Project complexities, simplified by Alpha:
- Greenfield reprofiling and ground validation, including GI investigations and soil sampling to inform earthworks strategy. This ensured the site was suitable for development, reducing long-term settlement risk and protecting high-value BESS assets.
- National Grid interconnector installation and third-party liaison, integrating the BESS facility into existing substation infrastructure. Careful coordination ensured a seamless technical and compliance handover between Ethical Power and National Grid requirements.
- High-volume service infrastructure within a confined footprint, including installation of over 500m of precast cable troughing alongside piling and heavy-lift operations. Sequencing and supply chain control prevented site congestion and maintained safe, efficient delivery.
- Integrated drainage and fire suppression commissioning, including new outfalls to existing watercourses and liaison with asset owners. Ensured compliant environmental protection and safe operational readiness at handover.
Scope of Works:
- Ground investigation, soil removal and reprofiling of the greenfield site. Established a compliant and stable development platform for the BESS compound.
- Installation of 500m+ precast concrete cable troughing, providing durable and accessible service routes to battery units. Enabled maintainable cable management and long-term operational flexibility.
- Excavation and construction of reinforced concrete foundations and ground-bearing ring beams. Delivered structural stability for energy storage equipment and perimeter security systems.
- Installation, testing and commissioning of below-ground drainage systems, forming new outfalls into existing watercourses. Provided effective water management and reduced environmental risk.
- Construction of permanent maintenance access roadways, incorporating quarried materials and defined kerb lines. Facilitated safe and reliable ongoing maintenance operations.
- Installation and commissioning of fire suppression systems and hydrants. Ensured compliance with fire safety requirements and protected high-value battery infrastructure.
- Installation of earth mat and earthing systems. Delivered electrical safety, regulatory compliance and traceable testing certification.
- Installation of palisade fencing and secure access infrastructure. Provided compliant perimeter protection for critical energy assets.
