Equipment Design

FirstPD are well placed to integrate into an existing design team or, alternatively, to allow clients to outsource entire work packs to be delivered to a specification.

Accident Investigation

FirstPD have a proven track record of investigating accidents offshore involving hoist systems and undertaking detailed root causes analyses. With our wealth of knowledge in this field we can provide an expert opinion to determine root cause and identify lessons learned.   

System Optimisation

It is often an area of engineering which is overlooked in the design phase in favour of expediting drawing release. FirstPD are an excellent partner to work in parallel to a design team to optimise the sizing of motors and cylinders. Our approach involves modelling every possible load case and taking a more aggressive view on allowable utilisation.

Commissioning

Competent personnel are essential for any site work. FirstPD have trained personnel ready to lead Factory or Site Acceptance Testing (FAT / SAT) in addition to producing test plans and risk assessments.

Design Reviews

Fit, Form, Function and Safety. FirstPD are available to perform design reviews and failure mode and effects assessments (FMEA / FMECA) on existing equipment or to provide an element of de-risking soon to be manufactured designs.

Troubleshooting

Complex systems involving automation invariably lead to tricky troubleshooting problems. We find a fresh pair of eyes is often the quickest remedy. Load cells issues are often top of the list and FirstPD have a significant amount of experience in this field.