Engineering Work Packages

An EWP stands for Engineering Work Package. It is a collection of engineering data held within a package that details the tasks, deliverables, and objectives that need to be accomplished. An EWP includes a timeline or schedule for completing the tasks outlined within it.

What is an
Engineering Work Package?

An Engineering Work Package (EWP) is a collection of engineering data held within a package that details the tasks, deliverables, and objectives that need to be accomplished. An EWP includes a timeline or schedule for completing the tasks outlined within it.

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The main deliverables associated with an EWP are:

  • Engineering Drawings
  • 3D Models
  • Engineering Material Take Off (MTO).

EWPs are mapped 1:1 to Construction Work Packages (CWPs) and 1:1 to Procurement Work Packages (PWPs).

An EWP contains IFC documents, MTOs, and 3D Models. One Construction Work Area (CWA) should adhere to the same geographical boundary as the corresponding discipline, based on EWP/CWP boundaries.

This allows engineering to develop their design database and create the model boundaries, which will maximize autonomous production of scope, deliverables, and MTO by EWP.

 

An EWP Release Plan should be developed as part of the EPC planning and schedule baselining to support the CWP Path of Construction.

An EWP Release Plan typically includes several key components to ensure the successful release and management of Engineering Work Packages (EWPs).

Here are the main elements:

  1. EWP Name: The specific name or identifier for the EWP.
  2. Document Count: The current number of documents that have been released.
  3. Planned Number of Documents: The total number of documents expected to be released for the EWP.
  4. Issue Purpose: The purpose of the document release, which is usually for Issued for Construction (IFC).
  5. Work Product Master: This includes the connection between drawing numbers and the actual drawings.
  6. Due Date and Forecast Date: These dates indicate when the documents are planned to be released and when they are forecasted to be released.
  7. EWP Status: The current status of the EWP, which can include various stages of completion.

These components help in tracking the progress and ensuring that all necessary documents and tasks are completed on time.

An Engineering Material Take Off (MTO) is a detailed list of all the material components derived from a given engineering drawing. It is a crucial part of the engineering process and serves several important functions:

  1. Alignment with Engineering Drawings and 3D Models: The MTO ensures that the quantities of materials align with the engineering drawings and the 3D model.
  2. Procurement: The MTO is used by the procurement team to generate the Bill of Material (BOM) through a preset catalog. This list usually includes references such as engineering drawing numbers and key quantities.
  3. Material Tracking: The MTO can be an export of the 3D model or a take-off from drawings. It might include additional information such as specifications, sizes, weights, and unique identifiers (GUIDs) for the materials.
  4. Project Planning and Execution: The MTO helps in planning and executing the project by ensuring that all necessary materials are accounted for and available when needed.

The MTO is essential for maintaining a consistent and accurate record of all materials required for a project, which helps in efficient project management and execution.

The main deliverables associated with an EWP are:

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Engineering Drawings

Engineering Drawings are detailed technical illustrations that provide essential information for the construction, fabrication, and assembly of various components and systems.

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3D Models

3D Models are digital representations of physical objects or systems, created using specialized software. These models are essential in various fields, including engineering, architecture, and construction.
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Engineering Material Take Off (MTO)

An Engineering Material Take Off (MTO) is a detailed list of all the material components derived from a given engineering drawing

EWP Release Plan

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  1. EWP Name: The specific name or identifier for the EWP.
  2. Document Count: The current number of documents that have been released.
  3. Planned Number of Documents: The total number of documents expected to be released for the EWP.
  4. Issue Purpose: The purpose of the document release, which is usually for Issued for Construction (IFC).
  5. Work Product Master: This includes the connection between drawing numbers and the actual drawings.
  6. Due Date and Forecast Date: These dates indicate when the documents are planned to be released and when they are forecasted to be released.
  7. EWP Status: The current status of the EWP, which can include various stages of completion.

Engineering Material Take Off (MTO)

An Engineering Material Take Off (MTO) is a detailed list of all the material components derived from a given engineering drawing. It is a crucial part of the engineering process and serves several important functions:

  1. Alignment with Engineering Drawings and 3D Models: The MTO ensures that the quantities of materials align with the engineering drawings and the 3D model.
  2. Procurement: The MTO is used by the procurement team to generate the Bill of Material (BOM) through a preset catalog. This list usually includes references such as engineering drawing numbers and key quantities.
  3. Material Tracking: The MTO can be an export of the 3D model or a take-off from drawings. It might include additional information such as specifications, sizes, weights, and unique identifiers (GUIDs) for the materials.
  4. Project Planning and Execution: The MTO helps in planning and executing the project by ensuring that all necessary materials are accounted for and available when needed.

The MTO is essential for maintaining a consistent and accurate record of all materials required for a project, which helps in efficient project management and execution.

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