Controlled Upgrade of Existing Infrastructure
This project involved the removal of existing pipework and the installation of a new skid and associated pipework within a live industrial environment. The works required careful planning and sequencing to ensure existing systems were safely isolated, removed, and replaced without unnecessary disruption.
All works were carried out on site by the Kee Engineering team, from initial strip-out through to final installation.
Project Overview
Scope of works included:
- Strip-out and removal of existing pipework
- Installation and positioning of a new skid
- Installation of new pipework runs
- Connection to existing tanks, pumps, and systems
The objective was to replace ageing infrastructure with a cleaner, more robust layout, improving reliability and ease of future maintenance.
Pipework and Installation Works
Following the removal of the old pipework, the new skid was installed and secured in position. New pipework was then fabricated and installed to suit the existing layout, with careful attention paid to alignment, access, and support.
Works included:
- New pipe routes installed to suit site constraints
- Installation of valves and flanged connections for isolation and control
- Secure mounting and support of pipework to maintain long-term integrity
- Integration with existing equipment without unnecessary modification
All pipework was finished to provide a consistent, durable installation suitable for an external industrial environment.
Challenges and Solutions
Working within an established site meant navigating existing assets, limited access areas, and live systems. By stripping out redundant pipework first and installing the new skid as a defined assembly, the installation could progress efficiently and in a controlled manner.
Careful routing and support design ensured the new pipework integrated cleanly with the existing layout while improving overall system organisation.
Final Result
The completed works delivered:
- Removal of outdated pipework
- A newly installed skid is positioned and connected to existing systems
- New pipework installed, supported, and ready for ongoing operation
The site now benefits from a more streamlined and maintainable pipework arrangement, installed with minimal disruption and explicit consideration for future access.
Reliable Industrial Pipework Solutions
This project highlights Kee Engineering’s practical, on-site capability in managing pipework upgrades and skid installations within live environments. From strip-out to final connection, our team delivers clear, well-executed engineering solutions built around real site conditions.
