PE1 Gas Phase (R3) Expansion Project

The PE1 Gas Phase (R3) Expansion Project expanded the existing plant polyethylene capacity with the addition of a 431 Kilotons per annum capacity, single-train, linear low-density polyethylene unit. Ledcor’s scope of work included a complete turnkey solution to the client, which consisted of constructing the reactor, pelletizer, and rail barn areas. 

Installation of the main reactor required heavy lift and transport, polyethylene resin extruder, process compressors, heat exchangers, bins and feeders mounted in structures well above grade, four cell cooling tower, electrical substation / MCC room, and rail loading facility and associated trackage. Additionally, Ledcor completed 51 modules at our Module Assembly and Piping Fabrication facility in Nisku, Alberta that were shipped and installed at site. Initially, Ledcor’s scope included 18 modules but during the pre-construction phase, we identified an additional 33 modularization opportunities, which reduced the onsite workforce hours. The Joffre facility was fully operational during construction; therefore, protocols for permitted work and education about the hazards associated with an operating plant ensured construction progressed safely and efficiently.   

Ledcor has completed numerous projects with NOVA Gas Transmission Ltd., during which we have worked together in a proactive attempt to maximize both Indigenous and local content. The standard policy on NOVA projects is to employ Indigenous people wherever possible. As a guideline for these projects, a minimum of 10% Indigenous participation was attempted and, in most cases, achieved or exceeded.