Steel Re-Rolling & Arc Furnace Works • Lahore
Engineered with 3120x 640W N-Type TOPCon bifacial modules (4.0x 40HC containers) across 160,000 sq ft of roof area.
Power Dynamics for Steel Mills in Lahore
Current Grid Infrastructure & Tariff Impact:
Huge Maximum Demand Indicator (MDI) penalties and high-voltage grid tariff surcharges undermine per-ton steel margins.
Operating under LESCO industrial tariff regulations, the current blended rate exceeds PKR 64.0/kWh after accounting for base tariffs, Fuel Price Adjustments (FPA), Financing Cost Surcharges (FC-SUR), and regional electricity duties.
The Fusion AI Solar Engineered Solution:
By deploying a customized 2000 kWp Solar Array coupled with 2500 kWh of Liquid-Cooled LiFePO4 BESS Storage, the facility achieves complete daytime self-reliance.
- Induction furnace surge smoothing and MDI peak demand shaving
- High-tensile heavy-gauge structural clips rated for heavy mechanical vibration and 160 km/h wind loads
- Automated LESCO / LESCO reverse power zero-export control
- Cloud dispatch telemetry via Hermes AI OS
Turnkey Equipment Bill of Quantities (BOQ)
| Subsystem | Specification & Manufacturer Standard | Quantity / Rating | Warranty |
|---|---|---|---|
| PV Modules | Tier-1 N-Type TOPCon Dual-Glass Bifacial (585W–725W, 22.5%+ Efficiency) | 3120 Units (4.0x 40HC Container) | 12-Yr Product / 30-Yr Linear |
| Inverters | 16x 125 kW String Inverters + 2.5 MVA 0.8kV/11kV Oil-Immersed Step-Up Transformer with Smart String I-V Curve Diagnosis | High-Voltage 1100V Decentralized | 5-Yr Standard / 10-Yr Extended |
| BESS Storage | 1x 2.5 MWh 40ft Containerized LiFePO4 Energy Storage Block with Central PCS (6,000 Cycles @ 90% DoD, Liquid Chiller Differential ≤ 2.5°C) | 2500 kWh Capacity | 10-Yr Operational Warranty |
| Mounting Structure | High-tensile heavy-gauge structural clips rated for heavy mechanical vibration and 160 km/h wind loads (Wind Rating 150 km/h) | 160,000 sq ft Area | 25-Yr Anti-Corrosion |
| BOS & Protection | Copper DC cables (XLPO 1.5kV), motorized DC disconnects, Type II SPD, 11kV HT metering unit | Complete Turnkey Package | 1-Yr EPC O&M Comprehensive |
Engineering & DISCO Compliance FAQs
Q. What is the estimated payback period for a 2000 kWp solar plant at Steel Mills in Lahore?
Based on 2026 LESCO tariffs (~PKR 64.0/kWh blended and PKR 78.20/kWh peak rate), the simple capital payback period is estimated at 1.85 years. Annual operational electricity savings reach approximately PKR 208.5 Million.
Q. How does the 2500 kWh LiFePO4 BESS eliminate LESCO peak charges?
The containerized liquid-cooled battery system charges during midday solar peak hours at a levelized cost of ~PKR 9.50/kWh, and automatically discharges during the mandatory LESCO 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM peak window, completely neutralizing grid peak penalty tariffs.
Q. How is roof leakage prevented on Steel Re-Rolling & Arc Furnace Works Heavy Steel Truss & Corrugated Metal Sheeting?
We utilize High-tensile heavy-gauge structural clips rated for heavy mechanical vibration and 160 km/h wind loads, which preserves structural manufacturer warranties and eliminates water seepage risks while resisting 150 km/h wind uplift.
Q. Does Fusion AI Solar handle LESCO net-metering approvals in Lahore?
Yes. Fusion AI Solar provides complete turnkey engineering and regulatory management, including Distribution Transformer load clearance, NEPRA generation license application, reverse power relay commissioning, and green two-way bi-directional meter activation.
Deploy 2000 kWp Solar for Steel Mills in Lahore
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