About CADE
Sectors

Thermosolar and Renewables

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Oil & Gas

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Power Generation

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Other Industries

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Consultancy

Heat Transfer Equipment Technology

Process Technology
Thermal & Hydraulic Design
Mechanical Design
Detail Engineering
Performance Assessment

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Simulation Engineering

FEA - Finite Element Analysis
CFD - Computational Fluid Dynamics
CHT - Conjugated Heat Transfer

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Engineering Analysis

Fitness For Service Assessment
Mechanical Integrity Remaining Life
Evaluation Failure Root Cause Analysis
Performance Assessment

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Process & Mechanical Consulting

3rd Party Engineers
Expert Witness
Due Dilligence Assessment
Warranty Resolution

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Structural Engineering

Design verification / validation by structural calculation
Study and definition of loads
Structural design (conceptual and detailed 3D-2D)

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Engineering

Basic & Detail Engineering

Data Sheets
Valve Specifications
Control valves
Detailing Engineering
Plant Layouts and General Arrangement drawings
Much more

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Process Engineering

Chemical Processes
Thermodynamic Processes
Heat Transfer
Hydraulics

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Equipment Engineering

Pressure Vessels
Heat Exchangers
Reactors, Columns and Towers
Tanks

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Piping Engineering

2D / 3D Design Piping Design
Flexibility Analysis
Advanced Piping Flexibility
Analysis (Finite Element Analysis)

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3D Laser Scanner

Assessment of Existing Industrial Assets
Equipment Manufacturing Dimensional Control
Brownfield Projects and As-Built Engineering

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R&D
Ongoing
R&D projects

Background
R&D projects

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Eclosion

Generation, storage and transport of renewable hydrogen and biomethane.

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On going

Tes4trig

Innovative solution for the generation of heat, cold and electricity from solar energy

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On going

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Research, Development and Innovation

CADE has develop its own R&D activities since 2009 around new disruptive technologies and industrial applications related to renewables and clean-tech industries

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Investigación, Desarrollo e Innovación (I+D+i)

Desde 2009, CADE desarrolla actividades de Investigación, Desarrollo e Innovación (I+D+i) en torno a nuevas tecnologías disruptivas y aplicaciones industriales relacionadas con energías renovables e industrias de tecnología limpia.

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Technologies
Own Technologies

Collaborative Robots

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process CSP

Custom solutions for the integration of thermosolar heat in the industry

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solidTES

Thermal energy storage system in concrete

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zeroSD

Zero-Sludge-Disposal - Zero-Sludge-Disposal Solution using SCWG Technology

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zeroLD

Zero Liquid Discharge - Zero Liquid Discharge Solution for Wastewater Treatment

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Cade Cobots

CADE Cobots is a business line framed in our portfolio of solutions in Industry 4.0 of CADE for optimization of industrial processes, through collaborative robots or cobots, comprehensive process consulting, artificial vision, as well as development and supply and integration of complete turnkey solutions in hand. CADE Cobots allows us to respond to our idea of intelligent industrial models that are adaptable to needs and processes, applied to companies of all sizes.

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- Case Studies
- News

Simulation Engineering

Expert Engineers, not just simulation software users

Heat Transfer Equipment Technology

Simulation Engineering

Structural Engineering

Plant Engineering Services

Engineering Analysis

Process & Mechanical Consulting

3D Laser Scaner

Collaborative Robots

CADE is a pioneer company in the application of CAE and simulation services in oil&power industries since 2003.

Based on an extensive background of more than 15 years, CADE delivers leading advanced simulation, engineering and consultancy FEA/CFD services around heat transfer and process equipment, non-conventional structures, high temperature piping or ducts systems and a wide range of equipment and structures:

Solar Structures (Parabolic Trough, Heliostat, Fixed PV structures, 1 or 2 axis PV structures, Stirling Dish, HCPV…)

Industrial Buildings

FRP Equipments and Structures (Non-Metalic Materials)

Steel Plate Equipment (By-Pass Systems, Diverters, Dampers, Ducts, etc.)

