Mayfield Industries

S PA R K I N G SUCCESS As electrical infrastructure in Australia continues to evolve, Chris Ware, General Manager of Mayfield Industries, shares how his company contributes to the growth, development, and success of the industry Writer: Lily Sawyer | Project Manager: Nicholas Kernan

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he electrical industry in Australia is undergoing a transformative phase driven by the transition to a low-carbon economy.

This evolution is characterised by the widespread adoption of renewable energy, the continuous development of cutting-edge technologies, and a growing consumer demand for increased choice and control.

Within this dynamic landscape, the sector faces a range of challenges and opportunities. These include maintaining the reliability and security of energy supplies, integrating energy storage, fortifying grid resilience and flexibility, and reducing overall greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions.

Operating in this evolving space proves to be both challenging and rewarding for Mayfield Industries (Mayfield), an Australian company that specialises in electrical infrastructure, such as low-voltage (LV) and medium-voltage (MV) switchboards, switchrooms, motor control centres, transformers, protection systems and kiosk substations.

“As a company, we actively engage with industry shifts, applying our collective skills and knowledge to navigate challenges and capitalise on emerging opportunities,” opens Mayfield’s General Manager, Chris Ware.

“We collaborate closely with diverse stakeholders to create value for our clients, ensuring that our products and solutions align with the changing demands of the market,” he continues.

In recent years, the oil and gas industry has experienced a period of deceleration, however signs of recovery are evident as clients within this sector increasingly invest in projects geared towards reducing their carbon footprint.

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from the shift towards a decentralised power generation market; its suite of products is well-suited to meet the diverse requirements of power generation and distribution.

SWITCHED ON SOLUTIONS Since its inception in 1936, Mayfield has expanded its capabilities and national footprint, becoming a leader in engineering, design, manufacturing, and servicing.

It provides critical electrical infrastructure for various industries, such as mining, power generation, renewable energy, oil and gas, water, and wastewater.

The company strongly focuses on project management, value engineering, agile modification, dependable delivery, detailed

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documentation, and 24/7 maintenance services.

A comprehensive product range enables Mayfield to accommodate a diverse range of specifications and operational requirements, reflecting its commitment to delivering tailored and innovative solutions.

“Over the years, we’ve not only cultivated our own intellectual property but also secured various manufacturing license agreements.

As a result, our product line is characterised by its ability to offer custom solutions, such as Modular Demountable (Moducell) and Modular Fully Withdrawable (Okken) configurations,” informs Ware.

“To stay abreast of market demands, we continually subject our products to type testing, ensuring

they remain at the forefront of industry requirements,” he continues.

Crucially, Mayfield’s consistent employee base of 160 across facilities in Adelaide, Perth, Sydney, and Brisbane underscores its dedication to fostering a skilled and stable workforce.

This approach to staffing enables the company to maintain high levels of locally available expertise and service quality, ensuring the continued satisfaction of its clients nationwide.

MAKING A DIFFERENCE In 2019, Mayfield made the strategic decision to centralise its production of Moducell, relocating it from Malaysia to Australia.

The switch to local manufacturing was pivotal in mitigating challenges

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APAC OUTLOOK: COULD YOU OUTLINE THE COMPANY’S DEDICATION TO THE LOCAL AUSTRALIAN MARKET? CHRIS WARE, GENERAL MANAGER: “At the heart of our commitment to local manufacturing is a strategic approach to sourcing components from the Australian market, reflecting our dedication to supporting and bolstering local industries. We buy 99 percent of our components from Australia.

“To facilitate this process, Mayfield boasts a centralised procurement team tasked with managing purchasing activities and overseeing the company’s procurement needs from a company-wide perspective.

“The centralisation of our procurement operations enables us to harness synergies and economies of scale, offering our suppliers consolidated purchasing opportunities across the broader operations of Mayfield.

“By consolidating our purchasing efforts with a collaborative approach, we not only enhance efficiency but also contribute to the overall growth and sustainability of the local supply chain.”

caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, such as offshore production limitations and disruption to delivery lead times.

The company’s manufacturing facility in Edinburgh, Adelaide, where the majority of local production takes place, boasts a comprehensive production plant and remains dedicated to ongoing product improvement.

“A notable example of our commitment to innovation is our ability to provide a typetested arc fault containment for our Moducell switchboards on the line side of the incomer. This distinctive feature sets us apart, positioning us as a leader in delivering advanced and reliable solutions,” Ware divulges.

