ADDED VALUE ENGINEERING CONSULTANTS
Engineering in Sandton

We will perform our services under the traditional contracts such as reimbursable or lump sum services, but we are also ready for partnership, long-term alliances or other methods for sharing risk and reward. We provide a range of services to the refinery, petrochemical, process, mineral and metals industries, all tailored to meet individual client requirements. Our clients vary from large multinationals contemplating major expansion to small businesses who need a minor problem solved. Complete range of process design, conceptual engineering, basic and detailed engineering support, project controls and management and procurement support, we also OFFER consulting services such as plant or project audits, troubleshooting, value engineering facilitation and participations, HAZOP/risk studies and design reviews. We contribute in all phases of the life of a project from conceptual or pre-feasibility studies, including market research, project FINANCE, economic analyses all the way to commissioning assistance. Particular expertise in the hydrocarbon and petrochemical industry. Our Process engineering excellence is based on a solid foundation of knowledge and experience in the form of technical files, databases, computer programmes, records and personal experience. This is SUPPLEMENTED by literature searches and dialogue with research organisations and this positions our people at the forefront of modern, up-to-date technology. An experienced project manager leads a project, providing the four essentials of project management, planning, direction, co-ordination and control. Highly experienced process engineers provide support to other disciplines of engineering, in all phases of a project. Throughout a project all design data, drawings, etc. are subjected to a thorough multi-discipline review and checking procedure as part of our quality management system. The extent of deliverables depends on the status of the project. Conceptual capital and/or operating cost estimates are supported by preliminary information but as the required detail and accuracy of the estimate increases, more detailed design drawings, specifications or supplier information is included. AVEC's commitment to supporting our client's business objectives means that we always try to respond appropriately to requests for our services or assistance. We are not encumbered by the mindset of 'doing what we have always done, because that seemed to work in the past'. All our work is performed to the high standards of auditability and accountability required. We offer a range of services from feasibility studies, through the various engineering phases, to construction and commissioning support. In addition, we can provide consulting services such as plant or project audits, troubleshooting, value engineering facilitation and participation. We have many contract types from lump sum professional services through to cost-plus reimbursable projects. We believe in risk and reward contracting with incentives and would be pleased to discuss bonus/penalty scenarios on any potential contracts.