Overview

This event will deliver an overview of the function, content, timing and use of block flow diagrams, process flow diagrams, process and instrumentation diagrams and equipment sketches for specification and procurement.

It also outlines the use of these drawings by other professions and for the multiple safety assessments typically undertaken during the early stages of design/construction.

Chemical/process engineers produce many drawings during the early stages of a plants design and construction. The extent, interrelationships and functions of these drawings however is usually not obvious to students and young graduates working in isolated situations.

Speakers

Earl Hutchinson, Midlands Member Group Committee Member and Past Chair, IChemE 

Over 40 years of experience in chemical engineering, most of which has been in the design and construction of chemical plant. During this time, Earl has been assigned many student/young graduate engineers who were unaware of the complexity of the design process. He has been lead engineer on multiple design projects; fine chemicals, bulk fibre, pharmaceutical and nuclear with a range of companies and job titles.

PM Group

PM Group is an employee owned, international project delivery company operating across Europe, the USA and Asia. It has a 50+ year track record in project management, process design, facility design and construction management for leading multinational companies. Leaders in the pharmaceutical, food, mission critical, medtech and advanced manufacturing sectors, PM Group prides itself on technical expertise and working closely with clients to develop innovative solutions for complex projects.

The material presented at this event has not been peer-reviewed. Any opinions are the presenter's own and do not necessarily represent those of IChemE or the Midlands Members Group. The information is given in good faith but without any liability on the part of IChemE.