Chemical Process Flow Diagram Software

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The discussion centers on the search for free software to create chemical process flow diagrams, specifically mentioning the need for symbols like distillation columns and heat exchangers. Users suggest Microsoft Paint as a basic option, but recommend Microsoft Visio for its comprehensive features. While several software options exist, most are not free, with some offering trial versions. Chempute software is also mentioned as a potential resource for creating these diagrams.

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  • Familiarity with chemical process symbols and terminology
  • Basic understanding of flow diagram concepts
  • Knowledge of software installation and usage
  • Experience with diagramming tools like Microsoft Visio
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  • Research free alternatives to Microsoft Visio for chemical process flow diagrams
  • Explore Chempute software for specific features related to chemical diagrams
  • Investigate trial versions of professional diagramming tools
  • Learn about the standard symbols used in chemical engineering diagrams
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Chemical engineers, process designers, and students in chemical engineering looking to create accurate and professional chemical process flow diagrams.

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Hello,

Does anyone know of any free software that will allow me to easily create chemical process flow diagrams, that have all the symbols for various components (distillation columns, heat exchangers, etc)?

Thank you
 
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Maylis said:
Hello,

Does anyone know of any free software that will allow me to easily create chemical process flow diagrams, that have all the symbols for various components (distillation columns, heat exchangers, etc)?

Thank you

It'd be painful, but MS Paint could do it. I'd really suggest getting a hold of MS Visio.
 
I know there are programs that electrical engineers use to simulate circuits, I wonder why an analog for chemical processes doesn't exist?
 
Maylis said:
I know there are programs that electrical engineers use to simulate circuits, I wonder why an analog for chemical processes doesn't exist?

There are plenty of options, but none that I know of are free. I exclusively used Visio throughout school for making process flow diagrams.
 
Some demo version are available with trail period, so that you can get your work done. check out in chempute software.
 

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