As the water sector prepares for AMP8, the focus is on delivering efficient, sustainable, and resilient infrastructure. AMP8 (Asset Management Period) refers to the eight upcoming regulatory cycle set by Ofwat that sets out the investment and performance targets for water companies in England and Wales, which runs from April 2025 to 2030.
For water companies, ensuring operational excellence requires dependable systems – and Motor Control Centres (MCCs) play a critical role in achieving this. At Shearfab, we specialise in manufacturing custom-built MCC carcasses and verified busbar systems, (to BS EN IEC61439-2:2021) providing the perfect foundation for integrating the equipment your projects require.
Motor Control Centres house essential equipment for managing electrical systems in water and wastewater treatment facilities. MCC carcasses, the outer structure, must be robust, durable, and adaptable to accommodate the operational needs of each site. This is particularly crucial in the water sector, where environments can be harsh and the demand for uninterrupted service is extremely important. Our MCC fabrications are designed to offer the reliability and flexibility needed to support a wide range of configurations.
The AMP8 period prioritises efficiency, sustainability, and compliance. High-quality MCCs contribute to these goals by:
- Enhancing operational reliability: our MCCs are built with precision and durability, reducing the risk of downtime.
- Supporting flexibility and innovation: we manufacture MCCs that adapt to your unique equipment needs, allowing you to implement cutting-edge solutions.
- Ensuring long-term sustainability: our MCCs are designed to withstand the test of time, even in demanding conditions.
Another way we help our customers meet AMP8 demands is through Design for Manufacture and Assembly (DfMA). DfMA is a modern engineering approach that simplifies the production and installation of complex systems like MCCs, reducing waste, improving build quality, and shortening project timelines. At Shearfab, we embrace DfMA principles to streamline the fabrication process, ensuring your MCCs are delivered with precision, consistency, and reduced on-site disruption. At Shearfab we can provide DfMA structural steel stairs, bases platforms and SR3 rated products, certified to BS EN IEC 1090 Execution class 2.
With AMP8 fast approaching, now is the time to invest in infrastructure that delivers long-term value. By choosing Shearfab for your MCC and DfMA fabrication requirements, you’ll gain a partner dedicated to providing dependable and customisable solutions tailored to your project’s specific needs.
Get in touch today to learn how we can support your AMP8 initiatives and help drive success in this exciting new phase for the water industry.