Challenge

Our energy infrastructure client has a terminal that contains two caverns for storage of liquified butane and propane. Each cavern utilizes two electric submersible pumps (ESPs) to bring product to surface for transport via rail or truck. This project entailed replacing two failed propane pumps and one failed butane pump along with upgrading the systems with additional instrumentation for pump performance analysis.

Solution

Valdes Architecture & Engineering (Valdes) sized and specified the pumps, assembled bid packages, and worked with the client’s procurement department to solicit and review bids from vendors. Valdes coordinated with other engineering firms who performed instrumentation installation design and automation support. Prior to and during installation, Valdes provided construction support to electrical and mechanical contractors and coordinated with the client onsite and offsite personnel, vendors, and other service suppliers. Following successful pump installation and testing, Valdes supported commissioning and coordinating punch list resolution.

Impact

Valdes provided full-time onsite construction support working closely with contractors and suppliers to resolve issues quickly. Valdes created an ID and OD clearance template in anticipation of motor/casing interference. The template was used to facilitate grinding the ID of a casing flange weld, saving hours of trial fitment operations.

Services

Mechanical

Project Management

Construction Management