Detailed Modeling of Single Batch Processes

Batch Plus (now called Aspen Batch Process Developer), a recipe-driven simulator that targeted batch pharmaceutical processes. Around the same time, Intelligen (Scotch Plains, NJ) introduced SuperPro Designer. The initial focus of SuperPro Designer was on bioprocessing. Over the years, its scope has been expanded to support modeling of fine chemicals, pharmaceuticals, food processing, consumer products, and other types of batch/semi-continuous processes. 

The steps involved in the development of a batch process model will be illustrated with a simple process that represents the manufacturing of an active pharmaceutical ingredient (API) for skin care applications. SuperPro Designer will be used for the development and analysis of this model. 

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This chapter is divided into three sections. Section 15.1 provides introductory information and explains the benefits of batch process simulation. Section 15.2 focuses on the detailed modeling of single batch processes. This type of analysis is typically performed by chemical engineers engaged in the development and optimization of such processes. The concepts are illustrated with an example that deals with the... 

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