PV capacity
≈700 kW
On-site solar generation for energy-intensive processes
Case study • Energy modernisation
Integrated energy infrastructure upgrade
Manufacturing plant in Kepno – 700 kW PV, battery storage and a modernised power backbone for greater energy independence.
The project increased resilience to energy price volatility, optimised operating costs and delivered full control over production, storage and consumption.
Location
- Kepno
Battery storage
ESS
Stabilises supply and captures surplus generation
Transformer station
15/0.4 kV
Reliable power distribution for the entire facility
Modernisation scope
6 workstreams
From technical analysis to integrated energy management
Case study • Energy modernisation
Project goal
Deliver energy independence for the Kepno plant by integrating PV, battery storage and upgraded MV infrastructure.
The client needed uninterrupted production while optimising energy costs and maximising renewable self-consumption.
Project footprint
- Kepno – industrial plant and connection infrastructure
Scope of work
- Technical analyses and investment planning covering load profiles and energy demand.
- Design and installation of a new MV/LV transformer substation.
- Modernisation and laying of medium-voltage cabling to increase capacity and reliability.
- Rebuilding the plant’s internal power distribution to boost efficiency and resilience.
- Design, installation and commissioning of a ~700 kW photovoltaic system.
- Deployment and integration of battery storage with the plant’s control system.
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Challenges and solutions
Integrating with existing infrastructure
The upgrade had to coexist with operational power and automation systems.
Nivato solution
We prepared a detailed integration roadmap and staged testing to ensure a seamless rollout.
Limiting production downtime
The client expected continuous production throughout the modernisation.
Nivato solution
Work took place in coordinated maintenance windows supported by temporary power supplies.
Optimising PV and storage performance
PV, battery storage and MV infrastructure needed to operate as one intelligent system.
Nivato solution
Advanced control algorithms and real-time monitoring balance energy flows to match plant demand.
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Project outcomes
- Greater energy independence and protection against price volatility.
- Higher renewable self-consumption thanks to integrated storage.
- Stable, secure power for critical manufacturing processes.
- Real-time visibility and control over energy production, storage and use.
Case study • Energy modernisation
Nivato’s takeaways
Comprehensive energy upgrades help manufacturers combine operational reliability with measurable savings.
- Start with a detailed energy demand assessment to size every component correctly.
- Pairing PV with storage significantly improves independence and supply security.
- Real-time monitoring and control deliver faster responses to changing loads.
- Experienced partners reduce technical and organisational risks during modernisation.
Talk to Nivato about modernising your plant’s energy infrastructure.