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Featured Projects

Glacier Gas Plant

We are proud to be on the team for the Glacier Gas Plant Carbon Capture Facility, a first of its kind facility that captures CO2 directly from natural-gas combustion exhaust within a brownfield processing plant.

This multi-phase project consists of three phases: Phase 1, Phase 1b, and Phase 2. Now in its final stages, Phase 2 is scheduled for completion in 2026. The facility is equipped with ten (10) natural gas fired Caterpillar G3600 series compressor engines which compress natural gas to both processing pressure and sales pressures.  An additional four (4) Caterpillar C3520 engines are used for facility power generation. The total on site engine horsepower exceeds 50,000 BHP.

Together, we have successfully been meeting the deliverables for our client by meeting the schedule on-time and under budget.

  • Phase 1 marked an industry first with the successful deployment of post-combustion carbon capture technology at a natural gas processing facility. This phase delivered a capture capacity of approximately 16,000 tonnes of CO₂ per year. The scope included flue gas carbon capture from a gas-fired compressor engine, establishing the foundation for large-scale integration in future phases. ABC Engineering was able to complete this phase on-time and under budget. Phase 1 became fully operational in Q2 of 2022.

  • Building on Phase 1, this phase expanded integrated post-combustion carbon capture with an additional 16,000 tpa CO2 capacity. Our team introduced several design innovations driving CAPEX and OPEX down from the Phase 1 system.

  • Currently under construction, this final phase of the project is designed to reduce the client’s overall CO₂ emissions to less than 10% of the original plant output, while also installing the first low-CI power turbine. Carbon capture is being added to the remaining nine compressors, providing an additional capture capacity of 160,000 tpa.

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Our Projects

A glimpse into the work we’re proud of.

200+ Successful projects completed 

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Glacier Gas Plant

Altares

C-38 / C-46

1M safe work hours without incidents

95% of projects completed on time and budget

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4-21 Progress Gas Plant expansion

Location AB

Project Type Gas Processing Plant - Sour

Completion Year Currently in Construction

Currently in construction, this new sour gas processing plant is designed to process 75 MMSCFD. The facility expansion will process incoming sour gas from the 13-16 Valhalla compressor station in addition to the existing production from the 4-21 field. The project will include the following major equipment: • Inlet separator • Amine gas sweetening package • RO skid for amine makeup water • Process refrigeration package This project has a scheduled completion date of 2026.

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Altares Gas Plant (Phase I, II, III, IV)

Location b-72-A/94-B-8, BC

Project Type Gas Processing Plant - Sweet

Completion Year Ph I & II (2015), Ph III (2022), Ph IV (2024)

This four-phase project was a decade-long collaborative partnership, ultimately delivering hundreds of millions of cubic feet per day of processing capacity. ABC Engineering delivered end-to-end services covering Pre-FEED, FEED, detailed engineering, procurement, fabrication and construction/site management for all phases of this project. All facilities were designed and constructed in accordance with applicable codes and underwent extensive inspection by the OGC and Technical Safety BC (formerly BCSA) to ensure full regulatory compliance and secure leave-to-open and operating permits. What is unique to this project is the client’s commitment to protecting water resources. The plant reuses 100% of its generated water and is treated to be reused within the facility. Phase I: • Total inlet capacity of 75 MMSCFD • Key equipment installed included two inlet separator packages, a skid mounted hydrocarbon dewpoint control plant (HDCP), a condensate stabilizer package, and natural gas compressors. Phase II • Total inlet capacity of 150 MMSCFD (75 incremental from Ph III) • Key equipment installed included a skid-mounted hydrocarbon dewpoint control plant, sweet service gas compression packages, and a sweet condenser stabilizer skid package. Phase III • Provide an additional processing capacity of 125 MMSCFD sweet inlet gas. • The Phase III construction will provide the necessary infrastructure to easily expand the facility to 250 MMSCFD sweet inlet gas in the future. • Produced water from the facility is level controlled to storage tanks and then pumped to the water treatment facility off site utilizing the existing storage and transfer infrastructure. • This phase is a standalone plant with a dedicated control room, new control system, separate utilities, dedicated inlets and sales metering. • The plant shares the existing tank and bullet farms in Phase I & II for produced water, condensate and LPG storage. Phase IV • Scope includes a total inlet capacity of 250 MMSCFD of sweet inlet gas to the existing Altares Phase III facility. • Designed with provisional space for the installation of future carbon capture equipment, as well as for additional compression which will see production increase to 150 MMSCFD.

