SA Water Regional Telemetry Renewal

GPA was engaged by SA Water for the Regional Telemetry Renewals project undertaking the upgrade and renew of telemetry systems across regional South Australia. The project included updating site RTUs (Remote Terminal Units), radios, and associated equipment to ensure compliance with SA Water Technical Standards and to improve communication and control capabilities.

The extensive scope of work included several key activities:

Telemetry System Upgrades:

• Replacement of existing SCADA assets with new panels or gearplates based on standard designs.
• Development of custom designs for sites requiring unique configurations.
• Updating of existing system drawings and development of new ones where necessary.
• Conducting site surveys and path data reviews to ensure optimal performance.

Control and Communication:

• Installation of new RTUs and radios to enable direct communication with the SCADA I/O Server.
• Implementation of new OSN entry points at designated sites to simplify the radio network.
• Ensuring all existing control links replicated functionality per SA Water Technical Standards.

Safety and Compliance:

• Conducting Safety in Design (SiD) workshops and impact assessments.
• Performing risk assessments and develop risk registers.
• Ensuring the new installations comply with relevant standards, including protection grading and coordination studies.

Construction and Installation:

• Decommissioning and removal of redundant equipment.
• Installation of new main switchboards, MCCs, control panels, and distribution boards.
• Reconnection of existing cabling and installation of new support systems as required.
• Detailed engineering for installation scopes of work.

GPA’s delivery of comprehensive design, installation, testing, and commissioning services resulted in modernised and enhanced telemetry systems across key regions, ensuring improved control, communication, and compliance with SA Water standards.