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Expert ICP and Civil Engineering Solutions Tailored to Your Needs

Emtec Utility Services specialises in ICP services and civil engineering solutions, tailored to meet your project goals. Our dedicated team offers expertise and reliability, ensuring efficient support from start to finish. With a commitment to excellence, we provide comprehensive utility solutions to suit your specific needs. Trust Emtec Utility Services as your partner for dependable and tailored utility support.

Elevate Your Utility Project with Emtec Utility Services

New Grid Connections

For new grid connections to distribution networks, private networks, or the national grid, we start by assessing feasibility and cost-effectiveness. Our expertise ensures the best grid connection solutions, accurately estimating available grid capacity within the network. We offer competitive quotes for contestable works, often at lower costs and with faster lead times compared to DNO proposals.

Expert Review and Challenge of DNO Costs

Our in-house experts are committed to delivering exceptional value through their comprehensive review and challenge of both contestable and non-contestable costs from DNOs. Our skilled engineers use their extensive industry knowledge to carefully analyse offers, pinpoint inaccuracies, and negotiate the most favourable pricing. This proactive approach ensures you receive accurate, transparent costs that align with your project budget and objectives. Partner with us to benefit from our dedication to maximising your project's value, empowering you with confident, informed decisions and outstanding results. Trust our expertise to enhance your utility project’s success.

Specialised Services

- High Voltage (HV) & Low Voltage (LV) Electric Designs: Comprehensive site assessments, detailed analysis, and precise calculations in line with UK safety standards.

- Consultancy Services: Expert guidance to optimise your operations and achieve your goals effectively.

- Project Management: Seamless execution from inception to completion, ensuring successful outcomes.

- Cable Laying and Jointing: Safe and efficient power distribution with precision-driven connectivity.

- Substation and Switchgear Installation: Supply and installation tailored to your specifications.

- Final Connections and Commissioning: Meticulous management of final connections and integration.

- Civil Works: Expert handling of associated civil works, including excavation and reinstatement.

Our dedicated project management team ensures seamless execution throughout the project lifecycle. We provide expert cable laying and jointing services, along with precise substation and switchgear installations. Additionally, we handle final connections and commissioning with meticulous care, and expertly manage all associated civil works, including excavation and reinstatement.

Trust us for professional, reliable, and efficient solutions tailored to your utility projects.

Why Invest?

A truly renewable source of energy
Reduces energy costs significantly
A cost-effective and scalable solution
Low maintenance costs
Makes a positive impact on the environment
Increases your grid independence and energy security
CSR and green credentials are enhanced
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Our Process

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01 Pre-construction
Initial feasibility
Design & Analysis
Grid connection application
Planning application
Client presentation
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02 Construction
SHEQ Overview
Procurement
Site Established
Material Delivery
Installation & Commisioning
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03 Post Construction
Client Handover & Training
Documentation
Transfer Monitoring Capability
Ongoing Operations
Maintenance

FAQs

What services does Emtec Utility Services provide?

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Emtec Utility Services specialises in Independent Connection Provider (ICP) services and civil engineering solutions. Our services include : HV & LV Electric Designs: At Emtec Utility Services, we offer exceptional High Voltage (HV) and Low Voltage (LV) electrical design solutions. Rely on our skilled engineers for comprehensive site assessments, detailed analysis, and precise calculations, all in line with UK safety standards. Consultancy Services: Benefit from expert guidance and insights, facilitating informed decision-making for your utility needs. Our consultancy offers valuable assistance to optimise your operations and achieve your goals effectively. Project Management: With unwavering dedication, our committed team provides comprehensive support throughout your project's lifecycle, guaranteeing seamless execution and successful outcomes from inception to completion, guiding your initiatives with expertise and reliability. Cable Laying: Our expert cable laying services ensure the safe distribution of power across a diverse range of projects, leveraging our expertise to deliver reliable and efficient electrical infrastructure solutions with utmost safety and precision. Cable Jointing: We deliver precision-driven cable jointing services, meticulously ensuring seamless connectivity and unmatched reliability within our completed networks, guaranteeing uninterrupted performance and peace of mind for our clients. Substation/Switchgear Installation: Our comprehensive services encompass the supply and installation of substation units and electrical switchgear, meticulously tailored to meet the precise specifications and requirements of our esteemed clients. Final Connections/Commissioning: We oversee the comprehensive commissioning of our installed assets, meticulously managing every step of the final connections, including any necessary shutdowns on the existing network, ensuring seamless integration and optimal functionality. Civils: To maintain control of our installations, our team of experts manage the civils associated with our installs. This may include track excavation, traffic management, road opening permits, foundation/slab construction and reinstatement works.

What is an Independent Connection Provider (ICP)?

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An Independent Connection Provider (ICP) is a company that can undertake some or all of the necessary works to provide a new connection to the electricity distribution network, as an alternative to the Distribution Network Operator (DNO).

How do you ensure cost-effective solutions for grid connections?

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We challenge DNOs’ connection offers by meticulously reviewing them for inaccuracies and proposing more economical solutions. Our expertise and competitive quotes often result in lower costs and shorter timescales for contestable works.

What are contestable and non-contestable works?

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Contestable works are the parts of the electricity connection process that can be carried out by an ICP, while non-contestable works must be performed by the DNO. We focus on providing competitive quotes and timely execution for contestable works.

How can I determine if a new grid connection is feasible for my project?

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Our team conducts thorough assessments to determine the feasibility of new grid connections, considering factors like grid capacity and commercial viability. Contact us to discuss your project, and we can provide an accurate estimate.

What types of electrical design services do you offer?

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We offer High Voltage (HV) and Low Voltage (LV) electrical design services, including comprehensive site assessments, detailed analysis, and precise calculations to ensure compliance with UK safety standards.

How can I contact Emtec Utility Services to discuss my project?

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You can contact us by calling 01698 808030 or filling out our enquiry form on the website. Our team is ready to discuss your ICP requirements and provide tailored solutions for your project needs. Ready to streamline your utility project with Emtec Utility Services? Contact us today to explore how we can support your project goals.

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