NOVA Chemicals AST2 Electrical & Instrumentation & Fiber Optic

Client
Nova Chemicals

TCV
>200 M

Project Start
11/02/2020

Project Complete
12/23/2022

Introduction

This project scope statement outlines the details for the work completed by Mellon Inc. focusing on the electrical, fiber optic / communication, and instrumentation aspects for the construction of the AST2 Facility.

Objective:

The objective of the project was to install the required electrical and fiber optic cabling, lighting, and instruments necessary for the operational success of the AST2 facility, aiming for an annual production capacity of approximately one billion pounds of polyethylene.

Scope of Work:

The work involved included:

  • Cable Installation: Installed over 3 million feet of cable necessary for the power and control of the facility.

  • Cable Tray Installation: Installed over 300 thousand feet of cable tray to safely contain and protect the installed cables.

  • Lighting Installation: Installed over 700 lights to ensure appropriate illumination for safety and operational efficiency.

  • Instrument Installation: Installed over 800 instruments to monitor and control the facility's operations.

  • Termination Works: Completed over 100 thousand terminations to ensure correct and safe connectivity of the power and communication systems.

Deliverables:

The project resulted in the successful installation of the necessary electrical and fiber optic infrastructure, lighting, and instruments for the operational AST2 Facility.

Risks:

Potential risks included project delays due to unforeseen obstacles or challenges, unexpected cost increases, issues with subcontractors or suppliers, and the potential impacts of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. The pandemic could have resulted in potential disruptions to supply chains, labor availability, or other unanticipated delays. These risks were mitigated through careful planning, project management, and strict adherence to health and safety protocols to prevent COVID-19 transmission in the workplace.