Bespoke Generator & UPS Solution for University Lab
Project details
1x AS325 diesel generator, Water Jacket Heater keeping the engine warm for cold-start reliability, Upgraded Control Panel with LED Lights and Indicators improving visibility and ease of monitoring, DE2157 BMS Expansion module DSE890 Remote Monitoring Package enabling real-time alerts and integration with building systems, Fire Shut-Off Valve ensuring safe fuel isolation in case of fire, 1x Fuel Storage Tank providing a secure on-site fuel reserve, Auto Fuel Filling Pump automatically maintaining fuel levels, Upgraded Bunded Base Tank with 10 hours autonomy and Bund Alarm offering extended run time with leak detection, Double-Skinned Pipework preventing leaks and ensuring compliance, Kingsway or equivalent Fuel Filling Point providing safe and industry-standard refuelling access, Fuel Polishing Kit maintaining clean and reliable fuel quality, Quick Connections Cabinet Style allowing fast hook-up of load banks, Quick Connections Cabinet Style allowing fast hook-up of rental sets, DSE 8610 Synchronisation Kit for the AS325 ensuring seamless operation with the UPS and no-break return to mains power, CPS Factory Acceptance Test (FAT) giving client assurance through pre-delivery testing, Generator / UPS Installation delivering complete integration of both systems, Generator Commissioning verifying correct operation on-site, Generator Decommissioning safely removing the old system, CPS Site Acceptance Test (SAT) confirming final on-site performance, Load Bank and Cable Hire enabling full load testing of the generator, Temporary Rental Set provided throughout the duration on the installation to ensure cover during installation, Motorised Louvers for the Plant Room providing automatic ventilation for safe operation, First Fuel Fill to the Internal Base Tank ensuring immediate readiness on commissioning, CPS 12-Month Service Contract and Emergency Call-Out Cover offering ongoing support and peace of mind.
Location: UK
Project overview
A leading UK University technology research facility appointed CPS to design and deliver a fully bespoke UPS and generator package. To ensure total protection for their critical laboratory operations. Even the slightest downtime risked causing irreversible damage to sensitive research, so uninterrupted power was essential.
The client engaged CPS from the very beginning of the design phase. Our team supported them throughout, attending multiple site meetings during pre-design, design, and installation phases. A dedicated project manager oversaw the works to ensure the process ran smoothly from concept through to final commissioning.
The agreed lead time was 8–14 weeks, covering design, manufacture, installation, and final client sign-off.
Project scope
CPS decommissioned the client’s existing UPS and generator system before installing a brand-new solution tailored to the site’s requirements. To mitigate downtime risks during installation, a temporary rental set was deployed on-site. This ensured seamless cover in the event of a mains failure.
Testing and quality assurance were built into every stage, with the project including both Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and Site Acceptance Testing (SAT). Our engineers also carried out load bank testing to validate system performance under full load conditions before final handover.
Due to the critical nature of the facility, we worked out-of-hours to ensure the laboratory remained protected. Additional resilience was provided with a bespoke fuel storage and polishing system, advanced remote monitoring, and a full synchronisation package for operational flexibility. The synchronisation system was designed to panel sync directly with the LV mains switchgear. Allowing a seamless, no-break return to mains supply once restored and ensuring the lab’s sensitive research equipment remained unaffected by changeovers.
This project demonstrates CPS’s ability to deliver end-to-end UK critical power solutions for highly sensitive environments. From decommissioning through to installation, commissioning, and after-sales support, we ensured the client’s technology lab now has a resilient, fully compliant power solution that guarantees seamless operation.
We are grateful to the client for their trust throughout this project and look forward to continuing our partnership. With a new service agreement already in place and future works planned.
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