alarm, and trip settings, 3. Verification of start-up and shut-down procedures
2023	Operator Training Simulator (OTS)	Dutch EPC Compnany for Offshore Plants	Virtual Commissioning using an OTS for a Brazilian FPSO	UniSim Design	Brazil	EPC	Virtual Commissioning and Start-up targeted to reveal hidden issues and flaws of the whole FPSO (equipment, control narratives, ICSS code, operating procedures, process safety, etc.) before they may happen in the real start up. This would save start up time, reduce the risk of potential equipment damages, minimize the flaring/ emissions and improving the process safety.
2023	Operator Training Simulator (OTS)	Malaysian FPSO constructor	Multi-purpose Dynamic Simulator (Lifecycle OTS) for an FPSO to be located offshore Angola	Aspen HYSYS	Angola	EPC	Phase I – Dynamic Process Model Development, Dynamic Simulation Studies and Steady State Simulations Verification: Based on the design and equipment data, a complete dynamic Aspen HYSYS® Dynamics model will be built against H&MB and/or Steady State model provided. In parallel, the Steady State simulations will be verified according to existing design conditions. Phase II – Operating Procedures Validation & Early-Emulated OTS Phase III – ICSS Database Checkout Phase IV – OTS Direct-Connect Phase V - Start-up Support
2023	Dynamic Simulation Study	Japanese FPSO constructor	Operating scenarios for an FPSO using an integrated transient model (subsea + topside facilities)	OLGA; UniSim Design	Senegal	EPC	Additional transient scenarios necessary obtain conclusions on how to ensure the correct operation of the subsea production line of the FPSO
2024	Operator Training Simulator (OTS)	Brazilian office of a software technology provider for a Brazilian oil company	Multi-Purpose Dynamic Simulator and Operators Training for an FPSO (P-82) located offshore Brazil	Aspen HYSYS	Brazil	Software Development Company	Development of a multi-purpose dynamic simulator (MPDS) in order to train control room and field operators of a Brazilian FPSO. The project is scheduled in five modules, comprising 1. the development of the dynamic simulation model (to rigorously replicate the behavior of the processing facilities) 2. the simulation of the control system using the softcontroller supplied by the control system provider 3. the configuration of the training system with the instructor and operators consoles 4. the development of an immersive environment, based on 3D virtual reality, to simultaneously train the field operators and the CROs 5. development and implementation of the Start-up and Commissioning Monitoring System by connecting the MPDS to the real-time database
2024	Operator Training Simulator (OTS)	Brazilian office of a software technology provider for a Brazilian oil company	Multi-Purpose Dynamic Simulator and Operators Training for an FPSO (P-80) located offshore Brazil	Aspen HYSYS	Brazil	Software Development Company	Development of a multi-purpose dynamic simulator (MPDS) in order to train control room and field operators of a Brazilian FPSO. The project is scheduled in five modules, comprising 1. the development of the dynamic simulation model (to rigorously replicate the behavior of the processing facilities) 2. the simulation of the control system using the softcontroller supplied by the control system provider 3. the configuration of the training system with the instructor and operators consoles 4. the development of an immersive environment, based on 3D virtual reality, to simultaneously train the field operators and the CROs 5. development and implementation of the Start-up and Commissioning Monitoring System by connecting the MPDS to the real-time database
2023	Operator Training Simulator (OTS)	Brazilian office of a software technology provider for a Brazilian oil company	Multi-Purpose Dynamic Simulator and Operators Training for an FPSO (P-79) located offshore Brazil	Aspen HYSYS	Brazil	Software Development Company	Development of a multi-purpose dynamic simulator (MPDS) in order to train control room and field operators of a Brazilian FPSO. The project is scheduled in five modules, comprising 1. the development of the dynamic simulation model (to rigorously replicate the behavior of the processing facilities) 2. the simulation of the control system using the softcontroller supplied by the control system provider 3. the configuration of the training system with the instructor and operators consoles 4. the development of an immersive environment, based on 3D virtual reality, to simultaneously train the field operators and the CROs 5. development and implementation of the Start-up and Commissioning Monitoring System by connecting the MPDS to the real-time database
2023	Operator Training Simulator (OTS)	Brazilian office of a software technology provider for a Brazilian oil company	Multi-Purpose Dynamic Simulator and Operators Training for an FPSO (P-78) located offshore Brazil	Aspen HYSYS	Brazil	Software Development Company	Development of a multi-purpose dynamic simulator (MPDS) in order to train control room and field operators of a Brazilian FPSO. The project is scheduled in five modules, comprising 1. the development of the dynamic simulation model (to rigorously replicate the behavior of the processing facilities) 2. the simulation of the control system using the softcontroller supplied by the control system provider 3. the configuration of the training system with the instructor and operators consoles 4. the development of an immersive environment, based on 3D virtual reality, to simultaneously train the field operators and the CROs 5. development and implementation of the Start-up and Commissioning Monitoring System by connecting the MPDS to the real-time database
