Scope of Work:

Armstrong International is responsible for the operation and maintenance of the steam generation assets. Armstrong’s site supervisor will be responsible for management of (6) on-site operators, providing energy management expertise, and developing cost reduction opportunities.

The peak steaming capabilities are 130,000 pph.

Upgrade Projects:

Pursuant to its responsibilities, Armstrong provided the following upgrade projects:

Blowdown Heat Recovery Installation
Survey, database, repair, and replace of the Steam Trap Population
Complete insulation upgrade installation
Installed a HVAC system demand control system
Upgraded air handling unit controls system
Reduced overall steam demand allowing shutdown of a boiler
Reduced required steam pressure
Upgraded cooling water system controls
Optimized boiler combustion
Automated chilled water plant

Contract:

Total value of this Agreement $3,800,000.

Time of Service:

3 year Operations and Maintenance Agreement began September 2003. Contract was extended through 2011 from 2003 start date.

Benefits:

Armstrong provided on-site expertise that has lowered the site’s operating costs, significantly reduced energy usage, developed appropriate back-up and emergency processes, and improved the knowledge-base and morale of site operators.