2000kVA Kenya
PROJECT DETAILS

Company: Grain Bulk Handlers
Product Model: G2000DG Cummins Diesel Generator Set
Location: Kenya
Application: Dry Bulk Cargo Handling Facility
Project Completion: Mid-July 2023

PROJECT OVERVIEW

Guangdong Power Limited was selected by Grain Bulk Handlers, a leading dry grain bulk cargo handling facility in Mombasa, Kenya, to produce a large 2 x 2000kVA open-set diesel generator. The generator is equipped with a UK-built Cummins engine and a Mecc-Alte alternator. The company's vision is to transform the Port of Mombasa into a hub for relief agencies, millers, and traders, ensuring rapid response to regional food trade and emergencies.





PROJECT DETAILS


  ●  Growth and Expansion: Grain Bulk Handlers has been thriving and expanding since its inception over 30 years ago, with significant growth from 2000 to 2007. As the company's capacity grows, so does the need for reliable power to support their equipment.


  ●  UK Sourced Components: Guangdong Power Limited was chosen due to the client’s preference for high-quality UK or European equipment to maintain their competitive edge in East Africa.


  ●  Generator Specifications: The generator features a Cummins engine and a Mecc-Alte ECO46-1L alternator mounted on a reinforced base frame fabricated in China. It is controlled by a DSE 7000 Series control module for easy maintenance and monitoring of oil, coolant pressure, and temperatures.

Challenges and Solutions

  ●  Rigorous Testing: Guangdong Power Limited conducted extensive testing from 0% to 110% peak loads to ensure the generator could handle load variations with minimal disruption. Full documentation and test reports were provided to the client before shipment, ensuring total confidence in the equipment.

  ●  SGS Inspection: At the client’s request, the generator underwent a full SGS inspection to ensure compliance with national or international standards. This included full testing, certification, and verification by SGS, providing additional assurance of quality and reliability.

Conclusion

The collaboration with Grain Bulk Handlers highlights Guangdong Power Limited's commitment to delivering high-quality, reliable power solutions. The thorough testing and certification processes ensured the client received a generator that met their specific requirements, providing them with the confidence to support their critical operations.


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