Sep 15 2005
Aspen Technology, Inc. today announced that Lyondell Chemical Company, a major global manufacturer of ethylene, propylene and polyethylene, is the latest in a growing list of companies to have selected the Aspen Apollo™ non-linear advanced control solution for the polymers industry. Aspen Apollo is being implemented by Lyondell’s Equistar Chemicals business at its La Porte, Texas, complex where it will enable the company to optimize execution of product transitions and improve steady-state quality performance.
“AspenTech combines deep domain expertise with best-in-class polymer modeling and control technology,” said Rick Fontenot, vice president of manufacturing services for Lyondell. “Implementing the Aspen Apollo solution will enable us to improve performance in both transition and steady-state conditions, and will support our overall drive to satisfy our customers through the delivery of consistent, high-quality products.”
Lyondell is the thirteenth company to select Aspen Apollo since 2003. The solution has been applied to a broad range of the leading polymer process technologies, and has delivered faster product transitions, reduced quantities of off-specification material and a significant increase in production capacity.
“Aspen Apollo has achieved widespread success since its launch,” said Steve Pringle, senior vice president global services, AspenTech. “Lyondell is recognized as a global leader in the polymers industry, and its decision to select our advanced control solution reflects the significant added value this innovative technology can deliver to polymer producers, which has already resulted in proven benefits such as optimal manufacturing operations and a greater agility to respond to market demand.”
AspenTech developed the Aspen Apollo non-linear controller specifically for the highly complex behavior which is unique to polymer processes. Additionally, the widespread deployment of the solution among a variety of companies has reinforced AspenTech’s position as one of the leading providers of advanced control solutions to the polymer industry. The combination of in-depth polymer operational know-how, best-in-class technology, experienced global implementation teams and industry-recognized customer support provides customers with an unrivalled advanced control solution for polymers.
Aspen Apollo is a key component of aspenONE™ Advanced Process Control for Polymers, AspenTech’s integrated solution for the polymers industry which enables companies to manage and optimize the operational performance of their production facilities.