01 Jun 2026
When the schedule is the client’s top priority
Insights
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In some projects, the main challenge isn’t technical complexity. It’s the schedule. When schedules become critical, engineering teams need to shift their mindset: make decisions earlier, accept uncertainty and rely on shared performance. As such, engineering becomes a process of making choices, striking compromises and managing risks, both technical and human. Below are three key questions addressed by Hugo Careau, P.Eng., Decarbonization, and Ulric Chayer, P.Eng., Department Manager, Mechanical Engineering.
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12 Nov 2019Power and RenewablesMetal structures near high-voltage power lines: What are the risks?
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Éric Breault, P.Eng.
Senior Engineer, Electrical - Power Systems, Protection and Control
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05 Nov 2019Power and RenewablesHydro generators: inspecting stator windings
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François St-Germain, P.Eng.
Principal Engineer, Industrial and Hydro
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28 Oct 2019Power and RenewablesShould liquid rheostat drives be considered obsolete?
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Léo Roy, P.Eng.
Senior Engineer, Electrical
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16 Oct 2019Mining and MetalsIntegrate strategic mine planning
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Amanda Fitch, P.Eng.
Director, Mining and Metals
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14 Oct 2019Power and RenewablesTransformer failures are unfortunately inevitable and may manifest themselves in a variety of ways. In the event of any such failure, it is important to understand the cause. Transformers are one of the most complex pieces of network equipment, due to their custom-made design and the numerous varieties of applications. In the event of a failure, one of the most demanding challenges is understanding the design, manufacture, verification test and system interaction associated with the transformer. As a result, when an incident occurs, the real cause is invariably never a straightforward answer.Transformer failure investigation process -
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11 Oct 2019Mining and MetalsOptimally manage your mine tailings
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Luciano Piciacchia, P.Eng., Ph.D.
Senior Consulting Expert, Earth and Infrastructure
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08 Oct 2019Power and RenewablesOperational readiness and commissioning plans: setting up effective controls
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Sylvain Boily, P.Eng., M.B.A., P.M.P.
Commissioning Manager, Operational Readiness and Commissioning
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03 Oct 2019Power and RenewablesDemystify the integration of new technologies
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Marc-André Perron, P.Eng.
Director, Management - Digital Power Systems
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01 Oct 2019Power and RenewablesHydro generators: introduction to stator windings
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François St-Germain, P.Eng.
Principal Engineer, Industrial and Hydro
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23 Sep 2019Other IndustriesSave time and money when integrating your new systems
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Mario Côté, P.Eng.
Senior Engineer, Automation
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16 Sep 2019Power and RenewablesAlarm rationalization: a guide for quick wins!
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Maxym Lachance, P.Eng.
Senior Engineer, Process Control and Operational Technology
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04 Sep 2019Power and RenewablesStationary batteries: Will yours work when you need them?
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Dominic Dubreuil, P.Eng.
Electrical Engineer
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04 Sep 2019Power and RenewablesThe challenges of integrating renewable energy sources into off-grid power systems
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Stéphan Landry, P.Eng.
Principal Engineer, Electrical - Power Generation and Apparatus
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15 Aug 2019Power and RenewablesIntegrating a renewable energy source into mining: six key steps
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Jean-Philippe Castonguay, P.Eng.
Director - Off-Grid Hybrid Power & Energy Storage
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09 Aug 2019Power and RenewablesIndigenous rights were formally enshrined in Section 35 of Canada’s Charter of Rights and Freedoms, but the courts have come to clarify Indigenous rights and the government’s fiduciary duty to consult under the Constitution Act, 1982.Supporting indigenous communities with environmental management plans
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Vincent Clément, P.Biol., RP.Bio., QAES
Senior Environmental Professional
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05 Aug 2019Power and RenewablesDo you need advanced control?
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Michel Ruel, P.Eng.
Expert, Process Control
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22 Jul 2019Mining and MetalsSlurry engineering: what to consider
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Roman Dorfman, P.Eng.
Principal Engineer, Piping
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05 Jul 2019Power and RenewablesPromoting environmental and social compliance of your projects
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Vincent Clément, P.Biol., RP.Bio., QAES
Senior Environmental Professional
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03 Jul 2019Power and RenewablesDigital Power Systems and Grid Modernization
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02 Jul 2019Mining and MetalsOre loading pockets are used at strip mining operation sites. They generally comprise a dumping station, the top of which is equipped with a protective bumper, a dumping tunnel dug into the rock itself, and an apron pan feeder installed at the bottom of the tunnel. Trucks unload the crude ore into the pit, which feeds the material into an apron pan feeder at the bottom of the loading pocket. This controls the flow of ore and transfers it into train cars that transport the raw material to the crusher, by train or an equivalent means of transportation, which may collect the ore from multiple loading pockets.Structural expertise in ore loading pockets
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27 Jun 2019Energy and Chemical ProcessesProven methods for reducing sulfur dioxide (SO2) emissions
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Joe Nava, P.Eng.
Global Director, Advanced Fuels and Chemicals
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14 Jun 2019Power and RenewablesIntegrating digital technology: Ready, set, go!
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Marc-André Perron, P.Eng.
Director, Management - Digital Power Systems
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13 Jun 2019Power and RenewablesNERC regulatory compliance program: where to start
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Éric Breault, P.Eng.
Senior Engineer, Electrical - Power Systems, Protection and Control
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11 Jun 2019Power and RenewablesEngineers’ responsibilities: Which version of the National Building Code should be used?
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Bertrand Comeau, P.Eng.
Principal Engineer, Structural
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05 Jun 2019Other IndustriesAt BBA, we sometimes work on systems that operate erratically and, as a result, don’t offer the expected performance. Low throughput, frequent shutdowns, premature failure, high electrical or raw materials consumption: the issues can vary. When discussions ensue, the system’s supplier is often blamed for not meeting the request. But the question that must be asked is: was the request clear? Were the design criteria properly defined to ensure the system would be optimally integrated? In short, did the supplier have everything required to properly meet the client’s needs?Successfully integrate your new systems!
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Mario Côté, P.Eng.
Senior Engineer, Automation
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23 May 2019Power and RenewablesIEEE 1584-2018 guide for performing arc-flash hazard calculations: comparative analysis with IEEE 1584-2002
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Joel Sourceaux, P.Eng.
Principal Engineer, Electrical - Power Systems, Protection and Control
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17 May 2019Power and RenewablesMake your operational data talk
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17 May 2019Power and RenewablesThe cyber risks of introducing new technologies into your operations
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José Alvarado, P.Eng., GICSP
Director, ICS Cybersecurity
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16 May 2019Power and RenewablesHydraulic simulation with 3D computational fluid dynamic modelling in a flood event
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Glen Ichikawa, P.Eng.
Senior Engineer - Hydropower
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15 May 2019Power and RenewablesCut your commissioning time with process control
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Marc Tardif, Technologist
Senior Advisor, Operations - Salt Lake City office
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