Applying MPC to a Batch Process

Overview:

The application of Model Predictive Control (MPC) is often considered for multi-variable continuous processes. However, the benefit of applying MPC to a batch process can often be just as significant as a continuous process. In this presentation we will show how MPC is being applied in a pharmaceutical manufacturing facility for the control of one cut of a batch distillation column. The primary benefit of using MPC is to reduce batch cycle time. The performance that can be achieve with MPC vs. traditional techniques for this application will be examined.