When it comes to constructing your industrial plant, many plant managers aren’t sure why they should choose a modular skid-mounted system over traditional stick-built method. Many operators believe that skid-mounted systems are only a short-term or temporary solution. However, in this article, we’ll uncover several primary advantages that place packaged, skid-mounted equipment ahead of traditional systems. So, let’s read on to learn how modular process skids can serve as permanent equipment in your manufacturing plant.
Perfectly Designed for Most Plants
The compact and mobile footprint of skid-mounted systems, along with their reduced costs, makes them a go-to option for many plants. The modular skid-built approach provides the flexibility you need, so make sure to choose the type of functionality your plant requires. The plug-in functionality allows for adaptability in both new and existing setups.
Modularized Construction
Skid-mounted systems are inherently modular, providing the flexibility to select the modules that best match the needs of your processing facility. This includes temperature regulation, filtration, moisture removal, and more. A skid-built system enables you to customize your industrial plant, its layout, and its equipment.
Smaller Floor Space Requirement
Evaluating ground space options is essential in industrial plants. Often, large fuel compressors and other equipment consume vast amounts of space, making it challenging to add new equipment. However, skid-built units have a compact layout and are significantly more space-efficient than traditional systems. The modular skid-mounted systems, with their smaller footprints, eliminate unnecessary components that may not be applicable in your plant.
Cost-Efficient
Cost is a critical factor to consider for any engineering project. Skid-mounted equipment provides a robust and less expensive alternative to traditional stick-built methods. It allows you to pay only for the components you need, significantly reducing upfront and overhead investments in the system.
Easy Integration
One of the most significant benefits of skid-built units is their quick integration process. If you have an existing operational plant, you might wonder if skid-mounted systems can be beneficial. Their compact nature allows skid-mounted equipment to easily fit into your plant.
Faster Time to Market
Time to market is a vital product development metric for any business. The preparation and design of process systems occur simultaneously, resulting in faster turnaround times for your projects. The skid-mounted system arrives at your facility fully assembled and tested, enabling a shorter time to market and a quicker return on investment.
Portability
Skid-mounted systems facilitate easy and secure transportation. They come with integrated frames that hold the processing system as a single unit. Skid-built units can be moved to the desired location or connected to existing machinery, often with a single-point process setup.
Conclusion
As business requirements evolve, it can be beneficial for processes to change, relocate, or even move to other production facilities. A skid-built system maximizes the customer’s ability to relocate the system as needed. If you’re looking for skid design services for your industrial plant, consider hiring a company that adheres to industry codes and standards.
by: Judith Morrison
Morimatsu Dialog provide one-stop technical and fabrication solutions for process modules and skids, offshore topside modules, core process and pressure equipment, heat exchangers, and more.
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