1. Site Preparation & Civil Works

• Land clearing and grading

• Erosion and sediment control measures

• Access roads construction

• Drainage systems and stormwater management

• Foundations and plinths for containers and inverters

• Trenching for cabling and conduits

• Fencing and site security installation

 

2. Delivery & Logistics

• Transport of BESS units (typically containerised or modular)

• Delivery and staging of transformers, switchgear, PCS, inverters, and other equipment

• Logistics coordination for oversized loads and regional transport requirements

 

3. Mechanical & Electrical Installation

• Unloading and positioning of BESS containers/modules

• Installation of: 

Battery modules and racks

Power Conversion System (PCS)

Inverters and transformers

Switchgear and protection equipment

• Internal and external cabling (DC & AC)

• Earthing and lightning protection system

• Installation of auxiliary systems:

HVAC

Fire detection and suppression systems (VESDA, Novec, etc.)

Lighting and emergency systems

 

4. Communication, Control & SCADA

• Installation of communication infrastructure (fiber, Wi-Fi, cellular)

• SCADA integration and interface with utility/grid operator

• Remote monitoring systems and asset management software

• Weather stations and metering integration

• Cybersecurity configuration (firewalls, secure access)

 

5. Testing & Commissioning

• Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT)

• Site Acceptance Tests (SAT)

• Pre-commissioning of electrical, mechanical, and control systems

• System-level testing:

Performance testing (charge/discharge rates)

Grid compliance testing (FCAS, voltage/frequency support)

Protection and interlock testing

• Commissioning report and grid registration