Expertise

From fundamental science to software development, Hexxcell capabilities and experitse covers a vast range.

Specific areas of expertise include:

Deep fundamental knowledge of:
- Single and two-phase heat transfer
- Mathematical modelling and optimisaiton methods
- Fouling deposition for various systems
- Heat exchanger design
Development, deployment and use of digital technology:
- Advanced predictive analytics to detect and diagnose causes of fouling (see Hexxcell Advanced Analytics)
- Mitigation by design (see Hexxcell Dynamic Retrofit Test)
- Prescriptive maintenance to optimally mange cleaning schedules (see Advanced Monitoring and Prescriptive Maintenance)
Advanced process systems modelling capabilities for various systems (beyond heat transfer):
- Data reconciliation, cleansing and visualisation
- Developemnt of first principle and semi-empirical models of various process operations
- Artificial intelligence
- Hybrid models
Modelling platform with integrated capabilities for flexible connectivity to various data sources
Industrial software development

Hexxcell Studio™ – Accurate prediction of fouling in refinery heat exchangers

Hexxcell Studio™ is a comprehensive software framework that integrates solutions for monitoring, design and retrofit analysis of heat exchangers and their networks in a unified platform.

Hexxcell Studio™ incorporates the most advanced mathematical model available in industry for the simulation, design and optimisation of a multi–pass shell–and–tube heat exchanger undergoing crude oil fouling. It is also implemented in a user-friendly flowsheeting environment that provides a consistent, robust and flexible system for the solution of engineering heat transfer fouling problems at all stages, from R&D to operations support.

Hexxcell Studio™ has proven useful in assessing the economic impact of fouling, predicting its behaviour in the future, guiding operations to mitigate it and identifying retrofit design opportunities.