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EC-OD - REVOLUTIONIZING THE WAY TURBOEXPANDERS ARE SIMULATED...........



Live demonstrations are available.  Please contact Marketing@mafi-trench.com

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is EC-OD?
EC-OD is a Windows based software module for the Aspen HYSYS® process simulator which simulates an expander/compressor within the process calculations.
 

What does EC-OD do?

- Models the EC as a single machine.  
- Automatically simulates the expander/compressor within the HYSYS® model for both design and off-design conditions.  
- Accomplished by automatically adjusting the relevant process parameters in order to reach a shaft power and speed match.
- Incorporates generic or specific performance curves to improve accuracy of simulation.
- Performs mechanical checks during simulation runs.

Why Do Customers Need EC-OD? 

- Simplifies the modeling of an expander/compressor HYSYS®. 
- Improves the accuracy of expander/compressor performance estimates.
- Provides immediate feedback on turboexpander off-design performance; no need to wait for vendor.
- Allows the process designer to more easily and accurately explore the operating envelope of the plant.
 

Who Developed this Software?
EC-OD is a joint development of River City Engineering (RCE) and Mafi-Trench.


How Can EC-OD be acquired? 

By executing a software license agreement with RCE, either through MTC or directly with RCE.
 

How much does EC-OD cost?

Please contact marketing@mafi-trench.com.


Is a yearly maintenance fee required?
No.

Is EC-OD available for process simulators other than Aspen HYSYS®?
No, not at this time.


Is technical support available for the use of EC-OD? 

Yes, a combination of RCE and MTC engineering resources are used to support EC-OD.
 

Are there limits on the amount of technical support available?  

Yes, four hours are provided as a part of the initial license agreement.   If this is exceeded then technical support is billed on an hourly basis.
 

Is EC-OD copy protected?

Yes
 

Is a demo version of EC-OD available?
Yes, it is located on the Mafi-Trench web site.  Hit on the Products/Applications pull-down menu, then hit on EC-OD.

What gas compositions and equations of state can be used with EC-OD?
Any equation of state or gas composition available in Aspen HYSYS® can be used.
 

Can EC-OD handle both post boost and pre-boost expander/compressor configurations?

Yes.

Does EC-OD do both design point and off-design simulation of the expander/ compressor? Yes, the program can either use a “generic” design with normal performance curves for the expander and compressor, or the user can input job specific characteristics.

 
Is the EC-OD usable for both MTC expanders and those of other manufacturers?
Yes, as long as the required performance curves are available.  

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