These are the five core values behind everything we do:

• Safety First
• Certainty of Performance
• Transparency & Accountability
• Resourcefulness
• Responsibility

For our clients, that means work delivered to plan, with clear costs and one point of contact. For everyone on site, it means safety comes first, always. And for every project, it means solving problems and running sites more sustainably.

Here’s a closer look at what each value means in practice, for the people we work with, on every site we power.

1. Safety First

Safety is our first consideration on every site and is never traded against speed or cost. Our standards, checks and documentation protect everyone working on site, our clients’ teams as much as our own.

2. Certainty of Performance

We work to the same exacting standards as our clients, from planning and installation to management and reporting. Every project is delivered to plan and on time, with 24/7 support across all site services.

3. Transparency & Accountability

One team, managed by a single point of contact, so there’s no juggling suppliers or disputed responsibility. We give clear information on costs and performance, and flag any variation to agreed costs, so there are no surprises.

4. Resourcefulness

Every site has its constraints, from restricted access and tight city-centre locations to shifting programmes. We work through them rather than handing them back to the client, and that’s why main contractors rely on us.

5. Responsibility

We provide lower-carbon ways of running a site, from cleaner fuels to energy-efficient equipment, helping main contractors cut project emissions. Savings are measured and reported with verifiable data, not claims.

Five values. One standard on every site.

They’re what we stand for. To talk to us about your next project, request a quote or call 028 8675 2129.

Frankfurt: office and prefabrication facility

In Frankfurt, they started at our office and prefabrication facility, where containment supports and hanger assemblies are built, checked and ready to go before they reach site. Less work at height, less time on the critical path.

Next stop: Amsterdam

Next stop was the train to Amsterdam, to catch up with the team and see our prefab facility in action.

Seeing the work first-hand on live sites

Along the way, they visited our live sites to see the work first-hand, from temporary power distribution, site lighting and temporary fire detection through to testing, containment and LV cabling.

Behind every install is a team keeping projects safe, on programme and moving forward.

Thanks to our teams in Frankfurt and Amsterdam for the welcome. 🤝

• Event: Tyrone Business Awards 2026 (first year)
• Awards: Exporter of the Year (sponsored by 4SM); Fast Growth Business of the Year (sponsored by Artemis Human Capital)
• Founded: 2017, Kildress, County Tyrone
• Markets: Ireland, France, the Netherlands and Germany
• Facilities: Amsterdam Prefabrication Facility; Frankfurt Offsite Manufacturing Facility

• Exporter of the Year, sponsored by 4SM; and
• Fast Growth Business of the Year, sponsored by Artemis Human Capital.

The awards were presented at a ceremony organised by North-West News Group with WeAreTyrone, the Ulster Herald, Tyrone Herald and Strabane Chronicle.

From Kildress to mainland Europe

SA3 Power was established in 2017 and is headquartered in Kildress, County Tyrone. It has grown from a local electrical contractor into an international business delivering mission-critical electrical projects across Ireland and mainland Europe.

Over the past year its teams have supported live projects in Ireland, France, the Netherlands and Germany, while investment in its Amsterdam Prefabrication Facility and Frankfurt Offsite Manufacturing Facility has strengthened its ability to support major projects throughout Europe.

What the awards recognise

Exporter of the Year reflects the company’s expansion beyond Northern Ireland, building relationships and a European presence across new markets.

The Fast Growth Award recognises the pace of the company’s development, underpinned by investment in people, infrastructure, safety and capability so that its ability to deliver grows with the scale and complexity of its projects.

For clients and partners, that means greater capacity, broader international experience and a delivery model built for major, fast-moving data centre and critical infrastructure projects.

Rooted in County Tyrone

Although its footprint continues to expand, SA3 Power’s management, design, procurement, commercial and strategic functions remain based in County Tyrone.

The company thanked its teams on site and in the office, along with its clients, contractors, suppliers and partners, as well as category sponsors 4SM and Artemis Human Capital and organisers Treena Clarke, Sean McIntosh and North-West News Group. See more of SA3 Power’s awards and recognition.