Chimneys, Flares and Stacks

Heavy Structres and Cranes

Guyed structures

Special Structures

Railway Structures

Simulation Capabilities

FEM Analysis (CAE)

Thermal / Structural Transient Analysis
Dynamic Analysis (modal, harmonic, spectral, PSD, explicit, (...)
Non-Linear Analysis
Life Assessment, fatigue and Creep Analysis
Fracture mechanics simulation
CHT - Conjugated Heat Transfer Analysis
Welding process simulation and PWHT analysis
Composite, gasket and other non metallic materials
Topology Optimization
MBD - Multibody Dynamics
APDL Programming – Customized Analysis Tools

Welding process FEM simulation for optimized PWHT validation

CFD Analysis

Codes & Standards

Transient CFD simulation of By-Pass System

CADE’s services usually require to evaluate complex physics, by deploying advanced simulation capabilities and techniques (transient conditions, multiphase flows, non-linear behavior, dynamic response, plasticity) to evaluate and foresee any critic failure mode (fatigue, creep, vibration, etc.)

CADE’s solutions based on advanced simulation engineering allow our clients to be supported with a cost-effective value engineering and consultancy expertise aimed to validate, assess and foresee an optimal performance of critical equipment and plant systems.

Experts in Simulation Engineering

We are a pioneer company in the application of CAE and simulation solutions in a variety of industries since 2003

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Extensive experience in simulation engineering

Based on an extensive background of more than 20 years, we deliver leading advanced simulation, engineering and consultancy FEA/CFD services around heat transfer and process equipment, non-conventional structures, high temperature piping or ducts systems and a wide range of equipment and structures

FEA - Finite Elements Analysis

The finite element method (FEM) is a numerical technique used to perform finite element analysis (FEA) of any given physical phenomenon.

CFD - Computational Fluid Dynamics

Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) is one of the branches of fluid mechanics that uses numerical methods and algorithms to solve and analyze fluid flow problems.

CHT - Conjugated Heat Transfer

The Conjugate Heat Transfer (CHT) analysis type allows for the simulation of heat transfer between solid and fluid domains by exchanging thermal energy at the interfaces between them.

Our value proposal

Cost savings

Manufacturing cost savings (Lean Manufacturing)

Design and optimization
Saving materials and reducing weights

Definition of lightweight materials

Definition of high-strength materials

Definition of high durability materials

Safety & Reliability

Structural integrity analysis

Stability analysis
and / or overturn

Vibration analysis

Modal analysis
(determination of
natural frequencies)

Dynamic analysis
(harmonics,
spectral,
dynamic, PSD)

Simulation of
welding processes

Detection &
anticipation of failures

Remaining Life Assessment

Fitness For Service FFS Analysis (Aptitude to Service)

Root cause analysis (failure detection and evaluation)

Location and identification of critical points

Fatigue analysis and Creep analysis.

Mechanical analysis of the fracture

Definition of plan of corrective measures

Predictive and corrective maintenance.

Simulation with digital models (Digital Twin)

Time to market

Development of parameterizable designs

Development of modular designs

Lean philosophy

Implementation of agile systems and optimization of design rework

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Railway

Frames ˗ supporting structures
Cabins and wagons
Suspension systems ˗ rolling systems
Determination of aerodynamic coefficients
Evaluation of vibration phenomena
Simulation of load states (wind, tunnel entrances and exits, train passage, etc.)
Analysis of ventilation and air conditioning systems

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Naval & Defense

Submarine hull
Evaluation of elements of the sealed casing (horn shutter, filters, actuators, etc)
Structural behavior evaluation of hatches
Design and calculation of piping and duct systems
Evaluation of pipe components and online elements (valves,
Pressure equipment (exchangers, vessels, …)
Dynamic and rotating equipment
Charging elements
Evaluation of components with some type of defectology (ovalizations, deformations, loss of thickness, cracks, …)
Performance of tests
CFD analysis (internal and external flows)
Simulation of welding processes
Root-cause analysis
Hydraulic and pneumatic system

