Enhancing Refinery Process Efficiency with Aspen HYSYS

Course Overview: Enhancing Refinery Process Efficiency with Aspen HYSYS focuses on leveraging the advanced simulation capabilities of Aspen HYSYS to optimize refinery operations. By creating detailed digital twins of refinery units, engineers can accurately predict unit behavior under various conditions. This allows for the identification of bottlenecks and optimization of operating parameters, leading to increased product yields and reduced energy consumption. Through practical examples and interactive sessions, the course highlights Aspen HYSYS’s applications in monitoring refining processes, and optimizing its workflows, empowering professionals to integrate this cutting-edge technology for operational excellence.

MEET THE FACILITATOR

Mr. Franklin Fidelis

Process Analyst, Aradel Holdings Plc.
Chris Egwuatu

Franklin Fidelis is a young and vibrant professional with a deep passion for the energy industry. He currently works at Aradel Refineries Limited as an Analyst, where he provides analytical support to refinery operations and the process engineering team. With over four years of experience spanning quality control, refinery operations, and process engineering, Franklin has developed strong expertise in process simulation and plant design, which he leverages to drive performance improvements and operational optimization within refinery systems.

Franklin has consistently demonstrated a keen interest in process optimization, with significant contributions to projects such as Crude Distillation Unit (CDU) optimization, Water-box cooler retrofit, fuel gas optimization, etc. His professional journey has seen him work extensively with Aspen HYSYS, a tool he has mastered and for which he holds an official certification as a Certified Aspen HYSYS User. He’s also Certified and proficient in the use of AutoCAD 2D and P&ID for plant design.

Beyond his technical contributions, Franklin is actively involved in research and knowledge-sharing. He is currently preparing to present at the SPE NAICE 2025 conference, where his work focuses on leveraging process simulation technology to enhance modular refinery performance.

Committed to continuous learning and professional growth, Franklin is presently pursuing an M.Sc. in Process Engineering at ACE-CEFOR, University of Port Harcourt. His drive for excellence is fueled by a strong belief in innovation, lifelong learning, and the transformative power of technology in the energy sector.

An advocate for personal and professional development, Franklin is particularly passionate about the intersection of technology and engineering, recognizing its pivotal role in shaping the future of the industry. He is also fond of encouraging young engineers to develop proficiency in engineering software tools, recognizing that tech skills have become essential for boosting employability and staying relevant in today’s competitive job market.