Replacement of existing control panels at Kilkeel WWTW

    
FM Environmental working with Lowry Building & Civil Engineering replaced and upgraded the existing control panels and field cabling at NI Water’s Kilkeel Wastewater Treatment Works (WwTW). Kilkeel WwTW has a PE equivalent of 16,000 with a FFT of 144 l/sec and is an aeration-based treatment works utilising 2 No Oxidation Ditches and 2 No. large FST’s as its main treatment components.  

While it was a challenging project in light of the fact that the site treatment works had to remain operational and effluent compliance was a key priority. The FME site team working closely with the client NI Water and Pronto Engineering Group and successfully planned a controlled phased replacement and upgrade to ensure the project was safely carried out and to a high standard of workmanship without reducing the effluent standard.  

This replacement and upgrade represents a major investment in the Wastewater Treatment process at Kilkeel WWTW and will allow NI Water to efficiently monitor, control and treat the wastewater on site for many years to come.  

The existing multiple control panels and PLC’s had come to the end of their serviceable life and the new developed design, rationalised the requirements on site reducing the existing 3 large control panels to 2 No. back to back MCC units with 43 various starter sections in the main building which was then designed, built and tested to the latest NIW MEICAT Specification. In total approximately 21km of cabling was installed throughout the site.  

OUTLINE SCOPE OF WORKS    

1. Upgrade and replace of the three existing large control panels with a new Profibus based MCC c/w IPC HMI and SCADA package and upgrade Telemetry on site.
2. Replacement and upgrade of site wide instruments and actuators to Profibus compatible units.
3. Replacement and installations of various new flowmeters throughout the treatment process.
4.    Integrate various small proprietary control panels to the new MCC via a new Profibus network.
5. Develop and install a new PLC and Profibus network.
6.   Develop and implement a Functional Design Specification to resolve legacy issues on site.
7.   Re-design and upgrade the lighting within the MCC room.
8.   Design and install a ventilation system within the MCC room to remove excess heat.

The new MCC has been designed to provide centralised control using an IPC HMI SCADA based unit and PLC over a new Profibus network system to increase visibility, efficiency, reliable control and monitoring of the various plant and instruments through the treatment works.


Client                       NI Water

Main Contractor   Lowry Building and Civil Engineer in partnership with FM Environmental

Consultant             McAdam Design

Sub-Contractors    PRONTO Engineering Group, Flowtech and Park Electrical Services
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Loughshinny Handover

This week, after 18 months of successfully operating Loughshinny Wastewater Pumping Station, FM Environmental handed over the Operation of the Station to Irish Water / Fingal County Council.

This is a project in which JONS and FM Environmental designed, constructed and commissioned this new pumping station, for a difficult, public-facing location.

Thanks to all parties involved, including DDC our control and automation partner on this project and local residents, for a smooth and trouble free operation period.

If only we could get to work in such picturesque places all the time !!!

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    Placement Student in FM Environmental Ltd

    We would like to wish our placement student Oliver Grant the very best of luck as he embarks on his final years in Environmental and Civil Engineering in Queen’s University Belfast.

    Ollie commenced his one-year placement with us in May 2021. Within this time, Ollie worked alongside industry skilled professionals in the Contracts and Minor Mecia departments gaining hands-on, valuable, practical experience both in the office and onsite. Ollie also attended new training courses which included CSR, Manual Handling and Confined Spaces to increase his industry base knowledge. Throughout the year, it was very evident that Ollie’s confidence grew, as he put new skills into practice.

    We hope the experience he has gained in our company will equip him with etiquettes that are required to thrive in a stimulating and engaging environment.

    Goodluck Ollie in your next adventure!

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    Join Our Team!

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    Apprenticeship Programme

    Whether you’re just starting out, upskilling, or looking for a career change – there’s an apprenticeship for everyone!

    FM Environmental Ltd in conjunction with Southern Regional College – join the apprenticeship programme to learn, gain experience and get paid.

    Contact us today for more information – caroline@fmenvironmental.com

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    UPGRADE TO SLUDGE THICKENER PLANT AT BANBRIDGE WWTW

    FM Environmental working with Lowry Building & Civil Engineering carried out a major refurbishment of the Sludge Thickener Plant at NI Water’s Banbridge Waste Water Treatment Works (WwTW). While it was a challenging project in the tight timeframe the FME site team working closely with the client NI Water and other partners, successfully carried out the project safely and to a high standard of workmanship.

    This upgrade represents a major investment in the Sludge Treatment process at Banbridge WWTW and will allow NI Water to efficiently treat the Sludge produced on site and reduce costs when transporting the Sludge from site for many years to come.

    The existing Sludge Drum Thickeners had come to the end of their serviceability and reliability and had become very labour intensive and could only treat 1.5 l/sec of Thin Sludge. The new Huber S Disc Thickeners are each capable of treating 6.9 l/sec @1.0% DS.

    The Poly dosing system has been upgraded and automated to provide either Liquid Poly or Powder Poly Dosing and has been optimised to provide a Thickened Sludge @ 5.0% DS

    OUTLINE SCOPE OF WORKS
    1. Replacement of the two existing Drum Thickeners with Huber S Disc Thickeners
    2. Upgrade and automation of the Poly Dosing Plant
    3. Integrate the new equipment with the existing treatment processes.
    4. Upgrade of the lighting to LED energy efficient lighting within the Sludge Plant Room.

    The Huber Disc Thickeners have been designed to provide efficient thickening of sludge and the plant will provide reliable automatic operation. With its enclosed design and low speed operation this provides a reduction in odours, noise and airborne spray typically associated with sludge thickening. The Sludge Thickeners both use Final Effluent water to maintain themselves.

    – Client NI Water
    – Main Contractor Lowry Building and Civil Engineer in partnership with FM Environmental Consultant McAdam
    – Design Sub-Contractors Huber Technology, PRONTO/LMP and M&M Fabrication

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    Join Our Team!

    With a history going back to the early 70’s, FM Environmental is internationally recognised for providing design, manufacture, installation and servicing of pumping, wastewater treatment and grease management equipment.

    FM Environmental embraces the global challenges and opportunities that the wastewater treatment and recycling industry brings, forever striving to fulfill its Corporate Mission Statement: “to be a company that continuously Inspires, Innovates and Excels at everything it does.”

    We are actively looking for positive, proactive, and professional individuals to join our dedicated team. We want talented employees in our workforce and will create a role for the right person. This is your opportunity to be part of a company who deliver excellence, strive for continuous improvement and respond vigorously to change.

    Please click on the link for more information regarding the positions we are recruiting for or email caroline@fmenvironmental.com

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    Merry Christmas & Happy New Year!

    Merry Christmas from FM Environmental
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    Due to continued growth we are recruiting for the following positions. Click on the link for more information

    To apply for the position, click on the link below

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