Practical Engineering for Water & Wastewater Infrastructure
We work with municipal utilities, industrial contractors, and equipment suppliers on projects involving process equipment, mechanical systems, pressure piping, structural modifications, and electrical, instrumentation, and controls integration.
Our experience includes brownfield facility upgrades, equipment replacement, piping modifications, and engineering support for construction and installation activities.
We understand that Water & Wastewater infrastructure projects often involve working within operating facilities, managing existing conditions, and coordinating modifications around operational requirements.
Our approach emphasizes practical design solutions, clear communication, and engineering deliverables that support efficient project execution.
Brownfield Facility Modifications
- Pump Stations, Wastewater Treatment
- Existing Condition Assessments
- Existing Drawing Updates
- Equipment Upgrades
- Process assessments and Improvements
- Project Budget Development
Mechanical & Process
- 3D Modelling & Pipe Stress Analysis
- Pumps, Valves, Packaged Equipment, Supporting Systems
- Pressure Control and Overpressure Protection
- Pressure and Process Piping, Equipment Connections
- Drafting Fabrication Drawings, Layouts & Spool Drawings
- Testing & Inspection Requirements
- TSBC Submission Packages & Registration
Structural & Civil
- 3D Modelling and Stress Analysis
- Equipment Foundation and Support Design
- Steel and Concrete Structures
- Seismic Anchoring Specification
- Concrete Condition Assessments
- Testing and Inspection Requirements
Electrical, Instrumentation and Controls
- Power Supply 12/24VDC, up to 600VAC
- Instrumentation Specification and Integration
- Equipment Controls
- Monitoring and Measurement
- Control Panels, PLCs & SCADA Integration
Construction Support
- Field Reviews and On-Call Technical Support
- TSBC Owner's Inspector
- Owner’s Representative
- Quality Assurance Reporting
- Testing and Inspection Witness
- Record Drawing Preparation
Recent Projects:
Metro Vancouver Regional District Grit Pump Replacement (2025)
Metro Vancouver Regional District Sludge Thickener Overflow Box Condition Assessment (2025)
Metro Vancouver Regional District Sludge Thickener Overflow Box Condition Assessment (2025)
The Metro Vancouver Regional District (MVRD) operates the Iona Island Wastewater Treatment Plant (IIWWTP) in Richmond, British Columbia. Airy Point Engineering was engaged to develop a front-end engineering design (FEED) and cost estimate for the replacement and relocation of Grit Pump #1.
Scope of Work:
- Site Investigation & Design Basis: C
The Metro Vancouver Regional District (MVRD) operates the Iona Island Wastewater Treatment Plant (IIWWTP) in Richmond, British Columbia. Airy Point Engineering was engaged to develop a front-end engineering design (FEED) and cost estimate for the replacement and relocation of Grit Pump #1.
Scope of Work:
- Site Investigation & Design Basis: Conducted a site visit and developed a design strategy to replace the aging pump with a standardized model, improving accessibility and minimizing piping changes.
- Multidisciplinary Engineering Review: Evaluated mechanical, electrical, and civil infrastructure, including pump sizing, piping layout, MCC capacity, and structural support requirements.
- Redline Drawings & Documentation: Provided redlined drawings and technical documentation to support installation planning, including piping sections, P&IDs, and electrical schematics.
- Cost Estimating & Execution Planning: Delivered an AACE Class 4 estimate for engineering, materials, and installation, including budget pricing for equipment, piping, valves, and electrical components.
Airy Point Engineering provided strategic engineering support to help MVRD modernize critical infrastructure at IIWWTP, improving system reliability, maintainability, and operational efficiency.
Metro Vancouver Regional District Sludge Thickener Overflow Box Condition Assessment (2025)
Metro Vancouver Regional District Sludge Thickener Overflow Box Condition Assessment (2025)
Metro Vancouver Regional District Sludge Thickener Overflow Box Condition Assessment (2025)
The Metro Vancouver Regional District (MVRD) operates the Iona Island Wastewater Treatment Plant (IIWWTP) in Richmond, British Columbia. Airy Point Engineering was engaged to conduct a site visit and structural assessment of the sludge thickener overflow box to support repair planning.
Scope of Work:
- Site Investigation: Conducted a field re
The Metro Vancouver Regional District (MVRD) operates the Iona Island Wastewater Treatment Plant (IIWWTP) in Richmond, British Columbia. Airy Point Engineering was engaged to conduct a site visit and structural assessment of the sludge thickener overflow box to support repair planning.
Scope of Work:
- Site Investigation: Conducted a field review of the overflow box structure, including visual inspection of accessible concrete surfaces.
- Structural Assessment: Evaluated deterioration, cracking, and exposed rebar conditions; confirmed soundness of exterior concrete and identified inaccessible areas requiring further evaluation.
- Technical Reporting: Delivered a sealed technical memo outlining findings and recommending non-destructive testing (NDT) to assess internal wall conditions.
- Planning Support: Provided recommendations for next steps, including NDT methodologies and design considerations for future access openings.
Airy Point Engineering provided critical insights to support MVRD in planning safe and effective upgrades to the sludge thickener overflow box, helping reduce uncertainty and align future engineering work with operational constraints.
Metro Vancouver Regional District Commodity Line System Upgrades (2023)
Metro Vancouver Regional District Sludge Thickener Overflow Box Condition Assessment (2025)
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 requirement
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.
