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In the world of new projects and turnarounds, success hinges on meticulous planning and execution. One often-overlooked but crucial step in this process is the commissionability review, a comprehensive desktop pre-installation review of all contract documents. This includes lay-out drawings, schematics, schedules, specifications, and more. The goal? To ensure that all systems are not only capable of being commissioned but also that they can be done so effectively and efficiently.

What is a Commissionability review?

A commissionability review is a proactive approach to identifying and addressing potential challenges before they impact your project. It involves a thorough examination of the project's design and specifications to ensure they align with commissioning requirements. By scrutinizing these elements early on, you can identify any gaps or issues that could hinder the commissioning process down the line.

How does it benefit your project?

1. Cost Savings: Identifying and resolving commissioning issues during the pre-planning stage can lead to significant cost savings. By addressing potential problems early, you can avoid costly rework and delays during the construction and commissioning phase.
2. Time Efficiency: A commissionability review streamlines the commissioning and turnover process by identifying potential bottlenecks and inefficiencies upfront. Eliminating delays and ensure that your project stays on track, from the very start.
3. Quality Assurance: By ensuring that all systems are commissionable, you can enhance the overall quality and performance of your project. This can lead to fewer issues post-construction and a more satisfied end user.
4. Risk Mitigation: A commissionability review helps mitigate the risk of project delays and cost overruns by identifying and addressing potential issues early. This can help avoid costly disputes and litigation down the line.
5. Compliance: Ensuring that your project meets all commissioning requirements is essential for compliance with industry standards and regulations. A commissionability review can help you identify any gaps in compliance and address them proactively.

In conclusion, a commissionability review is a valuable tool that can help ensure the success of your construction project. By identifying and addressing potential issues early, you can save time, money, and headaches down the line. So, why wait? Connect with Sancon to incorporate a commissionability review into your pre-planning process today and unlock the full potential of your project.

Commissioning engineering is the backbone of any successful project, ensuring that systems are installed, tested and operating according to the client's requirements. It encompasses a range of critical tasks, including planning, procedure development, schedule development, project execution estimates and vendor management. At Sancon Commissioning, we are specialists in commissioning engineering, delivering better project outcomes in every partnership we undertake.

Planning for success

The key to successful commissioning engineering lies in meticulous planning. This involves identifying project requirements, establishing clear goals and objectives, and developing a comprehensive plan including a dynamic RACI to achieve them. At Sancon, we work closely with our clients to understand their needs and develop tailored commissioning plans that meet their specific requirements.

Procedure development

Developing detailed procedures is essential for ensuring that commissioning activities are carried out efficiently and effectively. This includes defining test protocols, establishing acceptance criteria, and documenting all activities. Our team of experts at Sancon has extensive experience in procedure development, ensuring that every step of the commissioning process is carefully planned and executed.

Schedule development

A well-defined schedule is crucial for keeping a project on track and ensuring that commissioning activities are completed in a timely manner. At Sancon, our team are specialists at establishing detailed schedules that outline key milestones and deadlines, allowing our clients to track progress in real-time and anticipate any potential delays.

Project execution estimates

Accurate project execution estimates are essential for budgeting and resource planning. Our team at Sancon has the expertise to develop realistic estimates based on factors such as project complexity, scope and timeline.

Vendor management

Coordinating with vendors is a critical aspect of commissioning engineering, ensuring that all equipment and materials meet specifications and are delivered on time. At Sancon, we have established relationships with trusted vendors, allowing us to effectively manage the procurement process and ensure that all project requirements are met.

Mike Wall has joined Sancon's Commissioning team in the role of USA Operations Manager, bringing with him 39 years of experience from ExxonMobil. Sancon, a dynamic force in the energy industry, is thrilled to have Mike on board to drive operational excellence in Texas and beyond.

With his outstanding business acumen and proven leadership in commissioning management, Mike is well-equipped to lead Sancon's USA operations. His extensive experience on large oil and gas projects around the world has honed his skills in project execution and CSU, making him a valuable addition to the team.

In a statement, Sancon expressed their excitement about Mike joining the team, highlighting his skills and competencies that precede him. They believe that under Mike's leadership, Sancon will continue to thrive and achieve great success.

Mike Wall also shared his enthusiasm about joining Sancon, stating, "I am excited to be part of Sancon and contribute to its growth and success. The opportunity to lead the USA operations is a challenge I look forward to, and I am confident that together, we will achieve great things."