2022	Dynamic Simulation Study	Swiss Compressors Manufacturer (German Office) for a Singapore FPSO constructor (Norway office)	Dynamic Simulation Studies for compressors in an FPSO to be located offshore Angola	Aspen HYSYS	Angola	Equipment Manufacturer	Dynamic simulation study analyzing of the dynamic behavior of the MP, HP and HP injection Gas Compressor Packages for various transient operations (e.g., start-up from settle out conditions, normal shutdown, emergency shutdown, ASV failure, blocked outlet, etc.) in order to determine the adequacy of the dimensions of the protecting systems
2022	Operator Training Simulator (OTS)	Nigerian EPC for a Nigerian E&P Oil Company	Multi-Purpose Dynamic Simulation for a Nigerian FPSO Rehabilitation	Aspen HYSYS	Nigeria	EPC	The Multi-Purpose Dynamic Simulation project for this FPSO includes engineering studies, validation of operating procedures, ICSS and OEM configuration revision, operator training and operations support. This means 5 project stages covering the development of the dynamic model in Aspen HYSYS for engineering studies; a Process Trainer to develop and validate operating procedures; connection to the emulation of the control and safety system from Siemens PCS7; the development of the training scenarios and the instructor-devoted console; and the training of the operators
2022	Operator Training Simulator (OTS)	Norwegian office of a Malaysian FPSO constructor	Implementation of the Safety System in the dynamic model of a Process Trainer for an FPSO	Aspen HYSYS	Brazil	EPC	During the development of the Process Trainer (early-OTS) in one of the stages of a Multi-Purpose Dynamic Simulator project, client requested to expand it including the Safety System in the simulation model, something that usually is not part of a Process Trainer
2022	Dynamic Simulation Study	Indian branch of an FPSO constructor	Determination of the Process Safety Time by dynamic simulation of a HIPPS protecting a gas turbine in an FPSO	UniSim Design	Brazil	Operator	Due to an inconsistency detected in the safety documentation, the FPSO operator requested to carry out a dynamic simulation study of the Process Safety Time of a HIPPS system protecting one of the gas turbines in order to find a permanent solution to the issue after having applied a temporary short-term action in the FPSO
2022	Professional Development and Training	Norwegian office of a Malaysian FPSO Constructor	Training Program Development and Train the Trainer for the operators in an FPSO using OTS	Aspen HYSYS	Brazil	EPC	The complexity of the production process that takes place in a FPSO and the high degree of specialization of the different job positions, makes it necessary to setup a training program based on the OTS supported by a team of instructor and OTS support engineers. The training program and the team set up was performed in the following steps: 1. Develop the training program based on training material generated for the OTS and the training needs according to the group of instructors and/or operators’ level of competency. 2. Train the trainers sessions 3. Operators training sessions
2022	Operator Training Simulator (OTS)	Malaysian FPSO Constructor	Lifecycle Operator Training System for an FPSO located offshore Brazil	Aspen HYSYS	Brazil	EPC	Multi-Purpose Dynamic Simulator (MPDS) or Lifecycle OTS for an FPSO that will be operating offshore the Brazilian coast. Besides using the MPDS to train the future operators of the control room in the FPSO, it will also be used to carry out dynamic simulation studies to validate the correct sizing of the equipment; to validate the initially drafted operating procedures; to virtually commission the ICSS database; to train the operators; and to support operations during wells and FPSO start-up
2022	Dynamic Simulation Study	German Compressors Manufacturers for a Norwegian FPSO constructor	Dynamic Simulation Study for some compressors in an FPSO (CO2, Flash Gas and Export Gas)	Aspen HYSYS	Australia	EPC	Development of dynamic simulation models to validate the systems design including motor, recycle valves sizing, response time and piping volumes, compressors anti-surge and performance control system. The models shall be used to simulate the compressors train start-up including verification of motor horsepower and torque requirements (motor torque margin vs speed curve) for the start-up from settle-out conditions.
2022	Dynamic Simulation Study	French compressors manufacturer for an Italian FPSO constructor in Brazil	Dynamic Simulation Study for the compressor in the processing facilities of an FPSO in Brazil	Aspen HYSYS	Brazil	Equipment Manufacturer	Dynamic Simulation Study to determine the necessity of a cooler in the antisurge circuit of a compressor in a FPSO. Along project phase I (Antisurge cooler validation) it was studied for how long the compressor can recirculate flow on its recirculation loop without reaching the compressor suction temperature trip settings. In project phase II a series of upset and operational scenarios (emergency shutdown, blocked inlet/outlet, start-up, etc.) to study the transient behavior of the compressor. The antisurge recycle cooler will be included or not depending on the results obtained in phase I.
