Engineering and design
Development of process solutions, selection and arrangement of equipment, preparation of design documentation and support for the implementation of industrial plants
An integrated approach to an industrial project
Engineering brings process analysis, equipment selection, process flow development, layout, automation and documentation into one coordinated workflow. This connects the main equipment, auxiliary systems and site infrastructure.
The scope depends on the project stage, available data, condition of existing equipment and the client's objectives. We can provide individual engineering services or support a project from process concept through equipment commissioning.
Applications
Core engineering tasks
Analysis of process requirements
Definition of feedstock, target products, required throughput and operating conditions
Concept development
Definition of the plant concept and sequence of main process steps
Comparison of options
Comparison of process options based on equipment scope and site conditions
Equipment selection
Selection of primary and auxiliary equipment for the chosen process
Installation layout
Placement of equipment with process connections, maintenance access and available site area in mind
Infrastructure integration
Allowing for existing utilities, buildings and equipment at the site
Documentation preparation
Preparation of process diagrams, design briefs, equipment lists and other agreed documents
Implementation support
Engineering support during manufacture, installation, testing and commissioning
Benefits of integrated design
Alignment of process design and equipment
Equipment is selected to match the process sequence
Design for existing facilities
Design solutions are developed taking into account the existing infrastructure and site constraints
Consistent project data
Process parameters, equipment lists and requirements for supporting systems are kept aligned across disciplines
Modular construction
The plant can be divided into functional modules for manufacture, transport and phased commissioning
Coordination across engineering disciplines
Process requirements are passed to automation, electrical and utilities engineers
Designed for future upgrades
The project may involve replacing individual components without completely rebuilding the existing facility
Change control
Adjustments to the process flowsheet are taken into account in related documents and equipment lists
Implementation support
Engineering solutions are refined during manufacturing, installation and commissioning
Engineering options
The scope of work is determined by the stage of the project, the completeness of the initial data, the condition of the facility and the required result.
Stages of work on the project
- Receiving an enquiry and initial project data
- Clarification of the task and project boundaries
- Site survey, if required
- Feedstock or process-stream assessment
- Development of process options
- Selection of the process concept
- Development of a process flowsheet
- Selection of main equipment
- Selection of auxiliary systems
- Layout development
- Preparing design briefs for other disciplines
- Preparation of design solutions
- Preparation of detailed documentation within the agreed scope
- Coordination of technical solutions
- Manufacturing and equipment-package support
- Installation and commissioning support
- Documentation updates if required
The scope and sequence of work depend on project size and stage. Services can be provided individually or as part of an integrated contract.
Design input data
The quality of the design depends on complete and reliable input data. Design begins with feedstock properties, required throughput, target output streams, site conditions and available utilities.
When modernizing an existing facility, additional information is required about existing equipment, pipelines, electrical networks, automation, building structures and operating conditions.
Inspection of an operating facility
When upgrading or expanding, it is necessary to determine the actual state of equipment and engineering systems. The survey checks drawings against the actual layout and condition of the process equipment.
The scope of the survey is determined by the task of the project and may include inspection of equipment, verification of utility connections, clarification of the layout, analysis of operating conditions and collection of operational data.
Process concept development
The process concept defines the main operations, their sequence, the output streams and the overall plant arrangement. At this stage, possible options are considered and a basis for further design is selected.
The concept must take into account the properties of the feedstock, the required throughput, operating mode, available energy resources, location conditions and the possibility of further expansion.
Process diagrams
Process flow diagrams define the main process steps, equipment and streams. They support equipment selection and the development of the process design.
Piping and instrumentation diagrams provide the more detailed piping, instrumentation and control information required at later design stages. The documents and level of detail are defined by the agreed scope of work.
Equipment selection
Equipment is selected after process duties and operating parameters have been defined. Feedstock properties, required capacity, temperature, pressure, operating conditions and maintenance needs are taken into account.
The scope may include individual equipment items, components or complete process modules. Specific manufacturers and models are determined at the stage of technical development and configuration.
Equipment layout
The layout solution determines the placement of equipment and the relative position of process modules. The design takes into account process sequence, service access, transportation, installation and existing site constraints.
For block-modular installations, the dimensions of transported blocks, connection points, load distribution and assembly sequence on site are additionally taken into account.
Utilities and supporting systems
The operation of process equipment may require power supply, automation, heating, ventilation, water supply, drainage, compressed air, gas supply and other engineering systems.
At the process design stage, requirements and initial data are formed for the development of appropriate solutions. Detailed development can be carried out as part of a project or jointly with specialized organizations.
Process control and equipment power supply
Process solutions must be coordinated with the automation and power supply system. For each device and mechanism, controlled parameters, actuators, control algorithms, safety interlocks and power requirements are determined.
Engineering and detailed design documentation
The documentation package depends on the project stage, contract and site requirements. Documents are developed to the extent necessary for coordination of decisions, configuration, manufacturing, installation and operation of equipment.
If necessary, individual sections can be carried out jointly with specialized design organizations. The scope and boundaries of the work performed are determined by the contract and the requirements of the specific project.
Modernization of existing installations
Modernization may include replacing individual devices, increasing the number of process stages, changing the layout, updating automation and connecting additional equipment.
Before designing an upgrade, the team must assess site constraints, existing systems and the available shutdown window.
Options and configurations
Pre-design study
Analysis of the problem, initial data and possible process solutions
Process concept
Definition of the plant layout, process sequence and preliminary equipment package
Basic engineering
Development of process flow diagrams, calculation data, lists of equipment and design briefs for other engineering disciplines
Detailed engineering study
Clarification of layout, equipment, connections, automation and installation requirements
Integrated design
Preparation of an agreed set of engineering solutions and documentation to the extent stipulated by the contract
Modernization of an existing facility
Survey, development of new solutions and integration of equipment into existing infrastructure
Supply and implementation support
Engineering deliverables
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R&D and laboratory research
Testing process solutions on samples of feedstock before moving on to industrial design
We will develop an engineering solution for your facility
To begin development, information is required about feedstock and process flows, required throughput, existing equipment, available site, utilities and the expected result of the project.