Power Factor Correction and Environmental Remediation

SCOPE OF WORK
  • Installation of four large capacitor reactor banks
  • Integration with historic substation infrastructure (built 1958)
  • Control systems integration and commissioning
  • Safe removal of 600 meters of potentially PCB-contaminated PILC cable
  • Contamination prevention and containment procedures per CEPA 1999
  • System testing and performance verification
PROJECT HIGHLIGHTS
  • Comprehensive Solution: 12 MVAR power factor correction with environmental remediation
  • Historic Integration: Modern equipment integrated into 1958-era substation infrastructure
  • Environmental Compliance: CEPA 1999 compliant PCB contamination handling
  • Efficient Timeline: Complete installation and remediation in 9 weeks
ENVIRONMENTAL COMPLIANCE

A significant component of this project involved the safe removal of 600 meters of Paper Insulated Lead Coated (PILC) cable with potential PCB contamination. Our team employed comprehensive contamination prevention and containment techniques in full compliance with CEPA 1999 regulations, ensuring safe handling and disposal of hazardous materials.

Project Details

Owner: Northern Manitoba Mine
Completed: 2018
Duration: 9 weeks
Capacity: 12 MVAR
Equipment: 4 Capacitor Reactor Banks
Cable Removal: 600 meters PILC
Compliance: CEPA 1999
Location: Manitoba