Why Europe’s data centre market matters

Demand for data centres continues to grow across Europe, driven by cloud computing, digital services and artificial intelligence. The largest markets, including Frankfurt, Amsterdam, London, Paris and Dublin, need contractors who can mobilise experienced teams quickly and deliver complex electrical installations to tight programmes.

How prefabrication supports growth

Prefabricating electrical assemblies off site, in controlled factory conditions, reduces the amount of work carried out on busy construction sites. It can improve quality and safety, shorten installation times and make programmes more predictable. SA3 Power’s facilities in Amsterdam and Frankfurt allow it to support projects in both markets.

Related news

• SA3 Power Sponsors Rising Star of the Year at the Tyrone Business Awards 2026
• SA3 Power Visits Data Centre World at Tech Show Frankfurt 2026
• SA3 Power Management Team Hears from JP McManus and Donagh Kelly

Quick answers

What awards did SA3 Power win at the Tyrone Business Awards 2026?

Exporter of the Year, sponsored by 4SM, and Fast Growth Business of the Year, sponsored by Artemis Human Capital.

When was SA3 Power founded?

In 2017. It is headquartered in Kildress, County Tyrone.

Which countries does SA3 Power work in?

Over the past year its teams supported projects in Ireland, France, the Netherlands and Germany, with facilities in Amsterdam and Frankfurt.

What does SA3 Power’s Amsterdam and Frankfurt prefabrication do?

Electrical assemblies are built off site in controlled conditions, improving quality and safety and reducing on-site installation time.

Is 2026 the first Tyrone Business Awards?

Yes, 2026 was the first year of the Tyrone Business Awards.

About SA3 Power: Founded in 2017 and headquartered in Kildress, near Cookstown, County Tyrone, SA3 Power is an electrical contractor delivering data centre electrical installations, temporary site power and offsite prefabrication for mission-critical projects across Ireland, the UK and mainland Europe, with offices in London, Amsterdam and Frankfurt.

For more information, contact SA3 Power or call 028 8675 2129.

• Achievement: Top-tier rankings in the Safety and Quality Trade Partner Leagues
• Duration: Three consecutive months
• Period: Quarter to September 2026
• Celebrated: On site with the SA3 Power team

The leagues are performance programmes used to measure subcontractors on safety standards, quality of execution and consistency on site.

Celebrating on site

The site team came together on Friday to mark the achievement, which reflects sustained performance across the whole quarter rather than a single result.

Why consistency matters

For clients and main contractors, choosing a trade partner is about more than capability on paper. On live, fast-moving projects, safety, quality and reliability have a direct impact on the wider programme. Recognition over three consecutive months shows how a team performs under real site pressures, day after day.

See more of SA3 Power’s client awards and its HSEQ standards.

How trade partner leagues measure performance

Main contractors use trade partner leagues to compare subcontractors fairly on the same project. Scores are usually built from regular audits and inspections, and commonly reflect:

• safety audits, observations and incident records;
• quality inspections and defect rates;
• housekeeping and site behaviours;
• documentation and compliance; and
• engagement with site initiatives and reporting.

Ranking highly in both safety and quality at the same time shows that a team is not trading one off against the other.

Related news

• SA3 Power Named Safety Contractor of the Month, August 2026
• Two Wins at the Tyrone Business Awards 2026: Exporter of the Year and Fast Growth
• World Quality Week 2025: How SA3 Power Thinks Differently About Quality

Quick answers

What are the Safety and Quality Trade Partner Leagues?

Programmes used by main contractors to rank subcontractors on safety standards, quality of execution and consistency on site.

How long has SA3 Power been top of the leagues?

Three consecutive months, the full quarter to September 2026.

What do trade partner leagues measure?

Typically safety audits and incidents, quality inspections and defects, housekeeping, documentation and engagement with site initiatives.

About SA3 Power: Founded in 2017 and headquartered in Kildress, near Cookstown, County Tyrone, SA3 Power is an electrical contractor delivering data centre electrical installations, temporary site power and offsite prefabrication for mission-critical projects across Ireland, the UK and mainland Europe, with offices in London, Amsterdam and Frankfurt.

For more information, contact SA3 Power or call 028 8675 2129.

