Conceptual design is an important, but often neglected step in the plant development process. Better plant performance and greater cost savings can be realized through a properly executed conceptual design rather than at any other phase of the project.
Insightful process selection, knowledgeable preliminary equipment sizing, and an efficient layout require years of experience. A realistic preliminary cost estimate will ensure that the subsequent budget and ROI analysis represent a true picture of the project economics, in order to avoid later surprises.