2022	Operator Training Simulator (OTS)	Norwegian Office of a Malaysian FPSO constructor	Multi-Purpose Dynamic Simulator for an FPSO to be located in the Jubarte Field, North Campos Basin (Brazil)	Aspen HYSYS	Brazil	EPC	The Multi-Purpose Dynamic Simulator project will include the development of the dynamic model in Aspen HYSYS, validation of both operating procedures and ICSS (Kongsberg's K-Chief 700) application code, operator training and operations support. The MPDS supplied by Inprocess comprises the following phases: • Phase I (Process Model Development and Dynamic Simulation Studies) • Phase II (Procedures Validation & Early-Emulated OTS) • Phase III (Database Checkout) • Phase IV (OTS Direct-connect) • Phase V (Start-up Support)
2022	Dynamic Simulation Study	FPSO Constructor	Engineering Studies (Depressurization) for an FPSO, located offshore Brazil	Aspen HYSYS	Brazil	EPC	The FPSO constructor requested Inprocess the execution of the FPSO Depressurization Study regarding production and gas lift risers through 1st Stage Separator and/or HP Flare KO Drum, in order to evaluate if the General Technical Description requirements are met. The Blowdown Utility in Aspen HYSYS was used for this transient analysis
2022	Dynamic Simulation Study	Dutch FPSO constructor	Dynamic Simulation Studies for an FPSO to be located offshore Brazil	UniSim Design	Brazil	EPC	A dynamic Simulation study was performed in order to identify the dynamic behavior of individual process components and of the overall topside process & utility systems for major scenarios such as normal operation, startup, shutdown, pressure packing & depacking, and transient scenarios, such as sudden closure of ESDV, malfunctions, pump trips etc. The main design objectives of this dynamic simulation study were the following: • To demonstrate that the configuration of the process equipment and the control philosophy applied meets the functional requirements. • Confirm control and trip settings • Verify the start-up and shutdown procedures • Provide input to close relevant HAZOP actions
2022	Dynamic Simulation Study	Ghana office of a Malaysian FPSO Constructor	Simulation Studies for the installation of the 3rd HP compressor in an FPSO offshore Ghana	Aspen HYSYS	Ghana	Operator	Client is interested in increasing the FPSO gas processing capacity. For that reason, it is interested in evaluating the possible installation of a 3rd train HP compression system, with higher flowrates to supplement associated gas processing and reduce process flaring. Inprocess was requested to provide the compressor analysis of the effect of the addition of the new 3rd HP compressor train. The results of this study will be the input to the Feasibility and Constructability study executed by the engineering company, which shall highlight any potential showstoppers focusing on technical debottlenecking in order to operate the 3rd HP compression system at a maximum flow of 130 MMSCFD.
2022	Operator Training Simulator (OTS)	Instrumentation Provider for a Malaysian FPSO constructor	Development of a direct-connect OTS for an FPSO offshore Brazil (Mero field)	Aspen HYSYS	Brazil	Instrumentation Provider	Development of an OTS for an FPSO to be located in the Mero field, offshore Brazil. The system will be direct-connect using the software provided by Emerson in order to simulate the behavior of their DeltaV ICSS. The simulation of the processing facilities will be carried out with Aspen HYSYS Dynamics and Inprocess Infrastructure Suite will provide the Instructor capabilities of the tool, the data transmission among applications and the qualification of the students. A deep checkout of the ICSS database will be as well carried our as one of the phases of the OTS construction
2022	Dynamic Simulation Study	Singapore FPSO Constructor	Detailed Depressuring Study for an FPSO offshore Brazil (Marlim field)	VMGSim/Simmetry	Brazil	EPC	As a Variation Order for the main project (Lifecycle OTS), Inprocess was requested to perform a detailed depressurization analysis in dynamics for the GL Riser, using the Symmetry process simulator from Schlumberger. The study had to consider dynamic changes of composition and temperature at the HP Flare Cold header, taking into account the heat transfer phenomena. A sensitivity analysis was included on three options, modifying the key parameters and combining the effects of the different options.
2022	Operator Training Simulator (OTS)	Japanese FPSO constructor	Emulated OTS for an FPSO offshore Brazil	UniSim Design	Brazil	EPC	Inprocess developed and commissioned an emulated OTS for a new FPSO to be placed in the Marlim field, offshore Brazil. The characteristic of an emulated solution is that it does not use an additional software component to simulate the behavior of the Distributed Control System. The control narrative and the simulation of the control loops are part of the dynamic process simulation model. A similar approach is followed with the Safety Instrumented System. This approach ensures that operators can be trained with the OTS independently of the delays in the delivery of the ICSS database.
2022	Online Appplication	Norwegian Oil Company	Digital Twin Development with a Chemical Advisory Tool (CAT) for an FPSO in the North Sea	UniSim Design	Norway	Operator	Development of a Digital Twin focused on chemical injection system using the results to feed a tool under client’s development: CAT (Chemical Advisory Tool). An on-line digital Twin is able to provide additional key information derived from real-time instrumentation data and steady state / dynamic process models. For this project, Inprocess did take advantage of client knowledge in the North Sea platform and will reuse the simulation models already available.
