DISTRICT ENERGY & WATER INFRASTRUCTURE CONTRACTORS – INDUSTRY TRAILBLAZERS
Our teams navigate clients through the design, supply and installation of their projects, and our passion for excellence in the process is aligned with an uncompromising desire to advance better, greener practices.
Uniquely to our industry, our team are multi-skilled experts, which gives us a full set of transferable resources to power performance whenever the requirement arises, whatever the size of the project, improving value to the client at every stage.
We understand the cost implications of testing throughout the process, so we’ve advanced non-destructive testing (NDT) to 100% phased array testing of welds, whilst our use of GoPro recordings to record our jointing is putting us in a league of our own, taking quality assurance in real time to another level. And, as industry trailblazers, we are actively implementing measures to deliver a more sustainable working model by reducing our carbon footprint and meeting key government targets. In some cases, we are proud to be called upon by our competitors in an advisory capacity to address their environmental targets and achievable goals.
WHAT WE DO – OUR DISTRICT HEATING & WATER DISTRIBUTION PROJECTS
Since our formation, we have established ourselves as one of the premier district heating contractors within the UK and Ireland
Specialise in the design, supply and installation of district heating networks, including civil and mechanical works with a direct labour force
Unique in the market, as we video record all our joints using GoPro cameras, and we are the first to undertake Phased Array Testing (NDT) of 100% of our welds
We offer advisory services and expert district heating consulting to clients and competitors alike, finding solutions to their problems
In-house Time Domain Reflectometry (TDR) surveying and reports for leak detection
Pipework connections such as hot tapping, including the installation of specialist hot tapping valves, pipe freezing and line stopping
For emergency works such as leaks or network faults, we first diagnose the problem and then mobilise resources at short notice to make the repair
Diagnosing and rectifying problem networks installed by others on a planned or emergency basis
Ability to operate nationally and internationally (Ireland)
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OUR WATER DISTRIBUTION INFRASTRUCTURE SERVICES
Proven Project Construction offers a broad range of construction and district heating-related services:
RESIDENTIAL DISTRICT HEATING DESIGN
SUPPLY OF PRE-INSULATED PIPEWORK
CIVIL WORKS
INSTALLATION
TESTING & PRE-COMMISSIONING
HOT TAPPING / PIPE FREEZING / LINE STOPPING
LEAK DETECTION SYSTEMS
TDR SURVEYING
GPR AND SURVEYS
DISTRICT HEATING OPERATION, MAINTENANCE & REPAIRS
PLANT ROOM DESIGN AND BUILD
INNOVATIONS
We are industry pioneers, the first UK company to use GoPro cameras and phased array testing.
Use of GoPro cameras to record our pipework jointing to ensure the highest standards of quality assurance in energy efficiency.
Phased array testing of 100% of welds to provide further quality control and assurances for both our clients and ourselves.
Manufacture and supply of prefabricated pipework to developers to install and make their development district heating ready for future connection.
OUR RECENT & CURRENT DISTRICT HEATING PROJECTS
NINE ELMS US EMBASSY CONNECTION
District Heating network for the Embassy Quarter at Nine Elms, providing heating for 3 sites comprising over 1,500 residential homes. Acting as Principal Contractor to the ESCo, we designed, installed, tested, and commissioned 992m of dual Kingspan LOGSTOR series 2 district heating pipework in 468m of trench
Park Royal Regency Heights
The site is part of a major regeneration master plan of the Park Royal area, which will cover over 25,000 homes and two new railway stations, part of two major projects (HS2 and Crossrail).
Clapham Park Regeneration Scheme
New build regeneration project of 2,500 new homes on behalf of Metropolitan Thames Valley with a dedicated district heating system.
QUEEN ELIZABETH OLYMPIC PARK
The Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park district energy scheme comprises two energy centres and a network of 18 km of pipework and provides a source of low-carbon heating, hot water, and chilled water to buildings across the park and in the surrounding areas.
DUBLIN CITY WORKS
Through our Irish business, we have undertaken a variety of works in the Dublin City area, and we are the only active and accredited District Heating company currently operating in Ireland.
Cardiff HEAT NETWORK
Phase 1: We have been awarded the installation, testing and commissioning of a DH network in Cardiff City. The scheme comprises 3.6km of trench and 8.3km of DH pipework
PONDERS END: SWAN ANNEXE CONNECTION
PPC has completed the connection of the Swan Annexe to the Ponders End Heat Network. The works involve the design, installation, testing, and commissioning of a thermal substation
MERIDIAN WATER HEAT NETWORK
One of our biggest projects is the Zone A1, A2 and B1 phases of the district heating network, which is part of the Meridian Water Heat Network, consisting of approximately 6 km of trench for dual DN400 & DN200 series 3 Kingspan LOGSTOR pipes.
ASHLEY ROAD, TOTTENHAM HALE
PPC has been awarded the installation, testing, and commissioning of a district heating network as part of LB Haringey’s network. The works are to be constructed in public highways to connect new buildings to the network in the location of Tottenham Hale
Frequently Asked Questions
1. How long does a heat network project take from start to finish?
It depends on the scale of the scheme. Smaller installations can be completed within a few months, while large networks spanning several kilometres may take one to two years. PPC sets realistic programmes from the outset and manages delivery through its own directly employed workforce.
2. Can you act as both main contractor and subcontractor on a heat network project?
Yes. PPC works as either the main contractor or subcontractor depending on the procurement route. We work directly with energy companies, local councils, and developers, or alongside larger principal contractors, bringing the same standard of delivery either way.
3. What qualifications and accreditations should you look for in a heat network contractor?
Look for manufacturer accreditations, certified welders, and NDT testing capability. PPC is one of only a few Logstor-accredited companies in Ireland, and our engineers carry out Class 1 welding and 100% phased array testing on all welds as standard.
4. What happens if a heat network develops a fault or leak?
PPC uses in-house TDR surveying and GPR surveys to locate the fault quickly, then mobilises directly employed engineers at short notice to repair it. We also fix networks that were originally installed by other contractors.
5. Do you only work on new heat network installations?
No. PPC takes on planned and emergency maintenance, system upgrades, and the rectification of networks installed by others. We also supply prefabricated pipework to developers who want their buildings ready for future connection without a full installation at that stage.
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“Proven Project Construction are a joy to work with. Their commitment to absolute quality in the installation of district heating networks is outstanding.”
Robert E Cowin BEng(Hons)
Managing Director, White Hill Engineering
www.whendt.co.uk
FIND OUT MORE ABOUT OUR DISTRICT HEATING SOLUTIONS
Proven Project Construction team would be delighted to discuss your next project or find out how our district heating contractors in the UK & Ireland can assist you.