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Wapiti Compressor Station (Ph I, II-1, II-2)

Location AB

Project Type Sour Gas Compressor Station

Completion Year Ph I (2015), Ph II-1 (2016), Ph II-2 (2024)

While similar in nature to a previous project - Bilbo Compressor Station - Wapiti featured a significantly larger & more complex scope and was executed through a multi-phase plan. Located near Grande Prairie, AB, this sour gas compressor station had an initial two-phase build that was designed for a capacity of 80 MMSCFD. Initial start-up was designed to process a capability of 40 MMSCFD in 2015. A second dehydration plant was added to increase processing capacity as gas volumes increase. Phase II was split into two stages. The total gas processing capacity pushed to 85 MMSCFD and eventually 115 MMSCFD in Phase II-2. Key project highlights: • Initial two-phase build resulted in a capacity of 80 MMSCFD. • Capacity pushed to 85 MMSCFD and eventually 115 MMSCFD in Phase II-2. • The project scope included inlet compression, TEG dehydration, condensate sweetening and stabilization, condensate conditioning, large tank farms, and compressor-engine process heat recovery.

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Pipestone North Battery

Location AB

Project Type Sour Gas Processing Plant

Completion Year 2021

Construction for Pipestone North Battery started in early 2020, coinciding with the onset of a global pandemic which posed unique challenges. Our team was able to adapt quickly to enhance safety protocols, ensuring consistent and transparent communication with all stakeholders, keeping this project on track and within budget. Even at the height of COVID-19, we upheld our commitment to delivering this project reliably and on time. This new sour gas plant located near Grande Prairie, AB, was built to have a capacity of 100 MMSCFD. After minor modifications, the plant capacity was upgraded to 130 MMSCFD. The scope of the project included two sour gas process compressors, one dehydration plant, one condensate stabilizer package, and two recycle compressor packages.

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pIPESTONE SOUTH BATTERY

Location AB

Project Type Sour Gas Processing Plant

Completion Year 2019

Located west of Grande Prairie, AB, this sour gas handling facility features 900 ANSI gas and condensate sales pipelines. This facility was initially constructed as a 40 MMSCFD facility at start-up with infrastructure sized to accommodate 100 MMSCFD in its final build. Our scope of work included the installation of inlet compression, TEG dehydration, condensate sweetening and stabilization and condensate conditioning, and large tank farm. The facility was equipped with 1 MW of on-site power generation to ensure reliable operation in all conditions. Key project highlights: • Total processing capacity of 100 MMSCFD • Key equipment installed included ariel sour gas compressors and a sour condensate stabilizer.

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C-46 North Aitken Gas Plant

Location C-46, BC

Project Type Gas Processing Plant

Completion Year 2019

This deep cut processing plant involves a complex approach utilizing refrigeration technology, acid gas disposal, and more – resulting in increased plant efficiencies and production output. The design and process of this project is very similar to the existing c-38 gas plant that is located close by to the c-46 location. This plant combines an amine sweeting process to reduce the H2S content of the gas and a conventional refrigeration process that will condition gas for dewpoint control as well as produce an LPG product. Key project highlights: • Total inlet capacity of 100,000 MMSCFD. • Deep cut system featuring cold box, turbo expander, and cryogenic demethanizer tower. • Dramatically improved recovery of C3 and C4 resources. • Key equipment installed included an amine sweetening facility, stabilizer reboiler, and an acid gas compressor. • Scope of services included: Pre-FEED, FEED, detailed engineering, procurement, fabrication, construction management, and support. • Phase II of the project included the installation of a turbo expander design, with an increased inlet gas capacity of 180 MMSCFD.

