ATMOS OPT can be used to minimize the cost of running compressors on a gas pipeline given a delivery schedule. This is achieved by minimizing either fuel or energy consumption while meeting the requirements of multiple customers.
Fuel or energy optimization determines the optimum compressor line-up and pressure set points at each station. ATMOS OPT has the following key features:
- Minimization of compressor running cost
- Provision of compressor line up and station pressure
- Calculation of compressor fuel or power consumption
- Inclusion of compressor maintenance schedule
- Availability of compressor operating curves
- Feasibility check of scheduled operations
- Planning of cost efficient operations.
