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Project Background
Walney Substation – Utilities Fencing
Client NameØrsted
Timescale2017 - 2018
SectorUtilities Fencing
With the ability to power over 590,000 UK homes from a total capacity of 660 mw, Walney Extension is set to be the biggest offshore wind farm in the world when it is commissioned at the end of 2018. The project is 100% owned by Ørsted and required a new cable corridor to be installed to its Electrical Substation near Heysham.
The new onshore Substation covers an area of reclaimed marsh land and required an innovative perimeter and internal fencing package to be designed to offer the highest levels in security and electrical safety. Design work started in 2017 and looked at how existing fencing systems could be used to create a bespoke solution.
The project was installed as part of a Joint Venture with Lowther Forestry Group, a member of CLD Approved Contractor Scheme (ACS) network member who was involved throughout the entire process and their work is a testament to the success of the project.
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Fencing and Gate Systems
Five systems in total from our range of Rigid Mesh Fencing and Security Gate solutions were required to complete the project, including LPS 1175 fencing and gates.
- Securus-Lite SR1 358 Mesh Fencing
- Dulok 656 Twin Wire Mesh Fencing
- FibreFence GRP Mesh Fencing
- Slidemaster SR1 Cantilever Sliding Gate
- Lockmaster Swing Gate with 656 Rigid Mesh Infill
In addition all of the external fencing systems were partnered with Gallagher Monitored Pulse Fencing. The system delivers a safe and controlled, energised pulses that last only a millisecond – enough to give a potential intruder a fright and deter them from making a second attempt on the fence.
Electrification work was carried out by Gallagher Channel Partner; SPG Security Systems Ltd. who worked alongside Lowther to complete the project.
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The Brief
Protecting Critical National Infrastructure in the Utilities Industry presents a number of challenges that had to be overcome.
- External Perimeter to offer guaranteed delay against attack
- All fencing to be earthed or offer non conductive features
- Internal Fencing to include multiple systems including Rigid Mesh and GRP in same fence line
- External Perimeter and Physical Access Control to be compatible with power fencing (electric fencing) to meet security requirements
- Internal Fencing to be base plated
CLD Fencing Systems went the extra mile with us on this project. The whole package was well received by the end client. It shows how Manufacturers and Fencing Contractors can work together to share ideas and innovations.
Tom Saward Lowther Forestry Group
Benefits of using Securus-Lite SR1 358 Rigid Mesh Fencing
- 76.2 x 12.5mm Anti-Climb 358 Mesh Apertures
- LPS 1175 SR1 Tested and Certified
- Secured by Design accredited
- Additional Security Toppings Available
- Heights of 2.4m and 3.0m
- Full length Clamp Bar for added security
- Polyester Powder Coated in a full range of RAL Colours
Benefits of using Dulok Twin Wire Rigid Mesh Fencing
- 868 and 656 Twin Wire Mesh Options available
- Anti-cut-through panels
- Full length clamp bar
- Sheardrive Fixings available
- Wide range of height options (up to 6030mm high)
- Full range of RAL colours available
Benefits of using FibreFence GRP Mesh Fencing
- Non conductive Fencing
- Radio-transparency
- Frangibility, in compliance with ICAO “Aerodrome Design Manual, Part 6, 1st ed. 2006” standards
- Resistance to corrosion
- Resistance to heat and UV rays
- Fast and cheap reparation in case of damage
- Possibility to use a small-sized mesh or bury it to avoid intrusion by small animals
- Cheap installation and no need for maintenance, even in the long term
- Design and manufacturing upon customer’s specifications
- Possibility to install additional anti-intrusion and monitoring/control systems
Benefits of using Slidemaster SR1 Cantilever Sliding Gate
- Excellent visibility for CCTV
- Clear drive through widths up to 8000mm
- Fully compliant with safety regulations
- LPS 1175 SR1 Guaranteed Attack Delay at least 60 seconds
- Secured by Design accredited
- Full range of RAL colours available
- Power Fence Compatible
- Full security topping range compatible
Benefits of using Lockmaster Swing Gates
- Single and Double Leaf Options
- All infills to match our range of Rigid Mesh and Decorative Fencing Systems
- Wide range of locking options
- Heights up to 4000mm
- Widths up to 12000mm Double Leaf
- Widths up to 6000mm Single Leaf
- Hot dipped galvanised and Polyester Powder Coated in a full range of RAL Colours
- Inwards, Outwards and 180 degree opening