
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 |
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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 |
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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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