Technology Selection and Optimization
Evaluation and selection of the most suitable technologies, refining previously identified alternatives to ensure technical efficiency, operational viability and compliance with client requirements.
Engineering
Basic Engineering
Technical development of the project’s base design, transforming the results of conceptual engineering and feasibility studies into a defined, optimized and executable solution, ensuring both technical and economic viability.
What it is
Technical Definition and Project Optimization
Basic Engineering is a key phase in the development of industrial projects, where the concepts established during the conceptual engineering stage are consolidated and transformed into a structured, measurable and feasible technical project. Also known as Basic Design Engineering or Front-End Engineering, this phase defines the project's technical, economic and operational aspects with greater precision, establishing the foundations required for successful project execution. Unlike the conceptual phase, this stage moves beyond preliminary estimates and develops more refined, quantified and optimized solutions, providing a solid basis for decision-making and for the subsequent Detailed Engineering phase.
Process Development and Plant Layout Definition
Detailed definition of the industrial process, including process unit configuration, plant layout and functional organization of the facilities.
Design Criteria and Engineering Basis
Establishment of operating conditions, applicable regulations, technical standards and calculation criteria governing the project's development.
Preliminary Sizing of Equipment and Systems
Definition of major equipment, utility systems and required infrastructure with sufficient detail to support subsequent engineering phases.
Integration and Optimization of the Conceptual Design
Incorporation of improvements into the conceptual design, optimizing technical solutions and ensuring a more efficient and cost-effective approach.
Economic Evaluation and Cost Definition
Detailed CAPEX and OPEX estimation, including investment, operation and maintenance costs, allowing project profitability to be validated.
Deliverables
Basic Engineering Documentation and Project Definition
A comprehensive set of documentation defining the project's base design with a high level of accuracy, enabling project evaluation, management and progression to the Detailed Engineering phase.
01
Project Technical Report
Document describing the industrial process, design criteria, selected solutions and technical justification for the proposed project.
02
Process Diagrams and Preliminary P&IDs
Detailed representation of the industrial process, equipment and initial definitions of control and instrumentation systems.
03
General Arrangement Drawings (Plant Layout)
Definition of the plant configuration, including equipment positioning, process units and functional areas.
04
Process Definition
Detailed description of the production process, production capacities and specific client requirements.
05
Major Equipment List
List of major equipment, including technical characteristics, operating conditions and selection criteria.
06
Preliminary Calculations and Design Basis
Development of initial engineering calculations that support the transition to Detailed Engineering while ensuring technical consistency and constructability.
07
CAPEX and OPEX Estimate
More detailed economic evaluation covering investment, operating and maintenance costs.
08
Preliminary Project Schedule
Baseline project schedule including key phases, milestones and execution timelines.
Phase 02
Transforms a concept into an optimized and technically viable design, providing the foundation for investment decisions and successful project development.
When it applies
Technical Definition and Project Validation Phase
Basic Engineering is carried out after the conceptual phase, when the project requires technical consolidation and sufficient information to support strategic investment decisions and project continuation.
- Industrial project development
- Investment validation
- Tender and bid preparation
- Technical scope definition
- Transition to Detailed Engineering
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