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Bilbo Compressor Station

Location AB

Project Type Sour Gas Compressor Station

Completion Year 2014 (addition completed in 2017)

Located in the Montney area of northwest AB, our team’s scope of work for the Bilbo Compressor Station included engineering design, facility integration and commissioning support. Our support extended well beyond the facility hand-off. Because the fluids processed at the Bilbo facility had high salinity and were corrosive to the equipment, we provided post-project assistance to help retrofit the facility accordingly. Through close collaboration with NuVista, we delivered this project on time and on budget. Key project highlights: • Project was initially built to a capacity of 40 MMSCFD. • Capacity scaled up to 80 MMSCFD during the second phase. • Key equipment installed in Phase I included LE sour compressor packages, skid mounted glycol DEHY, skid mounted condensate stabilizer package, a skid-mounted sour condensate conditioner package and a heat medium package. • Phase II addition included the installation of a three-stage natural gas compressor.

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C-38 North Aitken Gas Plant

Location C-38, BC

Project Type Gas Processing Plant

Completion Year Ph I (2016), Ph II (2017)

Located in the Montney in northeastern BC, ABC Engineering helped build this natural gas processing facility - a greenfield project that we then continued to enhance through a series of ongoing upgrades for optimal efficiency and output. Phase I: • Total inlet gas capacity of 50 MMSCFD. • Key equipment installed included a skid mounted gas sweetening facility (40 MMSCFD), a skid mounted & house sour condensate stabilizer package, a skid mounted & house refrige package, a sour inlet separator and sour gas compressor packages. • Scope of services included: Pre-FEED, FEED, detailed engineering, procurement, fabrication and construction management & support. Phase II: • Total inlet gas capacity of 100 MMSCFD. • Key equipment installed included an amine sweetening facility, a stabilizer reboiler, and an acid gas compressor. • Scope of services included: Pre-FEED, FEED, detailed engineering, procurement, fabrication and construction management & support. This project was completed a month ahead of schedule and on budget.

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Thermocarb Projects

scotia place

Location Calgary, AB

Project Type Thermocarb

Completion Year 2027

Thermocarb Ltd. has partnered with other engineering and architectural firms to support the development of a high-performance ammonia refrigeration plant and ice floor system for the new Calgary Event Centre – Scotia Place. The system will serve two arenas: the main Flames rink and a community rink, providing NHL-standard ice for professional use and supporting local recreational activities. As the local representative, our team ensures all aspects of the design meet code requirements and provides guidance based on our extensive experience with arena refrigeration systems. We are responsible for the commissioning and start-up of the ice plant, ensuring safe, efficient, and reliable operation. Construction of the facility is slated for completion in 2027, with the system designed to incorporate sustainable, energy-efficient solutions, highlighting Thermocarb’s expertise in high-performance arena systems.

heavy metal place

Location Spruce Grove, AB

Project Type Thermocarb

Completion Year 2025

Thermocarb Ltd. has delivered the design for an innovative ultra-low charge ammonia refrigeration plant housed in a stand-alone skidded Class T building, keeping ammonia completely out of the facility for maximum safety. The system is designed to limit ammonia charge to just 1 lb per ton of refrigeration, demonstrating our expertise in high-performance, low-charge solutions. The project also includes high-performance ice floor design serving two NHL-sized ice surfaces, including the Spruce Grove Saints’ arena. Waste heat from the refrigeration system is planned to be recovered for underfloor heating and other facility services, supporting sustainability and aligning with LEED objectives. This energy-efficient, stand-alone solution maximizes safety, reduces environmental impact, and frees up valuable building space while delivering consistent, high-quality ice performance.

