KBC Has Released Multiflash 7.7 Software
The latest version enhances thermodynamic modeling for carbon capture and hydrogen energy projects.
Updated on Oct. 7, 2026 in Energy
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KBC, a Yokogawa Electric Corporation company, has launched Multiflash 7.7. The update improves thermodynamic modeling for complex fluids, specifically targeting CO2-rich and H2-rich systems.
Why it matters
Engineers face rising demands for precise modeling as the energy sector pivots toward carbon capture and hydrogen infrastructure. This software provides a consistent foundation to support these increasingly complex industrial projects.
Multiflash 7.7 adds specific support for chemical reaction flashes and enhanced electrolyte modeling for salts and brines. The release also broadens API compatibility and expands integration with Petro-SIM and ThermoBuilder software.
The players
KBC
KBC is a Yokogawa Electric Corporation company that provides software and consulting services for the process industries.
Yokogawa Electric Corporation
Yokogawa Electric Corporation is a global leader in industrial automation and control technology.
The details
The software utilizes advanced thermodynamic models to analyze complex fluid behaviors in industrial environments. By incorporating new chemical reaction flash support, the tool enables more accurate simulations for critical energy transition technologies.
Timeline
2030 is the year global carbon capture capacity is projected to reach 430 million tons of CO2 per year.
The Big Picture
This software update shifts the discipline toward integrated, multi-physics modeling environments for the energy sector. It marks a transition from legacy fluid modeling toward specialized simulation tools required for the IEA Carbon Capture and Storage global deployment tracking.
Engineers and researchers working on carbon capture and hydrogen projects can utilize this update to streamline their modeling workflows. The enhanced API support will likely facilitate faster integration of thermodynamic data into existing industrial automation pipelines.
The takeaway
The transition to sustainable energy requires increasingly sophisticated simulation tools to manage chemical reactions in complex industrial systems. Adopting updated modeling software is essential for teams looking to meet the high accuracy standards needed for carbon capture infrastructure.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by Chemical Industry Digest.
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