Additionally, safety is at the forefront of Mayfield’s design philosophy, which is embedded throughout the entire lifecycle of its products.

“From conception to production and beyond, we prioritise the

well-being of users and ensure that our products not only meet but exceed safety standards,” shares Ware.

This holistic approach underscores the company’s commitment to providing cutting-edge solutions that prioritise the safety and satisfaction of its clients.

A ROCK-SOLID INVESTMENT Mayfield is an active and important contributor to Australia’s mining sector, which is currently experiencing a surge in demand and investment.

Within the industry, it provides a range of solutions for mining operations across Australia.

The company’s projects within the sector encompass power distribution systems, motor control centres, transportable switchrooms, data centres, and substation kiosks.

“Mining remains a cornerstone of our business and is our most robust sector. At Mayfield, we’ve cultivated robust relationships with Tier 1 miners, positioning ourselves as a trusted supplier in this industry.”

Due to its commitment to

excellence and technical expertise, Mayfield finds itself as a preferred partner for many clients.

“Our dedication to delivering highquality solutions has allowed us to consistently meet the unique demands of Tier 1 clients,” elaborates Ware.

Broadly speaking, Mayfield’s product variety and versatility means it can be considered a key supplier to a vast range of sectors.

Its key sector contributions include mining, renewables, utilities, infrastructure, and power generation and distribution.

A RENEWABLE FUTURE Mayfield has made strides in the renewable energy sector, particularly in solar, wind, and battery energy storage systems (BESS).

“The convergence of solar, wind, and BESS technologies represents a promising avenue for clean and reliable power generation,” explains Ware.

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Our comprehensive database has an impressive list of customers: Sydney Metro Line Wide, Melbourne Metro Line Wide, Brisbane Airport Traffic Control, Wambo Wind Farm, Geoscience, Arafura Rare Earths, and Pilbara Minerals are just a few projects completed by us within the last 12 months.

DIS Fire Systems have focused their energy through their internal engineers to investigate solutions for Lithium Ion battery fires, we now have access to solutions that not only suppress the fire but detect the possibility of fire before thermal runaway and a fire starting. These solutions are specifically tailored to each application and are at the forefront of technology.

As design engineers, distributors, and contractors, DIS Fire Systems is fast becoming the largest independent solutions provider for all fixed fire systems in the country. With offices throughout Australia, each warehouse houses enough stock to provide important local support.

Headquarters which is located in Seaford, Victoria, DIS Fire Systems are able to maintain its expertise by providing internal and external training, participating in high-level technical advisory and special interest groups for the Fire Protection Association of Australia (FPAA) and the National Fire Industry of Australia (NFIA).

The many elements that comprise the company’s core skills provide additional support, including research, development and training, writing design guidance, and advising on fire safety policies. Our fire systems specialists are local engineers, maintenance, and admin support, and they ensure they maintain close relationships with fire contractors, consultants and end users.

Engineering services include site commissioning, full function testing, integration, system specifications, systems budgets, objective system alternatives, objective

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It is essential that DIS Fire Systems maintains a flexible, compliant, and professional approach with its customers.

Putting clients at the forefront, we will also minimise costs by applying efficient and practical working methods, while using the experience of focused, competent, and dedicated personnel.

Our wide range of fire dampers consists of pressure relief vents with an aesthetically pleasing design of various shapes and sizes. The solid welded construction has a multi-flow vent and is four-hour fire-rated, with a 90 percent free vent area. Options for fire dampers include combined pressure relief/extraction fans and boxed pressure relief/extraction fan units with the choice of an acoustic louvre to minimise noise levels.

We ensure that our personnel have extensive industry experience and proficiency; individually, they possess specific expertise combined with a practical and flexible approach. This allows DIS Fire Systems to successfully undertake a broad spectrum of activities within the fire industry.

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Our approach is to be the benchmark of quality and delivery within the industry.

A MULTI-MARKET APPROACH Positioning itself in multiple vertical markets, DIS Fire Systems provides fire engineering services across all sectors of the industry, such as mining, marine, offshore, manufacturing, defence, energy, telecommunications, and oil and gas. With different levels of engineers, procurement, and technical support, each state retains a similar set up.

We are a distributor of Komtes Siex Systems and a total solutions provider of Hygood, TYCO / Johnson Controls, Marioff and Kidde products originating from the US and Europe.

DIS Fire Services provides specialist consulting with its dedicated engineering services to support fire equipment operations and maintenance, engineering change execution, minor and major project scope of works and delivery, troubleshooting and operation analysis, risk integrity reviews, and business improvement consulting.