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Automotive

Structural elements
Engines
Valves
Braking systems
Ventilation systems
Additive manufacturing
Topological optimization
Welding
Defectology
Root-cause analysis
Prototype production
Impact simulation
Vibration and noise analysis
Outdoor aerodynamics
Refrigeration / climate systems
Hydraulic systems, pneumatic
OEM / ODM products
Industrial vehicles and cargo vehicles (frames, cargo containers, refrigerated containers, etc.)
Tooling for assembly lines
Lifting systems
Paint booths (interior aerodynamics)

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Oil & Gas

Asset assessment
fitness for service analysis
root cause analysis
boiler equipment:
- chimneys and torches
- pipelines
- pressure vessels
- heat exchangers
- reactors
- columns
- towers
- tanks
- industrial chimneys

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Energy Generation

Structural integrity
Fluid dynamic simulation (indoor and outdoor)
Asset assessment
Fitness for service analysis
Root cause analysis
Chimneys and torches
Boiler equipment:
- By-pass systems
- Diverters
- Dampers
- Valves (guillotine, butterfly, etc.)
- Gas distributors
- Silencers
- Large diameter ducts
- Pressure equipment
- Exchangers
- Other parts of the equipment

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Renewable Energy

Solar trackers (1 or 2 axis solar trackers)
Concentration structures (parabolic through collector, heliostato, stirling dish, HCPV, etc.)
Fixed solar structures
Piping system
power plants (static equipment and exchangers)
Dynamic and rotating equipment
Hydraulic systems (valve)
Electrification systems
Wind generators (foundation, towers, bushings, transmission systems, etc.)
Behavior of screwed joints
Assessment of useful life or remaining life
Preventive and corrective maintenance plan
Root cause analysis
Definition of the plan of corrective measures

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Big structures, special and modular structures

Steel structures
Industrial roofs
Cranes / bridges cranes
Port cranes
Channeling infrastructures
Communication and electrification towers
Flat or space structural systems composed of bars, plates, walls, sheets, solids and contact elements
Singular buildings (hangares, etc.)
Design of modular structures (industrial warehouses, agricultural and livestock warehouses, greenhouses, awnings and canopies, etc.)
Structures of labeling and corporate image
Simulation of screwed joints
Welding process simulation

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Lifting equipment, transportation, and cargo handling

Load lifting systems
Cranes / bridges crane
Lifting platforms and benches
Sts, rtg cranes (port cranes)
Forklifts
Conveyor belts

Work platforms

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Piping Systems

Stress and flexibility analysis
Support design
Special pipes (large diameters, large thicknesses, non-conventional geometries, etc.)
Online element analysis (TEES, connections, valves, etc.)
Definition and analysis of expansion joints and compensators (metallic, textiles)
Analysis of elements under critical loads (high pressures and high temperatures)
Analysis of thermal trace systems
Analysis of elements under external pressure or vacuum
Root cause analysis and fault detection
Inspection (thickness measurement, 3d scan, corrosion, etc.)
Definition of measure plan
Preventive and corrective maintenance

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Ducts

Design and simulation of:
- By-pass systems
- Diverters
- Dampers
- Valves
- Gas distributors
- Silencers
- Large diameter conduits
Design of support systems
Online element analysis (tees, connections,
Valves…etc)
Definition and analysis of expansion joints and
Compensators (metallic, textiles)
Analysis of elements under critical load(high pressures and high temperatures)
Analysis of elements subject to external pressure or vacuum.
Fluid dynamic simulation
Root cause analysis and fault detection
Inspection (thickness measurement, 3d scan,
Corrosion, etc.)
Definition of measure plan
Preventive and corrective maintenance

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Urban & Industrial Furniture

Lighting and lighting system (scales, columns and luminaires)
Sewer systems, covers, grids …
Canopies and pergolas
Urban furniture
Recreational furniture (children’s parks and sports furniture)
Industrial storage systems
Palletization shelves
Industrial stairs
Metallic and wood cabinets
Modular and configurable furniture
Stands
Tents
Structures of labeling and corporate image
CE marking

