AUTEN Apex is the mathematical engineering and advanced process control (APC) layer that steps in where conventional automation (PID) can no longer sustain the required stability.
It uses Model Predictive Control (MPC) to anticipate disturbances and coordinate the process, allowing safe operation near constraint limits. It includes Soft Sensors to estimate critical variables in real time, even without direct measurement.
It acts like an “experienced pilot” adjusting setpoints continuously and in a multivariable way, with digital simulation to validate gains before field deployment.
Highlights
- Less variability: aggressive stabilization of oscillating processes.
- Predictive control (MPC) with coordinated response.
- Soft sensors for hard-to-measure variables.
- Digital simulation before field deployment.
- Agnostic integration over existing PLC, DCS and SCADA.
Objectives
- Reduce variability of critical process variables.
- Maximize throughput and energy efficiency through real-time optimization.
Deliverables
- Process mathematical model (digital twin / MPC).
- Advanced control strategy and soft sensors implemented.
- Performance simulation and gain capture reports.
- Operational training for advanced control.
Expected results
- Higher productivity and yield.
- Lower specific energy and input consumption.
- Predictable operation with fewer losses from oscillation.
When it fits
- Highly oscillating process
- Reliance on manual intervention
- High specific consumption or unstable quality
AUTEN Apex coordinates the process to run at the best point safely.
