Scania – Newcastle upon Tyne

Scania is a major supplier to the UK industry of trucks, buses, coaches and engines for industrial and marine applications.

Arrow Electrical were requested by the main contractor, Grattan Developments, to design and carry out an ATEX Zone 1 compatible electrical installation using our CompEx expertise.

Project Included

Site survey
ATEX Zone 1 lighting design working with Petrel
Gas detection design working alongside Dräger
Intrinsically safe fire alarm with automatic detection throughout

Electrical Design

Mains distribution in safe zone
Containment
Cabling
General power
Hazardous area compatible Petrel zone 1 LED lighting
Main earthing including pit

Gas Detection

Gas detection electrical interlock control panel designed by Arrow Electrical
Automatic roller shutters and ventilation system activated on detection of hazardous gas

Fire Detection Design

Containment
Cabling
Installation of intrinsically safe heat & smoke detection with sounders & strobes
Site plan
Fire-safe document box complete with log books

Testing and Commissioning

Commissioning paperwork
Certification
Full digital Operations Manual
Site handover & staff instruction and training

Completion of this project came within the dedicated timescale & budget.

Arrow Electrical have worked professionally on all projects they have been awarded.We have found them to be reliable, conscientious and competitive. We, as a company, particularly appreciate their commitment to meet our sometimes challenging deadlines with minimum disruption to site demands. Arrow have provided plant support to assist with breakdowns helping restore production. Arrow have worked accross departments within many of our depots and departments and always have a 'can do' attitude regardless of the challenge presented.

“We have dealt with Arrow for 16 years and have always found them to be professional, proactive and flexible company. This flexibility is paramount to us to reduce the risk of downtime in a very busy environment. When given a task Arrow come up with the most cost-effective solutions every time and deliver on time within budget.”

“We at Grattan Developments Ltd, have had the opportunity to work with Arrow Electrical on many occasions over several years and have always been impressed by the proactive attitude to which they approach and undertake the works required. Some of the projects has been technically challenging, and they are willing to assist with pre-installation advice to ensure that the works on site remain cost effective. On site, they have impressed our clients and always been able to resource the projects to meet the programme requirements. We look forward to our continued working relationship, as we can rely on Arrow Electrical to rise to the challenge.”