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From Estimates to Reality: Making Reliable Budgets for Plant Equipment Purchases

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.
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Understanding Labor Costs in Owner’s Engineering: Estimating the Hidden Factor in Project 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.
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How to Estimate Equipment Cost with the Six-Tenths Rule (for Beginners)

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.
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Understanding General Contractors and Separate Contracts in EPC Projects

Learn the differences between General Contractor and Separate Contract models in EPC projects. Ideal for plant engineers handling chemical plant construction and project execution.
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Using the Lang Factor Method for Quick Cost Estimation in Chemical Plants

Learn how to use the Lang Factor method for quick cost estimation in chemical plants. Understand its applications, typical values, and limitations to make better engineering decisions.
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Understanding Cost Estimates in Plant Design: A Simple Example for Beginners

Learn how to make simple cost estimates for chemical plant projects. This beginner-friendly guide walks through an easy example using a pump installation.
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What Is “DB” in Chemical Plants? Understanding the Dia-Inch Estimation Unit

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.