CASE STUDIES
Collaborating with Duratec, integrating one battery system across two states
CLIENT
Duratec
LOCATION
Karratha, Western Australia & Melbourne, Victoria
APS Power and Duratec collaborate to integrate Instagrid One battery system across seperate projects located in Western Australia and Victoria.
CLIENT CHALLENGE
The client faced the challenge of providing reliable power for a wide range of demanding tasks across multiple projects. The Melbourne site required power for welding, grinding, sanding, and blasting—activities that typically involve high energy consumption. Meanwhile, the Karratha project needed power for equally intensive tasks such as grinding, drilling, and caddy welding. Both projects had to be managed efficiently and without compromising on performance. The client initially used a trailerised 20kVA generator to meet site power requirements, but the complexity of tasks and the need for streamlined mobility called for a more flexible and robust solution.
SOLUTION HIGHLIGHTS
OUR SOLUTION
Instagrid One
The Instagrid One presents numerous advantages for project teams requiring portable, instant power—features that are typically associated with diesel generators. Its lightweight design (20 kg) and IP54 rating make it easy to transport to any location without the hassle of running extension leads across the site. Not only is this a convenient perk, it is also an OH&S benefit too.
While traditional power generation solutions still hold value on certain projects, the Instagrid One offers clients like Duratec reliable performance without ongoing costs or harmful emissions.
PROJECT OUTCOME
Key features Duratec identified for their operations
1. Environmentally Friendly: In just 2 weeks, a single Instagrid One unit reduced CO2 emissions by 321.8 kg. It also operates silently, eliminating noise, proving significant to traditional generators.
2. Portability: Unlike diesel generators that require transport and logistics, the Instagrid’s high peak power output can handle demanding power tools. This allows the team to bring power directly to their workstation, avoiding the need for extension leads from a stationary generator.
3. Efficiency: Diesel generators often run for long periods even when tools aren’t in use. Instagrid One generates power only as needed, making it a more energy-efficient option.
4. Cost-Effective: In two weeks, the Duratec team saved $262 in diesel costs. Over a year, this amounts to $6,812, not including further savings from reduced servicing, transportation, and refueling efforts.
KEY OUTCOME
The introduction of the Instagrid One provided a highly effective alternative to traditional diesel generators by offering a portable, environmentally friendly, and cost-efficient power solution. It enabled Duratec to meet the demanding power needs of both the Melbourne and Karratha projects without the logistical complexities and high running costs associated with diesel generators. By delivering power only when needed, it improved energy efficiency and reduced CO2 emissions significantly, solving the challenge of managing intensive tasks across multiple sites without compromising performance.
