Services

Design -

We can undertake the design of custom hardware from electro-mechanical units to telecom and radio systems (RF) equipment. The design function can be development modelling to problem solving, including EMC consideration and printed circuit boards. 

Manufacture -

Following on from the design function we can produce hardware from our designs or to our customers specifications. As with design, we will manufacture "one-offs", up to production runs. System rack construction and inter-connecting wiring is a speciality including aerospace racks. Complete system design and manufacture enables turnkey solutions.

We can also offer specialist metalwork manufacture (small component using CNC machinery to large steelwork).

Installation -

System installations, typically using 19" racking, and cable management systems to complement the installation ensuring signal/power cable separation. Custom racking systems can be procured or manufactured to the customers needs as required including built in cooling, UPS backup and security as necessary. Connectors and cables are specified to suit the application with consideration to strain relief, interference etc. Systems range from networked computer systems to RF broadcast.

RF installations can be provided to suit requirements for transmission. We cover the full baseband to transmission frequency installations along with the frequency conversion, high power amplification necessary for transmission and cross-site feeder cables (typically coaxial).

Antennae

Antennae installation and maintenance can be one of the most crucial pieces of some systems. Lucas Projects has a wealth of experience in installation and maintenance of many different antenna designs. Antenna types include Satellite (dish  and mobile comm's terminals) antennae, GPS, Helix, HF MF LF broadcast.

Large antenna work involves use of cranes, riggers and experienced personnel.  Custom support structures can be designed and erected if necessary.

Construction

Due to the nature of some installations, it is sometimes necessary to prepare a site with earthworks, foundations etc. We can prepare sites as necessary to offer a turnkey  solution to a project. In some instances a project may only involve this type of work.

Where necessary, projects are controlled by CDM regulations. We are qualified in CDM practises and prepare all necessary paperwork including method statements and risk assessments etc.

Other

Decommissioning and Disposal

As it is quite normal for systems to have a life cycle we also consider the 'end of life' situation. We can offer decommissioning and disposal of ‘end of life’ systems and antennae etc. In today's world, responsible disposal is very important. We can decommission and dispose of equipment to official registered centres. This sometimes involves toxic products for which we seek advice and use correct procedures.

Repair and Re-instatement

Once a site or equipment area has been cleared we will re-instate to an original condition. This can involve redecoration, flooring, lighting etc.

Re-installation.....

This brings the life cycle back to the start of this page. A new system, a new use, a new life....

We hope we have most engineering needs covered. We have not mentioned software as we don't specialise in it, but if you have a requirement we may be able to solve that too!