Understanding WSHT EPC Project Services
WSHT Mining Group offers comprehensive EPC (Engineering, Procurement, Construction) services for mining and mineral processing projects. Our EPC approach delivers complete project solutions from initial concept through to commercial operation, providing a single point of accountability and streamlined project execution.
What is EPC?
EPC stands for Engineering, Procurement and Construction — a project delivery model where a single contractor takes responsibility for all three phases:
Engineering:
- Process design and optimization
- Equipment selection and specification
- Civil, structural and architectural design
- Electrical and instrumentation design
- Environmental and permitting documentation
Procurement:
- Equipment manufacturing and sourcing
- Materials and consumables purchasing
- Logistics and shipping coordination
- Expediting and quality control
- Warehouse and inventory management
Construction:
- Site preparation and civil works
- Structural erection
- Equipment installation
- Electrical and instrumentation installation
- Commissioning and startup
- Operator training
WSHT EPC Scope of Services
Option 1 — Full EPC (Turnkey):
WSHT takes complete responsibility for the entire project from process design through commercial operation. Includes:
- Feasibility study and process design
- Complete engineering and detailed design
- All equipment and materials procurement
- All construction and installation work
- Commissioning and startup
- Operator and maintenance training
- As-built documentation and manuals
Option 2 — EP+C (Partial EPC):
WSHT provides engineering and procurement, with construction managed by the client or a local contractor:
- Complete engineering package
- All equipment and materials procurement
- Construction management and supervision
- Commissioning support
Option 3 — Equipment Supply +:
Equipment supply with additional services as needed:
- Process design and equipment selection
- Equipment manufacturing and supply
- Installation supervision and commissioning
- Operator training
- Technical advisory services
WSHT EPC Project Delivery — From Concept to Operation
Typical EPC Project Timeline
Phase 1 — Project Development (2-4 months):
- Feasibility study and ore characterization
- Process flow development
- Preliminary cost estimation
- Project schedule development
Phase 2 — FEED Engineering (3-6 months):
- Process design and optimization
- Equipment specification
- Engineering design package
- Final cost estimation
Phase 3 — Detailed Engineering (3-6 months):
- Civil, structural and architectural drawings
- Electrical and instrumentation design
- P&ID development
- Material take-offs
Phase 4 — Procurement (4-12 months):
- Equipment manufacturing
- Materials purchasing
- Factory acceptance testing
- Shipping and logistics
Phase 5 — Construction (6-18 months):
- Civil works
- Structural erection
- Equipment installation
- Electrical and instrumentation
Phase 6 — Commissioning (2-4 months):
- Pre-commissioning checks
- Dry commissioning
- Wet commissioning with ore
- Performance testing
- Operator training
Why Choose WSHT EPC?
Single Point of Accountability:
- One contract, one contact, one responsibility
- Simplified project management
- Clear accountability for schedule and budget
Integrated Approach:
- Engineering and construction coordinated from start
- Construction knowledge informs design decisions
- Buildability review during engineering
Local Expertise, Global Resources:
- Local teams in key mining regions
- Global supply chain for equipment and materials
- Multilingual project management
Quality Assurance:
- ISO 9001 quality management system
- Third-party inspection and testing
- Comprehensive documentation
Getting Started
To discuss your project requirements, contact WSHT's project development team. We will review your ore characteristics, capacity requirements and project timeline to develop a customized EPC proposal that meets your needs.
WSHT has successfully delivered EPC projects across Africa, Central Asia, Southeast Asia, Middle East and South America, totaling over USD 500 million in completed project value.