• Award: Safety Contractor of the Month
• Period: August 2026
• Project: Large multi-trade data centre project, Frankfurt region, Germany
• Collected by: Paul Haigh (EHS Manager) and David (Dee) Henry (Construction Manager)
• Announced: 14 September 2026

Safety on a multi-trade site

The project is large and complex, with multiple trades working alongside each other in the same areas. In that environment, strong safety standards, clear communication and close coordination between contractors are essential to keep people safe and the programme on track.

Collecting the award

The award was collected by Paul Haigh, EHS Manager, and David (Dee) Henry, Construction Manager, on behalf of the SA3 Power site team.

The recognition adds to SA3 Power’s growing list of client awards. Read more about its approach on the HSEQ page.

How Safety Contractor of the Month awards work

On large construction projects, main contractors regularly assess the trade partners working on site. Monthly safety awards recognise the contractor whose teams have shown the strongest safety performance over the period. Assessments typically consider site behaviours, the quality of risk assessments and method statements, housekeeping, safety observations, incident and near-miss reporting, and how well teams engage with site safety initiatives.

Because every contractor on site is measured against the same standards, the award is a strong independent indicator of how a team performs in practice.

Coordinating safety on a multi-trade data centre site

Data centre construction brings together electrical, mechanical, civil, fire protection and commissioning teams, often working in the same rooms at the same time. Electrical work in particular involves cable pulling, containment installation at height, heavy equipment such as switchgear and busbar, and energisation of live systems. Managing that safely depends on:

• clear permits to work and isolation procedures;
• daily coordination between trades sharing the same areas;
• well-planned access, lifting and working-at-height arrangements;
• visible supervision and a culture where anyone can stop unsafe work; and
• consistent reporting of observations and near misses so lessons are shared quickly.

Part of a strong safety record

The August award follows a run of client recognition for SA3 Power teams in 2026, including individual Employee of the Month awards and top rankings in Safety and Quality Trade Partner Leagues. SA3 Power teams have worked more than 500,000 hours without a lost-time injury.

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• Ion Nastasa Helps SA3 Power Secure the EHS SLT Award
• Mercury Safety Employee of the Month March 2026: Alexandru Grajdean
• Mobile Access Tower Training for Our Frankfurt Team

Quick answers

What award did SA3 Power win in August 2026?

Safety Contractor of the Month on a large data centre project in the Frankfurt region.

Who collected the award?

Paul Haigh, EHS Manager, and David (Dee) Henry, Construction Manager.

What do Safety Contractor of the Month awards assess?

They typically look at site behaviours, risk assessments and method statements, housekeeping, safety observations, near-miss reporting and engagement with site safety initiatives.

What is SA3 Power’s safety record?

SA3 Power teams have worked more than 500,000 hours without a lost-time injury.

Does SA3 Power work on data centre projects in Germany?

Yes. SA3 Power delivers data centre electrical installations in the Frankfurt region and operates an offsite manufacturing facility in Hofheim am Taunus.

About SA3 Power: Founded in 2017 and headquartered in Kildress, near Cookstown, County Tyrone, SA3 Power is an electrical contractor delivering data centre electrical installations, temporary site power and offsite prefabrication for mission-critical projects across Ireland, the UK and mainland Europe, with offices in London, Amsterdam and Frankfurt.

For more information, contact SA3 Power or call 028 8675 2129.

• Event: Annual Lessons Learned session
• Date: Thursday 27 August 2026, 13:00–18:00
• Location: SA3 Power office, Frankfurt
• Attendees: Project teams from across Europe
• Topics: Commercial, Operations, Health & Safety

The afternoon session looked at what worked, what did not, and where the business can improve.

Three areas under review

• Commercial: how the business works with clients and supply chain partners.
• Operations: planning, programme, resourcing, installation quality and handover.
• Health & Safety: site behaviours and how everyone is kept safe.

Identifying recurring issues

Teams were asked to identify problems that had occurred more than once over the past year. Each issue was discussed openly and turned into practical actions for project teams to take back to site.

Continuous improvement

Actions from the session feed into SA3 Power’s procedures, planning and training, supporting its HSEQ standards and the quality clients expect on data centre and mission-critical projects.

