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Large-scale connections - industrial

Large-scale builds or developments that are over 70KVA can require high loads, multiple or non-standard connections.

About industrial connections

We’re excited you’re developing on our network and look forward to welcoming you on board.

If you’re developing a large business or industrial site, you’ll need to work with us to apply to get connected.

Here, we provide essential information to guide you through connecting to our network, tailored to meet your specific project needs.

Each project is unique, influenced by several factors such as size, location and customer requirements, alongside the existing infrastructure and capacity.

Our TLC project team works closely with customers and relevant stakeholders to understand project specifics, developing bespoke designs, pricing and network solutions that align with individual needs.

In some instances, TLC may propose alternative approaches like demand management or non-network solutions to meet your load demands effectively. Should these alternatives be suitable, our project team will guide you through these options.

Steps to connect

 

There are several steps to complete an application and get connected, you can check them out below and click on the link to complete your application form.

 

CAPITAL CONTRIBUTION

 

Investment may be required to connect to our network so that we can supply electricity to you. This may be in the form of dedicated assets or existing assets that supply multiple customers but which require further investment to facilitate supply to you.

Costs of new or upgraded connections may be shared where there are network benefits to the upgrade.

Find out more about Capital Contribution HERE.

Your retailer bills our lines charges

 

Our lines function services will be billed by your retailer, that acts as our agent. These charges are included in the electricity bill you receive from your retailer.

By connecting to, or owning an installation on, our network you agree to our STANDARD TERMS.

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1 Initial Enquiry

Complete your initial enquiry form online. This can be forwarded to your electrician to help fill in the electrical requirements.

TLC does an Initial Network Assessment, which is a high-level network study that calculates the available network capacity in your area and highlights potential upgrades required to facilitate the connection.

2 Project Initiation

At this stage, you must sign a Distribution Investigation Agreement (DIA). This formal agreement allows TLC to start work on your project, assign a project manager and track all associated costs. A DIA must be signed before we conduct further design work. Once agreed, a Technical Options report can be carried out.

With a DIA in place, our project team will compile a Technical Network Study (TNS). This high-level design outlines various options to achieve the chosen scheme, performing initial site assessments, cost-benefit analyses, and budget estimates.

3 Network Connection Agreement

When increasing capacity on our High Voltage network to meet additional load requirements, some capital investment cost may be applicable. Our capital contribution policy is here: [https://www.thelinescompany.co.nz/site/uploads/2021/09/TLC-Capital-Contribution-Policy.pdf

If you are ready to proceed, you may need to sign a Network Connection Agreement (NCA). This agreement details the formal terms of service and any ongoing obligations for both you and TLC.

4 Construction Phase

Once the design work is complete and an NCA is in place, the project enters the construction phase. A TLC project manager will be assigned to oversee the building works and liaise with the contractors.

Construction Process

  • Detailed design work is conducted.
  • TLC nominates a contractor or uses a tender process to award the construction contract.
  • The work may be divided into smaller projects and carried out in phases.
  • Depending on the network development required, build work can take several years.

 

5 Commissioning

Here’s an indication of what you can expect:

  • Once construction is complete, the contractor meets with our project manager to ensure the build meets design requirements.
  • Testing is conducted prior to livening the new assets.
  • The livened assets are handed over to our Network Operations and Asset Information teams for ongoing monitoring, support and maintenance.

How we get power to your business

Complete your new connection application