We are excited to announce the completion of our electrical installations as part of the £3.5 million Avish Water Pumping Station replacement project, commissioned by NI Water. This project, located within the Carmoney Water Treatment Works, plays a crucial role in enhancing water supply resilience for the Northwest of Northern Ireland.

Our Role in the Project

As the electrical contractor, we were responsible for a wide range of essential installations that form the backbone of the new pumping station’s operations. Key elements of our work included:

Electrical Installations: We handled the installation of distribution boards, containment systems, heating, intruder alarms, and fire alarms. Additionally, we carried out all electrical testing and commissioning to ensure everything was up to the highest standards.

MEICA/ICAT Work: Our team contributed to the Mechanical, Electrical, Instrumentation, Control, Automation, and Telemetry (MEICAT) systems, which are crucial for the station’s automated and real-time operations.

Surge Vessel and Compressor: We installed a surge vessel and compressor, ancillary works ensuring the station operates efficiently during pressure changes.

Power Supply: We worked on key power supply amendments, coordinating with Northern Ireland Electricity (NIE) to meet the requirements of the new pumping station.

Pipeline Adjustments and Connectivity: Our involvement extended to the modification of existing pipework, ensuring smooth connections between the new Water Pumping Station and Carmoney’s Water Treatment Works.

Supporting Critical Infrastructure

This project is part of the larger Carmoney to Strabane Strategic Trunk Main, which includes a new 28km pipeline connecting vital water infrastructure. The Avish Water Pumping Station serves as a key hub in this network, providing operational flexibility, enhanced resilience, and improved connectivity between the Northern and Western Water Zones.

Tzvetelina Bogoina, NI Water’s Director of Infrastructure Delivery, noted:

“We are delighted to announce the completion of this major Pumping Station, which plays a key role in improving the water supply infrastructure in the Carmoney area and wider Northwest. This investment will be particularly important during the winter months and other unplanned events, helping to reduce supply interruptions and restrictions, whilst enhancing water quality.”

A Commitment to Excellence

As part of this project, we also handled several modifications, including decommissioning old systems, installing Non-Return Valves (NRV), and performing various pipeline adjustments to integrate the new station seamlessly into the existing network. Additionally, we ensured all health and safety standards, including COVID-19 compliance, were met throughout the installation process.

Looking Ahead

The successful completion of our installations at the Avish Water Pumping Station marks a significant step forward in future-proofing the region’s water infrastructure. We’re proud to have contributed to a project that will bring long-term benefits to NI Water’s customers, providing a more reliable and robust water supply system for years to come.

Northern Ireland Water, (2024) ‘£3.5 Million Water Pumping Station Completed to enhance Water Quality in North West’. Northern Ireland Chamber of Commerce and Industry. Available at: https://www.northernirelandchamber.com/member-news/3-5-million-water-pumping-station-completed-to-enhance-water-quality-in-north-west/?utm_medium=email&_hsenc=p2ANqtz-9wAB5KlibD1yzjnuMeJoQj8sZUim7EV8sjNub74cFILREV6Tqquxc5oxbCl8FocSAmFtg3E8WKU7CWv6BgAvzlz1vdi01BwAVFtArAOhpVEoWN7u0&_hsmi=328703632&utm_content=328703632&utm_source=hs_email. Date accessed: 15/10/2024.