The British Academy for Training and Development offers this training course in Process Plant Optimization and Energy Conservation to address the growing demand for operational efficiency and energy-saving solutions in industrial facilities. This program is crafted for professionals responsible for improving productivity, minimizing waste, and enhancing energy performance within processing environments.

With rising energy costs and increasing environmental regulations, process plants must evolve to become leaner, smarter, and more efficient. This course provides in-depth insight into system optimization techniques, energy management principles, and the integration of technology to achieve measurable improvements in plant performance.

Who Should Attend?

• Process engineers and plant operations personnel involved in system performance.
• Energy managers and facility supervisors focused on efficiency and sustainability.
• Maintenance and reliability professionals responsible for plant availability and uptime.
• Technical consultants and engineering staff involved in process analysis and optimization.

Knowledge and Benefits:

After completing the program, participants will be able to master the following:

• Understand key principles of process optimization and energy use in industrial plants.
• Learn to identify inefficiencies in systems and propose practical improvement strategies.
• Develop skills to monitor, analyze, and improve energy consumption patterns.
• Explore equipment-level optimization for pumps, compressors, heat exchangers, and more.
• Gain structured knowledge for integrating optimization with environmental and financial goals.

• Understanding Process Efficiency
  • Principles of process control and operational balance
  • Key indicators of underperformance in industrial systems
  • Common causes of process inefficiencies
• Optimization Methodologies
  • Root cause analysis and performance baselining
  • Lean manufacturing and Six Sigma approaches
  • Prioritizing process improvement actions
• System Mapping and Data Collection
  • Process flow diagrams and heat & mass balance
  • Instrumentation and data accuracy requirements
  • Establishing performance benchmarks
• Energy Flow and Loss Analysis
  • Energy balance across major plant systems
  • Identifying sources of energy loss
  • Understanding conversion efficiencies
• Utility Systems Overview
  • Steam systems and condensate recovery
  • Compressed air generation and distribution
  • Electrical systems and motor efficiency
• Monitoring and Measurement Tools
  • Energy audits and walkthrough techniques
  • Use of metering and real-time monitoring systems
  • Interpreting performance data for decision-making
• Pumps and Compressors
  • Matching load to demand profiles
  • Variable speed drive (VSD) applications
  • Minimizing leakage and throttling losses
• Heat Exchangers and Boilers
  • Maximizing heat recovery and transfer efficiency
  • Boiler tuning and excess air control
  • Fouling and its impact on system performance
• Cooling and HVAC Systems
  • Load reduction strategies
  • Optimizing chiller and cooling tower performance
  • Smart control systems for demand-based operation
• Energy Management Systems (EnMS)
  • Introduction to ISO 50001 framework
  • Establishing policies, goals, and action plans
  • Energy review and baseline definition
• Operational Best Practices
  • Shift practices and operator awareness programs
  • Scheduling for load optimization
  • Maintenance routines that support efficiency
• Process Integration and Heat Recovery
  • Pinch analysis and integration opportunities
  • Reusing waste heat in process streams
  • Reducing energy intensity per production unit
• Benchmarking and KPIs
  • Setting internal performance targets
  • Comparing with industry standards
  • Using KPIs to drive accountability
• Technology and Digital Tools
  • Real-time monitoring and advanced analytics
  • Automation and control system integration
  • Predictive maintenance and AI applications
• Sustaining Long-Term Gains
  • Embedding optimization into daily operations
  • Training and team involvement
  • Monitoring savings and continuous feedback loops