Case Studies

Driving innovation in EV battery swapping with TR 25

Since the publication of Technical Reference for electric vehicles charging system (TR 25) in 2010, it has played a pivotal role in shaping the landscape of electric vehicle (EV) charging in Singapore. The 2016 revision provided guidelines for tethered EV chargers, while the latest revision in 2022 expanded its scope to include on-the-go charging solutions of battery swapping to cater for the fast-paced, city-state of Singapore. This revision acknowledges the significant advancements made. ...

Adoption of SS 525 addresses drainage issues from wind-driven rain (WDR)

Wind-driven rain (WDR) is a significant issue in Singapore due to its tropical climate, flat landscape, and dense urban environment. The city experiences heavy rainfall throughout the year, particularly during the monsoon seasons, when strong winds drive rain into buildings. Singapore's relatively flat terrain allows winds to move freely, especially in coastal areas, while the high density of tall buildings creates wind tunnels that amplify the effects of WDR. Facades facing the prevailing monsoon winds are especially vulnerable, and upper floors of skyscrapers are more exposed to WDR due to higher wind speeds at greater altitudes. ...

Case Study On Growing and Strengthening the Solar Photovoltaic Sector in Singapore with Standards

Solar PV technology, using materials like crystalline silicon or thin film, converts sunlight into electrical energy, making it renewable energy source. It can be deployed in various scales, from residential rooftops to utility-scale power generation installations. ...

Providing concrete evidence of better design and better solutions with SS 674

When construction began on the Mandai Rock Cavern in 1999, the use of steel fibre reinforced concrete (SFRC) was still new to Singapore. Norwegian experts called in to consult on this first-of-its-kind project recommended that steel fibres be used to reinforce the lining of the cavern. Back then, the local representative of Bekaert—a Belgian technology leader in steel wire transformation and solutions provider for sustainable construction—supplied the steel fibres used. ...

Pioneering Excellence in Nutrition and Food Services for Infants and Children with SS 692

In the dynamic world of food service and catering, NTUC Foodfare stands as a beacon of innovation and commitment to excellence. With roots tracing back to 1995, NTUC Foodfare was founded to help moderate prices of cooked food amidst profiteering in Singapore during the introduction of GST. Since then, NTUC Foodfare has been evolving its operations while remaining focused on making meaningful contributions to community health and well-being through the provisions of balanced and ...

Powering a Greener Future with TR IEC/TS 62600 – Wave and Tidal Energy Converters

The TR IEC/TS 62600 series are standards for estimating, analysing and reporting the wave energy resource at sites potentially suitable for the installation of WECs. The TR series is to be applied at all stages of site assessment, from initial investigations to detailed project design, and in conjunction with the TR IEC/TS on WEC performance (TR IEC/TS 62600-100), enabling an estimate of the annual energy production of a WEC or WEC array to be calculated. ...

Strengthening the Management of Hazardous Waste with SS 603

Hazardous waste is generated from industrial, institutional and other work activities. The safe management of hazardous waste is an integral component of a total environmental, health and safety management programme. When waste is mismanaged, it can result in adverse impacts to safety, health or the environment, including land, air and water pollution, fires and explosions and poisoning of humans. ...

HOPE Technik: How TR 93 Enhances Autonomous Mobile Robot Deployments

Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMRs) have been making a huge impact in Singapore’s manufacturing industry, and they are set to revolutionise public and community spaces as well. In the near future, AMRs will be increasingly deployed in various locations such as libraries, hospitals and nursing homes to provide autonomous deliveries of essential items like books, medicine and meals. ...

Powering a Sustainable Future with TR 100:2022 – Floating Photovoltaic Power Plants

Floating photovoltaic (FPV) systems are a new but fast-growing segment globally in the renewable energy industry. They open new opportunities for scaling up solar generating capacity, especially in countries like Singapore, with high population density, abundant solar resource potential and competing uses for available land. FPV systems also increase energy yield due to lower module temperature as a result of higher wind speed on water and evaporative cooling effect, while being less ...