Basic Engineering

At the beginning of a project, the basic engineering phase starts. During this stage, initial ideas are detailed further in order confirm initial ideas as well as estimated investment costs. The documentation for building approval is prepared. Further, the project timing is analysed.

Basic Engineering includes the following activities:

- Conceptual design
- Process engineering
- Equipment and supplier selection (main equipment only)
- Process diagrammes and descriptions
- Layout of plant equipment
- Preparation of technical specifications
- Tendering, optaining main quotes
- Determination of required utilities (power, compressed air etc.)
- Preparation of project time schedule
- Determination of investment costs (for budget)