Powering Progress: Kansas Electric's Success in the Southern Star Central Gas Pipeline Project

At Kansas Electric, we take pride in our attention to detail and commitment to quality. Our recent project with Southern Star Central Gas Pipeline (SSCGP) required us to meet their rigorous standards, and our team rose to the challenge with dedication.

We handled all electrical and instrumentation work according to SSCGP’s stringent requirements. This included precise trenching and installation work, covering excavation, backfilling, and compaction for electrical conduits and components. We ensured the correct installation of customer-provided equipment, including main line valves (MLVs), a flow control skid, a gas chromatograph (GC) building, and a filter/separator building.

Our team flawlessly executed instrumentation tubing installations and built field-mounted local control panels and power distribution support racks. We also installed site lighting to enhance visibility and safety, setting up four light pole bases and corresponding poles. Comprehensive site grounding and bonding were completed to ensure safety and efficiency.

Collaboration with SSCGP was crucial for the startup and commissioning activities, ensuring seamless integration and functionality of all systems. Our crew of five electricians worked six days a week for three consecutive weeks, often staying overnight out of town to meet the deadline. Their perseverance and professionalism were key to the project's success.

A genuine thank you goes to Jake Frost, Jesse Grochowsky, Gabe Lies, Derek Haney, Eli Coyne, and Kaleb Hansen. Their hard work and sacrifices made this project a success, exemplifying Kansas Electric's core values.

Special thanks to John Kipp, Mike Purdue, Jordan Agee, and Aaron Powell for their dedication, and to Todd and Evergy for their invaluable support.

This project marks a significant milestone for us, especially after a few years of absence from working with SSCGP. We are proud of our team’s achievements and look forward to more successful collaborations in the future. Thank you for your continued support and trust in Kansas Electric. We are committed to upholding the highest standards of quality and safety in all our work.