UTILITIES

The backbone of any modern community is a reliable and efficient water and wastewater infrastructure. Delivering clean water and treating wastewater requires a robust electrical design at its core. At Eldergate, we understand the specific needs of the utilities industry and offer a comprehensive range of electrical design services tailored for water and wastewater facilities.

Powering Essential Services: The Role of Electrical Design in Utilities

Our team of experienced electrical engineers provides expertise across the entire project lifecycle, from initial planning to construction and commissioning:

• Water Treatment Plants: Delivering safe drinking water involves complex processes requiring reliable electrical systems. We design power distribution systems for pumps, filtration equipment, disinfection systems, and control panels. We prioritize energy efficiency and ensure all systems comply with relevant safety regulations.
• Wastewater Treatment Plants: Effective wastewater treatment requires a combination of electrical and mechanical processes. We design electrical systems for pumps, aeration equipment, blowers, and digester heating. Our designs optimize energy consumption and ensure efficient wastewater treatment while maintaining environmental compliance.
• Water & Wastewater Distribution Systems: Delivering water and collecting wastewater relies on extensive networks of pumps, valves, and control systems. We design electrical systems for pumping stations, supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA) systems, and leak detection technologies. These systems ensure efficient water distribution and reliable wastewater collection.

Beyond the Basics: Adding Value Through Electrical Design

We offer more than just electrical drawings; we deliver value through our experience:

• Resiliency and Redundancy Design: Water and wastewater treatment facilities are critical infrastructure. We prioritize system resiliency by incorporating redundancy measures into our designs, ensuring uninterrupted operation even during power outages. This includes incorporating backup generators and emergency power systems.
• Integration with Control & Automation Systems: Modern water and wastewater facilities rely heavily on automation for efficient and optimized operations. We seamlessly integrate our electrical designs with control systems for real-time monitoring, process control, and data analysis.
• Expertise in Instrumentation & Control Systems: We possess in-depth knowledge of instrumentation and control systems used in water and wastewater treatment. This allows us to design electrical systems that effectively power and integrate with these critical components for accurate data collection and process control.

Case Study

At the £20 million Scottish Water Dalmuir Wastewater Works upgrade, we designed and delivered electrical systems, including power distribution, MCCs, and switchgear, to enhance operability and efficiency. Our solutions optimized energy use and modernized the facility, setting a benchmark for sustainable wastewater management in the UK.