ENGINEERING — SKID BUILDING

Skid building

In the industry, skid building refers to constructing a supporting structure (frame) upon which a often complex installation is placed. By mounting on a base, the entire unit becomes mobile, allowing installations to be deployed quickly.

Skidbouw
Een skidbouw, waarbij een frame van staal wordt gelast en verschillende componenten zoals pompen en leidingen worden gemonteerd.

Construction of the skid

A skid typically consists of a relatively simple part (frame) and a complex part (installation).
The frame itself usually has a straightforward design and is primarily made of stainless steel due to its high corrosion resistance. A removable connection is achieved using bolts and nuts.
The complex part of the skid is what will be mounted on the frame. This can include pumps, as well as components of pipelines and tanks. Welded joints and/or flange connections may be used for assembly. Additionally, measurement components can be installed to measure certain variables. Measuring instruments can be digital or analog, and control components can also be installed.

Assembly of the skid

Pipes, devices, and connections come in various shapes, requiring different materials to meet legal standards and conditions. There may be requirements regarding the pressure the installation must withstand, corrosion resistance, and hygiene.
Een nauwkeurig gelaste stalen frame in aanbouw, met leidingen en componenten die worden geïnstalleerd door vakmensen.
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What is a skid?

A “skid” is essentially a type of pallet, but within installation technology, this term refers to a frame on which process systems, installations, or modules are mounted. Think of pumps, tanks, pipelines, or heat exchangers, as well as complete installations including control and measurement technology. Each skid is unique, tailored to its function within the final process and the required specifications.

Pre-installing and assembling all components on a frame is more practical and faster than assembling all individual components on-site. This reduces the interruption of your production process and maintains your production level.

What is skid building?

Building skids requires specific expertise and extensive experience, and is carried out by companies possessing this knowledge.

A skid generally consists of two main parts: the frame and the installation. The frame is usually made of steel sections and finished with a powder coating to enhance corrosion resistance. Since the entire installation is built within the frame, it is easy to transport.

Installation of skid building

The installation part of a skid is more complex. This includes the process component mounted on the frame. Complexities include various welded and flange connections, different shapes and types of pipelines and tanks, the performance requirements of the installation (such as pressure requirements), different types of measurement and control components, and associated hardware and software.
The advantage for you is that we specialize in skid building, and building skids is our passion. We design and build your skid with high-quality components and materials, fully according to your wishes and specifications. It then undergoes extensive testing, and we deliver it ready for operation.

Antec's approach to skid building

Antec offers a complete solution for the process industry with skid building, which becomes operational as soon as it is connected. From a skid as a sturdy base frame on which various components can be mounted, such as pumps, heat exchangers, or industrial pipelines, to a fully functional unit.

Before we start with skid building, we visit your company. We review the design drawings and previous studies for the skid and assist in refining the design. In our metal workshop, we manufacture the necessary frames in steel or stainless steel (SS), and weld pipelines made of plastic, coated steel, or inox.

The choice of materials and the size of the skid depend on the industrial application.