Brigg Power Station, located in Lincolnshire, East England, has a capacity of 40 MW. The biomass plant is primarily fueled by straw and produces enough energy to cover the total consumption of 70,000 households.
The Challenge
One of the primary contractors at Brigg Power Station approached Metalis to support with labour during the project. The project's scope required specialist electrical contractors with both technical expertise and a strong commitment to health and safety compliance, particularly given the plant’s complexity and operational demands.
The Solution
Metalis responded by providing highly skilled contractors to ensure the smooth and timely execution of the power plant project. These professionals took on key responsibilities, including:
Expertise in panel building, relay wiring, switchgear wiring, and containment, as well as LV/HV SWA glanding and termination.
Full competency in interpreting and working with Red/Green drawings.
Interfacing with the existing plant infrastructure while ensuring full compliance with health and safety standards.
The Outcome
Metalis successfully delivered a skilled contract team that provided several key benefits to the main contractor:
Timely completion: By supplying a reliable team of qualified electricians, the project finished on schedule, keeping the timeline on track.
Access to expertise: Metalis sourced certified engineers, ensuring stringent safety standards were met.
Budget adherence: All contractors fell within pre-set pay brackets, helping the main contractor meet financial targets without sacrificing quality.
Enhanced safety: The team’s strict compliance with safety protocols ensured safe, efficient project execution, minimising on-site risks.
Operational efficiency: Metalis provided specialists in LV/MV/HV electrical work and panel building, enabling seamless integration with existing equipment and ensuring operational continuity