They originally commissioned Actemium ICS to relocate an 8MW Steam Turbine Alternator Control Panel that needed to be moved out of the demolition zone to continue producing power and steam for the local area.

After a site survey, Actemium ICS were also asked to redesign and relocate a remote control system for three 11kV Switchboards. They manufactured three Remote Digital Mimic IO Panels, which were then connected to a new PLC SCADA system and associated controls for over 90+ MV Circuit Breakers in multiple MV Switchrooms within the power station.

As the project progressed, further scope was added including supply and installation of a Transformer Tap Changer Panel for the three 33kV to 11kV Incoming site transformers, which connected to the three 11kV Switchboards to provide distribution to the local businesses.

Having built a reputation with the client, Actemium ICS were then tasked with implementing a new Boiler Feedwater Control System, which would control the water treatment system that provides process steam to the local area for automated applications and the Steam Turbines for power generation. During the design of the Boiler Feedwater Control System, it was discovered that there was not enough power capacity locally within the new Boiler Feedwater Area as the closest power source was 175 meters away from where the new control panel would be located. As a result, Actemium ICS were also asked to design and install a new intermediate switchboard and interconnecting cabling to supply the Boiler Feed Water Control System.

Over the course of two years, Actemium ICS supplied a new intermediate switchboard along with interconnecting cabling to supply the Boiler Feed Water Control System as well as the new local and remote Turbine Alternator Control Panel, a new 11kV Switchboard Digital Mimic System, and the new Transformer Tap Changer Panel.

This project, which commenced in April 2018 and was completed in September 2020, was delivered by over 30 people involved on-site and required over 5000+ hours with a total cable length of over 4,000 metres, including 630mm² single-core AWA/XLPE Cable, 300mm² single-core AWA/XLPE Cable, and 150mm² single-core Green/Yellow 6491B.

This multimillion project had a special nostalgic feel for the Actemium ICS team as the original Turbine Alternator Control Panel, which had to make way for this project, was actually built by the company in 1999. This project highlights Actemium ICS’s ability to provide custom-engineered solutions that meet clients’ needs and overcome complex challenges, showcasing their expertise in delivering projects that demand a high level of technical skills and knowledge.