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HP Construction: Consider an innovative method for olefin unit construction

Technip: Buffenoir, M. H.

New project management approach uses 'lessons learned' from earlier ethylene units to fast-track new steam cracker implementations

Operator training simulator: myths and misgivings

Advanced Process Engineering & Simulation Services: Sneesby, M.

Ten special 'features' are analyzed to assess whether these add-ons provide real value or if informed users (and vendors) would be better off focusing on core values

Competency framework for refinery process engineers

RWD Technologies LLC: Ranade, S. M.

A new method can be used to create a learning curriculum, provide career guidance and build a knowledge repository

Use of 3D scanning safely saves time, money for a Louisiana plant retrofitting

Trimble: Ahern, B.

The technology facilitates design by enabling interference checking, accurate parts prefabrication and visualization of results

Technology has created an alarm management crisis

ARC Advisory Group: O'Brien, L.

Here's what needs to be done to solve the problem

Why many experts are wrong in forecasting capital investments and other emerging events

Transmar Consult Inc.: Chevriere, J. P.  |  Munisteri, J. G.

The challenge for HPI managements competing for superior foresight is to create hindsight in advance

In pursuit of flawless project execution

Using a main automation and electrical contractor approach can provide predictable costs, consistent results, standardized and scalable designs, and lower risk of unexpected scope growth

Lessons learned during revamp of 34 year-old reformer

North Atlantic Refining Ltd.: Edmunds, K.
Born Heaters Canada ULC: Newnham, R.  |  Uzelac, S.

Retrofit of heater required unique engineering, design and construction methods

Simple, but often overlooked, plant design techniques

E-Technology, LLC: Gay, J. L.

Use these tips and real-world examples to improve the quality of your layouts

Is modularization right for your project?

One gasoil hydrotreater case history illustrates how $12.5 million was saved