Sancon Commissioning is known for its top-tier commissioning services, delivered by a dedicated team of experts who thrive on challenges. Their commitment to meeting the highest standards of quality and efficiency has earned them a reputation as a trusted partner in the energy industry.

As Mike Wall takes on his new role as USA Operations Manager at Sancon, the company looks forward to his leadership and the positive impact he will bring to their operations. Congratulations to Mike on his new role, and here's to a successful journey ahead with Sancon Commissioning.

About Sancon

Sancon Commissioning is a Sancon Commissioning is a dynamic force in the energy industry, specializing in delivering top-tier commissioning services. Our dedicated team of experts thrives on challenges, ensuring that every project we undertake meets the highest standards of quality and efficiency.

Calgary, Alta., January 29, 2024 — Sancon Commissioning, a leading force in commissioning solutions, proudly announces a significant milestone in its partnership with Advando Americas. In a strategic move to deepen collaboration and enhance synergies between the two organizations, Sancon Commissioning is delighted to announce opening its head office doors to the Advando Americas team.

This innovative step marks a new chapter in the relationship between Sancon Commissioning and Advando Americas, reflecting a commitment to fostering an environment of collaboration, innovation, and shared success. By sharing physical office space, the two companies aim to create a dynamic hub that facilitates seamless communication, idea exchange, and joint decision-making.

The shared office space will serve as a collaborative hub where teams from both organizations can work side by side, promoting real-time collaboration on projects, and encouraging the exchange of ideas and expertise. This proximity is expected to streamline communication channels, further enhance project efficiency, and solidify the foundation for future joint initiatives.

Advando Americas brings a wealth of experience and innovation to the shared space, complementing Sancon Commissioning's commitment to delivering cutting-edge commissioning solutions. The collaboration will leverage the strengths of both companies to address industry challenges and capitalize on emerging opportunities.

Sancon Commissioning and Advando Americas are confident that this strategic initiative will not only enhance the operational efficiency of both organizations but will also set a benchmark for collaborative partnerships within the industry.

For more information on Sancon Commissioning and Advando Americas, please visit www.sanconltd.com and www.advandogroup.com

About Sancon Commissioning

Sancon Commissioning is a dynamic force in the energy industry, specializing in delivering top-tier commissioning services. Our dedicated team of experts thrives on challenges, ensuring that every project we undertake meets the highest standards of quality and efficiency.

For Media Inquiries

Heinz Inabnit

Chief Development Officer

heinzinabnit@sanconltd.com

403-968-9644

A Catalyst for Cost-Efficiency and Elevated Performance

In the field of commissioning, quality isn't just a buzzword—it's the secret weapon that catapults projects from good to great!

At Sancon, we embody the belief: "Quality = Better Project Outcomes". This is not merely a tagline, but a foundational aspect deeply embedded in our ISO 9001 operational framework. Our commitment to detailed planning is designed to eliminate expensive errors and maximize the client's investment through cost-effectiveness and outstanding project performance.

Effective communication and collaboration are key to our quality approach, allowing us to align our activities with our client's vision while maintaining transparency with all stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle. Our dedication to continuous improvement means we capitalize on the insights gained from each commissioning engagement, allowing us to consistently refine our processes to deliver higher efficiencies.

Sancon's work ethic is rooted in the seamless integration of safety and quality, ensuring every team member on a project is safeguarded and risks are mitigated, leading to consistently positive outcomes. Our equipment testing and validation procedures are carefully structured to confirm that all systems function according to manufacturer and client standards, paving the way for consistent reliability and operational excellence.

As an industry leader in commissioning, we recognize each project and client requires a custom, scalable solution. Our policy of 'listening first' to clients' needs and leveraging our proven processes and commissioning expertise, has led us to be viewed as a quality project partner. By embedding quality into every decision, we deliver project execution that not only meets our client's immediate needs, but ensures enduring operational value.

At Sancon, our mantra "Better Project Outcomes" is founded in delivering quality commissioning.   With the Sancon standard of continuous refinement improvement that has led us to set new industry standards. We don't settle for the ordinary; we're in the business of executing the exceptional.

- Devon Mackenzie, HSEQ Manager 

November 1, 2023 (Calgary, AB) – Advando Americas, a leading provider of project management and consulting services in the energy sector, is thrilled to announce a strategic partnership with Sancon Commissioning, an esteemed organization known for its expertise in commissioning and project execution. This collaboration marks a significant milestone in the industry, empowering clients to seamlessly oversee their projects from inception through to commissioning, start-up, and lessons learned.

