Dual battery power for major high rise construction project
To overcome power constraints on a high-rise development, Powershift deployed two BESS units to manage the large versatile loads from a small 63A TBS.
The challenge
Paynter Dixon required a temporary power solution for a 19-storey, 248-unit mixed-use development but wanted to avoid the cost, maintenance burden and operational challenges associated with running generators. The project required power across multiple locations on site, with varying load demands throughout construction.
What needed to be powered
- 2 × 220A Tower cranes
- 2 × 120A Hoists
- Jump form
- 100A Site amenities
- 2 × Satellites
- 3 × 63A Temp DBs
- Dewatering
The alternative
Without batteries, the site would have needed at least 2 × 350kVA generators alongside the 63A mains connection.
The solution
- The Powershift team developed a tailored temporary power strategy that showcased the flexibility of integrating multiple battery sizes to meet changing site demands
- A Powershift Enertainer battery was deployed to support the site’s larger and more variable power loads. Its high-capacity energy storage enabled reliable operation while charging from a modest 63A mains grid connection.
- To support a second crane and small dewatering operations, a P300 battery was deployed and actually charged from the Powershift Enertainer battery.
- 24/7 monitoring and support by Powershift, provided real-time visibility of power usage and ensured peak demand was always met.
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APEX and Enertainer Series
Enertainer L+
Heavy-duty power for large-scale demands
- Continuous
- 437kVA / 607A
- Peak
- 525kVA / 730A
- Storage
- 449kWh
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eGEN Series
eGEN P300
Small footprint. Big peak power.
- Continuous
- 300kVA / 400A
- Peak
- 316kVA / 440A
- Storage
- 85kWh
Powershift batteries are changing the way we power our projects.
The highlights
- Cost SavingsReduced operating costs by $5K+ a month eliminating the need for continuous generator
operation, significantly lowering fuel, maintenance, and servicing expenses. - Improved EfficiencyWith no generator refuelling, servicing, or maintenance required, site teams could focus on project delivery rather than managing power infrastructure.
- Space EfficientThe compact footprint of the battery units enabled deployment in a constrained
construction environment without disrupting site operations. This was particularly valuable as power was required across two separate locations on site. - Scalable Power SolutionThe combination of battery systems provided the flexibility to adapt to changing site requirements, ensuring reliable power throughout the project's lifecycle.
- Reduced Noise ImpactOperating silently compared to traditional generators, the battery solution minimised noise impacts on neighbouring residents. This was a significant advantage given the project was being delivered within an established apartment community.
Project location
Maroochydore, QLD
Case studies
Proven on site
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Gowdie Management Group
Delivering reliable temporary power solutions to keep essential construction equipment operating
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