Challenge

A utility client’s combustion turbine peaking plant uses reverse osmosis (RO) water for exhaust gas emission controls. The plant was designed for RO rental trucks and a fixed system was later leased with supplemental RO supplied by truck when required. The leased system became obsolete and was scheduled for removal. The client needed to replace the leased system with a permanent RO system.

Solution

Valdes Architecture & Engineering (Valdes) executed a study to specify the RO equipment and create a total installed cost estimate. These deliverables were utilized to create the project justification and receive capital project approval. Valdes conducted a bid event and selected the appropriate equipment to satisfy the generating station’s requirements. Valdes also developed the detailed design for the installation and managed all aspects of the project from conception through commissioning of the new system.

Impact

Valdes supported the installation of a new permanent RO system for our utility client through all project stages from initial study through commissioning, providing the client with constant support from a reliable partner.

Services

Project Management

Cost Estimating

Project Controls

Procurement Services

Plant Services & Support