FLOSIM: chemical process flowsheet simulation. A program for rapid solution of flowsheet data mtrices and iterative designs

One of the early steps in developing a chemical process is the preparation of a process flowsheet to establish the process components and streams. Communication becomes a critical problem. Most changes in the individual process steps will cascade through the entire system, perturbing one or more other compartmentalized areas. The purpose of FLOSIM is to provide a responsive data storage system for this dynamic design process. After the establishment of the overall process flowsheet and input into the FLOSIM program, a process model is established. Sections of the process can be assigned to and monitored by individual engineers. Each establishes parameters and limits for his section of the process, and inputs these to the FLOSIM model data