14. Initial Cost Analysis
The chapter discusses the process of converting initial costs into equivalent uniform annual costs using uniform series capital recovery factors. It also covers the estimation of salvage value, operating costs, and various cost components related to equipment ownership, such as depreciation, insurance, and taxes.
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What we have learnt
- The initial cost can be converted into an annualized cost using capital recovery factors.
- Salvage value needs to be annualized using the uniform series sinking fund factor.
- Operating costs can be estimated based on fuel consumption, labor factors, and other variable costs.
Key Concepts
- -- Capital Recovery Factor
- A factor used to convert an initial investment cost into equivalent uniform annual costs.
- -- Salvage Value
- The estimated residual value of an asset at the end of its useful life, needing to be annualized for cost purposes.
- -- Hourly Depreciation
- The cost accounted for the depreciation of equipment allocated per hour of use.
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