#11351·R/M
Deposit Hammermill Capacity Upgrade
Upgrade Hammermill #1 capacity from 8 TPH to 12 TPH to support Q3 demand forecast.
East · Deposit Site
Dan Caron PM
Ryan Thompson Submitter
May 25, 2026 Est. completion
Jan 15, 2026 Approval date
12 years Useful life
Approval timeline
- DirectorSarah KimApproved1 month ago
- VP SupplyMike ChenApproved1 month ago
- VP OpsLinda RodriguezApproved1 month ago
- CFOMatt AndersonApproved1 month ago
- CEOTom BlakeApproved1 month ago
Total cost$285,000
Spent to date$185,00065% of budget
Forecast remaining$100,000
Annual benefit$420,000
Problem
Current Hammermill #1 capacity is limiting Deposit throughput during peak season. Q3 demand forecast exceeds current capacity by 35%.
Proposed solution
Upgrade rotor, screens, and drive motor. Projected capacity increase from 8 to 12 TPH with equivalent energy intensity per ton.
Justification
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Alternatives
| Option | Description | Total cost | Useful life | Recommended |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Option 1 — Recommended | Upgrade rotor, screens, and drive motor. Projected capacity increase from 8 to 12 TPH with equivalent energy intensity per ton. | $285,000 | 12 yrs | ✓ |
| Option 2 — Rebuild in place | Rebuild existing equipment in place with refurbished components. Lower upfront cost but shorter useful life and higher maintenance ongoing. | $185,250 | 8 yrs | — |
Payback & benefit
Simple payback4 months
5-yr NPV$1,538,938
IRR145.7%
Actuals (from ERP)
Sourced from the financial system integration. Last sync 2 hours ago.
8 transactions · $185,000
| Date | Vendor | Description | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 8, 2026 | Camfil APC | Vendor down payment / mobilization | $25,206 |
| Mar 7, 2026 | Andritz Feed & Biofuel | Progress billing | $25,110 |
| Mar 6, 2026 | CPM Roskamp | Progress billing | $24,917 |
| Mar 5, 2026 | Bliss Industries | Progress billing | $24,588 |
| Mar 4, 2026 | California Pellet Mill | Progress billing | $24,063 |
| Mar 3, 2026 | Kuhl Corp | Progress billing | $23,224 |
| Mar 2, 2026 | Grainger Industrial | Progress billing | $21,788 |
| Mar 1, 2026 | Motion Industries | Final invoice | $16,104 |
Attachments
- vendor-quote.pdf(245 KB)
- site-photo.jpg(1820 KB)