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Proposal and Detail Engineering

Reduce complexity, increase efficiency.

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Delivering precision off-site for fast, flawless installations on-site

GF’s global network of pre-fabrication facilities enables industrial project owners to accelerate timelines without compromising on quality. Our assemblies, built in controlled environments by certified fabricators, arrive ready to install, reducing onsite labor, installation time, and logistical complexity. By integrating pre-fabrication early in the planning phase, our customers gain greater control over quality, cost, and timelines.

Our Portfolio of Solutions

GF provides a comprehensive range of engineering services as well as pre-fabricated solutions designed to streamline installation, ensure quality, and enhance efficiency across industries. From the early steps of design to the assembly of customized fittings or fully integrated modular skids, our engineering and pre-fabrication capabilities offer ready-to-install solutions that minimize on-site work and accelerate project execution.

Optimized supply chain

A unified engineering approach ensures standardized solutions across all locations.

Global consistency

Standardizing pipe assemblies ensures efficient delivery schedules.

Streamlined project execution

Transforming complex piping designs into assemblies for faster installation for on-site crews.

Logistics-optimized pre-fabrication

Pre-fabricated assemblies designed for efficient transportation and on-site handling.

Detail Design and Modelling for Fabrication

Modelling phase to transform proposals into buildable blueprints, ensuring engineered solutions for precise fabrication, integration, and long-term performance.

Construction-Ready Drawings

Translation of conceptual layouts into fully detailed 2D and 3D fabrication drawings tailored for seamless build execution.

Comprehensive 3D Modelling

Full-system modelling including integration of third-party equipment and interfaces to eliminate clashes and surprises.

Specification & Design Reviews

Before building, rigorous checks are performed to ensure compliance with project specifications, standards, and client expectations.

Pipe Support & Bracketry Design

Custom & standard support solutions designed to suit thermoplastic behaviors and site-specific constraints.

Coordinated Build Accuracy

Every design element is modelled and aligned for constructability, maintainability, and installation efficiency.

Proposal Design & Engineering

A clear, data-driven foundation for successful project execution.

Expert Material Selection

Every proposal is tailored with the most suitable thermoplastics for performance, durability, and compliance in challenging environments.

Expansion & Contraction Analysis

We factor in thermal movement and stress to ensure long-term reliability.

Hydraulic & Flow Review

All proposals backed by summary hydraulic calculations to optimize performance from day one.

Detailed MTO & Commercial Clarity

Transparent, accurate material take-offs and cost breakdowns support confident, informed decision-making.

Conceptual Design with Sustainability in Mind

Design layouts aligned with project goals and environmental summaries.

Food & Beverage

High-purity chemical processes.

Advanced Engineering Support

The specialist analysis and simulation backbone for complex thermoplastic pipework systems.

Advanced Pipe Stress Analysis

Simulation of static and dynamic loads, including thermal expansion and pressure surges, using industry-standard design codes.

Seismic & Buried Load Modelling

Engineering for resilience by analyzing seismic activity, soil interactions, and buried pipe behavior to ensure system integrity.

Thermal & Flow Simulation

Detailed modelling of heat loss, temperature gradients, and hydraulic behavior to optimize system performance.

Design Code Compliance

Every analysis is benchmarked against international standards for pressure, flexibility, and safety; tailored to project-specific requirements.

Integrated Engineering Support

This global team works alongside proposal and design teams to ensure robust, validated, and future-proof engineered solutions.

How pipe stress analysis secures long-term fab performance

Download this whitepaper to learn how tailored Pipe Stress Analysis (PSA) helps engineers prevent creep, deformation, and support failures, ensuring long-term reliability in critical drain and waste applications. Includes real-world case studies and proven design strategies.

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FAQs

What are the key benefits of using GF's Proposal and Detail Engineering service?
  • Minimized project risks, through expert avoidance of miscalculations, design flaws, or incorrect material choices.
  • Faster project implementation, thanks to years of experience and reliability in engineering workflows.
  • Durable, safe, and reliable outcomes, assured by industry-leading piping design standards
  • Effective personnel deployment, providing clients with access to plastic-systems specialists who can supplement your in-house team for the duration needed.

Is there a reference where GF's engineering support delivered measurable results?

Yes—in a hyperscale data center project in Dublin, the combined use of GF’s engineering and pre-fabrication solutions helped reduce on-site installation time dramatically—from six months to just six weeks, according to the construction contractor.  Read more about the project here.

Where can I find the right contact for my project?

On the map you can find all GF locations which offer design and engineering support. If you cannot find a proper location, feel free to reach out to one of our experts here.

Georg Fischer LLC - Irvine, CA / Industrial Group Americas

9271 Jeronimo Road

92618 Irvine

United States

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