Our Work

From testing marine systems near our headquarters in Vancouver, building renewable energy in remote northern Canada, designing explosive environments in Australia, and supporting offshore design in China, Hedgehog Technologies has deep and wide experience across three complex, high-risk industries.

We can help your business redefine risk. Risk management is a key decision-making process in all industries, but especially in those where possible risks includes hazardous conditions, loss of life, financial loss or lengthy delays. At Hedgehog, we are experts at mitigating risk. We work with our clients to understand, express and remove risks to ensure the success of your project.

Develop a Smart Grid Centre
Develop a Smart Grid Centre

Hedgehog’s team of electrical engineers worked with Powertech Labs to define and develop a smart grid centre for testing advanced utility infrastructure. The facility is capable of testing self-healing networks, distributed generators and alternate communications strategies.

Enhance Energy Consumption and Peak Demand
Enhance Energy Consumption and Peak Demand

Hedgehog works with remote northern communities in central Canada to reduce and enhance their energy consumption. We follow a multi-step process that consists of:
(1) Creating community energy plans,
(2) Initiate energy audits,
(3) Establish conservation programs,
(4) Advise peak demand reduction strategies,
(5) Assist with installation of renewable energy solutions.

Transition to Renewable Energy Systems
Transition to Renewable Energy Systems

Hedgehog assists remote communities to understand their energy needs and transition to 100% renewable, local energy supply. Our most recent project was to assess electrical energy usage on Haida Gwaii’s North grid and match it to systems of renewable energy sources in the area.

Energy

We create innovative, pragmatic and environmentally-conscious solutions for the energy industry. Our experience with new developments and retrofitted facilities spans more than 15 years and we have built a reputation as a premium electrical engineering company for energy providers, communities, developers and independent power producers. We know our way around hazardous and unclassified locations and we adhere to the highest safety standards.

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Design Motion Control and Advanced Manufacturing Systems
Design Motion Control and Advanced Manufacturing Systems

Hedgehog designed, programmed and verified a state-of-the-art motion control system to increase production capacity, reduce operator error and simplify long-term maintenance. The system was developed to be SCADA ready for ongoing production metrics and company production scheduling.

Create Electrical Systems for Explosive Environments
Create Electrical Systems for Explosive Environments

Designing to IEC-EX 60079.x international standards with IEC 61508 and IEC 61511 SIL rated equipment, Hedgehog designed a gas filling and decanting station. Our plans included full end-to-end design of energy systems, safety and control, created specifically for use in Australia. We used a range of isolation techniques including intrinsic barriers, explosion proof and control ventilation.

Achieve Manufacturing Plant Upgrade
Achieve Manufacturing Plant Upgrade

Hedgehog prepared a manufacturing plant to move location. Our comprehensive services included developing single line, conducting a fire and safety code compliance audit and an equipment end-of-life review. In addition, we designed upgrades for controllers, panels and services.

Industrial

With more than 10 years industry experience, we specialize in designing gas control systems and life support controls, implementing new systems and supporting heat presses. For each phase of your project, our experienced team can provide high-impact electrical engineering solutions and sound management tailored to help your business succeed – including initial feasibility, environmental studies and IEC 61511 / ANSI 84. Our team has the capacity to innovate in hazardous locations, but we keep practical concerns like ongoing maintenance and downtime top of mind.

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Complete Energy Study
Complete Energy Study

Hedgehog undertook an energy study that included a power system study, breaker coordination, short circuit study, ground fault detector evaluation, isolation circuitry, pilot station design, system test and integration and IEEE 45 marine compliance verification support (for international certification and insurance). As part of this project we also completed a System Energy Budget and conducted an emergency life support system study.

Deliver System Modernization
Deliver System Modernization

Hedgehog completed a System Energy Budget, conducted an emergency life support system study and supported system testing and integrations. We also completed DNV compliance verification support (for international certification and insurance).

Design of Hard Suit (Technical Support and Offshore)
Design of Hard Suit (Technical Support and Offshore)

Hedgehog provided technical field support for hard suit in China. Project scope included supporting offshore salvage work and rebuilding upgraded systems.

Marine

Hedgehog is conveniently located in Vancouver, on Canada’s west coast – a premier location to access and test marine systems.  Our multi-disciplinary approach to subsea, harsh environments and offshore projects includes the full life-cycle of your project, from planning and study to design and construction.

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