Smart Building – Industrial Power Units for Industry, LLC | Saudi Arabia

King Salman Park – TSE and HVAC Control Systems

q.t — Thu, 01 Aug 2024 08:59:57 +0000

King Salman Park – TSE & HVAC Control Systems

Powering environmental infrastructure in the world’s largest urban park.

Project Overview
King Salman Park is one of Riyadh’s flagship Vision 2030 projects — set to become the world’s largest urban park. As part of two separate packages within the development, IPU SA was contracted to supply intelligent Motor Control Centers (MCCs) and custom HVAC control panels for both Treated Sewage Effluent (TSE) Package 3 and Buildings A & B of the park’s Phase I development.

Clients & Partners

Clients: WETICO, Energy Concept
Location: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Completion: Q4 2024
Technology Partners: Siemens, Schneider Electric

Products & Solutions Provided

TSE Package 3:

Motor Control Centers (MCCs)
Siemens PLCs with HMI
Skid-mounted containerized control units

Buildings A & B:

AHU & Fan Control Panels
Schneider VFDs
DOL starters with remote monitoring
Building-integrated HVAC automation

Technical Highlights

Component	Description
TSE System	30,000 m³/day capacity with packaged MCC units
PLC	Siemens PLC with HMI for TSE process visualization
HVAC Panels	Supplied and commissioned for air handling units in two major park buildings
Drives	Schneider VFDs for fan and pump efficiency
Installation	Containerized MCCs and building-mounted panel layouts

Challenges & IPU SA Solutions

Challenge	IPU SA Solution
Rapid deployment required for phased park infrastructure	Pre-fabricated, containerized MCCs
Multi-vendor coordination across large site	Modular panel systems and flexible integration logic
High HVAC load diversity across buildings	Customized control panels with VFDs and expansion options

Key Outcome

Seamless control of TSE infrastructure and HVAC distribution
Improved energy efficiency and operational responsiveness
Scalable control logic for future expansions
Fully commissioned on-time with operator interface support
Environmentally aligned with Vision 2030 sustainability goals

Project Media

Al Rajhi Bank – ATS, MDB, and DC System Integration

q.t — Sun, 01 Oct 2023 08:59:47 +0000

Al Rajhi Bank – ATS, MDB, and DC System Integration

Secure power infrastructure for one of the world’s largest Islamic banks.

Project Overview
Al Rajhi Bank, a major force in Saudi Arabia’s financial sector, required a robust and uninterrupted power distribution system to support its growing operational footprint. IPU SA was contracted to supply, install, and test an integrated power system consisting of Automatic Transfer Switches (ATS), Main Distribution Boards (MDBs), and a DC system — designed to support continuous banking operations and IT infrastructure.

Clients & Partners

Client: Global Infrastructure Modules
Location: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Completion: October 2023
End-User: Al Rajhi Bank

Products & Solutions Provided

ATS Panels for automatic source switching
LV Main Distribution Boards (MDBs)
DC Backup Power System for sensitive IT equipment
Protection and metering integration
Installation, testing, and handover documentation

Technical Highlights

Component	Description
ATS Panels	Automatic source selection between utility and generator
MDBs	LV boards with segregated loads and surge protection
DC System	Supports uninterrupted power for data and security layers
Wiring	Professionally labeled and routed for fast maintenance
Monitoring	Optional remote diagnostics integrated via Modbus

Challenges & IPU SA Solutions

Challenge	IPU SA Solution
High sensitivity to downtime in banking operations	Redundant source switching and controlled ATS delay logic
Compliance with banking security & electrical audit standards	Delivered IEC 61439-certified equipment with full documentation
Limited space for board layout	Custom compact MDB design with bottom-entry cabling

Key Outcome

Reliable dual-source power with automated failover
Full support for security and financial data operations
Compact, organized power room layout
Reduced maintenance time through labeled design and digital wiring maps
Delivered within timeline and aligned with Al Rajhi’s audit standards

Project Media

NEOM Hospital – MV Synchronization Control System

q.t — Wed, 01 Mar 2023 08:59:47 +0000

NEOM Hospital – MV Synchronization Control System

Smart energy control for the Kingdom’s most futuristic healthcare facility.

Project Overview
The NEOM Hospital represents a bold step in the future of healthcare in Saudi Arabia — integrating cutting-edge technology, sustainability, and patient-centered design. As part of this next-generation medical infrastructure, IPU SAdelivered a customized MV Synchronization Control System to manage power from 14 generators and 3 bus couplers, ensuring reliable and redundant electricity for the hospital’s operations.

