Lochay 132kV Substation
Scotland
Project synopsis
Civil and structural detailed design for the construction of a new 132kV substation adjacent to the site of the existing hydroelectric power station.
Contractor
Global Infrastructure
End client
SSEN
Tony Gee provided detailed civil and structural design of the proposed development, the project involved collaborative working across SSEN multidisciplinary teams as well as our own supply chain for both architectural and M&E services.
Following a condition assessment of the existing 132/11kV grid transformers at Lochay Substation, it was decided that both transformers needed to be replaced. The project required the design of a new substation building, transformer bunds and bases, civils and infrastructure associated with the compound and drainage.
Tony Gee’s scope of works included:
- design of a 50m long 5m wide steel portal frame control building clad in a combination of masonry and Kingspan cladding
- foundation design for the building including a basement beneath the switchgear
- design of two transformer bunds and two ET/MT bunds
- drainage; including surface water, foul water and oily water
- external works including roads, fences, delivery slabs and vehicle tracking
During the initial contractor involvement phase, Tony Gee provided the platform design, earthworks and main drainage diversion. We were responsible for the architectural elements as well as the low voltage M&E elements of the project through our supply chain partners.
As part of the scheme, a surface water and foul water drainage design were completed; co-ordination with stakeholders took place to assist the client in gaining the relevant consents required for discharge.
The project was modelled in 3D using Revit and fully co-ordinated with the various disciplines involved in the project including the HV electrical designer to ensure a complete and co-ordinated solution.
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