Background
An organic flow virtual sensor is a computational tool or algorithm that estimates the flow rate or other related parameters of the organic phase in a solvent extraction circuit without relying on physical flow measurement devices. It uses mathematical models, process data, and other relevant inputs to infer the organic flow characteristics. Tracking the organic flow in a solvent extraction circuit is important for monitoring and controlling the movement of organic compounds throughout the system. This enhances process control, facilitates troubleshooting, optimizes inventory management, and ensures the efficient and effective operation of the solvent extraction process. This feature of the Intellisense.io Solvent Extraction Application is designed to optimize the physical stability of the plant and offer the metallurgist the opportunity to run a stable solvent extraction processing plant.
Organic Flow Virtual Sensor Outputs:
The outputs of the Organic Flow Virtual Sensor is minutely point estimate of the organic flows at the given transfer points within the solvent extraction circuit train.
Where to find the Outputs in the Intellisense.io Solvent Extraction Application?
The outputs of the Organic Flow Virtual Sensor is placed in the widget and dashboard to best suit the needs of the client. As such, the exact location may change site-to-site. As a default, the "SX Plant Dashboard" dashboard would contain the widget displaying the Organic Flow Virtual Sensor outputs.
By clicking on the "SX Plant Dashboard" in the Intellisense.io Solvent Extraction Application, you will be able to access the widget displaying the Organic Flow Virtual Sensor outputs for the solvent extraction E1, E2 and S1 process stages as shown by the images.
The widgets provide real-time information on the organic flow, allowing the metallurgist and their operational team (operators and control systems personnel) to make informed decisions and adjustments based on the estimated values.
Here's how this virtual sensor helps solve issues:
Process Optimization: The flow rate sensors provide real-time data on the rate of organic phase flow throughout the extraction process. This allows for ongoing process optimization and improved accuracy of flow rate predictions.
Enhanced Efficiency: By maintaining consistent organic flow rates, the extraction efficiency improves. This leads to a higher yield of valuable metals and a reduction in the production of undesired by-products.
Cost Savings: With improved efficiency and reduced variability, the plant can reduce operational costs associated with reprocessing and inefficient resource usage.
By promptly detecting problems and enabling quick intervention, the plant can enhance extraction efficiency, save costs, and maintain a smoother operational process.