Tutt Bryant’s Go Green Revolution
Through its Go Green initiative, Tutt Bryant offers three types of power systems to help crane and heavy lift companies get closer to decarbonisation on the job site: battery energy storage systems in mobile and containerised form factors, supported by renewable charge capabilities or the latest in Tier V Emission-Compliant diesel generators. Tutt Bryant’s National Business Manager for Sustainable Products and Innovation, Chris Leahy, explains more.
The LifePO4D Hybrid Power System, the SANY Mobile Battery Energy Storage System (BESS), and the AJ Power Tier V generator range offer customers the best of both worlds: high power levels with a reduced carbon output, complete with synchronisation capabilities. With the primary advantage of delivering power to where it is needed, rather than bringing the crane to the power source, Chris explains the impressive benefits generated from Tutt Bryant’s Go Green trio of sustainable products when paired with the electric cranes currently in the market.
“Previously, if you wanted to buy the equivalent electric cranes, you might need to pay a significant price premium, which came with limited autonomous movement before you need to recharge,” he said.
“Today, the price delta has been greatly reduced and importantly, the crane will provide the same level of output; same operational hours, and same levels of power as they would receive from a diesel hydraulic crane. The numbers are impressive, for just 2.1 hours of charge time, the SANY 40T EV crawler crane will operate for nine hours.”
Charging these electric cranes with either AJ Power’s Tier V cleaner diesel generators, the LifePO4D hybrid power system, or the SANY BESS complements that greener approach, he said.
“From my experience with our Go Green range, we’ve found that noise pollution and emissions pollution are significantly reduced when using these products,” he says.
Go Green product efficiency also allows customers to save significantly on their diesel costs, Chris said, if switching entirely to electric-powered units is not an option.
“Based on the proven efficiency of the Go Green range, we know this is a strong proposition for our crane customers. We’ve seen construction sites running diesel generators, 24/7, 365 days a year and what we’re saying to them is, there are solutions to ‘turn your generators off,’ – as some of these generators could be using 100 litres of diesel an hour,” he said.
Chris also explained how reducing diesel consumption can lead to significant cost reductions, especially for metro Melbourne sites.
“In metro Melbourne we can save up to about $800,000 in diesel alone on tower cranes over two years, by integrating sustainable products,” he said.
SANY Battery Powers Your EV Crane
Tutt Bryant customers get the opportunity to purchase a SANY BESS mobile charging station when they buy a SANY EV crane, such as the SCE800TB-EV. With rapid charging capabilities, the 210-kilowatt hour/100-kilowatt SANY BESS is a mobile charging station compatible with equipment that can also charge while in operation, such as the SANY EV cranes.
The principle is to charge the BESS at a fixed power location, and then deploy the mobile BESS in the field as required by the crane or other mobile plant. To encourage carbon abatement activities, the Australian Government provides incentives called Australian Carbon Credit Units (ACCUs), which are a tradable financial product.
Eligible Australian Carbon Credit Unit (ACCU) Scheme projects can earn ACCUs when they reduce or avoid emissions – incentivising carbon abatement activities through projects ranging from reforestation to energy efficiency. ACCUs are an additional income source for individuals and businesses running ACCU Scheme projects – and systems like the SANY BESS jump off the page as a feature crane and heavy lift professionals would not want to go without.
“Charging your SANY crane with a mobile battery will contribute to the carbon offset, allowing operators to work within their carbon limit without having to purchase carbon credits,” Chris said.
AJ Power Combines Systems for Maximum Output
The AJ Power generator system is ideal for those who have partial-to-no access to the power grid in their area, off-grid or fringe-grid customers, such as those on a farm or for remote projects.
“The upside to AJ Power’s generator range is that AJ Power is a progressive brand that has really bought into sustainable products,” said Chris.
