Custom Pad-Mounted Transformer Delivered to Barbados in Just 8 Weeks
Client Overview
A leading utility company in Barbados approached TMR Transformers to design and manufacture a custom pad-mounted transformer to support the island's growing infrastructure needs. The transformer had to meet stringent environmental standards, operate efficiently in the tropical climate, and fit within the company’s compact urban substation.
Challenges
1. Custom Design Requirements:
- The transformer needed a specific voltage ratio and capacity of 2500 kVA to integrate seamlessly into the existing grid.
- The design had to ensure compatibility with the utility’s underground cabling system.
2. Tropical Climate Durability:
The transformer had to withstand high humidity, salt air, and heavy rainfall without compromising performance or lifespan.
3. Fast Turnaround:
The client needed the transformer shipped and installed within 8 weeks to meet project deadlines.
4. Global Shipping Logistics:
Efficient packing and shipping arrangements were crucial to transport the transformer from India to Barbados without delays.
Solution by TMR Transformers
1. Collaborative Custom Design
- TMR’s engineering team worked closely with the client to develop a transformer design that met all specifications. Key features included:
- Stainless steel enclosures with anti-corrosion coatings to combat the tropical climate.
- A compact footprint to fit the urban substation’s space constraints.
- High-efficiency insulation to minimize energy loss in a hot and humid environment.
2. Advanced Manufacturing
The transformer was manufactured using state-of-the-art processes to ensure durability, efficiency, and compliance with international standards like IEC 60076.
3. Logistics and Shipping
TMR partnered with global shipping experts to ensure:
- The transformer was packed securely for ocean freight.
- All export documentation, customs clearances, and transportation were handled seamlessly.
4. Fast Turnaround
TMR completed the entire process-from design approval to manufacturing and shipping—in just 8 weeks, ensuring the client met their project deadline.
Results
1. Timely Delivery:
The transformer was delivered to Barbados on schedule, allowing the utility company to meet its infrastructure goals.
2. Performance Excellence:
The pad-mounted transformer operates efficiently, handling the tropical environment without any issues since installation.
3. Customer Satisfaction:
The client praised TMR Transformers for their commitment to quality, customization, and on-time delivery.