Engineering Design Project Highlights
Pacific Northern Gas Infrastructure Assessment (2024)
Pacific Northern Gas (PNG) operates natural gas transmission and distribution systems in Fort St. John, British Columbia. Airy Point Engineering Services was engaged to assess safety and operational improvements for a key piece of PNG's pressure control and measurement infrastructure.
Scope of Work:
- Site Evaluation: Conducted a multi-day site visit to assess infrastructure condition and operational requirements.
- Capacity & Reliability Analysis: Evaluated equipment operating life, capacity, and alignment with industry best practices.
- Engineering & Design Scope Definition: Prepared a detailed report outlining required improvements for long-term site reliability, including:
- Mechanical, civil, electrical, and pipeline engineering scope
- Fabrication and construction approach
- Detailed engineering design scope
- Cost Estimating: Provided budget estimates for engineering, materials, and construction work
- Risk Identification: Identified critical concerns requiring attention before a major overhaul.
Airy Point Engineering is committed to delivering actionable insights and strategic solutions to enhance PNG’s infrastructure reliability and performance.
Soprema Bitumen-Aggregate Mixer Addition (2024)
Soprema specializes in waterproofing and roofing product manufacturing. Airy Point Engineering Services was engaged by Sinco Engineering Ltd. to provide industrial engineering support for a production capacity upgrade at Soprema’s Chilliwack, British Columbia facility.
Scope of Work:
- Detailed Engineering Design: Developed engineering plans for the new bitumen-aggregate mixer.
- Piping Stress Analysis: Ensured system reliability and compliance with industry standards.
- Fabrication Coordination: Aligned engineering efforts with fabrication to meet quality and timeline requirements.
- Regulatory Compliance: Technical Safety British Columbia (TSBC) piping registration.
- Owner's Inspector: Reviewed all material, fabrication, testing, and inspection data.
This collaboration strengthens Airy Point’s relationship with Sinco Engineering, enhancing both firms’ capabilities in executing complex projects.
UBC Energy & Water Services Heat Exchanger Evaluation (2024)
The University of British Columbia Energy and Water Services (UBC EWS) operates the campus district energy system, integrating traditional and innovative energy solutions. Airy Point Engineering Services was engaged to evaluate steam and condensate heat exchangers for a potential increase in documented operating pressure, improving consistency across the steam-to-hot water system.
Scope of Work:
- System Optimization: Supported UBC EWS in standardizing pressure design across their infrastructure.
- Heat Exchanger Assessment: Evaluated existing equipment using COMPRESS for increased operating pressure feasibility.
- Regulatory Compliance: Prepared technical documentation for submission to Technical Safety British Columbia (TSBC).
This project strengthens Airy Point’s role as a trusted engineering partner for UBC EWS, providing technical expertise in system evaluation and regulatory compliance.
FortisBC Energy Inc. Station Capacity Upgrade Studies (2024)
FortisBC Energy Inc. (FEI) operates natural gas transmission and distribution systems throughout British Columbia. Airy Point Engineering Services was engaged to evaluate four pressure control and measurement stations under an active Master Service Agreement (MSA).
Scope of Work:
- Site Evaluation: Conducted thorough investigations into each site's future process and capacity requirements.
- Capacity & Reliability Analysis: Equipment and infrastructure evaluated for long-term use, considering equipment operating life, capacity, and compliance with FEI design standards.
- Engineering & Design Scope Definition: Prepared detailed reports outlining required future investments for long-term site reliability, including:
- Mechanical, civil, electrical, and pipeline engineering scope
- Fabrication and construction approach
- Detailed engineering design scope
- Cost Estimating: Provided budget estimates for engineering, materials, and construction work.
Airy Point Engineering provided expert insights and strategic solutions to support FEI in achieving long-term infrastructure reliability and compliance with industry standards.
Metro Vancouver Regional District Commodity Line System Upgrades (2023)
The Metro Vancouver Regional District (MVRD) operates the Annacis Island Waste Water Treatment Plant (AIWWTP) in Delta British Columbia. Airy Point Engineering was engaged to upgrade the Commodity Line system to improve material delivery pressure for the adjacent research center.
Scope of Work:
- System Evaluation: Assessed system requirements and existing equipment.
- Design Upgrades: Detailed engineering design for system performance improvements, including:
- Piping arrangement modifications
- Back pressure control valves
- Commodity flow recycle piping
- Construction Support: Prepared for construction phase, ensuring compliance with engineering and system requirements.
Airy Point Engineering provided strategic solutions to enhance system performance and support MVRD in achieving reliable material delivery for research projects.