Our Engineering Services

Compression Engineering and Design

• Mechanical and Process Engineering and Design
• Electrical and Instrumentation Engineering and Design
• Control Systems Engineering, Design, and Programming
• Development and Creation of Project Justification and Scope of Work
• Compressor and Engine Selection
• Project Estimates
• Compression Design Packages
• Bid Packages and Construction Support
• Project Walk-downs
• Project Engineering
• CADD Design (2D and 3D)
• Planning and Scheduling Support
• Material Procurement and Requisitioning
• Troubleshooting

Pipeline and M&R Engineering and Design

• Pipeline Route Selection and Surveys
• Pipeline Engineering and Design
• Measurement and Regulation Engineering and Design
• Alignment Sheet Preparation
• Permit Drawings
• Class Location Studies
• MAOP Determination and Upgrade Studies
• Integrity Management – Launcher/Receiver Design
• Regulatory Plans – Emergency/Damage Prevention/Op Qual/IMP

Pipeline Simulation Software Support

• Stoner Compressor / Station Modeling

Training

• Reciprocating Engine and Compressor
• Gas Turbine and Centrifugal Compressor
• Dehy Systems
• Station Controls and Auxiliary Systems

Construction, Precommissioning, and Commissioning Support

• Onsite Project Management / Project Lead / Resident Engineering
• Start-up and Commissioning Planning, and On-site Commissioning Support
• Engineering Support and Coordination of Sub-contractors Activities During Construction
  

Structure Design

• Concrete Foundations
• Mechanical Supports
• Platforms and Cranes
• Load ratings (floor, shelf)
• Special Tool Certifications
• Epoxy Grout Engineering
• Cable Tray Supports
• Building Code Permits
• Bridge Design

Site Design and Survey

• Pipeline Surveys
• Grading Plans
• Roadway Design
• Property Plat Surveys
• Contour Surveys
• Flood Plain Studies

Coal Reserve Evaluation

The coal reserves and coal resources on tracts of land are often placed as collateral for loans or a part of a mining venture which requires funding. We evaluate the coal reserves in accordance with the Reserve Classification System of the United States Geologic Survey. Our staff reviews all public information sources, as well as any reserve information, maintained privately. Based upon our review, the reserves are classified as “measured” (coal reserves which are present with a high degree of probability and are believe to be economically mineable) and “inferred” (coal reserves which may be present and whose economic mineability is unknown). The level to which the reserves are classified depends upon the detail of information available. Our findings are presented on a suitable map with the major mining blocks in the principal coal seams identified and depicted and in tabular form for ease of understanding. We perform the service satisfying the valuation requirements of general accounting principles.

Coal Reserve Eploration

Coal reserves are estimated by determining the minable area and coal seam thickness from core drilling of the property. Often, insufficient information (a lack of core holes on the property) exists to properly calculate the quantity of reserves to the degree of accuracy required by financial institutions to authorize loans. In our design and supervision of coal exploration programs, we locate core holes based upon known geology and terrain in order to obtain the most comprehensive information at the least cost. Coal reserves are classified in accordance with their proximity to a core hole or known location of measured thickness, such as an outcrop. Spacing of core holes is critical in the accuracy of a reserve estimate. Very few core holes spaced far apart provide a less accurate estimate of the true quantity and minability of the coal present. In our experience, inadequate exploration of a property accounts for the majority of errors in coal property valuations and in coal reserve estimation.