2021	Operator Training Simulator (OTS)	FPSO Constructor and Operator	Migration of an existing OTS for a Brazilian FPSO	Aspen HYSYS	Brazil	Operator	Migration of the current four direct-connect OTS that Inprocess has developed in the past for this FPSO client to current virtual environment in place in their corporate training center
2021	Dynamic Simulation Study	FPSO Constructor and Operator	Determination of gas emissions during FPSO operation	Aspen HYSYS	Malaysia	Operator	Dynamic Simulation Study to calculate and monitor the expected amounts of gas (and VOCs) that are lost (sent to flare) during FPSO tanks loading and offloading operations
2021	Dynamic Simulation Study	FPSO Constructor and Operator	OTS Models update and Non-Associated Gas (NAG) studies	Aspen HYSYS	Ghana	Operator	Existing simulation model in an OTS will be updated and used to determine the possible limitation in the major main process equipment: LP/MP/HP flash gas compressor, HP flash gas compressor common suction cooler, dehydration inlet scrubber, TEG contactor, TEG regeneration package and gas injection train. There is the intention to increase the topside gas injection capacity, therefore there are interest to determine the maximum injection rate without any major modification on the FPSO.
2021	Dynamic Simulation Study	FPSO Constructor and Operator	Sea Water Treatment and Water Injection System dynamic model for an FPSO in Brazil	UniSim Design	Brazil	Operator	Inprocess will build a dynamic model for the Seawater treatment and water injection systems for an existing FPSO in Brazil. The purpose of this project is to allow the FPSO operator to obtain a dynamic simulation model ready to be connected to the ICSS system (SIMATIC PCS7) through SIMIT and taking advantage of the Inprocess Infrastructure Suite (IIS) software
2021	Dynamic Simulation Study	FPSO Operator in Ghana	Dynamic Simulation Study to determine the gas emissions during FPSO common operations	Aspen HYSYS	Ghana	Operator	A dynamic simulation study was requested by the FPSO operator in order to evaluate how much gas was vented and flared due to common operation of the internal oil tanks
2021	Dynamic Simulation Study	Japanese FPSO constructor (USA office)	Dynamic Simulation Study of the FPSO subsea lines to determine operational limitations	OLGA	Senegal	EPC	More operability studies were carried out for the Houston-based office in charge of designing a new FPSO. The studies were necessary for the subsea lines that will connect the wells to the FPSO
2021	Dynamic Simulation Study	Malaysian FPSO constructor and operator	Dynamic Simulation Study for the Export Gas compressors of an offshore facility	Aspen HYSYS	Malaysia	EPC	Analysis by dynamic simulation of the behavior and the required protection systems of the export gas compressor, that is part of an FPSO located offshore Malaysia
2021	Dynamic Simulation Study	FPSO Operator in a West African field	Simulation for new throttle valve upstream High Pressure Fuel Gas Compressors	Aspen HYSYS	Ghana	Operator	Taking advantage of the dynamic simulation model developed for the OTS currently in use in the FPSO, our client requested us to carry out additional operability analysis of the throttle valve located upstream of the compressors in the high pressure fuel gas system.
2021	Dynamic Simulation Study	Japanese FPSO constructor (USA office)	Dynamic Simulation Studies for the FPSO subsea lines	OLGA	Senegal	EPC	Dynamic Simulation Study to analyze the operational behavior of the subsea lines that connect the many wellheads with the FPSO
2021	Dynamic Simulation Study	Swiss Compressor Manufacturer (German Office) for a Japanese FPSO constructor	Dynamic Simulation Study for six compressors trains in a FPSO offshore Senegal	Aspen HYSYS	Senegal	Equipment Manufacturer	Under the contract with the FPSO constructor, client will deliver six centrifugal compressor trains: one low pressure (LP), three medium pressure (MP) and two high pressure (HP), which are all driven by fixed speed electric motors. The whole application will have the following capacities for each compression system: • LP - One Train with 100% capacity • MP - Three trains with 50% capacity each • HP - Two trains with 100% capacity each. Client has requested Inprocess to carry out a Dynamic Simulation Study for all these FPSO Compressors
2020	Operator Training Simulator (OTS)	Japanese FPSO constructor (Mexican office)	Lifecycle OTS for an FPSO to be located in the Gulf of Mexico	UniSim Design	Mexico	EPC	Development and commissioning of a Lifecycle OTS whose main purpose will be to train the control room operators of an FPSO located in the gulf of Mexico. On top of that, because this OTS is going to be built following Inprocess’ Lifecycle approach: • Client's engineers will benefit from the results obtained with the dynamic simulation model (built in Honeywell’s UniSim Design) during the design phase of the FPSO’s topsides, • The proposed operating procedures will be validated and tested in a preliminary Process Trainer (emulated OTS), • The configuration of the Integrated Control and Safeguarding System (ICSS) provided by ABB will be checked out in a virtual FAT (against the results of the process simulation model), • The control room operators will be deeply trained well before first oil in the risk-free environment provided by the direct-connect OTS, • Client’s Operations team will be supported during the start-up of the FPSO by the Inprocess’ engineers which would have gained extensive process, control, and procedures knowledge during the development of the OTS
2020	Operator Training Simulator (OTS)	Singapore Subsidary of a Malaysian FPSO Constructor	Lifecycle OTS for an FPSO located in a Brazilian field	Aspen HYSYS	Brazil	EPC	Development of a Lifecycle Operator Training Simulator (LC-OTS) for a Floating Production Storage and Offloading (FPSO) platform, which will be deployed at Marlim field in the Campos Basin. Although the LC-OTS's main purpose is to train the control room operators on a direct-connect OTS, the FPSO operator, like it has done before with other LC-OTS with Inprocess, will benefit from a wider scope during the engineering phases including: * Dynamic Simulation studies, operating procedures validation. * Early operators and engineers training with an Early-Emulated OTS. * Virtual commissioning of the ICSS configuration. * Processing facilities start-up support. * Post start-up support with the resulting Digital Twin.
