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Dedicated 3-phase electrical supply and control system for new chiller plant on roof level.
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Harvey NicholsChiller Upgrade
Full electrical package for the rooftop chiller upgrade at Harvey Nichols Knightsbridge — one of the UK's most prestigious luxury department stores. Nexgen managed complete strip-out, new containment, Schneider MCCB panel installation, and commissioning within a live retail environment.
Chiller Supply
Commercial Grade
NICEIC Certified
Harvey Nichols
NICEIC Approved|Part P Certified|24/7 Emergency|4 Active Projects
Industrial Electrical Project
Knightsbridge.DeliveredRight.
Harvey Nichols Knightsbridge is one of the most iconic luxury department stores in the world — a site where the standard expected of every contractor is as high as the brand itself. Nexgen was appointed to deliver the full electrical package for the rooftop chiller upgrade, covering complete strip-out of the existing installation, new containment infrastructure, Schneider MCCB panel boards, power distribution cabling, and full commissioning.
Working above one of London's busiest retail destinations required meticulous planning, strict access coordination, and workmanship that matched the environment. Rooftop crane operations, carefully sequenced road closures, and a phased programme ensured no disruption to live retail below.
The completed installation delivers a modern, resilient electrical infrastructure to support the new Trane chiller plant — engineered to last, fully documented, and certified to BS 7671.
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Live Environment Delivery
Complete chiller upgrade executed above an active luxury retail store — zero disruption to trading operations throughout.
02
Crane & Logistics Expertise
Road closures, lift plans, and crane operations coordinated in central Knightsbridge to deliver heavy materials safely to a restricted rooftop.
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Engineered to Last
New containment, Schneider MCCB panels, and full BS 7671 certification — a future-ready electrical infrastructure for the upgraded chiller plant.
The Standard the Brand Demands
Harvey Nichols sets the benchmark for luxury retail in the UK. Every trade entering the building is expected to match the quality the brand represents. When Nexgen was appointed to the chiller upgrade programme, the standard required went beyond a typical industrial installation.
On a project like this, workmanship is not just about compliance — it is about presentation. Every cable entry, every label, every containment run is visible to the building management team and reflects on Nexgen's reputation. The installation was completed to the same standard we apply to every project, regardless of client or contract value.
Scope of Work
Precision Engineering, Comprehensive Delivery.
Every project demands a tailored approach. Our scope encompasses the full spectrum of electrical infrastructure — from initial assessment through final commissioning — ensuring seamless integration and long-term reliability.
Full Electrical Strip-Out
Safe isolation and complete removal of all redundant electrical cabling, containment, and ageing switchgear back to the main rooftop transformer position.
Crane Operations & Logistics
Coordination of road closures, crane lifts, and controlled delivery schedules to transport large-scale materials onto the Knightsbridge rooftop safely.
New Cable Containment
Installation of heavy-duty ladder rack, galvanised cable tray, and conduit systems across the rooftop plant area for power and control cabling.
Schneider MCCB Panel Boards
Two new Schneider MCCB panel boards providing enhanced protection, improved fault discrimination, and increased reliability for the chiller infrastructure.
Power Distribution & Control Wiring
New power distribution cabling, control and interface wiring to mechanical plant, circuit identification, labelling, and final terminations throughout.
Testing, Commissioning & Certification
Full electrical testing and inspection to BS 7671, functional testing of controls, phase rotation checks, commissioning support, and final certification.
Crane Operations in Central London
Delivering materials to a restricted rooftop in Knightsbridge is not a standard logistics challenge. It requires detailed lift plans, coordination with Transport for London, local authority road closure agreements, traffic management teams, and precise timing to minimise disruption to one of London's busiest shopping streets.
Nexgen managed the full logistics operation — from initial site surveys and lift plan development through to on-the-day crane coordination. Large SWA cable drums, Schneider MCCB panel boards, lengths of ladder rack, and galvanised cable tray were all craned to the rooftop within controlled delivery windows. Nothing was left to chance.
Engineering Excellence
Meeting Every Challenge Head On.
Complex electrical projects rarely follow a straight line. Our engineers thrive in high-constraint environments — designing solutions that protect operations, meet deadlines, and stand the test of time.
The Challenge
Delivering a full electrical strip-out and new infrastructure installation on the rooftop of an active, high-footfall luxury department store in central Knightsbridge — with restricted access, sensitive crane operations on a busy public street, and zero tolerance for retail disruption.
Our Solution
Nexgen developed a detailed sequencing programme with phased crane operations, traffic management coordination with local authorities, and a hot-work permit regime. All rooftop access, material lifts, and critical works were scheduled outside trading hours or in controlled windows — ensuring Harvey Nichols remained fully operational throughout.
Project Timeline
A Methodical Approach to Delivery.
Every phase is planned, sequenced, and executed with precision. From initial assessment through to commissioning, we keep every milestone visible and every deadline on track.
- Phase 1
2 weeks
Phase 12 weeks
Strip-Out&Isolation
completedSafe isolation of existing systems, full strip-out of redundant cabling, containment, and ageing switchgear back to the rooftop transformer.
- Phase 2
1 week
Phase 21 week
CraneOperations&MaterialDelivery
completedRoad closures coordinated, crane lifts executed to deliver cable drums, ladder rack, MCCB panels, and containment materials to the rooftop.
- Phase 3
3 weeks
Phase 33 weeks
Containment&PanelInstallation
completedNew ladder rack, cable tray, and conduit systems installed. Schneider MCCB panel boards installed and wired. Power and control cabling pulled through.
- Phase 4
1 week
Phase 41 week
Testing,Commissioning&Handover
completedFull BS 7671 testing and inspection, functional commissioning of chiller plant controls, final certification and documentation handover.
Project Gallery
Captured at Every Stage.
From groundworks to final commissioning, these images document the precision and care that goes into every Nexgen installation.
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Project Tags
Chiller UpgradeIndustrialLuxury RetailKnightsbridgeTraneSchneiderMCCBCable Management
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