Electrical Engineering

Electrical Engineering in Uganda

Electrical Engineering for Residential & Industrial Services in Uganda

Electrical Installation, Inspection & Commissioning Profile

Kampala, Uganda | ERA‑certified electricians | Engineering, Construction & Industrial Services

1) Company Overview

Elan Energies Limited is an engineering and industrial services company based in Uganda, delivering safe, compliant, and cost-effective electrical installation, inspection, testing, and commissioning for residential, commercial, and industrial clients.

Our teams include ERA-certified electricians, project engineers, and QA/QC inspectors with multi-sector experience in oil & gas, manufacturing, real estate, telecoms, and utilities.

What sets us apart

  • Safety‑first culture with job hazard analysis (JHA) and permit‑to‑work.
  • Compliance with ERA regulations, IEC/IEEE standards, and applicable UNBS codes.
  • Traceable QA/QC documentation and calibrated test equipment.
  • End‑to‑end delivery: design review → installation → inspection/testing → commissioning → training → handover → after‑sales support.

2) Scope of Services

Category / Typical Activities / Key Outputs
Category Typical Activities Key Outputs
Power Distribution (LV/MV) Incoming supply interfacing; switchgear, MDB/SMDB/DB installation; busbar trunking; cable routing, glanding & termination; earthing & bonding; lightning protection As‑built single‑line diagrams (SLDs); continuity & insulation test results; earth resistance report; LPS verification
Industrial & Process MCCs, VFDs/soft starters, motor wiring; control panels; instrumentation cabling; tray/ladder containment; junction boxes; loop checks Loop folders; I/O checks; functional test sheets; cause‑and‑effect (C&E) verification
Commercial & Residential Lighting & small power; energy‑efficient retrofits; generator changeover/ATS; solar PV/hybrid integration; backup & UPS systems Room‑by‑room test records; load schedules; energy audit recommendations
Telecoms & ELV Structured cabling (Cat6/FO); CCTV; access control; fire detection & alarm; public address Cable test certificates; device address lists; cause‑and‑effect matrix
Temporary Power Site power distribution, earthing plans, protection coordination for events/projects Temporary power schematics; protection settings; commissioning checklist

3) Compliance & Standards

We align with the following (project‑specific references provided at mobilization):
  • ERA: Electricity Regulatory Authority requirements; licensed/ERA‑certified electricians assigned to all live‑electrical tasks.
  • IEC & IEEE: IEC 60364 (LV installations), IEC 61439 (switchgear), IEC 62305 (lightning), IEC 60204‑1 (machinery), IEC 60529 (IP ratings), IEEE 1584 (arc‑flash studies) where applicable.
  • UNBS/Local Codes: Applicable Uganda standards and building codes.
  • OEM Requirements: Manufacturer installation & commissioning procedures (switchgear, drives, UPS, gensets, PV inverters, protection relays).

4) Installation Methodology (Summary)

  • Pre‑Works: Design/IFC drawing review, risk assessment (JHA), method statement, material inspection, test & calibration checks.
  • Containment & Cabling: Verified routes; separation of power/ELV; bending radii; firestopping; identification/labeling.
  • Terminations & Earthing: Correct crimping/torque; gland types; color coding; main/sub earthing bars; equipotential bonding.
  • Protection & Settings: Relay/MCCB/RCBO settings per discrimination study; ATS/UPS logic.
  • Pre‑Commissioning: Visuals, torque audits, cold checks, energization readiness review.

5) Inspection & Testing Matrix (Representative)

Test/Inspection Standard/Ref Typical Acceptance Record Issued
Visual/Workmanship IEC 60364 Conforms; labels & IP ratings correct ITR‑V
Continuity of Protective Conductors IEC 60364‑6 R ≤ specified per conductor size/length ITR‑CPC
Ring/Final Circuit Continuity IEC 60364‑6 Balanced r1/r2; end‑to‑end continuity proven ITR‑RCC
Insulation Resistance (IR) IEC 60364‑6 ≥ 1.0 MΩ (LV) unless OEM specifies otherwise ITR‑IR
Polarity IEC 60364‑6 Correct polarity at all outlets ITR‑POL
Earth Fault Loop Impedance (Zs) IEC 60364‑4‑41 Zs ≤ max for protective device ITR‑Zs
RCD/RCBO Trip Tests IEC 61008/61009 Trip times within device class ITR‑RCD
Earth Electrode Resistance IEC 60364‑5‑54 Typically ≤ 10 Ω (site‑specific) ITR‑EER
Functional/Interlock Tests OEM/Design C&E Pass per sequence matrix FAT/SAT
Load/Soak/Energization OEM/Design Stable parameters; alarms clear Commissioning report

Notes: Values are indicative; final limits follow design, OEM, and authority requirements.

