Fuji SMBE Macquarie has completed the design and manufacture of critical electrical infrastructure for a major new fulfilment centre in Western Sydney, with the project highlighting the role of Australian manufacturing in supporting large-scale logistics developments.
According to Fuji SMBE Macquarie, the project forms part of a $490 million investment across two new fulfilment centres. The first facility spans 80,000 square metres and is capable of holding up to 1.6 million items, including large consumer products such as furniture, televisions and garden equipment.
New Edge Group, the lead electrical contractor on the project, selected Fuji SMBE Macquarie under a Design and Construct agreement to deliver electrical switchboards and associated infrastructure.
“Fuji SMBE Macquarie is a reputable switchboard company with large project experience, and crucially for this project, they can handle everything from design to construction under one roof,” said Antony Brizgala, Senior Project Manager at New Edge Group.
The project required the design, manufacture and supply of three main switchboards, three main distribution boards and 41 distribution boards servicing the fulfilment centre. Fuji SMBE Macquarie also completed an Arc Flash Study in accordance with Australian Standards and undertook factory and site testing of automatic transfer schemes, power monitoring systems, photovoltaic remote-control interfaces and shunt trip control systems.
According to the companies, the project presented several technical challenges, including limited switchroom space, strict dimensional and weight constraints, modifications to existing equipment and the need to accommodate future expansion.
“Fitting the boards within the switchroom required us to work closely with construction engineers to design the appropriate structural pit and operate within strict dimensional and weight constraints,” Brizgala said.
“Fuji SMBE was highly responsive and proactively coordinated with us and the engineers to adjust designs accordingly.”
The Arc Flash Study was completed to support workplace safety and compliance requirements.
“The Arc Flash Study was important to our customer, as a company committed to safety and Standards compliance. It ensures correct PPE is worn in areas with live switchboards, to protect people against potential dangers,” Brizgala said.
He said collaboration between contractors, engineers and suppliers was critical to meeting both technical requirements and project timelines.
“With such complex challenges, everyone needed to work together to ensure smooth delivery, and that’s where trusted suppliers like Fuji SMBE are critical in meeting both technical requirements and project deadlines,” he said.
The companies said the fulfilment centre was designed with future growth in mind, including a requirement for at least 20 per cent spare electrical capacity and room for expansion.
Brizgala said New Edge Group valued Fuji SMBE Macquarie’s collaborative approach throughout the project.
“We really appreciate their solution-oriented approach, clear and efficient communication, and fair pricing,” he said.
“New Edge Group is always looking to prioritise the client’s interest, and make sure we deliver on time and on budget. We always strive to go the extra mile to give our customers the best value with on time delivery.”
Fuji SMBE Macquarie Project Supervisor Lee Mamouzelos said the successful completion of Stage 1 had led to the company’s continued involvement in Stage 2 of the development.
“The completion of this project highlights Fuji SMBE Macquarie’s expertise in delivering complex electrical infrastructure for global clients, while maintaining a strong focus on quality, safety and long-term reliability,” Mamouzelos said.
