As it stands, the original HVAC systems have reached the end of their service life, with many components now obsolete. To ensure the station continues to maintain the required environmental conditions, a comprehensive programme of works is underway to replace the existing systems with modern, efficient equipment. This upgrade is designed to support the station’s remaining operational life through defueling and beyond.
The project specifically focuses on the replacement and enhancement of the main supply and extract plant, HV1D.
In the late 1980s, SH23 was built to accommodate the station boards, battery rooms and associated distribution systems to increase redundancy in the station supplies. The battery rooms are served by a Heating and Ventilation (H&V) system designed to maintain optimal temperature conditions and safely ventilate any hydrogen gas released during battery charging.
As part of ongoing improvement works, the existing corroded Air Handling Unit (AHU) supply system and associated ductwork serving SH23 Battery Rooms are being replaced with a new AHU system.
In addition, upgrades are being undertaken to replace the existing Local Control Panel (LCP).
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