2020	Dynamic Simulation Study	FPSO Constructor	Engineering Studies for Operations Support for an FPSO	Aspen HYSYS	Malaysia	EPC	Inprocess has performed a complete dynamic model for the FPSO topside facility. This dynamic model has been planned to be used for some initial verification of the process unit during the initial phase of the production start of the plant. Up to fifteen different upset production scenarios have been tested in this project
2020	Operator Training Simulator (OTS)	Major FPSO constructing and operating company	Lifecycle Operator Training Simulator for Almirante Barroso (MV32) FPSO	UniSim Design	Brazil	EPC	Development of the Lifecycle Operator Training Simulator (LC-OTS) for a Floating Production Storage and Offloading (FPSO) platform, which will be installed in the Búzios field, offshore Brazil. This LC-OTS will be installed in the same training center in Rio where Inprocess is already deploying LC-OTS for other two FPSOs. Although the LC-OTS's main purpose is to train the control room operators on a direct-connect OTS, client will benefit from a wider-scope during the engineering work including: Flare system validation, operating procedures drafting, early operators and engineers training with an emulated OTS, virtual commissioning of the ICSS configuration, start-up and post start-up support.
2020	Dynamic Simulation Study	Italian EPC for a FPSO constructor	HIPPS Study for an FPSO in Angola coast	Aspen HYSYS	Angola	EPC	Dynamic Simulation Study for a HIPPS protection system in order to determine the setpoint of operation
2020	Dynamic Simulation Study	FPSO Constructor	Dynamic Simulation Model of a FPSO	Aspen HYSYS	Malaysia	EPC	Planning for a future Operator Training System to be developed following the concept of Lifecycle Simulator, Inprocess' client requested to start separately the dynamic simulation studies around the equipment to be installed in the processing facilities of an FPSO
2019	Dynamic Simulation Study	FPSO Constructor	Dynamic Simulation Study of the Gas Injection Compressor in an FPSO in Ghana	Aspen HYSYS	Ghana	Operator	Dynamic Simulation Studies, with different operational scenarios, to calculate sizes of equipment and of safety devices for the Gas Injection compressor installed in a FPSO in Africa
2019	Dynamic Simulation Study	British Compressor Manufacturer	Dynamic Simulation Study for the LLP and LP compressors in a FPSO in Africa	Aspen HYSYS	Senegal	Equipment Manufacturer	Dynamic Simulation Studies, with different operational scenarios, to calculate sizes of equipment and of safety devices for the LLP and LP compressors installed in a FPSO in the west coast of Africa
2019	Dynamic Simulation Study	FPSO Constructor	Dynamic study to select adequate compressors in an FPSO	Aspen HYSYS	Ghana	EPC	Dynamic Simulation studies carried out for different compressor alternatives in order to select the best suited one
2019	Dynamic Simulation Study	Norwegian office of a Malaysian FPSO Constructor	Depressurization and re-pressurization dynamic study for a gas export sealine	Aspen HYSYS	Ghana	Operator	Dynamic Study to determine the operating procedure for the switch from automatic to manual in the gas export line from FPSO to the continent
2019	Dynamic Simulation Study	Swiss Compressor Manufacturer (German Office) for a Japanese FPSO constructor	Dynamic Simulation Study for three Different Compressor Trains Systems in a FPSO	Aspen HYSYS	Brazil	Equipment Manufacturer	Inprocess has developed a dynamic simulation model of the three compression systems designed to work in an FPSO offshore Brazil with the objective of determining the anti-surge requirements for the three systems; to evaluate the compressor start-up procedures and the driver ability to provide sufficient torque at the settle out pressure with/without soft starter; and to evaluate an emergency shutdown or trip event.
