Rolls Royce, England: Reliable Power Supply for Phantom Production

The solution – power distribution with know-how made in Germany

The choice of a German provider and supplier for the construction of the Rolls Royce plant in England was supported by the excellent cooperation between Moeller's international sales department in Bonn and the key account department and sales department in England. The many years of successful customer relations with the German parent company was one of the reasons why Moeller was able to assert itself against national and international competitors.

Overview of
LV main distribution system
and substation

The solution selected was the tried and tested MODAN® power distribution system with LD and BD01 busbar trunking systems. The time-honoured combination of expert customised solutions and the highest standards in product quality continues to be the outstanding feature Moeller systems, and thus matched the concept of the Rolls Royce plant perfectly. It was exactly these features that substantiated the special trust established in Moeller as a solution partner.

The details – modular power distribution, expandable and flexible

Project engineering and handling was carried out by the experts in international projects of the Systems division. They could fully utilise their experience, which included making allowance for some special national requirements and regulations. The complete installation and commissioning was handled by the Pulheim-based company Enertec.

A total of 15 MODAN® power distribution systems have been used. Five of the systems operate as package substations for 3600 A and 2200 A. These powerful and compact power distribution units integrate the MODAN® power distribution system and the low-voltage transformer in the protective enclosure. The degree of protection of the MODAN® power distribution system to IP54 is a special feature. Horizontally and vertically mounted switch-fuse strips are fitted behind closed panel doors.

MODAN® system as package substation

The linking together of the package substations, which are supplied by two medium-voltage networks, was part of the safety concept for the power distribution system. LD heavy current busbar systems (4000 A and 2500 A) were installed for this purpose. BD01 medium voltage busbar trunking systems (63 A) were used for distributing the power to the final load and for the lighting. This division ensured the safe and optimised distribution of the required power in the entire plant.

The result – reliable power distribution for the production of perfect vehicles

Their special expertise and experience in installations for car plants enabled the international project experts and designers at Moeller to provide solutions for demanding requirements without any complications. At Goodwood Moeller technology ensures trouble-free production and therefore the distinctive quality of the legendary Rolls Royce Phantom.

The technology used

• 15 MODAN® power distribution systems consisting of 55 panels
• Five of which are package substations for 3600 A and 2200 A
• LD busbar trunking system (4000 A and 2500 A), 450 m
• BD01 busbar trunking system (63 A), 700 m