In an ever-evolving landscape, where effective project management is key to success, this strategic partnership aims to provide a comprehensive and integrated approach to project lifecycle support for turnarounds, capital projects, and work management processes within the energy sector.

A True Lifecycle Support System

Advando Americas and Sancon Commissioning’s partnership offers clients a true end-to-end solution. From the initial project planning stages at the premise level, all the way through commissioning and start-up, and finally into close-out and lessons learned, this collaboration ensures holistic management and control of every facet of a project.

A Commitment to People and Excellence

Chris Postill, Managing Director of Advando Americas, emphasizes that this partnership goes beyond just complementary services. “At the end of the day, it really boils down to culture. Sancon believes in their people. They invest in their development and future and genuinely care about their welfare. To me, everything starts and ends with people. They are the backbone, the brains, and the muscle behind the Advando brand. To me, a strategic partnership with Sancon is really about good people working with good people to provide a better service to clients and to provide a better option for the industry.

Together, we are achieving Better Project Outcomes through People, Methodology, and Technology,” Arjen Elderson, CEO of Advando Group, wholeheartedly agrees with Postill and adds, “This partnership strengthens our position in North America and offers our mutual clients an unburdening partnership for their project controls.

Advando Americas and Sancon Commissioning are excited about the transformative potential this partnership holds for clients within the energy sector. By combining their expertise, methodology, and technology, they aim to set new industry standards for project lifecycle management.

“We are thrilled to announce this strategic partnership between Advando and Sancon Commissioning, which marks a significant milestone in our journey to provide innovative solutions to the industry.

Together, we will usher in a new era of efficiency and excellence, setting the standard for cutting-edge technology and unparalleled service in our field.” – Heinz Inabnit, Sancon’s Chief Development Officer.

About Advando Americas

Advando Americas is a leading project management and consulting firm specializing in providing comprehensive solutions for the energy sector. With a commitment to delivering solutions through People, Methodology, and Technology, Advando Americas empowers clients to achieve excellence in project execution.

About Sancon Commissioning

Sancon Commissioning is a renowned name in the commissioning and project execution industry. With a focus on holistic project management, Sancon Commissioning provides clients with the expertise and support needed to successfully complete projects, from inception through operations and maintenance, continually fulfilling and offering Better Project Outcomes.

For media inquiries, please contact:
Arjen Elderson – CEO Advando Group, Info@advandogroup.com

Heinz Inabnit – CDO Sancon Commissioning, heinzinabnit@sanconltd.com

Project name: Topside M&R Station Rebuild Project

Company/Client name: Enbridge 

Start date - End date: June 4, 2022 -September 30, 2022

Location: Knoxville, TN, USA

Scope of work: This project consists of commissioning and start-up activities of measurement and recording station; three metering skids, buildings and a gas chromatograph, main distribution panels and additional circuits, small UPS’s, analyzers, valve positioned set-up, transmitter calibrations, PSV and process piping.

Key people and roles: Brandon Andrews, project manager; Tony Scudder, electrical lead and Clinton Barter, instrumentation lead.

Safety statistics: No incidents 

By Mike Bowes

With the return to a ‘new normal,’ we must address the new fault lines in the project delivery world. The Sancon mission statement to generate “Better Project Outcomes” requires a focus on ensuring we continue to meet the resource requests of our client base – and to continue to develop, maintain, retain, value our greatest asset – our human resources.

The recent pause in activity due to the pandemic and the now expanding project pace have impacted the current paradigm. Departures from the workforce, the loss of skilled tradesmen to retirement, reluctance to travel, alternative employment, combined with pressure on rates and compensation by project owners and declining entry into the technical skilled trades have caused an ‘imperfect’ storm. An environment where the traditional strategies and rules do not meet the business climate. Projects are struggling to staff and resource at most levels and the pool of experienced, quality labor is diminishing.. One of the outcomes to come from an updated, tailored resource management plan is a risk reduction on the resource side.

Sancon is well-positioned to meet these challenges. Recognizing the emerging problem, building a resource plan, and acting with full understanding of the elements that drive ‘Better Project Outcomes’ are important steps in developing the strategy required.