2019	Operator Training Simulator (OTS)	Major FPSO constructing and operating company	Lifecycle project and OTS for one FPSOs to be located offshore Brazil	UniSim Design	Brazil	Operator	A major FPSO constructing and operating company has awarded Inprocess the construction of an Operator Training Simulator for their new Floating Production Storage and Offloading (FPSO) platform, which is soon to be installed off the coast of Brazil (in the Sepia field). These fields produce a natural gas with a high CO2 content, thus a careful design of the processing facilities in the FPSO is required as well as precise operating procedures in order to be able to adequately process the fluids produced. The OTS being built to train the control room operators are, however, part of a wider-scope simulation lifecycle project which will include dynamic simulation studies to be executed before the actual construction of the topsides, as well as validation of the proposed operating procedures, checkout of the ICSS databases, operator training, start-up support and post start-up updates.
2019	Operator Training Simulator (OTS)	Major FPSO constructing and operating company	Lifecycle project and OTSs for one FPSO to be located offshore Brazil	UniSim Design	Brazil	Operator	A major FPSO constructing and operating company has awarded Inprocess the construction of an Operator Training Simulator for their new Floating Production Storage and Offloading (FPSO) platform, which is soon to be installed off the coast of Brazil (in the Libra field). These fields produce a natural gas with a high CO2 content, thus a careful design of the processing facilities in the FPSO is required as well as precise operating procedures in order to be able to adequately process the fluids produced. The OTS being built to train the control room operators are, however, part of a wider-scope simulation lifecycle project which will include dynamic simulation studies to be executed before the actual construction of the topsides, as well as validation of the proposed operating procedures, checkout of the ICSS databases, operator training, start-up support and post start-up updates.
2019	Operator Training Simulator (OTS)	Brazil office of a Dutch FPSO constructor	Operator Training System for one FPSO located offshore Brazil	UniSim Design	Brazil	Operator	Development of an Operator Training system for one FPSO located offshore Brazil. The dynamic model will be developed taking advantage of a previously built dynamic model for EPC studies. The control and safety system (from Siemens) will be simulated with Siemens softcontroller based on SIMIT
2019	Operator Training Simulator (OTS)	Brazil office of a Dutch FPSO constructor	Operator Training System for one FPSO located offshore Brazil	UniSim Design	Brazil	Operator	Development of an Operator Training system for one FPSO located offshore Brazil. The dynamic model will be developed taking advantage of a previously built dynamic model for EPC studies. The control and safety system (from Siemens) will be simulated with Siemens softcontroller based on SIMIT
2019	Operator Training Simulator (OTS)	Brazil office of a Dutch FPSO constructor	Operator Training System for one FPSO located offshore Brazil	UniSim Design	Brazil	Operator	Development of an Operator Training system for one FPSO located offshore Brazil. The dynamic model will be developed taking advantage of a previously built dynamic model for EPC studies. The control and safety system (from Siemens) will be simulated with Siemens softcontroller based on SIMIT
2019	Operator Training Simulator (OTS)	Brazil office of a Dutch FPSO constructor	Operator Training System for one FPSO located offshore Brazil	UniSim Design	Brazil	Operator	Development of an Operator Training system for one FPSO located offshore Brazil. The dynamic model will be developed taking advantage of a previously built dynamic model for EPC studies. The control and safety system (from Siemens) will be simulated with Siemens softcontroller based on SIMIT
2018	Dynamic Simulation Study	Norwegian office of a Malaysian FPSO Constructor	Dynamic Simulation Study to test and verify relief scenarios for a Non-Associated Gas line in a Ghanaian FPSO	Aspen HYSYS	Ghana	EPC	Inprocess executed several scenarios using the FPSO dynamic model to test and verify relief scenarios for the Non-Associated Gas processing line in John Agyekum Kufuor FPSO in Ghana coast
2018	Dynamic Simulation Study	Norwegian office of a Malaysian FPSO Constructor	Dynamic Simulation Study on a Ghanaian FPSO model to analyze flare incident	Aspen HYSYS	Ghana	EPC	Inprocess executed several scenarios using the FPSO dynamic model to analyze flare incident in John Agyekum Kufuor FPSO in Ghana coast
2018	Dynamic Simulation Study	Norwegian office of a Malaysian FPSO Constructor	Dynamic Simulation Study to test and check operational procedures to start the Non-Associated Gas processing line in a Ghanaian FPSO	Aspen HYSYS	Ghana	EPC	Inprocess executed several scenarios using the FPSO dynamic model to test and check operational procedures to start the Non-Associated Gas processing line in John Agyekum Kufuor FPSO in Ghana coast
2018	Dynamic Simulation Study	Norwegian office of a Malaysian FPSO Constructor	Dynamic Simulation Study to troubleshoot operational problems in MP and LP compressors in a Ghanaian FPSO	Aspen HYSYS	Ghana	EPC	Inprocess executed several scenarios using the FPSO dynamic model to troubleshoot operational problems in MP and LP compressors in John Agyekum Kufuor FPSO in Ghana coast
2017	Dynamic Simulation Study	British FPSO Operating Company	Dynamic Simulation Study for two Ghanaian FPSOs to check operational issue when both produce in parallel	Aspen HYSYS	Ghana	Operator	Inprocess' client wanted to check the impact in the operation of the gas export pipeline, from TEN and Jubilee FPSOs, specifically of the control system of the HP & GI compressors when both FPSOs were producing alone and together.
