Typical Paybacks
Pigging systems normally have very rapid payback periods and high returns on investment. Paybacks are typically less than 12 months and frequently less than 6 months. These savings are typically generated from the following list of benefits:
- Recovery of previously trapped and lost product
- Reduced flush waste, disposal expense, and on-site waste treatment cost
- Reduced off-spec product and rework expense
- Higher and more predictable product quality
- Improved raw material and finished product inventory and loss control
- Lower installation costs for new transfer lines. A few common transfer lines can be installed as opposed to a large number of dedicated lines.
- Increased flexibility for future product growth without additional dedicated piping cost
- Separation of plant functions by long distances. Transfer line routings can be used that maximize plant efficiency, space utilization, and safety needs.
- Achievement of continuous improvement, best practices, and environmental stewardship goals
