We've helped companies of every size overcome their greatest business development challenges. Our client list demonstrates that our services can be applied to virtually any Chemical industry around the world.
Here we've listed a few clients, but this is a partial client list since the our privacy policy prohibits their institution's name from being presented on this client list.
Here we've listed a few clients, but this is a partial client list since the our privacy policy prohibits their institution's name from being presented on this client list.
- ABB
- ACQUA ENGINEERING
- ACS DOBFA
- AGIP
- AUSY
- BAYER
- CELLULOSA 2000
- CELLULOSA CALABRA
- COMER
- COPRIM
- ENI
- ENI REFINING & MARKETING
- ENIPOWER
- FLENCO
- GICOTECNICA
- SANMARCO
- SARL RABIE INDUSTRIE
- SIMECO
- SIMENS
- SNAMPROGETTI
- SONATRACH
- STB ENGINEERING
- SUN PAPER INDUSTRY
- TECHNIP
- TECNIMONT
- TECNOLAB
- KARACHAGANAK
- KOGON REMSTROYKOMPLEKT
- MAUL BELSER
- MULTISERVICE
- PLOIMERI EUROPA
- POLYMERLATEX
- POM LTD
- PRISMA
- PROGECO
- S.N.C.P.A
- S.N.G.N. ROMGAZ
- SAIPEM
OUR MAIN EXPERIENCES:
Rettorofitting of Existing Ethyl Acetate unit
The client is a private company. IPS was contracted to perform a retrofitting design of existing batch process to increasing production. The revamping project based on the use of Reactive distillation concept in the existing plant.
The following project tasks were executed:
- Process design basis development;
- Process simulation;
- Process flow diagrams (PFDs) and P&ID;
- Equipment, Machinery and Instruments DS & MR;
- Main equipment construction drawings.
30 TPD Fatty Acid Fractionation Unit
The client was a private company in EU that manufactures a range of oleochemical decided to increasing their manufacturing with the addition of a new Fatty acid fractionation in order to obtaion pure fatty acids (30 TPD) for new derivatives from it. IPS was asked to develop Front End Engineering and generated a preliminary cost estimation.
The following project tasks were executed:
- Process design basis development
- Process simulation
- Process flow diagrams (PFDs) and P&ID
- Capital cost estimate development
- Raw material, finished product and utility requirement mass balances
- Equipment, Machinery and Instruments DS & MR
- Propertary equipment construction drawings.
Membrane Bioreactor (MBR) Unit
The client, an producer of acetate esters contracted IPS to execute a new waste water treatment project in order to reduce effluent contaminants in accordance to local laws.
The conceptual and basic design were based on the use of Membrane Bioreactor (MBR). Project tasks included:
- Process design basis development;
- Mass and energy balance model preparation;
- Process design, and process flow diagram (PFD) and process description preparation;
- Equipment layout drawings preparation
- Detailed equipment specifications preparation
- Capital, operating, and annual cost estimates development.
Green Diesel Process Simulation development
IPS Engineering (IPS) was contracted by the client, a start-up technology company, to develop a simulation for a process that produces diesel from corn oil using a hydrotreater, hydrocracker, and distillation unit. The simulation also included a hydrogen reformer and hydrogen recycle loop. Pressure swing adsorption (PSA) was included for hydrogen purification along with hydrogen membrane separation technology. A distillation train was modeled to fractionate the diesel from light gases and propane produced from cracking triglycerides. The product is termed “Green Diesel” because the feedstock source may be edible oil, waste grease, or biomass.
Biodiesel Glycerin / Methanol batch refining system preliminary process Design
IPS Engineering (IPS) was subcontracted by the client, a process equipment supplier, to develop a preliminary process design for the ultimate client, a biodiesel producer, for the recovery of methanol from crude glycerin. The primary requirements of the process were to recover overhead methanol at 99.5 weight %, reduce methanol in the crude glycerin to less than 1 weight %, and to perform the process within a specified batch cycle time.