6) Commissioning Approach

  • Documentation Readiness: Red‑line markups, P&IDs/SLDs, device lists, C&E, O&M manuals.
  • Cold Commissioning: Power‑off checks, point‑to‑point verification, I/O simulation.
  • Energization: Phased energization with ESR (Energization Safety Review) and permit‑to‑work; real‑time monitoring.
  • Functional/Performance: Protection relay testing, sequence trials, load/soak tests, fail‑safe verification.
  • Handover: O&M dossier, as‑built drawings, test packs, spares list, and operator training with sign‑off.

Deliverables

  • Commissioning plan & ITPs
  • Test packs & calibrated instrument certificates
  • As‑built drawings (DWG/PDF) & updated SLDs
  • Final Electrical Installation Certificate (where applicable)
  • O&M manuals and training attendance records

7) Quality Assurance & Control (QA/QC)

  • Project Quality Plan (PQP) with Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs) for each system.
  • Material Receiving Inspection (MRI) and conformity checks vs. datasheets.
  • Non‑conformance reporting (NCR) and corrective/preventive actions (CAPA).
  • Tooling & test instruments on valid calibration; traceability logs.
  • Progressive handover: Lot/area/system punch‑listing and closure.

8) Health, Safety & Environment (HSE)

  • ERA‑certified supervisors on all live‑electrical works.
  • LOTO, arc‑flash awareness, insulated tools & PPE standards (CAT ratings).
  • Work at height, confined spaces, hot works permits as required.
  • Environmental controls: waste segregation, spill control, noise & dust mitigation.
  • Daily toolbox talks; incident reporting & lessons learned.

9) Key Tools & Test Equipment (Typical)

  • Multifunction installation testers (continuity/IR/loop/RCD)
  • Earth resistance testers & clamp meters
  • Thermal imaging camera for hot‑spot detection
  • Insulation resistance megohmmeters (250/500/1000 V)
  • Relay/secondary injection test kits (as required)
  • Power quality analyzers & data loggers
  • Torque wrenches, cable crimpers, hydraulic cutters, labelers

10) Project Workflow & Governance

Workflow: Inquiry & Site Survey → 2. Proposal & Bill of Quantities (BOQ) → 3. HSE & QA/QC Planning → 4. Procurement & Logistics → 5. Installation → 6. Inspection & Testing → 7. Commissioning & Training → 8. Handover & Warranty → 9. After‑Sales Support.

Typical Timelines: Defined per scope/complexity; critical path based on power‑on date and authority inspections.

11) Sectors Served

Oil & Gas (onshore facilities), manufacturing plants, water & wastewater, commercial buildings, real estate developments, healthcare, education, telecoms & data centers.

12) Representative Experience (Placeholders)

  • Industrial Plant LV Distribution Upgrade — MDB/SMDB retrofit, protection coordination, zero unplanned downtime.
  • Commercial Tower Fit‑Out — 25 floors, ELV integration (CCTV/FDAS/PA), staged commissioning.
  • Solar‑Hybrid Integration — 250 kW rooftop PV with ATS/UPS and load shedding logic.

(Client names and references available on request.)

13) Warranty & After‑Sales

  • Defects liability period per contract; prioritized response SLAs.
  • Preventive maintenance plans and 24/7 breakdown support options.
  • Spares & consumables management per OEM recommendations.

14) Team & Certifications

  • ERA‑certified electricians (supervisory & hands‑on).
  • Electrical project engineers, planners, QA/QC inspectors, HSE officers.
  • OEM‑trained technicians for key equipment (switchgear, UPS, VFDs, relays).
  • Calibrated instrument program and continual professional development (CPD).

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