Keeping the power running smoothly during an upgrade of legacy systems sure is a challenge. Luckily, it’s one the team at Intelepower tackled without interruption to service for the customer.
QUICK OVERVIEW
As the boundary between residential and commercial space blurs, the demand for sophisticated power redundancy has moved from the data centre into the urban infill project. When deploying ups systems australia wide, we prioritise compact, high-efficiency units that provide seamless transition during grid fluctuations, protecting the sensitive digital infrastructure that modern ‘live/work’ tenants rely on.
Developing mixed-use urban projects requires a highly coordinated approach to ensure infrastructure fits seamlessly into functional spaces. Our integrated design and construct model allows us to design and build custom power solutions simultaneously. This unified process eliminates 100% of the friction between separate planning and installation phases, ensuring that energy storage and backup systems are perfectly tailored to the building’s spatial limits from day one.
The technical complexity of a ‘live-work’ asset demands robust planning to safely manage different energy profiles. By applying a rigorous engineering design and construct framework, we were able to engineer custom battery enclosures and backup systems that meet strict structural and fire-safety standards. This end-to-end technical oversight ensures the power system remains a 100% dependable asset for both the residential occupants and the commercial spaces below.
Upgrading legacy systems while the system remains in live status requires an acute understanding of power systems, site infrastructure, system design and project management. Century Yuasa meets these requirements using industry best practice and compliance to all national standards.
A typical Infill project will require the replacement of existing legacy systems and where possible, Century Yuasa will use existing assets to reduce the project costs. Site audit inspections and investigation of relevant reports before the project commences is paramount to identifying issues and reducing overall risk.
For inner-city redevelopments, understanding the site’s current power limitations is critical. Executing a professional Electrical Assets Audit is a 100% essential first step to identify any potential capacity bottlenecks or non-compliant wiring. This comprehensive diagnostics process reveals the exact electrical health of the building, providing an opportunity for growth in efficiency and ensuring your new energy infrastructure integrates safely and at peak performance.</p>
Using the typical analysis tools, Century Yuasa is able to assess, plan and deliver quality cost effective solutions while enabling the client to continue business as usual.
TYPICAL PROJECT ANALYSIS TOOLS
- Environmental Considerations
- Site Access
- Remote Area Community Awareness
- Network Hazards Analysis
- Contact Response Plan
- Work procedures and instructions
- Fall back strategy
- Battery Management Plan
- DC safe work procedures and cut-over
- AC safe work procedures and isolation requirements
- Low Voltage Electrical Work
- Asbestos Assessment
- Live Electrical Work Procedure
- Logistics
TYPICAL INSTALLATION
During the initial assessment, Century Yuasa will review all documentation relevant to the project including the structural report, scope of works, SLDs (AC, DC and Earthing), equipment layout
and the asbestos report before commencing any project works. Any queries about the design or any changes to the allocated equipment will be consulted and agreed apon between the parties prior to
commencement.
Century Yuasa will provide a standard procedure that seeks to capture all potential hazards and risks associated with carrying out project work. Key activities are identified, asssessed and appropriate
risk management controls are implemented, in consultation with any affected stakeholders.
The following activities is an example of a typical Infill live work project after all the compliance and diligence requirements have been met;
- Remove any legacy rectifiers and associated rectifier sub rack modules.
- Install power core shelves into existing legacy racks and controller shelves.
- Install High Efficiency rectifiers.
- Install and commission new battery racks and associated batteries.
- Install new 4 way panels configured as A + B plane distribution.
- Extend all relevant alarms to the Alarm System IDF.
- Install all the required earth cabling to conform AS3015 standards.
- Any new batteries and rectifiers will be installed in accordance with the vendor’s guidelines.
- Update any database to reflect changes to the power system and associated equipment.
All projects are reviewed on completion to identify process improvements and cost efficiency. Photos and images are captured and provided to the client for their records and any outstanding issues are responded to.
By hardening the site’s energy backbone, we delivered a resilient solution that supports both the lifestyle and professional requirements of the development. This modern DC Power System Installation provides a future-proof foundation, allowing for the eventual integration of renewable sources and advanced energy storage as the building’s load requirements evolve over the coming decade.