Power-saving Solutions
Perkins power for FIFC in Mumbai?s financial district.
A focused and methodical approach towards sustainability was an important consideration for Mumbai-based ETPL, developer of First International Financial Centre (FIFC) when it entrusted Sterling and Wilson Powergen an original equipment manufacturer which uses Perkins diesel engines, with the responsibility of addressing the standby power requirements of the FIFC.

Background
FIFC is a Class A commercial development located in the heart of the Bandra-Kurla Complex in Mumbai, which has been developed by a consortium of the US-based funds. The 14 -storey, 657,000- sq- ft office complex has been designed by the world renowned architectural firm Kohn Pedersen Fox (KPF).

FIFC has emerged as a hub of multinational corporate offices based in an upcoming central business district conveniently located near Mumbai?s international airport.

Opportunity
Perkins diesel engines are required to provide reliable standby power for the building?s systems, and meet the power requirements for both existing and future occupants.

Some of the unique features of the building include:

  • Green building (LEED Certification: Gold) certification achieved;
  • High quality indoor air quality through electronic filters and UV light;            
  • High quality water filtration system to avoid scaling in condenser;
  • Fully automated building management system;
  • Fully automated fire alarm system;
  • PA system;
  • Facade cooling.

Result
Renowned for the quality of its equipment, Sterling & Wilson Powergen immediately commissioned the generator sets to meet the customers? short time-frame. Sterling & Wilson will continue to provide ongoing maintenance and support to the project.

Customer opinion
?Sterling and Wilson?s technical capability, cost competitiveness and overall know-how in executing such a critical project for a high performance building like FIFC is truly impressive. Furthermore, their commitment of providing unwavering and continuous support is truly reassuring.?

Company:
ETPL, owners of First International Financial Centre
Location: Mumbai
Specifications
1 x 4016-61 TRG3 at 2250 kVA
3 x 4016 TAG2A at 2000 kVA
2 x 4008 TAG2A at 1010 kVA
Purpose of application: Standby power