Project Management
Improve your annual report through maintenance cost control
It is possible to significantly better a firm's bottom line through reliability and maintenance. However, this has rarely been the reality and needs to change
New approach to revamps
Case history of a delayed coking unit's main fractionator details a method that delivers a shorter schedule and lower cost, while retaining current best practices
Are resources at the ready to build the future LNG industry?
Here are projections on likely market size and constraints facing the participants
Laser scanning solutions secure accurate dimensional data
This engineering and construction planning tool can reduce schedules, overall costs and exposure to potentially hazardous onsite environments
Use of pipework dampers to reduce piping vibrations
This method has been applied successfully in operating facilities to increase dynamic reliability and plant life
Returning submerged gear drives to temporary service
Follow these guidelines to render the unit operational for a significant period before a rebuild is required
A road map for creating competitive advantage from asset performance improvement
As companies become experts in launching and completing these initiatives, they share and manage knowledge more effectively and create value that transcends what was initially envisioned
Improve and sustain process plant operator performance
A systems approach can enhance workforce execution to achieve operational excellence (OpX)
New Developments: Industry developments
Strong growth continues due to an increased need to produce low cost products
Understand the myths surrounding Six Sigma
Converting all problems into this framework could stifle the organization
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