2016	Operator Training Simulator (OTS)	Major FPSO constructing and operating company	Operator Training System for a FPSO in Brazil	UniSim Design	Brazil	EPC	Inprocess carried out an Operator Training System for a FPSO in Brazil. The OTS was developed as a direct connect solution using Honeywell UniSim Dynamic model and Yokogawa's Centrum VP DCS emulator system.
2016	Operator Training Simulator (OTS)	Norwegian office of a Malaysian FPSO Constructor	Lifecycle Operator Training System for a Development Project	Aspen HYSYS	Ghana	EPC	In a previous project, Inprocess developed a high-fidelity dynamic simulation model, including all topside equipment with detailed design data. Taking advantage of the existing model, Inprocess carried out a Lifecycle approach for the Operator Training System (OTS) of the FPSO, comprising thus three phases: - The Control Narrative Verification, - The ICSS Checkout, and the - Direct-Connect OTS (Aspen HYSYS with Kongsberg K-Chief DCS)
2016	Flare Systems Analysis	Norwegian FPSO Operator	Sensitivity analysis for the LP flare system in a Norwegian FPSO	Aspen HYSYS	Norway	Operator	Ten sensitivity runs (under dynamic steady state conditions) ranging from 10% to 100% of the Max Oil flow rate from LP separator to LP flare system were run in order to determine how system pressure is affected by increasing flow rates.
2016	Dynamic Simulation Study	Major FPSO constructing and operating company	Dynamic Simulation Study for the modification of a FPSO located in Ghana	Aspen HYSYS	Ghana	EPC	New fields had been discovered in Ghana region. It was intended to produce from these discoveries to the FPSO. Based on the fact that the gas capacity was increasing, it required both trains of MP, HP, and gas Injection Compressors to be in operation to accommodate the final production. Since this was not how the gas system was originally designed, there were concerns about the control of two compression trains operating in parallel and Dynamic Simulation Studies were required to be carried out by Inprocess in order to address these concerns.
2015	Operator Training Simulator (OTS)	Dutch Exploration and Production Company	Process Trainer and Training Program for the operators in a Brazilian FPSO	Aspen HYSYS	Brazil	Operator	A previously developed training system for a sister FPSO was adapted to the operating conditions of FPSO. New exercises, new procedures, other small scenarios were developed and incorporated into this new Process Trainer. Associated with the development of the tool, there were also operator training sessions, led by Inprocess instructors, at client site.
2015	Dynamic Simulation Study	British FPSO Operating Company	Dynamic Simulation Study for a FPSO to be installed in Ghana coast	Aspen HYSYS	Ghana	Operator	Inprocess developed and delivered a dynamic simulation model of the entire processing facility starting from the Top of Riser (ToR) ESD Valve through to the cargo tanks. Inprocess engineers confirmed the behavior of the systems under a number of defined procedural and production upset conditions including but not limited to start up, shut down (normal & emergency), turndown, sudden loss of refrigerant, loss of cooling and/ or heating medium, inability to export gas due to sudden shutdown of the plant.
2015	Dynamic Simulation Study	Norwegian office of a Malaysian FPSO Constructor	Dynamic Simulation Study for a Development Project	Aspen HYSYS	Ghana	EPC	Inprocess developed three dynamic simulation models of the compression, produced water and sea water systems. Inprocess detailed the results obtained when testing the process control and protection devices by means of dynamic simulation
2014	Operator Training Simulator (OTS)	Dutch Exploration and Production Company	Process Trainer and Training Program for operators in a Brazilian FPSO	Aspen HYSYS	Brazil	Operator	The HYSYS models developed for a previous Dynamic Simulation Study was further developed to an emulated Process and Operator Trainer. In order to transform the already existing engineering simulation models into a Process Trainer, an emulation of the DCS was incorporated into the dynamic model and several training exercises were developed.