How an effective lessons learned review works

• Look back honestly: collect what went well and what went wrong, without blame.
• Find patterns: focus on problems that happened more than once.
• Agree actions: turn each issue into a specific change with an owner.
• Close the loop: update procedures, training and planning so the change sticks.

Why it matters to clients

Clients benefit when contractors learn from every project. Fewer repeated issues mean smoother installations, fewer delays and more predictable handovers on future work, which is particularly important on fast-track data centre programmes.

Related news

• World Quality Week 2025: How SA3 Power Thinks Differently About Quality
• SA3 Power Visits Data Centre World at Tech Show Frankfurt 2026
• Three Months at the Top of the Safety and Quality Trade Partner Leagues

Quick answers

What is a Lessons Learned session?

A structured review where project teams look at what went well, what went wrong and what should change, so problems are not repeated on future projects.

Where and when was the session held?

At SA3 Power’s Frankfurt office on 27 August 2026.

What topics were covered?

Commercial, Operations and Health & Safety.

Why hold a lessons learned session every year?

An annual review captures recurring issues across projects and turns them into changes in procedures, training and planning.

About SA3 Power: Founded in 2017 and headquartered in Kildress, near Cookstown, County Tyrone, SA3 Power is an electrical contractor delivering data centre electrical installations, temporary site power and offsite prefabrication for mission-critical projects across Ireland, the UK and mainland Europe, with offices in London, Amsterdam and Frankfurt.

For more information, contact SA3 Power or call 028 8675 2129.

• Award: Rising Star of the Year
• Event: Tyrone Business Awards 2026
• Sponsor: SA3 Power, Kildress
• Ceremony: September 2026
• Pictured: Martin Conway and Holly Cassidy (SA3 Power) with Sean McIntosh (Tyrone Business Awards)

The awards are run in partnership with WeAreTyrone, the Ulster Herald, Tyrone Herald and Strabane Chronicle, with the ceremony taking place in September 2026.

Supporting emerging talent

The Rising Star of the Year award recognises emerging professionals in County Tyrone who are making an impact early in their careers and showing strong potential for the future.

Founded and headquartered in Kildress, County Tyrone, SA3 Power now delivers electrical and temporary power projects for data centres and mission-critical facilities across Ireland, the UK and Europe. Much of that growth has been driven by people who joined the company early in their careers, which makes the category a natural fit.

Investing in people

Creating opportunities for the next generation of talent is a priority for the business, giving people across the region the chance to build rewarding careers close to home. Find out more about SA3 Power.

Pictured

Martin Conway and Holly Cassidy of SA3 Power, with Sean McIntosh representing the Tyrone Business Awards.

About the Tyrone Business Awards

The Tyrone Business Awards celebrate businesses and individuals across County Tyrone. 2026 is the first year of the awards, which are run in partnership with WeAreTyrone and local titles the Ulster Herald, Tyrone Herald and Strabane Chronicle.

Why early-career talent matters

Skilled people are one of the biggest constraints on growth in construction and engineering. Recognising emerging professionals helps show young people across the county that ambitious, international careers can be built close to home, and encourages employers to keep investing in the next generation.

Related news

• Two Wins at the Tyrone Business Awards 2026: Exporter of the Year and Fast Growth
• SA3 Power Management Team Hears from JP McManus and Donagh Kelly
• International Women’s Day 2026: Celebrating Women in Construction at SA3 Power

Quick answers

Which category does SA3 Power sponsor at the Tyrone Business Awards 2026?

Rising Star of the Year.

What does the Rising Star of the Year award recognise?

Emerging professionals in County Tyrone making an impact early in their careers.

When is the ceremony?

September 2026.

Who runs the Tyrone Business Awards?

The awards are run with WeAreTyrone, the Ulster Herald, Tyrone Herald and Strabane Chronicle. 2026 was the first year.

About SA3 Power: Founded in 2017 and headquartered in Kildress, near Cookstown, County Tyrone, SA3 Power is an electrical contractor delivering data centre electrical installations, temporary site power and offsite prefabrication for mission-critical projects across Ireland, the UK and mainland Europe, with offices in London, Amsterdam and Frankfurt.

