Our Work
KbProc.APEX has been used to estimate many large pipeline construction projects. Developing large pipeline construction cost estimates using 'KbProc.APEX' is done by breaking the project estimate into spreads with each spread broken down further into the necessary operations to complete the work.
Each operation in the spread is built up from the following resources: labour, material, equipment, subcontracts and any other categorized costs. Schedule relationships between the spread operations can be specified so that sequencing logic becomes part of the estimate model.
The multi-user system executes the consistent calculation model within a proprietary solver to generate the cost estimate, and all source data is stored in a corporate-managed enterprise relational database. Tabular and graphical results are presented including schedule, resource loading, cash flow and linear cost for example. Consolidation of the data by cost element and operation type is done automatically with consistent reporting at all levels.
Testimonials
“A software system with the structure and power of APEX was essential on the multi-billion pipeline project we were supporting and allowed for the reliable consolidation of tens of thousands of cost items. Flexible coding of the data made it easy to integrate with the cost management system. Simply put, APEX is one of the most comprehensive pipeline estimating packages available.”
Kevin Rowe, Senior VP, Retired – North American Project Management Services and Software, ARES
“APEX has evolved over many years into one of the most capable pipeline estimating products available. Detailed crew sheet and schedule development including equipment, labour, subcontracts and miscellaneous costs by crew allow for advanced data analysis throughout the project lifecycle. Pipestone Projects has worked with Bob and his team on multiple projects through the development of the software and highly recommend this pipeline estimating system.”
Dave Hermanson Sr, President, Pipestone Projects Inc
“APEX was used to update key spreads on a nearly 1000 km pipeline project. The product has been developed specifically for pipeline construction execution modelling of cost and schedule. The professional support provided, the resource loading, scheduling and other analysis capabilities along with consistency of output were key factors in choosing the software.”
John Macleod, P.Eng. TMEP
“APEX was used to develop two detailed budget estimates that formed the cost/schedule basis for our pipeline project. We chose the software because of its strong reputation for excellence and in part because system and estimating support was available. Definitely satisfied with the results.”
Kevin George, P.Eng. Project Manager IPL