ProductMixer Simulation Articles and Tutorials

This knowledge hub contains all articles related to ProductMixer in refinery digital twin models. Explore tutorials, engineering guides, API references, blending algorithms, and practical examples for stream mixing, product blending, and refinery process simulation using the Petroleum Refining Library. More detailed information is available in our Solutions section.

First published: July 26, 2026

LP-Based Blend Optimization in Refinery Simulation

ProductMixer uses linear programming (LP) to optimize refinery blending operations by determining the optimal proportions of multiple input streams while satisfying quality, capacity, and operational constraints. This guide explains the mathematical formulation, optimization workflow, supported constraints, and practical implementation of LP-based blend optimization in refinery simulation using the Petroleum Refining Library (PRL).

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