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generation – a brief review Project manager discuss vital design features |
Jul-01 | ||
A project manager's approach to quality management For engineering/construction (E/C) companies, quality standards ensure a safe, operable plant that is free of rework requirements |
Aug-94 |
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A quality assurance program for refurbished process plants This method provides necessary documentation to evaluate an entire facility before and after refurbishment, as well as assess future needs for modificat9ons, repairs and equipment purchase |
Dec-95 |
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ACHEMA '94 perspective: A view of ACHEMA '94 conference A massive exhibit and numerous conference sessions address the petrochemical/chemical industry's current state and outlook |
May-94 |
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ACHEMA '94 perspective: Asian petrochemicals: what impact? East Asia offers opportunities for both international and regional companies. Windows will open and close each country |
May-94 |
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ACHEMA '94 perspective: MTBE: its impact and promise By 1995, the hydrocarbon processing industry will have constructed new facilities to produce more than 450,000 bpd of MTBE and other ethers |
May-94 |
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ACHEMA '94 perspective: The chemical industry, by country |
May-94 |
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ACHEMA '94 perspective: World polymers market outlook The worse appears to be over for the plastics industry downturn. Stability and improved profits are ahead, but no '88–'89 'boom' |
May-94 |
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ACHEMA '97 Perspective: A view of ACHEMA '97 conference The largest exhibit and industrial meeting addresses the present and future outlook for the petrochemical/chemical industry |
May-97 |
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United States |
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ACHEMA 2000 perspective: A view of ACHEMA 2000 A massive exhibit and numerous conference sessions address the petrochemical/ chemical industry's current state and outlook |
Mar-00 |
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ACHEMA Perspective 2003 The authors (executives from the chemical trade associations and HPI consultants in 15 countries that produce most of the world’s petrochemicals) summarize their countries’ 2001 – 2002 petrochemical/chemical performance and provide outlooks for 2003. |
May-03 |
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AchemAsia ’95 |
Mar-95 |
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Add depth to technical training Use these 15 approaches and real-world examples to refresh the knowledge base and analytical skills of engineers and plant managers |
Nov-03 |
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Alliance contract sets standards for teamwork This successful approach for a refinery revamp uses shared benefits and losses based on aggressive schedule, cost, quality and safety goals |
Feb-00 |
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Anatomy of a capacity increase, maintenance project for an ethylene unit Revamp work is achieved both cost-effectively and safely |
Jul-01 |
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Are resources at the ready to build the future LNG industry? Here are projections on likely market size and constraints facing the participants |
Dec-05 |
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Avoid distorted translations of technical terms Knowing accurate English and Spanish usage diminishes risk of costly operational hazards |
Dec-04 |
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Avoid operating problems in air-cooled heat exchangers Use these guidelines to troubleshoot and evaluate performance |
Mar-97 |
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Avoid pipe corrosion under insulation Keys are proper selection, installation and maintenance |
Apr-05 |
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Avoid these mistakes when installing a flare flowmeter New environmental regulations mandate reporting mass rates for hazardous compounds at flares. Apply these common sense guidelines and streamline meter selection |
Jan-05 |
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Benefits of pre-engineered modules As petrochemical manufacturing and refining organizations become leaner, even mature technologies are candidates for vendor designed, engineered and fabricated systems |
Dec-04 |
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Better metallurgy for process equipment Use these engineering and application data to aid selection |
Jan-94 |
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Blueprint for successful construction management Systematic and disciplined way of working ensures vital project decisions are correct |
May-99 |
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Capital cost estimating Use these guidelines to formulate more accurate projections |
Oct-00 |
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Case history: Converting an MTBE unit to isooctane operation Due to the ban of blending MTBE into RFG, this company revamped its operation to produce another gasoline component using technology never proven on world-scale levels |
Sep-03 |
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Case history: Fawley FCCU olefins project Careful planning enabled the delivery, construction and installation of a replacement 860-ton reactor within a 64-day turnaround |
Feb-04 |
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Centralized control room operates five process units The 'stretch' thinking of project team members produced an innovative building in just one and a half years |
Apr-02 |
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Changing face of the engineering business, The Reduce company overhead and produce quality products by applying new techniques for an effective engineering structure |
Nov-99 |