Tutt Bryant’s AJ Power range comprises 48 different diesel generators boasting different power options – from 10 kilovolt-amperes (kVa) through to 3 megavolt-amperes (MVA) – to suit a variety of applications. All the generators are powered by class leading engines renowned for their durability and low fuel consumption, such as Mecc Alte, Mitsubishi, Perkins, and Scania.
AJ Power also offers options for specific installation requirements, including acoustic canopies, bunded fuel tanks, advanced controllers, and remote controlling, while its weather protective unit is fully galvanised in a steel enclosure, coated in highly durable polyester powder paint.
Chris said that in his experience, most crane, construction and heavy lift companies are aiming to use products that are more environmentally friendly – and despite the desire for batteries, there is always a need for diesel backup support.
“AJ Power helps bring all the hybrid technologies together,” he said.
Chris also explained that in most cases, customers cannot make an instant switch from fully diesel-powered operations, as there is still a need in many cases for diesel power to support either the transparent or mobilisation of sustainable products.
“With customers that want to quickly make the switch, we tend to remind them that it is a journey and that AJ Power products are very good at contributing to the transition.”
LifePO4D: Combining the Old and New with Solar Energy
For companies looking for a safe and sustainable solar power generator, the LifePO4D Hybrid Power System ticks all the boxes. LifePO4D is a rapidly deployable stand-alone power system, which Chris lauds as the ideal choice to quickly generate power in high-paced and off-grid natural disaster scenarios, such as floods and fires.
Locally manufactured by Tutt Bryant Equipment, LifePO4D allows for automatic switching between photovoltaics (PV) self-consumption (solar power), battery supply, and Tier V power. The LifePO4D microgrid design mandate was to create a single-person, rapid deployment, scalable solution that can integrate into existing infrastructure with complete remote connectivity.
For larger systems, the user has the flexibility to increase both generator and battery density, or simply add additional LifePO4D modules, ultimately increasing PV production and reducing diesel support.
Its robust construction is fundamental in maintaining the full term of each component’s design life whilst simplifying logistics. With its bespoke design, the container has an inbuilt long-range bunded fuel tank and external replaceable acoustic panels with a particular layout focused on serviceability and expansion.
“The operator feedback has been really good and the ease with which the product can be set up is a big drawcard,” said Chris.
LifePO4D is also suited for events and erecting infrastructure at festivals – a job where a crane or elevated work platform is often needed, he said.
“Whether it’s a charging plant, running site offices, running small communities, that’s the idea. It’s one box turns up, you drop it on site, and you’ve got a full solution to your powerless problem,” Chris said.
Chris said LifePO4D isn’t just for off-grid sites, it can certainly save customers money on telecommunications projects, events, and major commercial metro jobs too.
“Passenger lifts for cranes are generally powered by diesel, but what if we replaced the diesel, or swapped out most of it with battery power? We believe the result will be a commercial scenario for our tower crane customers,” Chris said.
Go Green Already Gains Industry Buy-In
Chris said the feedback regarding Tutt Bryant’s Go Green product range has been favourable, and he is seeing increasing industry buy-in, when it comes to sustainable machines in general.
“Our customers are genuinely pushing us for solutions in the sustainable space; they’re pushing us, and they’re motivated through their corporate strategies, and that’s excellent.”
For crane hire companies looking to buy multiple Go Green products in one order, Chris explains how Tutt Bryant’s specialised services team consults with the customer, to ensure they walk away satisfied.
“We talk to customers about their projects and discuss all aspects from base loads to site location, operational requirements, and load profiles. And once we gather all the information, we employ our formula and apply the suitable energy system arrangement that suit the customer,” said Chris.
Tutt Bryant service and support centres are strategically placed in capital cities and regional areas in New South Wales, Victoria, Queensland, Western Australia, South Australia, and Tasmania.
To explore the opportunity to go greener with Tutt Bryant, contact our Power Products & Services team on 1300 658 888. Alternatively visit us at www.tuttbryantpower.com.au
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