PRODUCT RANGES DIS Fire Systems has an extensive product range of gaseous suppression systems, foam concentrate, foam equipment, foam proportioning systems, high-pressure water mist, low-pressure water mist, and high-speed deluge.

Other products and systems the company offers are high pressure pipe and fittings, wet chemical products, dry chemical products, marine systems, vehicle suppression systems, and SIEX trace (UL/FM).

We offer design, supply and support of detection systems including VESDA, pre-engineered vehicle systems, fire hydrants and fire hose reels, room integrity testing, hypoxic system air handling fire prevention systems, systems design and verification of sprinklers, deluge and pre-action sprinkler systems.

Additionally, DIS Fire Systems can provide fire stopping solutions such as, fire pillows, fire collars, fire wraps, fire

AREAS OF EXPERTISE Delivering projects ranging from feasibility studies to delivery of equipment, DIS Fire Systems provides the following services: • • • • • • • • • • • • •

Site survey/audit Technical writing and specifications Concept engineering studies Detailed design execution Project management Procurement execution and management Quality control management Fabrication and construction Government Construction management Healthcare Commissioning support Water management

DIS Fire Systems is the complete package of engineering design, hydraulic calculations, technical drawings, on-site testing and commissioning, full-function fire testing, room integrity testing and certification.

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MAYFIELD CORE VALUES – AT A GLANCE SAFETY – Safety first in everything Mayfield does.

PARTNERSHIPS – Mayfield’s

“ B A S E D O N A B E L I E F T H AT O U R P R O D U C T S A N D S E R V I C E S C A N B E C ATA LY S T S F O R P O S I T I V E C H A N G E , W E A S P I R E T O L E AV E A P O S I T I V E M A R K O N T H E E N V I R O N M E N T, S O C I E T Y, A N D E C O N O M Y ” – C H R I S WA R E , G E N E R A L M A N A G E R , M AY F I E L D I N D U S T R I E S

clients and suppliers are partners in its mutual success.

PEOPLE – People are core to Mayfield’s future.

INNOVATION – The company creates value through continuous improvement and innovation.

INTEGRITY – Mayfield is engaged, decisive, and acts with integrity.

QUALITY – A reputation for high standards.

COMMUNITY – The company supports its community.

ENVIRONMENT – Protecting the environment is important to clients, communities, and businesses.

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such as the Victorian Big Battery, Sydney West, Torrens Island, and more recently, Western Downs and Collie.

These endeavours underscore the company’s dedication to playing a pivotal role in advancing the clean energy landscape in Australia.

Mayfield’s ongoing collaboration with Tier 1 EPCs exemplifies its commitment to advancing clean energy solutions. The collaboration leverages expertise and industry experience to bring innovative and sustainable products to the forefront.

Mayfield prioritises industry collaboration as a cornerstone of its strategy in order to remain at the head of a rapidly evolving energy market.

“Looking ahead, we are actively engaged in developing a range of new products designed to catalyse further growth within the renewable energy sector,” Ware states.

“We anticipate that these locally manufactured and supported products will not only reinforce our presence in the renewable sector but also stimulate job creation, foster economic growth, and fortify our competitive edge in the market.

“This strategic move aligns with our vision to benefit not only our shareholders but also our stakeholders and society at large,” he adds.

NEW HORIZONS As Mayfield anticipates the upcoming

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year, its central focus revolves around a set of key priorities aimed at enhancing operational excellence and fostering continuous improvement.

“A paramount goal of ours is to elevate and institutionalise awareness and process efficiencies, a mission we intend to accomplish through the implementation of 5S (sort, set in order, shine, standardise, sustain) and LEAN methodologies,” outlines Ware.

The integration of 5S principles instils a culture of organisation, cleanliness, and standardised work processes within the company.

Simultaneously, Mayfield’s LEAN principles emphasises waste elimination, streamlined workflows, and the continuous pursuit of perfection.

“This methodology aligns with our overarching goal of achieving operational excellence and delivering maximum value to our clients,” emphasises Ware.

Employee engagement and training initiatives are integral components of Mayfield’s strategy to empower its workforce with the skills and knowledge necessary to drive positive change.

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The company’s key priorities for the coming year are rooted in the fundamental belief that ongoing improvement is essential for sustainable success.

“Through the adoption of 5S and LEAN methodologies, coupled with a dedication to employee development, we aspire not only to meet our targets but exceed them, thereby ensuring the long-term resilience and success of Mayfield,” Ware concludes.

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