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China’s petrochemical industry: optimistic and expanding Strong efforts will propel national enterprises into the global marketplace |
Mar-98 |
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Collect useful engineering performance data When maintained accurately, past engineering records can be valuable tools for future project planning |
Jun-96 |
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Compact condensing: New technology improves on traditional approach Benefits include higher efficiency and lower capital and installation costs |
Jul-01 |
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Consider a new contractor selection process for a shutdown alliance This formalized quality evaluation can yield company-wide strategic benefits |
Dec-98 |
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Consider a technology resource group for successful project execution Here's a strategy to compensate for corporate restructuring and the loss of a central engineering function |
Dec-97 |
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Consider an integrated execution methodology for your next project Two major refiners used a new project approach for their Clean Fuels Projects that ensured a quality, and timely, startup while minimizing expenses |
Sep-04 |
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Consider comprehensive CPD efforts to cut costs With performance real-time field data, designers can devise process retrofits at the conceptual stage that control project scope and minimize engineering revisions during FEED and detailed engineering |
Jun-02 |
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Consider precast polymer concrete pump foundations Features include faster installation, improved corrosion resistance and lower vibration levels |
Jul-01 |
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Consider tubing solutions to enhance plant efficiency It is more economical and less prone to leaks in many applications |
Dec-03 |
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Constructing and designing blast-resistant buildings New technology improves safety and reliability for this critical plant structure |
Nov-05 |
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Cost estimating made simple Avoid preparing detailed estimate costs using this alternative method |
Sep-97 |
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Currency turmoil strikes Asia-Pacific’s E&C firms Although the long term looks encouraging, contractors must be vigilant if participating in this region |
Mar-98 |
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Delayed coking in the CIS Deep-conversion technology will enable Russian refiners to compete in the global marketplace |
Oct-98 |
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Designing and maintaining plant piping and valve systems Guidelines help develop safe, reliable layouts |
Jul-97 |
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Designing steam reformers for hydrogen production Keep these important factors in mind when designing, revamping or troubleshooting |
Jul-94 |
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Developments in natural gas liquefaction New technologies and design methods will play a large role in the design and construction of LNG projects |
Apr-99 |
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Document management throughout plant construction Electronic system can improve design and communications between engineers, contractors and operators |
Dec-98 |
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E/Cs adopt matrix management Properly structured and implemented, this system can assist in attaining business goals and objectives |
Jun-96 |
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E/Cs look upstream The window of opportunity for downstream companies to enter the exploration and production market is closing |
Mar-98 |
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Effective new plant startup increases asset's net present value An integrated work process reduces investment costs and mitigates potential risks |
Jul-04 |
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Enhance returns on processing plant investments Working with an experienced contractor can uncover additional benefits when upgrading an existing unit |
Jan-05 |
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Evaluate risk and plan for the unforeseen By understanding our liabilities, we can limit them and convert the future from enemy to opportunity |
Feb-04 |
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Evaluating effects of changes in process plant design A thorough understanding of the engineering, procurement and construction sequences is vital to comprehensively quantify all potential schedule and cost impacts during the pricing, review and approval process |
Dec-04 |
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Examining EPC contracts This overview highlights the risks and benefits of reimbursable vs. fixed-price agreements |
May-99 |
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Facilitate effective communications in a project environment Proper planning provides a stable platform for success |
Jul-03 |
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Fieldbus Technology: Fieldbus improves petrochemical plant operation Reduced design, installation and startup costs provided significant benefits |
May-99 |
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Fine-tune your delayed coker: obstacles and objectives Practical guidelines assist debottlenecking coker operations to increase unit capacity and provide more processing flexibility |
Sep-04 |
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Floating-roof technology advances with lessons learned from an 80-year history Consider these design fundamentals when selecting your storage solution |
Sep-03 |
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Follow four steps to ensure optimized process plant design The right outside resource combines industry and application expertise, high-performance equipment, and engineering and fabrication know-how |
Mar-04 |
