FAQ

Process simulation is a numerical method used to model, analyze, and optimize industrial processes before they are implemented in real life. It involves creating a virtual representation of complex systems to better understand how they behave and how their performance can be improved.
Process simulation is widely used in industries such as chemical engineering, industrial plants, energy systems, environmental processes, complex manufacturing operations, and biological applications.
By using process simulation, companies can reduce costs, minimize risks, accelerate development, and improve the efficiency and reliability of their industrial operations.

• Fives ProSim software is designed to be easy to learn and use. For users familiar with other tools, transitioning to Fives ProSim is typically smooth and fast, enabling rapid productivity.
• All Fives ProSim simulation solutions integrate a robust and reliable thermodynamic framework, ensuring accurate and consistent results across applications.
• Our software supports a wide range of process industries, including chemicals, petrochemicals, refining, oil and gas, energy, gas treatment, biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, and food industries.
• Beyond software, Fives ProSim provides expert technical support dedicated to the success of your projects. Our specialists offer responsive, hands-on assistance to help you solve challenges quickly and maximize the value of your simulations.
• We also offer flexible licensing options tailored to your needs, including contract duration and license types.
• To support users at every stage, we provide a variety of resources such as Getting Started tutorials, application examples, and Level 1 training.

Fives ProSim provides process simulation software and services to process industries. Our solutions contribute to a better industry by rethinking chemical processes and optimizing process efficiency in sectors such as petrochemicals, refining, energy, fine chemicals, gas, bio-based materials, pharmaceuticals, and more.
Thanks to our expertise, we contribute to a more efficient and sustainable industry.
Fives ProSim is part of the international engineering group Fives.
Since 1989, our achievements have gained global recognition.

Simulation involves the use of numerical modeling of a system to understand how it operates and to anticipate the consequences of changes. It is an effective technique for the analysis, design, and operation of complex systems. Process simulation offers a cost-effective solution to explore new methods and designs without the need for expensive laboratory or pilot-scale testing. It is also a powerful tool for enhancing the understanding of underlying phenomena.

The fundamental idea behind process simulation is to allow engineers to represent the behavior of a real physical process using a reproducible mathematical model. Our process simulation software replicates the simulated process by configuring an arrangement of pre-built unit operation modules (sequential modular approach).

Our process simulation software simulates and optimizes parameters of industrial chemical processes such as carbon emissions, energy consumption, chemical reaction efficiency, and equipment management. By optimizing these parameters, you can achieve significant cost savings, reduce your carbon footprint, and improve overall performance.

Fives ProSim offers a comprehensive range of process simulation software:

• ProSimPlus: Simulation and optimization of continuous industrial processes

• ProSimPlus Python API : Process simulation in Python environment

• Simulis Thermodynamics: Add-in for performing mixture property and phase equilibrium calculations

• ProPhyPlus: Software for calculating mixture properties and phase equilibria

• BatchReactor: Simulation of batch reactors

• BatchColumn: Simulation of batch distillation columns

• Simulis Pinch: Reduction of water and energy consumption in processes

• ProSec: Simulation of brazed plate heat exchangers

• ProSim DAC: Dynamic simulation of adsorption columns

• ProSimPlus HNO₃: Simulation of nitric acid production units and absorption of nitrous vapors

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