Key elements:

• Integrated approach to Health, Safety and Wellness - continuing to foster a safety-first environment and building on systems that have allowed Sancon to have a zero lost-time to injury since start-up in 2006. Be known as a safe place to work. And building on that, be known as a ‘healthy’ place to work. Foster on the wellness and health of staff, not just safe practices, and systems.
• Compensation – make sure your rates and compensation are attractive and value the work performed. Be an employer of choice based on rates and allowances. This will mean tough conversations with clients at times, but you must recognize that to be competitive in the emerging environment you have to pay fairly. Further organization need to adjust and learn to pay to recruit and retain the best talent. Clients may be able to find a cheaper sticker price, but the key to Sancon’s business model is developing trust and partnership with clients that provides a return on investment for our clients.
• Development – factoring into retention and recruitment both is the competency development and career progression opportunities. Sancon has well-established, ISO-based processes and procedures that support the development of staff. Whether PMI training for leadership or technical cut sheets for field staff, Sancon strives to provide development streams for staff and is known for the resulting quality of its workforce.
• Retention – Sancon stresses employee retention and the use of preferred subcontractors. Sancon differentiates itself from its competitors by providing consistent and returning staffing to clients – we are not a ‘head shop.’ We provide bonus pools, ability to progress, repeatable client-based assignments, and incentives to retain staff at all levels, from field to leadership.

The changes in resource availability and the disappearance of the long-service trades people are already upon us. Team Sancon recognizes the importance of executing a consistent and coordinated strategy to meet this challenge. We will carry this out in cooperation with our key clients, staff, and stakeholders. We strive to drive “Better Project Outcomes’ – the path here is to build on the outstanding quality we have currently in-house and to recruit, develop and retain the necessary support we see going forward. We want to be an employer of choice – promoting wellness and safety, paying well, providing the opportunities to develop and progress in your career – all while being a fun place to work. We are building out our team – do not be afraid to submit your resume through www.sanconltd.com/careers

Calgary, AB (May 10, 2022)  – Sancon Commissioning is proud to announce its inaugural charity golf tournament on September 14, 2022 at Blue Devil golf course. This golf tournament is an opportunity for Sancon’s and its corporate partners to support Big Brothers Big Sisters of Calgary and Area (BBBS), a youth mentorship program. 

“As industry leaders, Sancon needs to be a leader within the community we operate in,” said Heinz Inabnit, Chief Development Officer, Sancon. “We firmly believe in mentorship and investing in the next generation of leaders as a way to further innovate the energy sector.”

The golf tournament is scheduled to start at 1:00 p.m. with a full round of golf with various contest holes and wrapping up around 7:30 p.m. with dinner and awards. The main goal of this event is to raise funds for BBBS’s and its mentorship programs for young people facing adversity. 

Sancon invites all clients, vendors and corporate partners to participate in this event by registering a team or becoming a hole sponsor. 

For more information about the golf tournament, to register a team or learn more about sponsorship opportunities, please click here.

About Sancon

With over 15 years of experience and commissioning expertise, Sancon specializes in developing commissioning workplans for pre-commissioning, commissioning and project start-up.  Since its inception, Sancon has been able to clearly demonstrate how effective its fully integrated and comprehensive commissioning solutions have made an impact on their clients’ bottom line.

For more information about Sancon and its service offerings, please visit its website at www.sancontld.com

Media Contact

Heinz Inabnit

HeinzInabnit@sanconltd.com

403-567-8826

One of Sancon’s best assets are its people, Sancon is invested in their training and personal growth to ensure our people are project ready and equipped with the skills to deliver #BetterProjectOutcomes.

“Our mandate has always been to be the best in the commissioning world, and staying up-to-date with training is a major component of that success,” said Heinz Inabnit, Chief Development Officer of Sancon. “Being project ready and delivering smart solutions to our clients has allowed us to become the commissioning specialists of choice.”

Here is a list of some of the training Sancon invests in:

• Intermediate Hands-On Training for the Application & Testing of Electro-Mechanical & Microprocessor Relay – Doble Certified 
• Protection Suite Training - Doble Certified
• Profibus PA Engineer 
• Project Management Professional (PMP)
• Commissioning and Quality Assurance and Control of Solar PV systems 
• Client Specific Battery storage systems
• Multiple Specialized Industry/client equipment commissioning and setup training 
• BSI Internal ISO 9001 Auditor 
• MS Project, Primavera P6 training
• Leadership for Safety Excellence
• Full suite of HSEQ Compliance

#TeamSancon also implements project specific training requirements to meet our clients needs and to ensure our boots on the ground are ready prior to mobilization.