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Has quality management run out of steam? Management leading a stable organization, having the most experienced and well-trained employees will probably provide the best quality product and service |
Dec-96 |
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How to achieve plant startups in developing countries These contrast industrialized startups in areas such as availability of spare parts, manpower and working conditions |
Apr-95 |
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How to buy package equipment Effective guidelines help project managers reduce costs and properly execute EPC assignments |
Apr-99 |
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How to renovate a 50-year-old wastewater treating plant, Part 1 Refinery project team uses value-based engineering, creative thinking and 'customer focus' to revamp a waste- and stormwater sewer system to meet Benzene NESHAP |
Jan-96 |
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How to renovate a 50-year-old wastewater treating plant, Part 2 Minimizing downtime required installing vapor-control equipment while the API sump was operating |
Feb-96 |
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How to select the proper subcontractor – Part I Failure of subcontractors is a major issue: apply these effective guidelines for best results in overseas EPC projects |
Jun-99 |
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How to select the proper subcontractor – Part 2 Failure of subcontractors is a major issue: apply these concluding effective guidelines for selecting responsible subcontractors in overseas EPC projects |
Jul-99 |
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How VENNET improved a project This unique, satellite-linked, online, real-time communication system ties together all parties in a major refinery construction effort in Venezuela |
Dec-94 |
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HPI Construction Boxscore Published three times a year and used for years by engineers, contractors, and marketing personnel to identify active construction projects around the world for sales information, market research, and planning. Data includes project type, plant capacity, geographic area, operating company, engineering company, construction company, licensor. |
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HPI Construction Boxscore Update, February '94 |
Feb-94 | ||
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HPI Construction Boxscore Update, June '94 |
Jun-94 | ||
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HPI
Construction Boxscore, October '94 |
Oct-94 | ||
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HPI Construction Boxscore Update, February '95 |
Feb-95 | ||
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HPI Construction Boxscore Update, June '95 |
Jun-95 | ||
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HPI
Construction Boxscore, October '95 |
Oct-95 | ||
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HPI Construction Boxscore Update, February '96 |
Feb-96 | ||
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HPI Construction Boxscore Update, June '96 |
Jun-96 | ||
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HPI
Construction Boxscore, October '96 |
Oct-96 | ||
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HPI Construction Boxscore Update, February '97 |
Feb-97 | ||
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HPI Construction Boxscore Update, June '97 |
Jun-97 | ||
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HPI
Construction Boxscore, October '97 |
Oct-97 | ||
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HPI Construction Boxscore Update, February '98 |
Feb-98 | ||
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HPI Construction Boxscore Update, June '98 |
Jun-98 | ||
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HPI
Construction Boxscore, October '98 |
Oct-98 | ||
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HPI Construction Boxscore Update, February '99 |
Feb-99 | ||
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HPI Construction Boxscore Update, June '99 |
Jun-99 | ||
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HPI
Construction Boxscore, October '99 |
Oct-99 | ||
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HPI Construction Boxscore Update, February '00 |
Feb-00 | ||
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HPI Construction Boxscore Update, June '00 |
Jun-00 | ||
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HPI
Construction Boxscore, October '00 |
Oct-00 | ||
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HPI Construction Boxscore Update, February '01 |
Feb-01 | ||
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HPI Construction Boxscore Update, June '01 |
Jun-01 | ||
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HPI
Construction Boxscore, October '01 |
Oct-01 | ||
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HPI Construction Boxscore Update, February '02 |
Feb-02 | ||
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HPI Construction Boxscore Update, June '02 |
Jun-02 | ||
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HPI
Construction Boxscore, October '02 |
Oct-02 | ||
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HPI Construction Boxscore Update, February '03 |
Feb-03 | ||
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HPI Construction Boxscore Update, June '03 |
Jun-03 | ||
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HPI
Construction Boxscore, October '03 |
Oct-03 | ||
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HPI Construction Boxscore Update, February '04 |
Feb-04 | ||
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HPI Construction Boxscore Update, June '04 |
Jun-04 | ||
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HPI
Construction Boxscore, October '04 |
Oct-04 | ||
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HPI Construction Boxscore Update, February '05 |
Feb-05 | ||
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HPI Construction Boxscore Update, June '05 |
Jun-05 | ||
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HPI Construction Boxscore, October '05 |
