Phased consulting and design for optimal manufacturing solutions. The capital delivery process for projects is not uniform among our clients. However, we believe everyone is best served when resources are deployed to maximize our client’s profitability. Depending on project size, risk, and client preference; the following steps can help maximize benefits:
During the “Conceptual Engineering” phase of project development, our clients are in the process of identifying alternative solutions to their manufacturing challenges.
Fourstep can assist by providing creative automation solutions with sufficient definition for a +/-50% cost estimate. These estimates can support the elimination of undesirable projects before excessive “exploration” costs are incurred. Only the most beneficial projects are developed further.
Below is a list of potential Fourstep Conceptual Engineering deliverables:
During the “Preliminary Engineering” phase, our clients have eliminated undesirable options and are refining one or two solutions identified during the “Conceptual” phase.
Fourstep can assist by providing Control Systems Engineering and Design with sufficient definition for a +/-25% cost estimate. These estimates can be used to justify further investment in a project.
Below is a list of potential Fourstep deliverables for this phase of a project:
During “Detailed Design”, precise specifications and drawings are finalized based on the Control System Engineering documentation and drawings developed during the “Preliminary” phase. To maximize client profitability, only one solution should be refined during this phase.
Fourstep can assist by providing precise Control Systems Engineering and Design with sufficient definition to provide a basis for +/-10% cost estimates. Deliverables from this phase are used for final Control System fabrication, testing, installation, commissioning and system support after project completion. Estimates from this phase can be used to provide a final justification for implementing a project or to validate construction and installation contractor bids.
Below is a list of potential Fourstep deliverables for “Detailed Design”.
For “Construction and Installation Deliverables” please visit our Construction and Installation page.
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