procurement

A practical guide for chemical plant engineers on evaluating new equipment vendors. Learn why fabricated equipment is a safe starting point, key evaluation steps, and how to build reliable supplier relationships.

Discover why equipment cost estimates in chemical plants often fail. Learn 5 common pitfalls of using past data and how to build more reliable budgets.

Discover how to account for labor costs in Owner’s Engineering. Learn why man-hours matter, how to estimate engineering fees, and strategies to link project investment with staffing needs.

Learn how to quickly estimate the cost of chemical equipment using the Six-Tenths Rule. A simple and useful method for chemical engineers and plant designers.

Learn the differences between General Contractor and Separate Contract models in EPC projects. Ideal for plant engineers handling chemical plant construction and project execution.

Learn how to estimate chemical plant costs easily using the Lang Factor method. Perfect for beginners in chemical engineering and project planning.

Learn how to make simple cost estimates for chemical plant projects. This beginner-friendly guide walks through an easy example using a pump installation.

Learn what “DB” (Dia-Inch) means in chemical plant piping. A simple guide for beginners explaining how it helps estimate workload and compare pipe tasks.