In the food manufacturing industry, even a brief power outage can result in significant production losses, equipment risk, and supply chain delays. That’s why Victoria Foods partnered with Hoodridge Industrial Automation to secure their operations with a high-capacity 650kVA Caterpillar (CAT) diesel generator installation.
Project Overview
Our brief was clear: deliver a robust, fully automated backup power solution capable of supporting Victoria Foods’ processing lines, cold storage, and critical control systems — without missing a beat.
Key components of the project included:
- Procurement and delivery of a 650kVA CAT diesel generator
- Custom generator plinth construction and acoustic considerations
- Supply and commissioning of a heavy-duty Automatic Transfer Switch (ATS)
- Full power cabling, earthing, and control integration with existing infrastructure
- Fabrication and installation of a heavy-duty overhead cable tray system, designed to route and protect power cables across factory buildings
- Load testing and commissioning under real operational conditions
This installation was designed not just for resilience — but for longevity, safety, and maintainability.
Why the 650kVA CAT Generator?
- Caterpillar generators are world-renowned for:
- Reliable high-load performance
- Low vibration and noise levels
- Advanced controller options for remote monitoring
- Long service life under demanding industrial loads
For Victoria Foods, this meant a solution aligned with the strict uptime standards of food-grade production, while offering smart controls and scalability.
Outcome
Since commissioning, Victoria Foods has experienced:
- Zero production interruptions during grid failures
- Improved protection of refrigeration and processing systems
- A tidy, safe, and maintainable cable management solution, thanks to the overhead cable tray installation
- Peace of mind knowing critical systems are always powered
- Hoodridge continues to provide post-installation support and servicing, ensuring optimal generator performance.
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