Energy Optimisation
Feasibility Study
Inspec Systems were engaged to carry out a feasibility study to optimise the energy system on a chemicals site in Norfolk.
The embedded Generation and steam raising plant was inefficient and could not meet environmental consents with the upcoming Medium Combustion Plant Directive.
A review of all available technologies was undertaken with consideration given to:
- Total Power Import
- Electrification
- Solar
- Wind
- Micro Gas Turbines
- Gas Engines
Front End Engineering Design (FEED) Study
A FEED study was carried out to further develop the system concept and firm up the cost estimate to ±15%.
Detailed Design
Managing and co-ordinating all aspects of the project, specialist designers were engaged to provide final designs including:
- Piping System Design
- Civil Engineering
- Ventilation
- 11 kV Design
- 11 kV Network Study and Arc Flash Safety Assessment
- SCADA
- EC&I
Piping System Design
The detailed piping design considered pressure systems, human factors and operability and was completed using the latest laser scanning technology to inform more traditional design techniques.
- Point Cloud Scan
- 3D Modelling
- Stress Analysis
- Support System Design
- Isometrics
Detailed Engineering
Detailed engineering incorporated:
- Civil Engineering
- Building ventilation systems
- 11KV and G99
- PLC and SCADA systems
- EC&I
Project Management, Planning and Co-Ordination
The project was effectively managed using traditional tools ensuring good communications between all stakeholders.
Inspec were nominated as Principal Designers and Principal Contractors and effectively delivered the project under CDM. The project was notified under F10 arrangements and there were no serious accidents or incidents.
Output
The project was delivered Safely, On Time, and Within Budget allowing commissioning to progress.