IPS developed a set of batch operating conditions meeting the overall process objective. A process flow diagram (PFD) was then created depicting the primary equipment requirements. Minimum and maximum loads were determined for the equipment, and process design level equipment specifications (duty specifications) were generated.
Biodiesel plant - Methanol drying Column Design
IPS Engineering (IPS) was subcontracted by the client, an engineering and construction company, to provide IPS design and engineering services for a waterless biodiesel production facility. The ultimate client was experiencing difficulties with the methanol drying column operation. Specifically, IPS was contracted to perform the following tasks:
Size restriction orifices to be installed in the methanol drying column feed to prevent flashing in the feed heaters
Design a replacement methanol drying column
The existing methanol drying column does not consistently meet product specifications. Part of the problem is feed flashing in the feed preheaters. This limits the ability to consistently heat the feed. A new column design was also desired to allow the ultimate client to purchase new units for other planned plant sites. The existing column was purchased from a technology supplier who did not disclose the original design information or internals configuration. The purpose of the new column design was to generate this information so additional units can be fabricated.
IPS used its licensed commercial computer IPS simulation software, PR II, to develop a model for the column, its feed heater train, and its vacuum pump and condenser train based on operating data provided by the client. The resulting design information was then used to size the restriction orifices and to supply data for packing selection and column sizing. The restriction orifice sizing was complicated by the fact that the orifice could not be mounted on the column feed nozzle. The calculations had to account for two-phase flashing flow downstream of the orifice.
Data from the simulation were also used to create an equipment duty specification for the column and its internals.
Verification of Test Separator Performance
The client, a regional engineering company, was asked by the ultimate client, a EPC main contractor, to verify the feasibility to recover the existing test train at each DGS by-passing the first test separator, used in parallel with first production separator.
the client request also to define the maximum capacity of separator and relevant nozzles.
The test train to be analyzed consists of an intermediate test separator, a gas boot and a test tank.
the following analyses have been carried out by IPS:
a quick analysis of separator capacity based on API 12J code that provides separator capacity values for 2-phase and 3-phase operating.
a detailed analysis of separator capacity. This analysis, starting from fluid characteristics, separator geometry, water cut values (max and min value) and minimum removed water/oil drops diameter, provides: total inlet volumetric flow capacity and outlet capacity for gas, oil and water.
at last has been analyzed the single nozzle capacity (inlet and outlet for gas, oil and water) in order to compare the total separator capacity with nozzle capacity and identify limiting factors, if any.
The results and recommendations from the tasks listed above were summarized in a written letter report to the client.
Oil Transfer Lines Study
The client, a regional engineering company, was asked by the ultimate client, a EPC main contractor, to evaluate the maximum transfer capacity of pipelines.
The aim of the study was to assess the transfer pipeline configuration from DGSs to tank farm. The study included existing pipeline system analysis in order to establish its maximum transfer capacity and the valuating adding the loops to reach the required flow rates
For the analysis of the existing system the following Phase tasks were completed by IPS :
Utilizing the existing system;
Adding new pumps;
Adding new pumps and discharge piping.
The results and recommendations from the tasks listed above were summarized in a written letter report to the client.
Process Feasibility Verification for Crude Oil Production Trend
An Oil field was in production through 5 degassing stations, with a production of 230000 BOPD while the total original capacity was around 520000 BOPD.
The client, a regional engineering company, was asked by the ultimate client, a EPC main contractor, to evaluate the feasibility analysis to achieve an oil production rate of 560000 BOPD.
To verify the feasibility of production profile, IPS performed the necessary calculations such as:
Verification of the maximum theoretical separation trains capacity at each DGS.
Verification of existing export facilities to manage the calculated maximum capacity.
Verification of flare system in order to evaluate the adequacy of existing flare system with the new production capacity.
This new production rate was compared to the original design documents which were supplied by the client.
Design calculations were verified to determine the adequacy of the existing unit when the additional production were added. IPS also suggested the next actions that are recommended to develop the present analysis with the scope to verify the realistic production level that can be reached.
This new production rate was compared to the original design documents which were supplied by the client.
