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While the Yukon draws the bulk of its energy from renewable hydroelectric and wind power, the territory’s electrical grid required a backup source of power to meet consumer needs. Yukon Energy retained KGS to modernize the existing diesel system to meet peak demand and maintain territory-wide service for residents.

A new liquefied natural gas (LNG) fueled backup power generating station and associated infrastructure was constructed adjacent to Yukon Energy’s existing primary power generating station in Whitehorse, Yukon. Commissioned in 2015, the project site includes two modular LNG fueled reciprocating generators intended to replace Yukon Energy’s aging diesel generating equipment and to provide flexible and reliable backup power to supplement Yukon’s other power sources.

Project Highlights

• An LNG backup station was built with two modular reciprocating generators
• First use of LNG in Yukon
• Lower greenhouse gas emissions than the previous diesel system, long‑term ratepayer savings and improved reliability and peak support

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New aircraft engine designs must be tested to confirm they can survive real world hazards such as icing, bird ingestion and loss of an engine blade. To construct a state-of-the-art jet engine certification test centre in Winnipeg, General Electric Aviation formed a partnership with StandardAero, who engaged a diversified project team to provide engineering design services.

As part of the team, KGS Group coordinated and developed a 3D model of the facility in order to fast track the design and construction. The 3D model required collaborative coordination from our mechanical, electrical and structural groups, importing 3D components created by StandardAero and GE’s engine models, as well as generating 3D models based on 2D design drawings from other consultants. In addition, KGS Group provided design services for various mechanical, electrical and structural aspects of the project.

This project embodies engineering achievement through exemplary project coordination and collaboration to deliver a complex project on time and on budget. The use of innovative technology and a diverse range of engineering expertise were paramount to its success.

Project Highlights

• Developed a federated 3D facility model to fast‑track design and construction
• Imported GE engine models and StandardAero 3D components into the coordinated model
• Converted 2D consultant drawings into 3D models to create a fully integrated digital design set

Gibson Energy’s heavy crude oil processing facility in Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan, refines products such as asphalt. KGS Group was tasked with front end engineering design (FEED), detailed design, procurement, contract administration and construction support to expand and increase the facility’s capacity. The work was executed while the plant remained in operation, requiring careful sequencing, safety planning and coordination.

KGS used simulation modelling and 3D models to visualize designs and anticipate potential conflicts, ensuring a smoother implementation. With construction taking place while the facility was in operation, the team overcame logistical challenges, complex safety considerations and an aging facility to complete the project in June 2019, on time and within budget.

Ultimately, the expansion increased throughput capacity by approximately 30% – from 17,000 barrels per day to 22,000 barrels per day – with no increase in GHG emissions. This reduces the facility’s emissions per barrel of oil processed by approximately 20-25%.

Project Highlights

• Performed the front end engineering design, detailed design, procurement, contract administration and construction support to increase the facility’s capacity
• Work was completed while the plant remained operational
• Simulation modelling was used to visual designs and anticipate conflicts to resolve them before implementation

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KGS Group provided detailed structural design for the foundation and superstructure of a new seed cleaning facility for MobilGrain. The 140-foot-tall terminal features a unique design that maximizes the use of gravity and minimizes the need for maintenance-intense conveyance equipment to handle grain. The facility also includes a railcar loadout station with underground storage bins, a large storage bin covering the entire main floor, vibrating screens and an explosion-proof bucket elevator.

The proposed site was located within a geological zone that is challenging for foundation design and excavation works. In addition to a high-water table, neither piles or footings were found to be a clear choice of foundation. Through careful interpretation of geotechnical parameters and design simulations, the team determined concrete‑filled, steel‑driven piles as the appropriate foundation solution. A thick main‑floor concrete slab was designed to support the heavy bin loading and ensure the pile array acts uniformly as a group. Sheet piling was also installed between the main plant and loadout basement in order to speed up foundation construction. Draw wells were installed along the perimeter of the site in order to lower the water table during construction.

As a result of intense coordination efforts between the owner, engineering team and sub-contractors, the 3-year long project was successfully completed.

Project Highlights

• Detailed structural design for the foundation and superstructure of a new seed cleaning facility
• The 140-foot-tall terminal features a unique design that maximizes the use of gravity and minimizes the need for maintenance-intense conveyance equipment to handle grain
• Careful interpretation of geotechnical parameters and design simulations resulted in the chosen solution of concrete‑filled, steel‑driven piles