Separation Systems, Inc

Is it time for your office to finally buy some new simulated distillation software? You would be doing yourself a disservice if you didn't do your due diligence before hitting "buy now." Don't just buy the newer version of what you have now. There may be something a lot better! Take your time and ask the right questions.

What is Simulated Distillation?

Simulated distillation is used to determine the true boiling point distribution of crude oil and petroleum refining fractions by gas chromatography (GC). It is frequently used as an alternative to time consuming and labor intensive physical distillations.

How Does Simulated Distillation Work?

There are four basic steps involved:

Step #1 You begin by injecting a sample into the GC.

Step #2 The analytical column separates the sample into individual components in order of their boiling points.

Step #3 Components in the GC are detected as they elute from the column.

Step #4 A special software is used to convert the data produced by the GC into a report. This includes the boiling curve, initial boiling point (IBP), final boiling point (FBP)% cutoff table, and other physical factors. This step is where your choice in software becomes so important.

How can I Know My Distillation Data Analysis Software WIll Work?

SimDis® is one of the best simulated distillation analysis software options on the market today. It is based on the Agilent 7890 or 8890 GC, although other GC manufacturer’s instruments can be used upon request. These analyzers are tested in compliance with ASTM, EN, ISO, and other international standards organizations. Unlike other GC manufacturers who only guarantee their hardware and software from defects, this top software company guarantees to you that their GC analyzers produce the measurements you require. What more can you ask for?

What Methods are Supported?

If you go with SimDis®, the best software available, the following methods are supported: ASTM D7096, D2887, D5307, D7398, D7213, D7169, D6352, D7500, D7900, IP 480, IP 507, IP 545, IP 601, EN 15199-1, 15199-2, 15199-3, ISO 3924, DIN 51435. Clearly, that means all of them!

What if I Need Other Software Beyond Just This One?

The same company that created SimDis® makes other gas chromatography software. Once you realize that SimDis® is the best, you can rest assured their other options are as well, like Detailed Hydrocarbon Analysis (DHA), Natural Gas Analyzer (NGA), and several others. Take a few minutes to check their website and you'll be very happy with the number of options you find!

It's time for newer, better software than what you have now. When you research online, you'll find that SimDis® is the best software available.