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CESK Data

from Cleopatra Enterprise

CESK Data (Cost Engineering Standard Knowledgebase) is our in-house cost database. It empowers professionals in project controls and turnaround management to create more accurate estimates. It provides data across various industries, including the process industry, offshore wind, mining, energy, offshore installations, and marine works sectors.

Over 1,5 million cost items

Based on 2.000+ real-life projects

Globally applicable

Project variables and cost models in a dashboard

The CESK contains cost estimation models to estimate costs and quantities even in early design stages. Equipment models use parameters typically found on equipment lists, complemented with project and locational parameters. Through Cleopatra, CESK equipment models can be linked to your engineering system for streamlined estimating of design.

Detailed estimates are supported by the CESK’s unit rates and smart unit rate assemblies. Material Takeoffs (MTO) or Bill of Quantities (BOQ) be read and estimated by Cleopatra automatically, leveraging the power of Cleopatra’s cost estimating software to speed up your estimating process.

The CESK contains built-in analytics and reporting capabilities. By having standard breakdown structures already included, reporting your estimates has never been easier. It doesn’t matter if you develop your estimate from our unit rate library or by using the equipment cost models, it will always provide in transparency in the cost build-up. This solution ensures a unified, standardized approach to analysis and reporting, assuring consistency in terminology and standardization across all projects.

CESK cost database dashboard with unit rates
CESK dashboard showing variables and cost models per region and project

Our cost database stands out by providing support for both metric and imperial units of measurement. Moreover, it considers the distinctive characteristics and productivity metrics of various regions. It incorporates local labor and material costs, location factors, equipment costs, and task-specific hours.

In collaboration with esteemed partners such as Richardson Cost Database and George Fischer Piping Systems, Cleopatra ensures the reliability of its cost database. These partnerships guarantee continuous monitoring and maintenance of data quality, drawing from a wealth of project experiences worldwide. Whether leveraging our standard cost library or third-party data, you benefit from a trustworthy foundation.

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Over 1.5 million cost items

Support estimates from conceptual to detailed

Reliable and up-to-date cost data

Adaptable to location and market conditions

Built-in data analysis features

Completely transparent

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A ready-to-access cost knowledgebase

A globally used cost and labor norm knowledgebase maintained by our data professionals.

CESK cost database dashboard with unit rates

FAQs about CESK Data

  • How is the estimating data developed and maintained?

    We develop our CESK estimating data using various methods, such as market research, analyzing historical data, consulting experts, developing cost models, and updating it based on industry standards and trends.

  • Can cost data be used for specific locations, even if the original data is not calibrated for that region?

    Yes, you can use cost data for specific locations, even if it’s not calibrated for that region. Adjustments and allowances may be necessary to account for regional differences using local indices, benchmarks, or expert judgement

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