Design calculations were verified to determine the adequacy of the existing unit when the additional production were added. IPS also suggested the next actions that are recommended to develop the present analysis with the scope to verify the realistic production level that can be reached.
Heat Exchanger Sizing for Ethylene-Propylene Refrigeration unit
IPS was contracted by the client, a corporate Engineering group, to prepare complete multiple heat exchanger specifications for a Propylene Refrigeration Unit. Specifically, IPS completed the following tasks:
Using duty rates provided by the client, IPS determined heating and cooling loads for each heat exchanger. From these loads, an exchanger design point was established.
Commercial licensed software, was used to design all heat exchangers.
These designs were completed considering the transient nature of the service.
Data sheets and sketches were completed for each exchanger describing performance and construction requirements
Preliminary Design of Natural Gas Compressor Stations
IPS was subcontracted by the client, an engineering firm, to provide a process design for five natural gas (NG) compressor stations , each unit composed to primary well condensate splitter unit, compression unit , and auxiliary systems.
The process design was part of a preliminary design package prepared for the ultimate client.
Specifically, IPS completed the following tasks:
IPS ' commercial steady state simulation software was used to develop a comprehensive process simulation for the NG condensate unit including the pre-flash, light end stabilizer, atmospheric fractionation, compression unit , air cooler and auxiliary systems
Process Flow Diagrams (PFDs) were created for the unit and included complete mass and energy balance data generated by the process simulation model.
Process design level (duty) equipment specifications were completed for the major process equipment including compressor, separators, air cooler, fractionators, fired heaters, heat exchangers, and pumps.
Pulp Mill Technical Proposal - Preliminary Conceptual and Basic Design
The client is owner of a pulp mill from Sparto, with the Pomilio process. IPS was contracted to execute a preliminary study of the revamp for Chlorine substitution with Oxygen delignification.
IPS 'Know How pulping process based on Naco process was used as required in the development of the feasibility study.
The Pomilio pulping process consists of continuous digestion system, wash filters, screw presses chlorination tower, alkaline treatment unit, salt electrolysis system, cleaners and bleaching unit.
the following project tasks were executed:
Process design basis development
Unit operations computer process simulation
Process flow diagrams (PFDs) preparation
Capital cost estimate development.
Once the purchase equipment costs were finalized, IPS summarized the total cost for the client and recommended environmental impact factor for a plant of this type for their use of chlorine components.
Oil Refinery Facility- Fire Fighting Water System Verification
Computer process simulation of a Fire Fighting water system in support of an expansion production units .
Scope of Work
The client, an engineering firm, contracted IPS to execute a computer simulation of the Fire Fighting water system in support of the design of an expansion of the production units.
The simulations were executed to determine the following:
The hydraulic profiles of both existing and new water lines
New water flow rates for both existing and new and distribution lines
New distribution line sizes
Required system pressures for the design and specification of new water pumps
IPS used the fluid flow package associated with licensed commercial process simulation software to perform the Fire Fighting water modelling runs.
Detailed inputs including pipe lengths, number and types of pipe fittings, pipe sizes and elevation changes, pipe material and roughness, etc. were input to the program to obtain accurate hydraulic profiles for the entire system.
Multiple runs were performed for the purpose of optimizing system design.
IPS flow diagrams (PFD) prepared via the simulation software were the final project deliverables.
Biomass Power Plant Feasibility Study
IPS was contracted by the client, a Private Company, to assist with a feasibility study and preliminary technical evaluation of various system configurations for a power plant with different type of biomass..
The client had previously completed a preliminary study of biomass cultivation for energy production and IPS on base this study has completed a preliminary process design and. capital cost estimation
The client also asked IPS to perform specific project tasks for the plant based on geographical location of the plant
These included:
Preparation the mass and energy balance and evaluation the environmental impact effects associated with the combustion operation
Preparation of preliminary equipment specifications for feed system, combustion system, heat recovery equipment, and pollution control system.
IPS provided this information to the client in support of its overall effort to determine feasibility for this system configuration for the chosen location.
