Engineering and process consultancy

LEAX supports decision-making processes not only through advanced algorithms and operational activities in the field, but also through structured engineering processes, designed to support its clients in their decision-making and to transform data, measurements and analyses into information and choices. 
The aim is to provide support in selecting and planning effective interventions, optimising the use of resources and maximising the value of investments throughout the lifecycle of the company’s assets. 

Consultancy support applies to networks in general, but in production facilities the focus shifts to a broader approach that also encompasses the efficiency of production processes. 

Specifically, the engineering support comprises the following points 

1. Cost–benefit analysis 

Assessment of whether or not to carry out work on the networks based on objective criteria: 

A comparative analysis of technical, managerial and technological measures. 

Assessment of the expected costs and the benefits that can be generated in operational and economic terms. 

Establishing a priority ranking based on the best value for money. 

Support for rational, transparent and measurable investment decisions. 

Optimisation of the allocation of available resources. 

The option to update the analysis in line with changes in the scenarios. 

2. Analysis of scenarios and plant engineering technologies 

Study of vector flows and distribution network performance 

Preparation of mass balances to identify the main uses in the various departments. 

Identification of the areas with the most critical consumption issues. 

Analysis of current and alternative operational scenarios. 

Development of strategies to improve efficiency and reduce waste. 

An objective database to support technical, managerial and environmental decision-making. 

3. Identification of inefficiencies  

An in-depth analysis of current resource usage. 

Identification of wastage, losses and operational inefficiencies. 

Highlighting issues that are not immediately apparent. 

Correlation between actual consumption and the actual requirements of the processes. 

Setting priorities for action. 

Improved performance in terms of costs, sustainability and productivity. 

4. Identification of optimisation processes 

Selection of the best technologies available on the market. 

Assessment of suitability based on the specific characteristics of the application. 

Integration of existing solutions. 

Reducing waste and closing resource cycles. 

Technical, economic and environmental analysis of the alternatives. 

Planning for targeted and phased investments. 

5. Projected mass balances 

Estimation of future flows based on changes in strategy or process. 

Simulation of alternative scenarios and assessment of their impacts. 

Analysis of the effects on consumption and operational capacity 

Support for industrial planning and strategic decision-making. 

A data-driven approach with the option of continuous monitoring. 

6. Full set of company financial statements 

Preparation of comprehensive mass balances at production site level. 

Detailed analysis of incoming, processing and outgoing flows. 

Focus on energy and process media (water, technical gases). 

Identification of the main uses and critical areas. 

Support for regulatory compliance and environmental reporting. 

Greater management insight and a competitive advantage.