In today’s energy and infrastructure environments, switchboard systems are under increasing pressure.

They must meet strict compliance standards, handle complex installation requirements, and deliver long-term reliability — all while keeping projects on schedule.

For switchboard builders and system integrators, the challenge isn’t just building a system that works. It’s delivering a solution that performs under real-world conditions.

That’s exactly what TLJ Switchgear set out to achieve on a recent energy-sector project in New Zealand.

The Challenge: More Than Just Compliance

Infrastructure projects rarely offer straightforward conditions.

In this case, the switchboard solution needed to meet strict electrical and seismic specifications, while also accommodating site-specific constraints like cable entry and access requirements.

At the same time, timelines were tight. Components had to be delivered and assembled in line with the broader construction schedule, leaving little room for delays or design inefficiencies.

This meant the solution had to balance three critical factors:

• Compliance with modern switchboard standards
• Practical installation requirements
• Efficient manufacturing and delivery

A System Designed for Flexibility and Reliability

To meet these demands, TLJ Switchgear partnered with Rittal to deliver a solution built around the VX25 enclosure system and Ri4Power platform.

Rather than relying on a fixed design, the system allowed for a tailored configuration, adapting to the specific requirements of the project.

The modular approach enabled:

• Greater flexibility in layout and cable management
• Alignment with both technical and on-site requirements
• A streamlined design-to-build process

Within the system, integrated busbar technology supported structured and efficient power distribution, ensuring both performance and organisation across the assembly.