BRUSH Transformers have supplied, manufactured, designed and installed a brand new 132kV – 11kV transformer at a Cheapside substation in Birmingham; an excellent demonstration of BRUSH’s capability to meet logistical challenges in city centre environments.

The task of installing the new 132kV – 11kV transformer at the Cheapside substation in Birmingham proved to be challenging due to the limited accessibility. Access to the substation was only possible via a narrow corridor, and to complete the job safely and quickly, BRUSH engineers had to devise a solution for moving the large transformer unit into place.

BRUSH engineers provided a solution by splitting the 132kV transformer unit, along with the related cooling banks, into two individual units. By doing so, they significantly reduced the overall transportation height of the units, and reduced the amount of on-site assembly work required.

A team of engineers from BRUSH oversaw every aspect of the project, with some of the work being undertaken at the weekend. The team worked closely with various specialist contractors who transported the transformer and conducted precision crane lifts. Every detail of the project was carefully planned and executed by BRUSH’s dedicated team.

Transformer Services Manager, Justin Johnson at BRUSH Transformers stated, “The Cheapside project is another fine example of what BRUSH does best. We are known for taking on those jobs that require real engineering innovation and hands-on skills.”

He went on to say that:

“It isn’t easy transporting a 132kV transformer unit of this size into a tight urban centre space but, thanks to our team thinking ‘outside-of-the-box’, we were able to bring it to fruition with precision. “