Barracuda Virtual Reactor Users’ Conference 2026
Registration is now open for the Barracuda Virtual Reactor Users’ Conference, taking place June 24–26, 2026 in Chicago, Illinois.
The conference will bring together users from around the world to share technical insights, application breakthroughs, and best practices across a wide range of fluid-particle processes. The event will once again follow the PSRI Technical Committee Meeting, making it a valuable opportunity for networking and knowledge exchange.
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Emerging Fluidization Applications Korean Workshop
KWT Solution Inc., Korean distributors for Barracuda, are hosting a workshop taking place on Friday, March 20, 2026 in Daejeon. This workshop focuses on newer applications such as hydrogen/ammonia, plastic recycling, waste and biomass gasification, carbon capture, and processing of metals and materials, with presentations from guest speakers including PSRI, industry, and academia. Learn More
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Arena-flow Expands in Japan
CPFD Software is pleased to announce a direct distribution and collaboration agreement with ASK Chemicals Japan Co., Ltd. (ASK Chemicals Japan), under which ASK Chemicals Japan will serve as the official distributor of Arena-flow in Japan, providing software licensing, technical support, implementation assistance, and practical application proposals. Read the press release.
Metalcasting Congress
CPFD is looking forward to Metalcasting Congress 2026, taking place April 14-16, 2026, in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Metalcasting Congress is hosted by the American Foundry Society, which CPFD Software are proud members of. Thomas Brandt, CPFD Software’s Manager – Foundry Products and Services, will present on CPFD Software’s collaboration with LaempeReich, including a case study involving process conversion at Fondrémy. In addition to the presentation, CPFD Software will be hosting an exhibit at the event at Booth 515. Learn more.
Arena-flow Available on Siemens APA
CPFD Software is thrilled to announce that Arena-flow is now available on the Siemens APA platform. APA-enabled Siemens customers can now enjoy instant-access to Arena-flow. Join our upcoming launch webinar.
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Application Models: Downloadable, Runnable, Customizable
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CPFD’s Application Models are example simulations that demonstrate how Barracuda Virtual Reactor is applied to today’s most important engineering challenges. Each model can be downloaded, run, and modified by the user community, serving as both a learning resource and an accelerator for new project work. You can browse all available models on our Application Models page.
Application Model Webinar Series
Our new Application Model Webinar Series spotlights selected models and walks users through the physics, workflow, and engineering insights behind each case.
- Episode 1: CFB Combustor Webinar playback
- Episode 2: Proppant Transport in Hydraulic Fractures Webinar playback
- Episode 3: Direct Reduction of Iron Shaft Furnace. Webinar playback
- Episode 4: Cement Calciner Decomposition Furnace model. Upcoming webinar - April 15, 2026.
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Upcoming Events
Stay connected with CPFD Software at upcoming trainings, workshops, and conferences. For all updates, be sure to visit our news page, check out our events calendar, and follow us on LinkedIn!
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