Our Work in Action

From process simulation to major capital projects, here's a sample of the engineering challenges we've solved for our clients.

Process Engineering 01

Blowdown & Depressurization Analysis for Butamer Reactors

Conducted dynamic simulation and depressurization analysis to optimize high-temperature SIS trip responses for the Recycle Gas Compressor. Validated settle-out pressures and engineered high-rate emergency valves for critical blowdown scenarios.

Emergency Valve Sizing · SIS trip optimization
Dynamic Simulation SIS Blowdown
Process Engineering 02

Cycle Gas Cooling Water Upgrade

Led adoption of CAVITROL HEX trim technology to eliminate cavitation and vibration. Developed P&IDs, sized control valves, and led safety reviews during Detail Engineering and Execution phases.

95% Scope Reduction · from $4M initial estimate
Control Valves P&IDs CAVITROL HEX
Process Engineering 03

Fractionator Debottleneck Study

Led a study to increase throughput at the Robstown, TX Natural Gas Fractionation Plant from 63K to 70K BPD. Used HYSYS and ASPEN EDR for simulation and thermal analysis, with direct startup support.

63K → 70K BPD · +11% capacity gain
HYSYS ASPEN EDR Debottlenecking
Project Management 04

Elevated Flare Upgrade

Led engineering of a $4M Elevated Flare Upgrade, compressing the timeline from two years to six months and achieving key milestones within 12 weeks. Coordinated procurement and led a full HAZOP review.

$4M · 6 Months · vs. 2-year original schedule
HAZOP Procurement Flare Systems
Process Engineering 05

Dense Phase Ethane Energy Reduction Project

Defined project scope and developed a 50% Gate 1 estimate of $90M aligned to the site's 2030 GHG Reduction goals. Led a $5M Tie-In scope and directed FEED, detailed engineering, and safety reviews.

$90M Gate 1 Estimate · 2030 GHG reduction target
FEED GHG Reduction Tie-In Scope
Safety & Risk 06

Ethane Header Protection

Engineered solutions to lower the site Risk Category from RC2 to RC3. Developed and executed a scope to install SHE-critical transmitters integrated into the SIS for ESV trip functionality.

90% Cost Reduction · risk category downgrade
HIPPS SIS ESV
Project Management 07

Sulfur Recovery Unit Upgrade

Led Pre-FEED and FEED for a $25M 400 LT/D molten sulfur storage and transfer system with loading/unloading facilities. Developed P&IDs, PFDs, equipment specs, and evaluated vendor quotes.

$25M · 400 LT/D · molten sulfur system
Pre-FEED FEED Steam Tracing
Safety & Risk 08

Debutanizer Vacuum Prevention

Resolved vacuum conditions during relief scenarios, mitigating RC2 SHE risks and preventing $5M in financial losses. Developed a Pro II model, P&IDs, and rupture disc specifications, and led safety reviews during installation.

75% TEC Reduction · $5M financial risk mitigated
Pro II Rupture Disc Relief Systems
Project Management 09

Third Process Gas Dryer

Led Pre-FEED and Basis of Design for a $25M Olefins Process Gas Dryer to eliminate outages during catalyst changeouts. Directed FEED and Detailed Engineering for critical Tie-Ins with zero operational disruption.

$25M · Zero Downtime · seamless Tie-In integration
Pre-FEED P&IDs H&MBs
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