Temporary Power for Critical Maintenance at a Large Food Manufacturing Facility
Location:
Skelmersdale, North West England
Sector:
Industrial
Service Offering:
Hire & Fuel
Project Overview
Central Power Services (CPS) was appointed to deliver a robust temporary power solution for a major food manufacturing facility in Skelmersdale. The client needed to carry out essential preventative maintenance on its electrical infrastructure, which required a full mains power shutdown.
A reliable temporary supply was critical to keeping essential systems operational and ensuring safety throughout the works.
Central Power Services was appointed to deliver a robust temporary power solution for a major food manufacturing facility in Skelmersdale
Challenges
- Full mains power shutdown required during maintenance
- Continuity of essential operations and safety systems throughout the outage
- Tight scheduling to minimise production downtime
Our Solution
Central Power Services provided a complete temporary power package, designed to maintain full operational capability while maintenance was carried out.
- Generator supply: Delivered and installed a 500 kVA generator to provide reliable temporary power
- Integration: Connected the generator to key site loads to ensure continuity for critical processes
- Support services: Included fuel management, cabling, and on-site commissioning for seamless operation
- Rapid deployment: Coordinated logistics and installation to meet the maintenance schedule
The solution was planned and executed to align with the client’s maintenance programme, ensuring minimal disruption to production.
Outcome
The preventative maintenance was completed on time and without disruption to essential operations. Central Power Services’ solution ensured business continuity, minimised downtime, and supported the client’s commitment to safety, reliability, and operational efficiency.
Working in Partnership
Close collaboration with the client’s engineering and operations teams was central to the project’s success. Central Power Services worked closely with site personnel to plan the temporary power strategy, coordinate installation, and manage ongoing support. This partnership-led approach enabled seamless maintenance execution and uninterrupted performance across critical systems.
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