An orange eGEN BESS sitting on a gantry to power a crane

Construction & Civil

Our solutions can support a range of construction needs, from high peak machinery to large construction programs with a range of plant, equipment and site power needs. Whether you’ve got a small temporary building supply and need to boost your amperage, or you’ve got no grid power and need a hybrid set-up to get you through, our range of solutions can support your needs and deliver you a cleaner, quieter and more cost-effective outcome.

  • High peak machinery
  • Mobile plant and equipment
  • Single or multiple site sheds
  • Commissioning and handover of buildings

Case studies

Proven on site

FAQs

What happens if my power demand spikes suddenly, can the battery keep up?

Yes. Our battery systems are built to handle sudden peak loads without dropping performance, so equipment like cranes and hoists can draw extra power exactly when needed with no delay. Our team will size a battery for your equipment and leverage data from hundreds of other sites that have similar equipment to make sure we don’t undersize for your peaks.

How much does a mobile battery reduce genset run-time and fuel use on a typical build?

If we’re able to charge the battery from a small mains supply, chances are you won’t need a generator at all – so the answer will be 100%! If we still need to use a generator, the savings in run-time and fuel depend on a lot of variables including how consistent or peaky your loads are, size of the battery, size of the generator, whether we need to account for generator lock-out periods due to noise, whether solar is part of the equation… the list goes on. We take all of these variables into account for each job and provide an upfront analysis and all associated assumptions for you before you sign on with us, so you can see this for yourself and decide if it stacks up. To find out exactly how much generator run time and fuel one of our BESS units can save your project, contact us here.

How much equipment can you power from one of your BESS units?

Our systems can be sized to power anything from a few site sheds through to large sites with multiple cranes, hoists, booms, dewatering systems and more. We have invested in a diverse fleet of BESS units to allow us to cater to different size sites and different stages of a build so that you’re not pigeon-holed into just one asset that’s not going to be the most efficient or cost-effective solution for you. Armed with some basic information of what we need to power and how we can keep our BESS charged on the job, we can size a solution that’s right for you.

What if I don’t have enough power at the end of my build?

This is one of our most common scenarios due to delays in permanent power being available for either commissioning stages or operations / occupancy. We can absolutely help you and have powered everything from new schools to gyms, medical centres, retail precincts, fast food chains and more. Learn more about how we can help you with a delayed grid connection here.

What's included in the hire — delivery, monitoring, servicing?

We provide an end-to-end service for our customers. Our hire packages include upfront analysis to size the right solution for you, consultation with your electrical contractor on cabling and site set-up, delivery to site, commissioning of the unit, ongoing remote monitoring, 24/7 on-call service and technicians available to come to site if and when required.

Are Powershift's BESS units safe?

Yes. Our systems are designed and maintained to meet relevant Australian safety and operating standards. Importantly, all of our BESS systems also have industry-leading, in-built fire suppression systems. For more information or safety and standards, contact us here.

Applications

Other applications

  • Mining

    Whether you're running an exploration camp, dewatering a pit or powering a processing set-up, we can size a BESS to your loads and charge…

  • Delayed Grid Connection

    When the grid can’t keep up with your build, our mobile battery system can. We can help bridge the gap between site works finishing…

  • Manufacturing

    Our range of battery solutions can power both high peak and high-capacity manufacturing plant and equipment. Whether you’re upgrading your plant, expanding your facility…

  • Tourism & Events

    Go where the grid won't go. Power your event, resort, or tourism business with one of our mobile battery systems that are built for…

  • Grid Support

    We can support a range of grid applications with systems that are grid-compliant and meet the highest Australian safety, quality and operating standards. Accessing…

Ready to make the shift?

Start your hire today.

Tell us about your site and your loads, and our team will come back to you with a battery solution sized to the job. Not sure what you need or where to start? Get in touch via the General Enquiries options below and a team member will walk you through it!

GENERAL ENQUIRIES

For general enquiries, reach out through our contact form and one of our team will be in touch as soon as possible. Alternatively you can email us on info@powershift.tech or call your local team:

Australia: 1300 705 793
New Zealand: 09 872 0328,

TECHNICAL SUPPORT

Are you an existing customer needing technical and/or product support? You can email us at, support@powershift.tech. Otherwise call your local team:

Australia: 1300 038 400
New Zealand: 09 871 8585

Get started

This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.

Dates Equipment Required (if known)