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National Trust for Scotland
Supplying power to Scotland’s remote communities
Background
The Isle of Canna and Fairisle are two of the most remote
locations in the UK – and neither has mains electricity.
We worked with the National Trust for Scotland and Scottish
and Southern Energy (SSE) to supply clean, quiet and reliable
power to the islanders – all the while protecting the
fragile environment.
What the client needed
The National Trust for Scotland came to us after 15 years of
trouble-free operation from our previous installation on Fairisle.
On the Isle of Canna we were asked to supply base power – and
on Fairisle the client asked us to install a prime power solution
to synchronise with a wind turbine. Our system would have to
cope seamlessly with the transition from wind to generator
power and back again – with no disruption to the supply.
Another important factor was the lack of lifting equipment
on the islands, and the need to keep costs to a minimum.
The Thistle Generators solution
For both locations we brought in large diesel tanks made from
plastic – to allow for easy handling and installation.
The generators on the Isle of Canna were two 60KVA units, to
replace two older 40KVA units. We also ensured there was space
for a third generator in the future – should demand increase.
Results
With the increase in output, islanders are now able to use
the full range of modern domestic appliances – as well
as maintaining their vital communications links with the mainland.
The National Trust for Scotland has also asked us to supply
a full maintenance package to ensure the gensets have a trouble-free
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find out how Thistle Generators can help you or your clients,
simply call 01698-814888 or email sales@thistlegenerators.com |
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