ᐅ Temporary power distribution box located 100 to 120 meters from the main supply connection point.

Hello,
I have a question regarding the construction site power distribution box and whether anyone has experience with how it is allowed to be installed. The white power box from the utility company, where the temporary site power distributors are usually connected, is located about 100m (330 feet) away.

My question is, how far away from the supply point can the distributor be installed? The reason I ask is based on the experience at my brother’s construction site two years ago. The distributor was connected right next to the supply point, which meant running 80 to 90 meters (260 to 295 feet) of cable. At 230V, this was still manageable though inconvenient. However, with a 380V cable of 30mm² (about 0.047 in²) cross-section, it becomes much more difficult.

Ideally, the box would be placed directly at the construction site. My only question is whether that can be arranged.

Isn't that the responsibility of the licensed electrician or utility provider??

But somehow I also have concerns about it because I have been thinking about it already. Just wanted to check if anyone might have experience with this.

Anyway, you will have to rent the electrical panel from an electrician, and they will bring everything necessary... however, it won’t be cheap considering the distance...

I assume it will be more expensive, as there is always a risk involved with having the cables installed. However, when I calculate the time saved—and from experience, I know it takes a lot of time—the effort is worth it.

derstefanm schrieb:
I assume it will be more expensive; after all, having the cable installed carries some risk. But if I calculate the time saved—and from experience, I know it takes a lot of time—the effort is worth it.

Why don’t you apply for an early utility connection? You will need it anyway.

Regards, Bauexperte