This is an expanded application of Pinch technology with a specific operability review as a first step. The operability review focuses on non-capital projects such as configuration and process changes. O-Pinch™ examines which cold streams can disappear through process modifications (eg., setpoint changes or water reuse), or configuration changes (eg., water segregation and repiping) and general housekeeping.
The objectives of O-Pinch™ are to identify “cold” streams and try to make them “go away” or “decrease” through:
A specific set of KPIs (Key Performance Indicators) are also calculated and compared with Industry Good Standards as derived from the extensive American Process Inc database.
The importance of defining non-capital projects is today more important than ever. Looking at operation critically helps identify projects like the one below.