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ELECTRICAL
CONSULTANTS
www.chennaibest.com speaks to M.S. Ramesh of Madras
Electrical Consultants on electrical consultancy in Chennai
today.
What is the role of an Electrical Consultant?
Analyse the requirements of the client, give suggestions if any,
on the same, prepare specifications and drawings for the understanding
of contractors or client, finalise electrical room layouts and generally
assist the contractor while executing the work and if required monitor
progress as well.
What parameters are kept in mind in finalising
the Electrical installation for a building or house?
The usage of the Building, affluence of the end user and safety
considerations.
How difficult is it to
balance between functional requirements and aesthetic requirements?
Functional requirements are mainly dependent on the electrical
engineers uggestions and requirements, whereas aesthetic requirements
are determined by Architects. Balance between them is mainly dependent
on the final say of the client or architect and is project-specific.
Whether the balance is achieved or not is in the eyes of the beholder.
| Break-up of demand for Electrical Consultancy
in Chennai |
| Software Development Centers - 60%, |
| Internet Data Centres - 23% |
| Industries - 10% |
| Commercial Buildings - 5% |
| Residential Apartments - 2% |
What are the latest trends?
The latest trends are towards use of moulded case circuit breakers,
compactness and flexibility of installation and ease of maintenance.
 What
levels of technology are used in Electrical installations in Chennai,
as compared to other places?
The levels of technology used in electrical installation in Chennai
are the same as in other places except those concerning cable management
and techniques and tools used during execution of work.
With almost all new Offices constructed with
complete computerisation planned, does it change the Electrical configurations
significantly?
The electrical configuration does not change significantly with
use of computers in all offices since computers have been in use
now for almost a decade now. The requirements of total power has
gone up significantly, considering centrally air conditioned offices.
What about Safety precautions when it comes
to Electrical installation?
Safety precautions to be followed while designing electrical installation
is of utmost priority. Unfortunately, this is not reflected in the
mindset of the end users, who do not take much care about this aspect.
Awareness has to be instilled at all levels.
How can the configuration help in conserving
electricity?
Conservation of the electricity has been a very forceful trend in
the past 6 - 7 years and is normally followed in great detail only
in power intensive electrical installations. Any electrical installation
designed with the basic requirements like :- a) Low voltage drop
in cables b) Low loss in over rated Transformers, DG Sets c) Use
of efficient uninterruptible power supply and other office equipment
d) Use of energy efficient Motors e) Variable speed drives and f)
Finally automation of Air conditioning, lighting and other controls.
Pattern of consumption. How has it changed
over the years?
The consumption of electricity has significantly gone up over the
years with the advent of electrical gadgets in the kitchen, office,
and industries. The per capita consumption has gone up by almost
80% over the last decade.
Demand for electricity, how is it going
to be met in the future?
Nuclear power and the age old saying "Energy saved is energy
generated"
Have any firms in Chennai approached you
for the alternative energy sources solutions?
Yes. The trend is towards solar power in a small way, considering
the high capital cost. A large number of foreign aided service organisations
are looking towards alternative energy sources.
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