As a small contractor, you may be used to being on sites where transformers and switchrooms are part of the building or landscape. As your business grows, you may find yourself on sites that require a transportable switchroom option instead. Before you invest in one for your business, and for future jobs, consider the three things you need to look for in a transportable switchroom.
Durability
When you think of durability with a transportable switchroom, you probably think about weather durability. Though you should think about weather durability, there are some other levels of durability you should also consider. For example, you need to think about things like corrosion and how corrosion can break down the building itself. This breakdown can cause damage with the switchroom and other items that may be inside the enclosure. Other durability factors should be considered, including UV protection so that the building will retain its integrity.
Reinforcement
You will need to consider the material that is used for reinforcement of the switchroom enclosure. Though you make think that steel is the best option, there could be some issues with steel. For example, the weight that the steel brings to the building may be an issue depending on your worksite and how the switchroom will be brought and placed on the site. You can choose reinforcements such as Alkali resistant glass that are lighter and have the durability you need.
Installation
The last thing you want when you are trying to set up a worksite, transformers and switchrooms is a complex installation. Because of this, you want to make sure that you choose a transportable switchroom that is easy to install and set up. Dry fixed claddings can make the installation easier and help you avoid problems removing and setting up the wet fixed options that give a more permanent option to your building enclosure. You may also want to consider an option that can be set up easily with a two or three man crew instead of a full crew. This means you can have a small skeleton crew show up on the site to help set up the transformers and switchrooms prior to the job starting. This helps increase the efficiency and reduce the work time you have to pay out for larger crews and installation days.
By keeping these three things in mind when you are looking for a transportable switchroom, you will be able to narrow down your choices easily. Once you have your options narrowed down, contact your transformers manufacturer for pricing and ordering information.
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