pinch-analyzer

# Pinch Analyzer Skill ## Purpose The Pinch Analyzer Skill applies pinch technology for heat integration, energy targeting, and heat exchanger network synthesis to minimize utility consumption. ## Capabilities - Stream data extraction and processing - Composite curve generation - Grand composite curve analysis - Pinch point determination - Heat exchanger network synthesis - Area targeting and cost optimization - Utility system integration - Multiple utilities optimization ## Usage Guidelines ### When to Use - Optimizing process heat integration - Designing heat exchanger networks - Targeting utility requirements - Evaluating retrofit opportunities ### Prerequisites - Process simulation converged - Stream data extracted - Utility specifications defined - Cost data available ### Best Practices - Use appropriate minimum approach temperature - Consider practical constraints - Evaluate multiple design alternatives - Account for operability ## Process Integration This skill integrates with: - Heat Integration Analysis - Energy Efficiency Optimization - Process Flow Diagram Development ## Configuration ```yaml pinch-analyzer: delta-t-min: 10 # degrees utilities: - steam - cooling-water - refrigeration optimization-objectives: - energy - capital - total-annual-cost ``` ## Output Artifacts - Composite curves - Grand composite curves - HEN designs - Energy targets - Cost estimates