Project background
Saftronics were approached by a blue-chip oil company to tender for their 415VAC switchgear replacement program at one of their operating plants. Following the ITT process, final award of a Sole Supply Framework contract was agreed.
Always Finding Solutions
Following the award, a dedicated framework / project management / finance and engineering team were put into place. Having already visited the site during the ITT process we revisited the site with the new team members to ensure all could understand the client’s requirements. Consultant services were implemented and are still ongoing on the client’s specifications as well as current standards and legislation on low voltage switchgear. Working with CoP standard electrical schematics were designed and agreed. Saftronics then built and tested prototype compartments and a bespoke test rig was built to prove the concept designs worked prior to production.
Successful Outcome
On completion of initial designs of the MCC steelwork, we manufactured the cable glanding facilities so that the cable contractors could trial prior to production. Our industry-standard manufacture, inspection, quality and test documentation was also reviewed and although the standards were met we implemented further processes, with all our customers benefiting to date.
Each MCC we have manufactured has a 3200amp (fully rated) 85kA for 1 second-rated bus bar system with approximately 160 outgoing circuits.