Newcastle Solar Project

Location:
Newcastle, New South Wales
Size MW DC:
2.575

Project Overview

SCOPE OF WORKS
Design & Construction Scope
SIZE (Ha)
2.8
EPC & BOP Construction

The Newcastle Solar Farm is a 2.5MWdc solar project located in Newcastle, New South Wales.

The project scope included civil works, fencing, piling, mechanical installation,and DC electrical construction. It deploys Schletter FS2V Duo fixed-tilt racking with Hi-MO 7LR5-72HGD PV modules, installing a total of 4,440 modules across the site.

Tranex Power was engaged by Cargill to deliver its construction package, coordinating civil, mechanical, and electrical work fronts to meet programme, quality, and safety standards.

Thesolar farm is grid-connected, delivering renewable generation into the local electricity network.

Execution maintained schedule discipline under local site conditions, with precise installation of fixed-tilt racking, PV modules, and DC electrical systems,ensuring a smooth transition into commissioning and operational readiness.

/ Solutions

Specialised Structural Solution

TranexPower delivered an end-to-end power generation solution to meet the client’s load requirements, engineering and installing the system to the highest standards. Due to reactive coastal soils, we selected and implemented a specialised structural solution to ensure durability and reliable operation.This approach not only secured continual power delivery but also extended the project’s operational lifespan by more than five years, providing the client with a resilient, long-term solution.

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