Oct-05 | ||
Hydrocarbon value chain: now electricity Compare process and power facilities’ cost and schedule during evaluation, front-end loading and execution phases |
Nov-97 |
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Hydrogen generation – a brief review, A Project manager discuss vital design features |
Jul-01 |
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Implement a lessons learned process that works An effective program facilitates fact-finding so that corrective actions can be applied throughout a project’s life cycle |
Jan-00 |
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Implementing NAFTA: one company’s success story Here's how a joint-venture team jumped cultural and communication hurdles in record time |
Sep-96 |
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Improve client-contractor working relationships under PSM Operators can use new guidelines to establish safety-compliance when hiring service providers |
Oct-96 |
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Improve CPVC piping reliability Use these application and installation guidelines for better service |
Jan-00 |
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Improve crane safety Prequalifying suppliers is an important step |
Nov-03 |
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Improve project decisions and teams Companies that ignore the human dynamics in a project are set for a slow decline |
Aug-96 |
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Improve project implementation with CDP Use this team approach concept for project management to increase work efficiency, avoid delays and reduce cost overruns |
Dec-95 |
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Improve startup of an olefins complex The operations team performed early dryout of plant systems before mechanical completion of the entire plant, thus enabling a trouble-free commissioning of new equipment |
Jun-00 |
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Improve your database for cost estimation Here’s a systematic approach for storing and retrieving valuable information |
Jun-03 |
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Improved planning can optimize solutions to produce clean fuel Refiners may consider using alliances with contractors to shorten design and construction time for environmentally driven projects |
Feb-01 |
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Improved project definition ensures value-added performance – Part 1 Use these techniques to produce and manage a plan for successful execution |
Aug-00 |
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Improved project definition ensures value-added performance – Part 2 These key principles, tools and lessons learned provide managers the ammunition to fight cost and schedule escalations |
Sep-00 |
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Improved regasification methods reduce emissions New technologies promote monetization of global LNG |
Jul-05 |
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Inherently safer design Implementation challenges faced by new and existing facilities |
Mar-03 |
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Inherently safer design principles are proven in expansions Operators mitigate processing risks when increasing unit capacity |
Apr-97 |
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Integrate HSE concepts in facility design Incorporating these aspects early in the planning process significantly reduces rework and subsequent costs during construction and operation |
Dec-07 |
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Integrate workflow to execute projects quicker and at lowest cost Here’s how to engineer to the job’s best interest, instead of the demands of the tools |
Dec-02 |
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International engineering alliances: risks and rewards For the established EPC contractor, joint ventures and mergers are fast becoming necessary tools for global competitiveness |
Jan-98 |
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Is your plant inherently safer? Managing process risk begins at the conceptual design stage |
Jul-96 |
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Is modularization right for your project? One gasoil hydrotreater case history illustrates how $12.5 million was saved |
Dec-07 |
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It takes experience to be a construction contractor Find out what it takes to successfully execute functions, fulfill responsibilities and solve problems to produce a safe and reliable project facility |
Dec-95 |
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Just-in-time engineering speeds design and construction Methodology positively impacts the bottom line by minimizing front-end heat-tracing costs |
May-99 |
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Laser scanning solutions secure accurate dimensional data This engineering and construction planning tool can reduce schedules, overall costs and exposure to potentially hazardous onsite environments |
Dec-05 |
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Lessons learned from relocation As in the past, dismantling, relocating and refurbishing a used plant still provides economic incentives today |
Dec-95 |
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Lessons taught the teacher Simulations can be effective in focusing attention on good – and bad – project management behaviors |
Feb-00 |
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Let's quit blaming the E/C's Engineering/construction (E/C) companies – often accursed of being inefficient 'dinosaurs' – are getting a 'bum rap' |
Dec-94 |
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Leveraging a globalized work force If managed with discipline, a workshare approach can yield significant benefits for all project stakeholders |
Apr-04 |
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LNG receiving and regasification terminal operations Understanding and controlling boil-off gas pressure enhances energy efficiency |
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