Biomass Power Plant Preliminary Equipment Cost Estimate Development
The client is regional EPC company who specializes in a power plant technology.
IPS had previously completed a preliminary feasibility study and was contracted during this project to develop a preliminary complete design, size, configuration and cost estimate for a biomass-to-power electrical generation plant.
PS developed equipment purchase costs for the main equipment by working with qualified equipment manufacturers to obtain purchase cost quotations.
IPS utilized it's in-house library of purchase equipment costs for the more common unit operations associated with the facility.
Once the purchase equipment costs were finalized, IPS summarized the total cost for the client and recommended an installed equipment factor for a plant of this type for their use in developing a preliminary capital cost estimate.
Oil Refinery Fuel Gas Knock-out drum Process Design
IPS was subcontracted by the client, a regional engineering company, by the ultimate client, a Oil refinery company , to provide a process design for conditioning the refinery fuel gas using a knock-out drum that would combine multiple fuel gas sources for more consistent refinery wide fuel gas heating value, remove impurities, and stabilize supply pressure.
IPS identified the best location based upon piping costs to and from the knock-out drum and evaluated the composition impacts upon the various heaters in the refinery. IPS provided sizing, cost estimation, and drum specification sheets, process instrumentation and control valve, process safety valve, and associated piping.
Petrochemical Production Facility- Acid Recovery Feasibility Study
The client owns a Petrochemical production plant that employs a process that produces significant amounts of by-product sulphuric acid.
The client had been trying for years to identify a commercially economical-viable method for re concentration or utilization this diluted acid
IPS was contracted by the plant to execute this feasibility study.
IPS determined that the only process that has ever come close to project budget was the converting the acid to new chemical compound.
Based on the preliminary estimated costs, it was concluded that production of the new compound is feasible.
IPS performed cost estimates of process for utilization of acid to new product.
Budgetary Proposal for LPG Merox Treatment Package
The client, an engineering consulting firm, was contracted to design an LPG Merox treatment package and subcontracted IPS to perform its Basic Design and cost estimation.
The package was intended to utilize direct oxidation techniques, with air and in presence of catalyst to remove contaminants and to treat effluent to a standard which will enable the effluent to be discharged to the sea water discharge ponds for disposal with the sea cooling water treatment.
The process design basis set the input stream physical and chemical characterizations, desired operating goals and constraints for the water treatment. Mass and energy balance calculations were prepared using a combination of commercial computer process simulation software and manual calculations and were used for the development of preliminary request for quotation packages sent to qualified equipment vendors. The equipment purchase costs were developed based on vendor quotations and an in-house equipment cost database. The preliminary equipment data sheets contained information relative to the catalyst, unit operations (dimensions, weights, power and utility requirements, major instrumentation, primary piping connections, etc.). Equipment layout drawings were used to evaluate the approximate space requirements associated with the unit.
The implementation of PED Compliance in Oil Refinery
IPS was subcontracted by the client, a regional engineering company, by the ultimate client, a Oil refinery company , to implement of national regulation in accordance to European PED directive for all piping circuits in all plants of refinery.
To accomplish this, IPS project team members spent several month to preparing compliance report for the piping.
All the information was found from P&IDs and data sheet and elaborated in an specific software created by IPS. the compliance reports were included in the following informations for each piping circuit:
Designs and operation pressure
Designs and operation temperature
Piping material
the chemical and physical properties of the fluid
Risk category according to PED
Pressure-relieving or safety device.
Preliminary Conceptual Design for Bagasse Pulp Bleaching Unit
The client, a European EPC Company, was asked by the ultimate client, owner bagass pulp mill, to evaluate a possibility of Naco applications in bagass pulp mill
IPS performed the following tasks in support of this project:
Based on information provided by the client, IPS developed a pre feasibility study on based Coroton pilot plant results.
Identified areas for process improvement in the black liquor treatment unit using the model to optimize the alkali recovery.
IPS summarized the evaluation results and recommendations in a letter report to the client.