2014	Operator Training Simulator (OTS)	Swiss compressor manufacturer for a British oil company (Ghana office)	Operator Training System for multiple compressors systems in FPSO topsides	Aspen HYSYS	Ghana	Equipment Manufacturer	The existing models of the 3 individual compressor systems were merged in one single model and the compressor systems duplicated and assembled as they will be in the real plant. The resulting model was connected to Rockwell’s FactoryTalk to replicate very similar functionality as in the control room. The functionality for the instructor was also implemented by using Inprocess' instructor station software
2014	Dynamic Simulation Study	Swiss compressor manufacturer for a Japanese FPSO constructor	Dynamic Simulation Study for multiple compressors systems in a FPSO topside	Aspen HYSYS	Ghana	Equipment Manufacturer	Dynamic simulation to confirm the operation of the three individual compressor system under a number of defined procedurals and upset conditions.
2014	Dynamic Simulation Study	Dutch Exploration and Production Company	Dynamic Simulation Study for a Topside Compressor Closed Loop	Aspen HYSYS	Brazil	Operator	To verify the initial condition, control strategy and operability of the process system during closed-loop test as well as verification of the utility conditions, since the utility conditions was constrained in the test. The closed loop test of gas compressors intends to use inert gas. Nitrogen was used as the basic test gas, while helium could be added for cooling constraints.
2013	Dynamic Simulation Study	Dutch Exploration and Production Company	Dynamic Simulation Study Extension to expand the original project scope	Aspen HYSYS	Brazil	Operator	Implementation of the dynamically developed control logic for the injection compressor and rerun critical scenarios to check the behavior of the system. Implementation of the compressor manufacturer control logic for the CO2 compressor and rerun critical scenarios to check the behavior of the system. These actions are a consequence of the results obtained by dynamic simulation in the parent project.
2013	Dynamic Simulation Study	Norwegian FPSO Operator	Verification of a previous dynamic model for OTS and tuning of PID controllers	Aspen HYSYS	Norway	Operator	Project Engineering company requested to Inprocess to review, update and improve an existing dynamic model of the FPSO that was developed by a third company in order to build an Operator Training System. Additionally, once the model is closer to plant reality, customer wants Inprocess to tune the control loops of controllers in the DCS
2013	Dynamic Simulation Study	Swiss compressor manufacturer for a Japanese FPSO constructor	Dynamic Simulation Study for a Reinjection Compressor	Aspen HYSYS	Brazil	Equipment Manufacturer	Dynamic simulation to prove the Anti surge valve sizing and to analyze if any further safety device i.e. Cold gas bypass Valve or Hot gas bypass valve is required to protect the compressor from surge excursions that would harm the compressor
2013	Dynamic Simulation Study	Dutch Exploration and Production Company	Dynamic Simulation Study for a FPSO in Brazil	Aspen HYSYS	Brazil	Operator	Inprocess client was interested in obtaining the results from several case studies run for different operating conditions and for different emergency scenarios of the FPSO. The main objective of the whole study were to proof the selected control strategies were fit for purpose. Additionally, the study should verify the operability and robustness of the process control system and to check whether controllers that are to be implemented work as intended
2013	Dynamic Simulation Study	Norwegian FPSO Operator	Dynamic Model Development of a FPSO	Aspen HYSYS	United Kingdom	Operator	Client wanted to see, in a proof of concept way, the benefits of developing a dynamic model of the FPSO
2013	Technical Support	Norwegian FPSO Operator	Technical Support in developing a simulation model during pre-FEED phase	Aspen HYSYS	United Kingdom	Operator	Optimization of a simulation model developed in Aspen HYSYS. The model was enhanced and a process control report was issued.
2012	Dynamic Simulation Study	Norwegian FPSO Operator	Dynamic Simulation Study of the Dry Gas Export System (DGES) of an FPSO	Aspen HYSYS	Norway	Operator	Dynamic Simulation Study to evaluate different emergency and normal operation scenarios for the compression system exporting the dry gas from a FPSO platform
2012	Dynamic Simulation Study	Dutch Exploration and Production Company	CO2 Compression Blow down Study for FPSO	VMGSim	Brazil	Operator	Blow down studies of the CO2 compression system of a FPSO to determine the temperature profile and phase behavior during depressurization of the “at risk” sections in order to determine if there was a real possibility of forming dry ice during compressor blow down
2012	Dynamic Simulation Study	Dutch Exploration and Production Company	Production HIPPS and Test HIPP studies on a FPSO plant	Aspen HYSYS	Brazil	Operator	Dynamic Simulation Study using process simulation to evaluate the pressure protection systems for the facilities
2011	Dynamic Simulation Study	Norwegian FPSO Operator	Dynamic Simulation to Support FPSO operation	Aspen HYSYS	United Kingdom	EPC	Client already developed the bulk of the dynamic model and requests Inprocess to further support these modelling activities, i.e. with regards to further updating & validating the model and to connect the model to an emulation of the DCS.
2011	Dynamic Simulation Study	Norwegian FPSO Operator	Support for the dynamic analysis of a wide variety of operating scenarios for the new FPSO	Aspen HYSYS	Norway	EPC	Inprocess supported the dynamic analysis of a wide variety of operating scenarios for the new FPSO.

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