For more information, contact SA3 Power or call 028 8675 2129.

• Course: Prefabricated Mobile Access Tower training
• Format: Classroom theory and practical assessment
• Methods: 3T (Through The Trap) and AGR (Advanced Guard Rail)
• Team: SA3 Power, Frankfurt, Germany
• Date: July 2026

Course content

• planning and risk assessment;
• construction methodology;
• Through The Trap (3T) assembly;
• Advanced Guard Rail (AGR) systems;
• inspection requirements; and
• safe use, repositioning and final dismantling.

The 3T method

Delegates practised the 3T (Through The Trap) method, in which the operative works from the trapdoor of a guarded platform while fitting the next set of guardrails, so they are never standing on an unprotected platform. It is a recognised technique for reducing the risk of falls during assembly and dismantling.

Why working at height training matters

Falls from height remain one of the biggest risks in construction. On data centre projects, mobile towers are used daily for containment, lighting and cable installation, so competence in their safe use is essential. The training supports SA3 Power’s health, safety, environment and quality commitments and its focus on investing in its people.

3T and AGR compared

• 3T (Through The Trap): the operative works from the trapdoor of a guarded platform while fitting guardrails for the next level. No extra equipment is needed.
• AGR (Advanced Guard Rail): temporary guardrail units are fitted from the level below, so protection is already in place before the operative climbs onto the next platform.

Key checks before using a mobile tower

• the ground is level and firm, and castors are locked;
• all components are present, undamaged and correctly fitted;
• guardrails and toe boards are in place on the working platform;
• the tower has been inspected and the inspection is recorded; and
• the tower is never moved with people or materials on it.

Related news

• SA3 Power Named Safety Contractor of the Month, August 2026
• Three Months at the Top of the Safety and Quality Trade Partner Leagues
• SA3 Power Visits Data Centre World at Tech Show Frankfurt 2026

Quick answers

What is 3T (Through The Trap) tower assembly?

A method of building and dismantling a mobile tower where the operative stays in the trapdoor of a guarded platform while fitting the next guardrails.

What is an Advanced Guard Rail (AGR) system?

Temporary guardrails installed from the level below, so protection is in place before the operative steps onto the next platform.

Who completed the training?

Members of the SA3 Power team based in Frankfurt, Germany.

What is the difference between 3T and AGR?

With 3T the operative fits guardrails from the protected trapdoor; with AGR temporary guardrails are fitted from the level below before climbing up.

Can you move a mobile tower with someone on it?

No. Towers should never be moved with people or materials on the platform.

About SA3 Power: Founded in 2017 and headquartered in Kildress, near Cookstown, County Tyrone, SA3 Power is an electrical contractor delivering data centre electrical installations, temporary site power and offsite prefabrication for mission-critical projects across Ireland, the UK and mainland Europe, with offices in London, Amsterdam and Frankfurt.

For more information, contact SA3 Power or call 028 8675 2129.

• Event: Data Centre World, Tech Show Frankfurt
• Date: May 2026
• Team: Danielle Thomas (procurement) and Theo Oprea (operations)
• Also: Site visit to a live data centre project in the Frankfurt region

The visit was led by Danielle Thomas from procurement, supported by Theo Oprea from operations.

Why the team attended

For an electrical contractor delivering mission-critical projects across Europe, a strong supply chain directly affects how safely, quickly and reliably work is delivered. The event gave the team the chance to:

• strengthen relationships with key suppliers;
• explore new and emerging supply chain partners;
• see the latest innovations in data centre infrastructure; and
• gain insight into evolving products, standards and delivery methods across Europe.

Site visit in the Frankfurt region

While in Frankfurt, the team also visited one of SA3 Power’s live data centre projects in the region to review quality and progress with the site team, keeping procurement decisions closely linked to delivery on the ground.

Supplier relationships

UNI ELEKTRO Fachgroßhandel hosted the team for an evening during the visit. SA3 Power operates an offsite manufacturing facility in the Frankfurt region and delivers data centre electrical installations across Germany and Europe.