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Architecture & civil works

Buildings / singular buildings
Covers
Lifts and staircase
Electrical equipment containers
Channeling infrastructures
Purification of plants
Adaptation of existing warehouses
Ventilation and air conditioning systems
Fire doors
Explosion doors and windows
Dynamic analysis and vibrations by resonances
Seismic analysis

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Design & Calculation of joints

WELDED JOINTS

Simulation of welding processes
Strength calculation of welds
Construction details design

BOLTED JOINTS

Design and calculation of conventional screwed joints
Design and calculation of special screwed joints
Friction joints
Definition of tightening torques
Definition of procedure and tightening sequences
Conventional screws and high strength screws
Fatigue calculation
Palletization shelves

FLANGED JOINTS

Design and calculation of the joint flanges
Screw dimensioning
Definition of tightening torques
Definition of procedure and tightening sequences
Assessment of the sealing of the joint
Base plates and anchoring systems to concrete

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Non-metallic Materials

Pressure vessels cpr
Design of plastic parts and components
Design of reinforced polymeric or plastic parts and components
Plastic injection process simulation
Material search
Materials check
Design of reactors and equipment for plastics production

FEM Analysis
Finite Elements analysis

The finite element method (FEM) is a numerical technique used to perform finite element analysis (FEA) of any given physical phenomenon.

It is necessary to use mathematics to comprehensively understand and quantify any physical phenomena, such as structural or fluid behavior, thermal transport, wave propagation, and the growth of biological cells. Most of these processes are described using partial differential equations (PDEs). However, for a computer to solve these PDEs, numerical techniques have been developed over the last few decades and one of the most prominent today is the finite element method.

Thermal / Structural Transient Analysis
Dynamic Analysis (modal, harmonic, spectral, PSD, explicit, (…)
Non-Linear Analysis
Life Assessment, fatigue, and Creep Analysis
Fracture mechanics simulation
CHT – Conjugated Heat Transfer Analysis
Welding process simulation and PWHT analysis
Composite, gasket, and other nonmetallic materials
Topology Optimization
MBD – Multibody Dynamics
APDL Programming – Customized Analysis Tools

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CFD Analysis
Computational Fluid Dynamics

Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) is one of the branches of fluid mechanics that uses numerical methods and algorithms to solve and analyze fluid flow problems.

Computers are used to perform millions of calculations required to simulate the interaction of liquids and gases with complex engineering projected surfaces.

The new development in this type of software increases the calculation speed as well as decreases the margin of error, while allowing the analysis of increasingly complex situations such as transonic fluids and turbulent flows.

Multi-phase Flows
FSI – Flow-Structure Interaction
Heat Transfer and Radiation
Internal Flows Behavior
Turbulence Modeling

CHT
Conjugated Heat Transfer

The Conjugate Heat Transfer (CHT) analysis type allows for the simulation of heat transfer between solid and fluid domains by exchanging thermal energy at the interfaces between them. Typical applications of this analysis type exist as, but are not limited to, the simulation of heat exchangers, cooling of electronic equipment, and general-purpose cooling and heating systems.

The CHT approach has an advantage over FE thermal analyses in that wall heat transfer coefficients and their local variations on surfaces are directly calculated within the model rather than based on simplified empirical calculations. The CHT approach therefore has benefits for those applications where heat transfer is either non-uniform or difficult to calculate empirically.

News
Study Cases

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NEWS

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Structural simulation of railway rolling stock using finite element method analysis

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Workplace Safety: Protecting People in Machinery Environments with Material Fragmentation Risks

THE-NEED-FOR-AUTOMATION

The Need for Automation in the Area of Mechanics and Simulation

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STUDY CASES

api 650 tank

APPLICATION OF API 653 CODE TO APPROACH MODIFICATIONS ON EXISTING ATMOSPHERIC STORAGE TANKS

DESIGN AND ANALYSIS OF A FLEXIBLE PIPE CONNECTION ON CREEP RANGE

DESIGN AND ANALYSIS OF A FLEXIBLE PIPE CONNECTION ON CREEP RANGE

local pwht-tensiones-y-deformaciones

STRUCTURAL INTEGRITY ASSESSMENT DURING LOCAL PWHT

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