Binder Limited were invited to inspect an existing pump station and provide a quotation for a comprehensive refurbishment and upgrade.
Following a successful tendering process, Binder were awarded the project. The works included replacing the existing pipework, upgrading the pumps and installing a new control panel to provide the client with a more reliable and efficient pumping system.
A key requirement was ensuring the pump station could remain operational throughout the works, with no disruption to the client’s normal site operations.
The Challenge
The existing pump station required a significant upgrade, involving several different elements of mechanical and electrical work.
One of the main challenges was managing the incoming flows while the existing equipment was removed and replaced. The client needed to continue using the site as normal throughout the refurbishment, meaning careful planning and coordination were essential.
Key requirements included:
- Replacing the existing pipework
- Upgrading the pumps
- Installing a new control panel
- Safely accessing and working within the pump station
- Managing incoming flows throughout the works
- Keeping the pump station operational
- Minimising disruption to the client
- Completing the refurbishment within a tight timeframe
Our Solution
Binder carefully planned the refurbishment to allow the different elements of the project to be completed efficiently while maintaining normal site operations.
Our tanker, confined space and electrical teams attended site together, giving us the specialist expertise and equipment required to manage the complete refurbishment.
Managing Incoming Flows
A key part of the project was managing incoming flows while the existing pumping equipment was being upgraded.
Our tanker team supported the works throughout the refurbishment, allowing the project to progress without interrupting the client’s day-to-day operations.
Confined Space Working
Our confined space-trained engineers attended site with the necessary specialist safety equipment to safely access the pump station and carry out the required works.
Having an experienced in-house team meant the confined space element of the project could be coordinated alongside the wider refurbishment.
Pump and Pipework Upgrades
The existing pipework was replaced and the pumps upgraded as part of the refurbishment.
These improvements provided the client with an updated pumping system designed to support reliable ongoing operation.
In-House Electrical Expertise
Binder’s in-house electricians installed the new control panel alongside the mechanical refurbishment works.
Once the installation was complete, the electrical team carried out full commissioning of the upgraded system to ensure everything was operating correctly before leaving site.
Completed in One Day
Careful planning and coordination between Binder’s specialist teams allowed the entire refurbishment to be completed within a single day.
Throughout the project, we maintained close communication with the client, providing regular updates on progress and ensuring they remained fully informed.
Results and Benefits
The completed refurbishment provided the client with a fully upgraded pump station while allowing their normal operations to continue throughout the works.
Improved Reliability
The upgraded pumps, new pipework and control panel provide a modernised system to support reliable ongoing operation.
Complete In-House Solution
With tanker, confined space, mechanical and electrical expertise available within Binder, the different elements of the project could be coordinated through one experienced team.
Minimal Disruption
Incoming flows were successfully managed throughout the refurbishment, allowing the client’s site to continue operating as normal.
Fast Turnaround
The complete pump station refurbishment, including installation and commissioning, was successfully delivered within a single day.
Supporting the Client’s Wider Asset Portfolio
Following the successful completion of the refurbishment, the client has since invited Binder to inspect and assess additional assets across their portfolio.
The project demonstrates Binder’s ability to coordinate multiple specialist teams and deliver complete pump station refurbishment projects safely and efficiently, while working around the operational requirements of the client.
The result: a fully refurbished and commissioned pump station, completed within one day with minimal disruption to the client’s normal operations.
