Shutdown & Turnaround Management

End-to-end planning and execution support for safe, compliant, and on-schedule shutdowns and turnarounds (TAR) across energy, oil & gas, and heavy industrial operations.

Shutdown Management

Minimizing Downtime, Maximizing Value

Planned shutdowns, turnarounds, and major maintenance outages are among the highest-risk operational events in industrial facilities. Every hour of delay increases production losses, safety exposure, and contractual risk.

Velcorix provides specialized shutdown management services to help asset owners and operators:

  • Minimize downtime and production losses
  • Ensure safety and compliance
  • Optimize project schedules and budgets
  • Achieve first-time-right startup and handover

Shutdown & Turnaround Scope

Strategic Planning & Readiness

Long-range planning (T-18 months) covering feasibility, resource constraints, and operational readiness (OR).

Scope Optimization & Scheduling

Rigorous "Scope Challenge" workshops to freeze scope, followed by detailed critical path scheduling (Primavera/MS Project).

Contractor & Execution Strategy

Selection and management of contractors, including risk assessment and contract negotiation.

HSE, Permit & Compliance Management

Implementation of HSE protocols, permit management, and compliance monitoring.

Industries We Serve

Refineries

Complex unit shutdowns (e.g., Cat Crackers, Reformers).

Power Plants

Turbine overhauls and boiler inspections.

Desalination

Maintenance of evaporators and intake systems.

Petrochemical

System cleaning and catalyst change-outs.

Why Clients Trust Velcorix for Shutdown Management

We turn shutdowns from chaotic events into controlled engineering exercises.

  • Pre-Shutdown: "Leak-free" start-up planning and long-lead item procurement consistent with our Operational Readiness (OR) framework.
  • Execution (Pit-Stop Philosophy): Treating every shift like an F1 pit-stop—maximizing tool time with 24/7 coverage and precise handover protocols.
  • Close-Out: Comprehensive reports capturing lessons learned, KPI performance, and restart verification.
Shutdown Capabilities

Compliance Standards

HSE Leadership

Zero Harm policy enforced by dedicated safety officers.

QA/QC

Verification of all repairs against ASME/API codes.

Permit to Work

Rigorous management of PTW systems for all activities.

Plan for Success

Don't leave your shutdown to chance. Partner with Velcorix.

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