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We work closely with our clients in the development of downstream, midstream and upstream projects.
the phase Upstream it is characterized by the activities of searching, identifying and locating oil sources, as well as the transport of this extracted oil to the refineries, where it will be processed. In short, they are exploration, drilling and production activities.
the phase Midstream it is that raw materials (hydrocarbons) are transformed into ready-to-use products (gasoline, diesel, kerosene, LPG, naphtha, lubricating oil, …). These are the refining activities.
Downstream it is the logistical phase, that is, the transport of products from the refinery to the places of consumption. It is summarized in the transport, distribution and commercialization of petroleum derivatives.
In this way, we contribute to the design, manufacturing monitoring and installation of primary subassemblies in the 3 phases mentioned, such as Vessels, columns, heat exchangers, piping, tanks, Christmas trees, diving silos, hyperbaric chambers, heaters, coolers, coolers, evaporator reactors, mixers, centrifuges.
Our collaboration goes through several project phases in pulp and paper plants including initial conceptual study, basic engineering, construction management support and detailed engineering work of the plant's balance equipment (EEP). In a less integrated sense, we are also able to develop an effluent collection and treatment system, a multi-effect evaporation system, Turpentine Separation and Collection systems, methanol burning lance, atomized bivouacs, distributor and stripper trays, conveyor screws. We represent the American company CEM, – a manufacturer of wood chippers, recognized as having superior product quality, with an extensive line serving various production capacities, notably noted for its specialization in the precise production of chips for pulp.
One of the most important issues in Brazil is the subject of Basic Sanitation. Until last year, 50% of the population continued without sewage collection and only 84% of the population had access to water supply.
Basic sanitation has a significant influence on the health, quality of life and social and economic development of the population.
When the subject is the lack of sanitation services, it is possible to mention the absence of treated water, sewage collection and treatment, garbage collection and rainwater drainage. The precarious situation of these systems can generate a serious public health problem, the main reason being exposure to viruses, bacteria and unhealthy conditions.
Guided by many discussions, conversations, pros and cons, the new Sanitation framework presents significant changes to the panorama in question, namely: mandatory performance targets and universalization of services in contracts, regionalization of sanitation services, considerable changes in its regulation, encouragement of competition and privatization, seeking to attract private investments and reduce the nationalization of the sector over time.
BPIE, joins in this transformation, and with its highly qualified professionals, can support its customers in projects of modular water treatment plant, reverse osmosis systems, compact pre-treatment systems. It can also, in a unique way, design screw pumps, grids and sieves, flocculators, sludge removers, among others.
The downturn in the naval sector dates back to the post-2014 period, when several shipyards were closed across the country affected by the political and Petrobras crisis. On the other hand, the atmosphere was one of optimism in the last nautical fairs, which leads us to a positive expectation in the coming years.
The most experienced naval engineers participating in BPIE have the capacity to support our market in this expected growth. Our team has tools such as Autocad (vessel dimensioning projects), Shipflow (specialized in fluid dynamics), Wamit (hydrodynamic analysis through the study of wave interactions with offshore platforms and other structures or vessels) and Maxsurf (tool is focused on for three-dimensional hull modeling, performing intact stability calculations, probabilistic damage and structural calculations)
The generation of wind energy in Brazil is experiencing accelerated growth due to the scarcity of water that has plagued the country in recent years, making wind farms assume a leading role in the composition of the Brazilian energy matrix. According to data published on the website of the Brazilian Association of Wind Energy (ABEEólica), Brazil currently has a total of 568 wind farms, with an installed capacity of 14.34 GW which means the greatest growth within the country's energy matrix.
According to the last 10-year plan published, it is estimated that Brazil will have an installed capacity of 28.5 GW by 2026, with a growth rate of 1.1 to 2 GW per year. Part of this capacity is already under construction, as a result of auctions held in recent years and contracts signed in the free market.
And others will come.
Our potential customers need much more realistic control of energy production capacity. Having a perfect energy production yield planning is vital for the financial calculation of the project. Accurately auditing requires an experienced and capable team. Our professionals are renowned executives in the area in question. To participate in bids/bids, we support developers to define the most accurate investment cost in the operation of wind farms and be able to participate in auctions in a sustainable way. We also participate in the execution of the preventive maintenance plan when the project allows.
