SINAI

OPTI/NEXEN Long Lake Upgrader

Client: OPTI/Nexen

Description:
Greenfield construction of a four power transformer load substation, a two generator unit transformer co-generation substation, and two interconnecting 144 kV transmission lines to support power demand in OPTI/Nexen base plant in Wood Buffalo area.

Sinai's Role:

  • Regulatory and Permit Support
  • Power System Studies
  • Project Feasibility Studies(DBM and EDS)
  • Detailed Engineering(EWP)
  • Equipment Procurement Support
  • Construction Support

Project Scope:

  • Design of one 144-13.8-25kV load substation (two 45 MVA 144-13.8kV transformers, two 75 MVA 144-25kV transformers, and one 144-13.8 kV cogeneration substation (two 85 MVA 144-13.8kV generator step up transformers), yard equipment, P&C building)
  • Design of seven-breaker 144kV ring bus
  • Design of two ( 2) - 200m 144kV transmission lines
  • Design of 12 km of 25kV underground distribution lines, with 41 padmount transformers
  • Design of all P&C, communication & automation and building services
  • Civil and structural engineering of the site and all equipment