Fit out and installation of triple transformer chamber substation as well as standard single transformer chamber substation including the augmentation of 2 new 11 kV feeders from Homebush Substation.
CORE REQUIREMENTS
- Install 1 km of 500mm² cable through existing ducts
- Complete 4 x XLPE to Paper Insulated 11 kV Transition Joints
- Conduit Set out of both substations prior to concrete pour
- Fit Out Substations with Transformers and HV, LV switchgear
- Fit Out Substations with protection wiring including Optical Arc Flash protection
RESULTS
- Delivered ahead of schedule
- Zero safety incidents
- Effectively managed multiple complex issues with sub-standard existing infrastructure.
- Exceptional community relations and stakeholder management
- Effective management of scope creep by daily tracking methods
CHALLENGES
- Installation of 500mm² cable through 125mm conduit
- Multiple conduit blockages in difficult locations
- Existing Ausgrid Cables failed cable test
- Contaminated waste management
- High Density Residential Area
- Co-ordination with other utility owners of sensitive essential services