2.1: Collection Network Design: Regional Transfer Station Network Implementation
Socra 2.1: Collection Network Design
Title: Regional Transfer Station Network Implementation
Description:
Design and implement 6 regional transfer stations for coconut husk collection and initia
### Socra 2.1: Collection Network Design
**Title**: Regional Transfer Station Network Implementation
**Description**:
Design and implement 6 regional transfer stations for coconut husk collection and initial processing, including equipment, logistics, and operations.
**Who**: Marc Diamond, Operations Team, Equipment Suppliers
**What**: Complete transfer station network setup
**When**: Q2-Q3 2024
**Where**: 6 strategic locations in Brazil
**How**: Through systematic deployment of standardized stations
**From Document**:
- 6 regional stations (shipping containers)
- Equipment per station:
- Dryers, Shredders, Balers (R$650K each)
- Construction (R$250K each)
- Conveyor Belt (R$170K each)
- Garbage Trucks (R$400K x 3)
- Monthly Opex:
- Loaders (2 x R$1,524)
- Baggers (2 x R$1,524)
- Truck Drivers (2 x R$3,000)
- Truck Assistants (2 x R$1,524)
**Objectives**:
- Design standardized station layout
- Source and install equipment
- Establish operational procedures
- Implement logistics network
- Train local teams
**Success Metrics**:
- 6 stations operational
- Equipment installed and tested
- Staff hired and trained
- Collection routes established
- Processing targets met
**Dependencies**:
- Legal approvals
- Equipment procurement
- Land/location agreements
- Staff recruitment
- Training programs
**Resource Requirements**:
- R$7.7M CAPEX
- Equipment suppliers
- Construction teams
- Training resources
- Operations staff
**Timeline**:
- Start: Q2 2024
- Duration: 16 weeks
- Key Milestones:
- Week 1-4: Site preparation
- Week 5-8: Equipment installation
- Week 9-12: Staff hiring/training
- Week 13-16: Operations launch
**Status**: Pending Funding
**Key Stakeholders**:
- Marc Diamond
- Operations Manager
- Equipment Suppliers
- Construction Teams
- Local Staff
- Municipal AuthoritiesBy Life Exponential