We work in the phases of pre- and post-construction analysis, environmental impact, site adequacy, service life extension. Hybrid storage solutions, mesoscale, among other project topics.
Energy by thermal source or simply thermoelectric or thermoelectric, is an industrial installation used for the generation of electric energy, through a process that releases energy by burning some type of renewable or non-renewable fuel.
The main heat sources used in this type of plant are: bagasse, wood, fuel oil, diesel oil, natural gas, natural coal and enriched uranium. Although the energy production process is practically the same, according to the fuel used, the plant is called: oil plant, coal plant, nuclear plant and gas plant. We know that this type of energy source production is a strategic resource, as it serves as a backup for energy generation in the event of climatic crises (drought), problems in the distribution network or even an unprojected peak in demand.
About 50 thermoelectric plants are spread across several Brazilian states. However, even when operating at full capacity, they generate about 15 thousand MW of energy (Megawatts), that is, 7.5% of the total. solids in turbines and heat exchangers in these systems. The correct maintenance of the chemical quality of the water used for steam generation is vital for the perfect operation of this system. In this context, our specialists can help in the calculation of risk and system reliability using iDOP (integrated digital optimization process), using sensors and artificial intelligence. We can assist our customers in monitoring the phases below or even designing the subsets:
We know that photovoltaic solar energy is the conversion of light energy from the sun into electrical energy by photovoltaic effect, through photovoltaic cells. The photovoltaic effect is the creation of electrical voltage or electrical current in a material by its exposure to sunlight, resulting in the development of electrical voltage between two electrodes. Photovoltaic cells are solid-state electrical devices that convert sunlight into electrical energy, which is used together forming the solar boards used in the plants. This technology, despite having the advantage of being a clean energy production, with very low maintenance, with solar panels evolving rapidly in terms of technology, takes advantage of remote and uninhabitable places, has some challenges that our engineers can support, such as :
Using the most modern digital tools, BPIE supports its customers in the most different and complex problems in the energy generation segment, specifically hydroelectric, with the main objective of reducing costs and managing risks. Our energy matrix has 70% of concentration in the area of hydroelectric power generation. If we consider that 32% of our installed park has been in use for more than 40 years and that interruptions in operation in this installed base are quite frequent, we see a great opportunity for improvement.
As we know, the lack of predictability involving natural factors results in several risks for the operation. The abrasion of the blades as a result of contact with sediment and the intense volume of filter changes, among other problems, also cause important losses in productivity, generating more corrective maintenance and/or changes in the investment plan and preventive maintenance. This loss decreases the turbine's hydraulic efficiency.
Our technical advice consists of identifying, developing and implementing processes and programs that give sustainability to the investment and, at the same time, safety in energy production. Our team is prepared to support the development of the project or part of its subsets. We are also prepared to support the efficiency of the process, whether with sources such as natural gas or mineral coal. In the case of natural gas, assess whether the calorific value is at its expected yield and the dispersion of pollutants remains at the expected low levels.
In the case of coal, evaluate the process and installation in order to keep the operation safe in relation to leakage, as the disposal of this technology is very harmful to health and needs to be monitored and controlled.
We are CEM Machine representatives in Brazil. CEM is the manufacturer of Ultra Chip™, the Wood Chipping Machine capable of producing pulp stocks through CEM Machine's unique Wood Microchip Processor.
Pulp and Paper Equipment / Choppers
International Engineering Consulting
International Engineering Consulting
Vacuum and Ultra Vacuum Specialization
Inspection of Industrial Platforms and Ships
Digital Tools for Engineering
Brazilian Association of Industrial Engineering
We are concerned with producing simpler solutions for complex projects in an integrated or independent way. O BPIE diagram , exposes our flexibility in solving such problems in the view of EPCs (Engineering, Manufacturing, Assembly and maintenance), seeking to create and develop projects in each of its phases, supporting our customers to execute their projects, whether they are related to equipment, subassemblies or entire production lines or oil exploration platforms and finally, optimize maintenance plans in order to keep your processes more sustainable.
Through a set of digital tools, BPIE is able to recommend to its customers the best and different solutions for the set of assets of its customers.