Computational Fluid Dynamic (CFD) Modeling

GCT utilizes proprietary and in-house mathematical models for process simulation to optimize system design of gas handling systems and secondary fume control systems in process plants. We use Computational Fluid Dynamic (CFD) models as an effective design tool to predict the performance of gas handling systems for process plants. CFD provides the means to compare the relative performance of several design scenarios. Specific benefits of our CFD modeling techniques include:

Predicting heat and contaminant exposure levels
Evaluating performance of ventilation systems in process plants
Predicting airflow patterns and contaminant migration paths
Optimizing primary and secondary capture hood performance
Predicting and optimizing process gas mixing and combustion
Evaluating burner configuration and selection

Melt Shop Overall Geometry
The geometry was developed in the Phoenics package model editor using drawings provided by the melt shop

Benefits of CFD:

Provides a Quantitative Estimate of Fume Capture
Provides a Quantitative Estimate of Temperature at any Elevation Inside Building
Model Validated Using Field Measurements
Able to Test Many Scenarios Efficiently
Effects of Wind Direction and Ambient Temperature on Cross Drafts and Hood Fume Capture Performance