Why procurement matters on data centre projects

Data centre programmes are fast moving, and many key electrical components, such as switchgear, busbar, cable and containment, can have long lead times. Strong supplier relationships help contractors secure materials on time, respond quickly to design changes and avoid delays on site. Meeting suppliers face to face at industry events is an important part of building those relationships.

Frankfurt as a data centre hub

Frankfurt is one of Europe’s largest data centre markets, supported by major internet exchange points and strong demand from cloud and colocation providers. SA3 Power works on projects in the region and operates an offsite manufacturing facility nearby, allowing components to be prefabricated before delivery to site.

Related news

• Lessons Learned 2026: Project Teams Meet in Frankfurt
• Mobile Access Tower Training for Our Frankfurt Team
• SA3 Power Named Safety Contractor of the Month, August 2026

Quick answers

What is Data Centre World Frankfurt?

Part of Tech Show Frankfurt, a major European event for data centre design, infrastructure, power and cooling suppliers.

Why did SA3 Power attend?

To strengthen supplier relationships, meet new supply chain partners and keep up to date with data centre products and standards.

Does SA3 Power work in Germany?

Yes. SA3 Power delivers data centre electrical installations in the Frankfurt region and has an offsite manufacturing facility in Hofheim am Taunus.

Why is Frankfurt important for data centres?

Frankfurt is one of Europe’s largest data centre markets, supported by major internet exchange points and strong cloud and colocation demand.

Why do electrical contractors attend industry events?

To meet suppliers, secure long-lead items, explore new products and keep up with evolving standards.

About SA3 Power: Founded in 2017 and headquartered in Kildress, near Cookstown, County Tyrone, SA3 Power is an electrical contractor delivering data centre electrical installations, temporary site power and offsite prefabrication for mission-critical projects across Ireland, the UK and mainland Europe, with offices in London, Amsterdam and Frankfurt.

For more information, contact SA3 Power or call 028 8675 2129.

• Event: Belfast City Marathon Relay
• Teams: Two relay teams from SA3 Power and sister companies Meteor Space and Canary7
• Raised: £1,500
• Charity: Charis Cancer Care, Cookstown

Charis Cancer Care is based in Cookstown, County Tyrone, close to SA3 Power’s head office.

Two teams, one cause

The runners, from across the three sister companies, split the 26.2-mile route between them through the streets of Belfast. With two teams on the course there was plenty of friendly competition, but every runner was raising money for the same local cause.

About Charis Cancer Care

Charis Cancer Care offers free support and complementary therapies to people living with cancer, and to their families and carers. Funds raised help keep these services available to people across Mid Ulster and beyond.

Cheque presentation

Following the race, Claire from Charis Cancer Care visited to accept the £1,500 cheque and thank the runners and everyone who sponsored them in person. Find out more about SA3 Power and its roots in County Tyrone.

How the marathon relay works

The Belfast City Marathon relay allows teams to share the full 26.2-mile marathon route, with each runner completing one leg before handing over to the next. It makes the event accessible to people with a wide range of running experience, which is one reason it is popular with workplace teams raising money for charity.

Supporting the local community

SA3 Power’s head office is in Kildress, near Cookstown, and many of its staff live in the surrounding area. Supporting local charities such as Charis Cancer Care is a way of giving back to the community the business has grown from.

Related news

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• SA3 Power Management Team Hears from JP McManus and Donagh Kelly
• International Women’s Day 2026: Celebrating Women in Construction at SA3 Power

Quick answers

How much was raised at the Belfast Marathon Relay?

£1,500 for Charis Cancer Care.

What is Charis Cancer Care?

A Cookstown-based charity providing free support and complementary therapies for people affected by cancer and their families.

Who took part?

Two relay teams of staff from SA3 Power and its sister companies Meteor Space and Canary7.

How does the Belfast City Marathon relay work?

Teams share the 26.2-mile route, with each runner completing one leg before handing over to the next.

About SA3 Power: Founded in 2017 and headquartered in Kildress, near Cookstown, County Tyrone, SA3 Power is an electrical contractor delivering data centre electrical installations, temporary site power and offsite prefabrication for mission-critical projects across Ireland, the UK and mainland Europe, with offices in London, Amsterdam and Frankfurt.

For more information, contact SA3 Power or call 028 8675 2129.