Castlegar & District Recreation Complex

Location Castlegar, BC

Project Type Thermocarb

Completion Year 2023

As the primary refrigeration consultant, our team oversaw the replacement of the existing arena slab with a new cold floor system incorporating a heated subfloor. The new slab was fully integrated with the existing ammonia refrigeration plant, utilizing ammonia as the primary refrigerant and glycol as the secondary. The installation featured buried HDPE headers with poly-fusion welded connections, eliminating unwanted exterior freezing around the rink slab while also freeing up valuable building space for the facility owners. The upgraded system enhances temperature control, energy efficiency, and overall reliability for the facility, while meeting all applicable TechSafe BC requirements and the latest edition of the CSA B52 Mechanical Refrigeration Code.

City of Calgary Rose Kohn & Jimmie Condon Arena

Location Calgary, AB

Project Type Thermocarb

Completion Year 2021

The Rose Kohn and Jimmie Condon Arenas underwent a major upgrade led by our team as the refrigeration consultant. The project included a complete retrofit of the facility’s ammonia refrigeration system, featuring a new 165-ton ammonia plant and one new refrigerated slab. Designed for long-term reliability and efficiency, the new floor uses HDPE piping with poly-fusion welded connections to reduce maintenance and virtually eliminate leak risk. The system captures and reuses waste heat from the compressors to provide building and underfloor heating, significantly improving the overall system efficiency and reducing energy consumption. An adiabatic fluid cooler automatically switches between dry and adiabatic operation to optimize performance in all weather conditions. The design aligns with the City of Calgary’s LEED and sustainability goals, enhancing energy performance while minimizing the facility’s environmental footprint.

max bell centre upgrade

Location Calgary, AB

Project Type Thermocarb

Completion Year 2021

Hired by the project architect as a refrigeration sub-consultant, our team supported the City of Calgary in upgrading the ammonia refrigeration plant at Max Bell Centre within the existing facility, flawlessly tying in new equipment with the existing compressors. The project included the installation of two new titanium plate-and-frame chillers totaling 200 TR, upgrades to all pumps, and replacement of the condenser with an adiabatic-style unit to optimize efficiency under varying ambient conditions. In addition, the Ken Bracko Arena received a new refrigerated slab, fully integrated with the upgraded system to provide seamless operational control for facility operators. The design emphasizes energy efficiency, reliability, and long-term operational performance, aligning with sustainability goals while ensuring high-quality ice surfaces for arena operations.

G.H. Dawe community Centre

Location Red Deer, AB

Project Type Thermocarb

Completion Year 2020

Hired by the project architect as a refrigeration sub-consultant, our team supported the expansion of the GH Dawe Recreation Centre, which included the addition of two NHL-standard ice rinks. We provided refrigeration consulting services for the installation of a 165 TR ammonia plant, utilizing direct expansion chillers and a plate-and-frame condenser to minimize ammonia charge while maximizing efficiency. Waste heat recovery from the system was used to provide snow melting and underfloor heating beneath the refrigerated slabs, enhancing energy efficiency and operational performance. The upgraded system delivers safe, reliable, and sustainable ice surfaces while optimizing comfort and operational flexibility for facility staff and users.

Shane Homes YMCA at Rocky Ridge 

Location Calgary, AB

Project Type Thermocarb

Completion Year 2017

As the lead refrigeration consultant for this new recreational facility featuring two ice surfaces—an NHL-sized arena and a freeform leisure rink—we designed a system that operates both surfaces from a single plant with fully automated controls. Our design prioritizes safety, energy efficiency, and full compliance with the latest edition of the CSA B52 Mechanical Refrigeration Code.

WINSPORT

Location Calgary, AB

Project Type Thermocarb

Completion Year 2011

Acting as the primary refrigeration consultant, our team designed the refrigeration system incorporated in 4 new arenas, running off a single plant complete with automated controls. Our design prioritizes safety, energy efficiency, and full compliance with the latest edition of the CSA B52 Mechanical Refrigeration Code.

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