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Automatic Transfer Switch Installation

Posted on: January 17th, 2018 by Brian Emberson No Comments

The customer had an outdated power transfer system where  a manual change-over switch required an employee or contractor  to be onsite in the event of mains power being lost. This meant that someone had to physically start the back-up power generator and swap over the power supply.

If the above process wasn’t followed, there was a real risk of product spoilage at the facility.

As this was a fault that required human intervention, it was prone to human error. Also, if the fault occurred out of normal operating hours, additional cost was incurred for labour. 

Mobile Electrics proposed an Automatic Transfer Switch (ATS) to monitor mains power and automatically start the generator if mains power was lost. This allowed a seamless automatic changeover of power without any need for human intervention. 

Mobile Electrics stripped-out the old transfer switches. We then installed 2 Automatic Circuit Breaker (ACB) switches which required new busbars on the main board in addition to installation of the ATS unit.

The works were completed over a single weekend. This meant that there was no interruption to production and logistics at the warehouse. The nature of the work required the whole site to be isolated.

To ensure that there was no risk to the stock from spoilage, damage or theft Mobile Electrics supplied a temporary generator during the shutdown.

This risk mitigation plan ensured:

  • Chillers and air handling units kept the product at normal storage temperature.
  • Fire monitoring and essential services remained active
  • Security of the Gatehouse and perimeter security fences was uncompromised.

The ATS monitoring system now automatically starts the stand- by generator when the mains supply is lost. It then swaps between supplies once generator is up to  the required speed.

When mains power is reinstated the ATS system changes back to the mains supply automatically without loss of power to the site. It then automatically shuts down the generator.

This innovative installation by Mobile Electrics has eliminated human error.

Also, when the client is not running a 24 hour shift or working weekends, there are no issues about getting personnel on site to do the old manual change over.

This reduces the potential for an expensive product spoilage incident thanks to the new automated ATS system.

 

 

Boral Asphalt Manufacturing

Posted on: January 16th, 2018 by Brian Emberson No Comments

Boral Deer Park had an outdated and inefficient asphalt drying oven which was at the end of its life.

These ovens are used for high-forced volume thermal convection applications. They provide uniform temperatures throughout. It means that they are ideal for drying asphalt for quality control testing.

 A new state of the art drying oven was needed to ensure smooth and continuous asphalt production. 

As part of a multi disciplinary implementation team Mobile Electrics was responsible for:

  • Installation of new wiring to the updated drying oven,
  • Ensuring safe and continuous electrical supply to the oven
  • Co ordination of the electrical works with the oven supplier and other trades

 

This project called for an experienced and capable industrial electrical provider. One who had the resource to work under ‘short window’ time pressure. It was critical to complete the works within a tight  time frame to ensure asphalt production was not hindered.

Mobile Electrics was present at the initial start-up meetings. This was to identify risk and plan for contingencies. The major challenge was ensuring that all equipment was available on-site exactly when and where it was needed during various stages.

Mobile Electrics held ongoing meetings throughout the duration of the project to ensure all works progressed smoothly and that contingencies were developed around any unforeseen circumstances.

A further challenge was the Mobile Electrics needed to integrate some parts of the new system with the existing legacy infrastructure.

In all, Mobile Electrics had a team of up to 8 highly specialised electricians on-site at various stages of the project.

The result was that the works were completed to specification and on-time.

Customer feedback showed that they were extremely impressed with the way Mobile Electrics worked collaboratively to deliver the project without disruption to asphalt production.

It’s expected that the outcome of this project will realise the customer’s goals to boost reliability, reduce operating costs and improve production.

Electrical Factory Relocation

Posted on: May 31st, 2017 by Brian Emberson No Comments

Relocation of Taurean Doors

Mobile Electrics has recently partnered with Taurean Doors who is the leading manufacturer in domestic and industrial door systems. Mobile was asked to provide the service of unwiring all of the electrical components of their automotive machines from their New Zealand plant and then reconnecting all of the machines back up again at their Australian plant in Victoria.

The team at Mobile worked quickly and efficiently when unwiring and then rewiring the equipment used by Taurean Doors ensuring they would lose as little time as possible and also be granted the best service available.

 

Relocated equipment at Taurean Doors

A roller door that Taurean Doors manufacturers

Taurean Doors have built a reputation of supplying the community with doors that are ‘Taurean strong’, as all of their products have been constructed to a high quality and are made to last, this reputation is shown all throughout their operations. Taurean Doors chose Mobile Electrics to do the job because of their position in the electrical industry and because they are trusted professionals in what they do.

It took the Mobile team little time to fully reinstall the production line shown in the photograph above and to get it fully operating again, resulting in Taurean Doors being able to get back to what they do best, which is supplying high quality doors to the community.

 

Contact us on (03) 9761 8500 if your company is looking for a factory relocation or any electrical services.

Montrose Football Club Sponsorship

Posted on: April 28th, 2017 by Brian Emberson No Comments

 

Mobile Electrics has signed as a sponsor for the Montrose Football club again for the 2017 season.

Due to Mobile’s ongoing support and sponsorships to the football club each year, as a surprise for Mobile Electrics, the club have put a Mobile Electrics sign on the football oval as a symbol of appreciation.

Mobile Electrics will continue to sponsor the Montrose Football Club in years to come and continue to provide ongoing support to the community.

Electrical and Automation Support fits right in with this manufacturer

Posted on: June 1st, 2016 by Brian Emberson No Comments

Mobile Electrics, 03 9761 8500. Recently the team at Mobile Electrics have been working with an organisation that supplies Steel Framing for the construction industry. This manufacturer, located on Merrindale Drive in Croydon have used the expertise of Mobile Electrics for an ongoing basis for electrical and automation support for their diverse range of roll mill forming machines and other associated equipment.

The machinery involved includes Samco and Dallen Mill Rolling Machines, AMS Length Controls, as well as various presses and punches. In addition, other equipment includes Siemens ET200 and Allan Bradley Micrologix 1200 and 1600 PLCs, Proface touch screens and Siemens drives.

If your company requires a professional electrical and automation team, give Mobile Electrics a call on 03 9761 8500.