Feasibility Studies
- Project Scope Document
- Master Project Schedule
- Multiple Layout Options
- Performed by Industry-Experienced Engineers
- Defines Capital Requirements
- Provides Equipment Options
- Plant As-Built Drawings
- Establishes Base for Engineering Design
Overview
The focus in today's market place is to maximize the utilization of capital investments. Barry-Wehmiller Design Group specializes in recommending optimum solutions to packaging challenges. Whether the investment includes purchasing a new production line, consolidating packaging operations or upgrading existing production facilities, Barry-Wehmiller Design Group can provide a strategic action plan for developing the best and most cost-effective solution for your production needs.
The feasibility study begins with a thorough examination of the existing facility, including as-built drawings and in-depth discussions with plant and engineering personnel. This allows our project engineering team to fully understand the concerns and challenges of the specific production environment.
The engineering study includes a project scope document which outlines all assumptions and design criteria, including raw materials, machine centers, operators and production shifts. The extensive experience of Barry-Wehmiller Design Group in packaging equipment provides the foundation for designing multiple layout options, utilizing proven technology. Each line layout option optimizes the available production area, utilizing the tools of our extensive CAD database software.
Barry-Wehmiller Design Group can provide technical specifications for mechanical and electrical systems, using highly efficient production equipment. Based on the outlined technical specifications, alternative vendor quotations are provided for each machine center. In addition, Barry-Wehmiller Design Group will provide installation specifications for quality assurance and adherence to local, state and national codes. Installation cost estimates are supported by quotations from quality installation contractors specializing in the packaging industry.
Also included in the feasibility study is an estimate of the utility consumption for each equipment center, including air, carbon dioxide, nitrogen, water, steam and power. This allows precise verification of the support systems required to accommodate the proposed design. Furthermore, Barry-Wehmiller Design Group has extensive experience in specifying support systems, including water treatment, refrigeration, carbon dioxide, compressed air, steam and sanitary process.
The engineering package is completed with a summary of capital expenditure requirements to meet the packaging goals outlined. This is supplemented with a master project schedule which outlines critical project milestones.
In summary, a feasibility study from Barry-Wehmiller Design Group will provide the basis for your capital investment strategy. Proper planning and evaluation up front will provide the foundation for your project, with the ultimate benefit being a highly efficient and cost-effective packaging solution.
Let us put our complete package to work for you.
Barry-Wehmiller Design Group, Inc., 8020 Forsyth Boulevard, St. Louis, MO 63105. Tel: 314-862-8000; Fax: 314-862-2921.