Commercial Electrical Installation, Leeds
MCN delivered the full electrical installation for a commercial unit in Leeds, including the design and build of a new high-specification distribution board, power and lighting circuits, containment infrastructure and final connections. The specification called for premium Schneider Electric Acti9 protective devices throughout, providing best-in-class protection across all final circuits.
Scope of Works
- Design and installation of new multi-way commercial distribution board in recessed blockwork enclosure
- Galvanised steel trunking and cable containment infrastructure throughout the unit
- Installation of Schneider Electric Acti9 iCV40H VigiARC arc fault detection RCBOs (AFDD) on all final circuits
- Schneider iCT 40A contactors for time-controlled lighting and plant switching circuits
- Surge protection device (SPD) installation at the DB incoming supply
- Power and lighting circuit installation, socket outlets and final connections
- Full testing and certification to BS 7671:2018 + A2:2022
Equipment & Specification
The distribution board was built to a high specification using Schneider Electric Acti9 devices throughout. VigiARC arc fault detection technology was specified on all final circuits, offering a significant uplift in fire safety protection over standard RCBO devices. A class II SPD was installed at the origin to protect against transient overvoltages.
Delivery
The installation was completed within a tight programme to support the client’s fitout schedule, with all circuits tested, certified and handed over on time.