Turnarounds
for refineries and manufacturing plants can be very costly. Expensive equipment
and extra manpower are necessary to conduct the various repairs, inspections,
and maintenance. Furthermore, shutdowns tend to last a few weeks, halting
production and therefore decreasing revenue.
Due to the
potential consequences that comes with a turnaround, it is vital for the
management team to be able to execute the following phases properly and
efficiently:
Developing a
Strategy
Turnarounds are planned months, even years in advance.
Developing a good strategy and figuring out the goals needed to be achieved
during the shutdown will help cut down costs and time.
Preparing Schedules
and Logistics
Details can make or break a project. Tasks such as
coordinating each team’s responsibilities, overseeing schedules, and contacting
vendors that provide necessities like emergency fuel services should be ironed
out before the next phase.
Carrying Out the
Plan’s Execution
To carry out the plan successfully, the schedule must
be updated daily to ensure that all tasks are completed on time and all
employees remain in the loop in case of changes.
Return to
Production
After testing is finished, the equipment is inspected
and used by operations personnel before being given the final seal of approval.
Evaluation
The final phase requires a thorough review of the
budget spent and as well as the assessment of strengths and weaknesses found in
each area. The information and experience gathered from the evaluation process
can be used to create a more effective strategy and therefore improve future
turnarounds.
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