Clients & Partners

Client: Double Vision
Location: NEOM, Saudi Arabia
Completion: March 2023
Technology Partner: ComAp

Products & Solutions Provided

MV Synchronization Control Panels
Standalone SCADA System for remote monitoring
ComAp InteliGen & InteliNeo 6000 controllers
Generator control, bus coupler logic, and protection relays
Load sharing, sequencing, and auto-transfer systems

Technical Highlights

Component	Description
Generators	14 MV generators coordinated with 3 bus couplers
Controllers	ComAp InteliNeo 6000 with load sharing logic
SCADA	Standalone interface for full system diagnostics
Design	Fully redundant with failover protection
Integration	Configured to meet NEOM’s future-readiness and quality benchmarks

Challenges & IPU SA Solutions

Challenge	IPU SA Solution
Large number of distributed MV generators	Designed and tested central control logic with high-speed synchronization
Strict reliability and performance criteria	Integrated top-tier ComAp controllers with intelligent sequencing
Social and technological commitment expectations	Delivered a future-proof solution fully aligned with NEOM’s sustainability and resilience goals

Key Outcome

Seamless synchronization of complex MV power system
Redundant control across all generators and bus couplers
Compliant with NEOM’s high-availability and ESG requirements
Optimized SCADA for maintenance and energy tracking
Delivered on time with fully documented commissioning

Project Media

Sindalah Island – Fuel Control and SCADA System

q.t — Wed, 01 Feb 2023 08:59:35 +0000

Sindalah Island – Fuel Control & SCADA System

Smart fuel management for a self-sustained luxury island destination.

Project Overview
Sindalah Island, one of the flagship destinations of NEOM, is a high-profile luxury development located on the Red Sea. Operating entirely on off-grid generation, it requires an exceptionally reliable fuel management and power control system. IPU SA was selected to engineer and commission a fully redundant PLC-based fuel control system integrated with a custom SCADA platform to monitor, report, and manage power distribution across the island’s critical infrastructure.

Clients & Partners

Client: Integrated Engineering Contracting Co.
Location: Sindalah Island, Tabuk Province, Saudi Arabia
Completion: February 2023
End-User: NEOM

Products & Solutions Provided

Schneider Electric Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs)
SCADA System for centralized monitoring and alerts
Fuel distribution and level management logic
Generator fuel supply control and failover programming
Field device integration and I/O mapping for remote diagnostics
Redundant architecture for critical applications

Technical Highlights

Component	Description
Fuel System	Full island power generation dependent on diesel supply
Control Architecture	Redundant PLC with watchdog and override protection
SCADA	Customized user interface for real-time fuel status, alarms, and event history
Integration	Field sensors, valves, and pumps connected via digital and analog I/O
Reporting	SCADA logging, fault alerts, and preventive maintenance tracking

Challenges & IPU SA Solutions

Challenge	IPU SA Solution
Zero tolerance for fuel-related power interruption	Dual-controller redundancy with system watchdog
Harsh environmental exposure	IP-rated enclosures and marine-grade connectors
Real-time visibility across multiple field components	Custom SCADA with multi-tiered alert logic and HMI interface

Key Outcome

Fully automated fuel control supporting uninterrupted power
Remote visibility and alert system to prevent manual monitoring
Reduced operator risk and improved maintenance scheduling
Island-wide power stability supporting high-end hospitality infrastructure
Delivered on schedule with FAT and SAT completed

Project Media

Maraya, Ashar Valley – MV Synchronization and Reactor System

q.t — Thu, 01 Dec 2022 08:59:14 +0000

Maraya, Ashar Valley – MV Synchronization & Reactor Control System

Powering the world’s largest mirrored structure with smart control and stability.

Project Overview
Maraya, located in AlUla’s Ashar Valley, is a globally recognized architectural marvel and the largest mirrored building in the world. As a high-profile venue for concerts, events, and cultural gatherings, uninterrupted power and electrical stability are mission-critical. IPU SA was contracted to engineer and commission a custom MV Synchronization Control System that also manages shunt reactor logic to mitigate high capacitive reactance caused by the site’s extensive cabling.

Clients & Partners

Client: NESMA & Partners
Location: AlUla, Saudi Arabia
Completion: December 2022
Technology Partners: Schneider Electric, ComAp

Products & Solutions Provided

MV Synchronization Control Panels
MV Generator Control Integration
Reactive Power Compensation Logic
ComAp-based control for shunt reactors
Load balancing and power quality stabilization
Local and remote HMI for real-time operations

Technical Highlights

Component	Description
Network Complexity	High-reactance due to long cable runs
Reactor Control	Intelligent management of shut reactors via PLC/SCADA logic
Power Coordination	Synchronization of MV generators for load distribution
Stability	Protection logic to prevent system failure under harmonic stress
Operator Interface	Real-time diagnostics via SCADA and touchscreen HMI

Challenges & IPU SA Solutions

Challenge	IPU SA Solution
Excessive capacitive reactance from large cable network	Installed and programmed shunt reactor control for compensation
Risk of generator capacitor failure under reactive loads	Dynamic logic to adjust for live harmonic and load shifts
High sensitivity to downtime during events	Redundant control and protection layers for guaranteed uptime

Key Outcome

Optimized generator performance through reactive power control
Enhanced system stability despite complex cabling layout
Zero performance degradation under full load conditions
Delivered system meets Maraya’s world-class infrastructure standards
Reduced operational risk for public events and exhibitions