Jacques Delens adopts mobile battery systems for its urban construction sites
In its latest project, Triomphe 160, located in the heart of Auderghem (Brussels), Jacques Delens is demonstrating its commitment to sustainability and operational efficiency by integrating NearGrid mobile batteries, a clean alternative to traditional diesel generators. Commissioned by the municipality of Auderghem, Jacques Delens is constructing a public building on Boulevard du Triomphe that will house various services and facilities serving the community.
The mobile battery system implemented at the site is tailored for the construction industry and supports the transition of construction sites to renewable energy sources. This strategic shift from diesel to mobile battery units aligns with Jacques Delens’ sustainability goals and significantly boosts the efficiency of its urban construction projects.
Etienne Banse, Managing Director of Jacques Delens, expresses his satisfaction: “We are delighted with our move from diesel generators to a mobile battery system. It’s powerful enough to support all essential operations on-site, including powering our tower crane. This shift not only reduces our site’s carbon footprint but also minimises noise and air pollution—critical considerations in the densely populated urban areas of Brussels where we operate.”
The system’s plug-and-play setup ensures quick deployment and adaptability, which are essential for meeting the dynamic demands of modern construction environments. The company, together with the Plant & Equipment Department of BESIX, is exploring further opportunities to replace generators with battery packs on additional sites and is also considering investing in its first electric crane truck.
This initiative sets a new standard for sustainability in construction, demonstrating that operational efficiency and environmental responsibility can indeed go hand in hand.
Photographer: © Gatien Baron | Copyright: © Gatien Baron
Specifications:
Mains connexion
MAINS VOLTAGE: 3-phase - 400V + N + PE / 3-phase - 230V + PE
MAINS CURRENT: 16 to 32A
Power supply to the construction site
POWER - NOMINAL: 80 - 140kVA
PEAK CAPACITY - MAXIMUM 15 SEC: 120 - 140kVA
ELECTRICAL POWER SUPPLY MOTORS TOWER CRANES: 1 circuit 160A permanently connected to terminal strip
ELECTRICAL POWER SUPPLY TOWER CRANES AND CONSTRUCTION SITE: 1 circuit 63A with CEE connector IP67
Battery
INSTALLED CAPACITY: 40kWh
USABLE CAPACITY - LIMITED: 20kWh
AUTONOMY IN THE EVENT OF GRID FAILURE: 4h - 1 tower crane