Matrix Engineers Unique Approach to Marine Structure Challenges
Marine projects present their own set of challenges: changing water levels, aggressive corrosion, weather-based construction windows, forces from water and/or ice, and environmental impact restrictions.
Our team at Matrix PDM Engineering understands these difficulties. Our expert engineers take a holistic approach to marine structure design. We consider the dock structure, the equipment and the operations that will take place on the structure. Health, safety and environmental (HSE) concerns are also a top priority. We plan for the safety of operations personnel and the prevention of spills.
Matrix engineers bring a breadth of expertise and depth of experience that is demonstrated by our past projects. With each new marine structure we design and build, we add to the institutional knowledge that guides our next project.
Next, take a look at some of our recent projects.
Terminal Engineering Design for Port Arthur Marine
Matrix provided conceptual multi-discipline engineering design for a marine terminal to handle crude oil and LPG.
Highlights:
- Conceptual design included pipeline, marine facilities and onshore facilities
- 20k to 40k bbl/hour crude oil inbound rates
- 21k bbl/hour inbound rate for LPG
Learn more about Matrix’s scope of work here.
Barge Dock & Ship Dock Conversion for Industrial Terminals L.P.
Matrix PDM provided EPCM services to convert a barge dock to a ship dock that could accommodate larger ocean-going vessels. It was also essential that the dock could perform heavy lifts.
Highlights:
- The facility upgrade allows more cargo mix to flow through the terminal, increasing the annual tonnage
- Increased capacity of loading apron from 300 lb/sqft to 1,000 lb/sqft
- Construction of an additional 325 ft. of dock and loading apron
- Installation of crane rail to support twin 200-ton gantry cranes
Learn more about Matrix’s scope of work here.
Tampaplex Terminal Marine Structures for Kinder Morgan
Matrix performed a dock extension that made room for larger ships. This expansion helped increase imports and exports of liquid ammonia used for fertilizer production.
Highlights:
- Installed a 3,500 gpm pump system and a 4,500 foot dual pipeline
- A new control system operates a new air condenser system that controls the ammonia compressors pressure for the 50k ton tank pressure
- Refurbished the existing ammonia dock, updated the loading arm and made a metering upgrade
Learn more about Matrix’s scope of work here.
Floating Transfer Dock for Nucor
Matrix engineers provided final engineering and procurement services for a floating transfer dock. The project was completed in stages. In the first stage, the dock made it possible to unload cape size ships. The dock was designed to accommodate the construction of a fixed dock in the later stages of the project. The floating transfer dock allowed the client to minimize their capital costs and construction time upfront.
Highlights:
- Two captive barges provide a 600-foot long floating dock with an unloading conveyor system
- 96-inch diameter monopiles handle breast mooring lines
- 4 new mooring dolphins
- New anchor buoy for ship head mooring lines
Learn more about Matrix’s scope of work here.
From concept to commissioning, Matrix PDM has the expertise to complete your most challenging project. Our team is ready to partner with you to create a solution that will serve you now and for many years of operations. Contact us to learn more about Matrix’s marine structure design and engineering capabilities.
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