Conceptual Design encompasses the activities, calculations, and deliverables required to ensure that the overall process works as a whole to meet objectives.  This includes process engineering, systems engineering, and process controlss.

More specifically, it includes the following activities and deliverables:

Basic Engineering

• Project Design Basis
• Block Flow Diagrams
• Process Flow Diagrams
• Process Simulation and Modeling (Design)
• Material and Energy Balances
• Initial Line Sizing
• Effluent and Emissions Summaries

Detail Engineering

• Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams
• Process Simulation and Modeling (Rating/Off-Design)
• Process Specifications
• Relief Device Sizing and Flare System Design
• Detailed Line Sizing
• Utility System Design
• Equipment, Line, and Instrument Lists
• Control System Requirements development
• Operating Manuals and Operating Procedures
• Cooling Water and Boiler Water Treatment System design

Commissioning | Startup | Operations Support

• Process Simulation and Modeling (Evaluation / Reconciliation)
• Process Optimization and Troubleshooting
• Productivity / Process Efficiency Audits
• Process Technical Training