Project Details

CLIENT

Office of Public Works (OPW) Ireland (Lagan Construction)

COST

 €1,100,000

OVERVIEW

Fermoy, located on the banks of the Munster Blackwater River in southwest Ireland, has experienced severe flooding over the past century, causing significant damage to the town. The objective of this project was to develop a flood alleviation scheme to protect Fermoy from flooding during a 1/100-year return period event. The project included the installation of four new stormwater pumping stations along the banks of the river, with capacities ranging from 200 l/s to 453 l/s. These pumping stations, equipped with overflow screening, penstocks, generators, and other essential equipment, enhance the town’s flood protection system.

SCOPE OF SUPPLY

FME was responsible for the M&E works involved in the project, which included the supply, installation, testing, and commissioning of the following key equipment:

Key M&E Equipment Supplied:

  • 16 No. Xylem Submersible Pumps ranging from 22kW to 60kW
  • Pipework, valves, and fittings up to 700mm diameter
  • MCC’s c/w PLC/HMI housed in weatherproof GRP kiosks
  • 250mm – 1000mm Actuated Penstocks
  • 3 No. Sound Attenuated FG Wilson Generators (200 – 400 kVa)
  • 600 l/s Storm Overflow Hydrok MecMex Brush Screen
  • Site Instrumentation
  • Promenade Street Lighting

This project ensures improved flood protection for Fermoy, safeguarding the town from the impacts of severe flooding while providing essential infrastructure to handle stormwater effectively.