Transforming Process Engineering
Harness the power of dynamic simulation to develop digital twins and advanced models using our specialist simulation services.
Enter the virtual world to provide immersive simulation experiences for process development, deep understanding and operator training.
Your Partner in Process Engineering Innovation
We specialize in dynamic simulation for chemical, nuclear, and oil industries.
Leveraging cutting-edge virtual reality technologies, we enhance engineering efficiency and accuracy.
Partner with us for innovative solutions that transform your processes.
APESS are respected industry experts in operator training simulators, having had multiple reports and papers published, including the following article in PTQ (2014) with 7000 views.
https://www.digitalrefining.com/article/1000936/high-fidelity-operator-training-simulators
The full article is available here.
If you're after some OTS tips and tricks, check out this article from The Chemical Engineer.
10s of
International Clients
20+
Years of Operation
100s of
Successful Projects
20 years of APESS


Dynamic Simulation Experts
Our founder and principal engineer is Dr Martin Sneesby. Well versed in both steady state and dynamic simulation, Martin has been using process simulation software to solve real-world engineering challenges for more than 30 years. He has worked across the globe and across the market sectors, but always with a depth of process understanding that good simulation work demands.
Innovative Solutions
Enter the virtual world to provide immersive simulation experiences for process development, deep understanding and operator training.
Producing the right model means "as simple as possible but no simpler". We'll make sure your model is built on the right fundamentals, using the best available theory and best available data to give you confidence.
Bespoke and niche solutions at your fingertips using your preferred simulation software or our recommendations.


Recent Projects
Bespoke OTS
Custom modelling of various novel processes in the nuclear sector. Linked directly to PLCs via Aspen OTS Framework. Used for control system validation and commissioning.
Dynamic Simulation Study
Validation of process and control system design on a FLNG using dynamics simulation to assess the overall process responses to nominated disturbances.
Customisation
Bespoke unit operation model created to link an existing Hysys model with a proprietary yield prediction model for a series of steam crackers.
Reactor Model
Bespoke model for uranics conversion in Aspen Custom Modeler.
Get in touch
E-mail: martin.sneesby@apess.co.uk
Address: 6 Milford Street, Cambridge, CB1 2LP, United Kingdom