ELECTRICAL
ENGINEERING &
FIRE ALARM DESIGN
Our electrical engineering services provide expert design and consultation for residential, commercial, and industrial projects. From power distribution and lighting systems to renewable energy integration and fire alarm system design, we deliver efficient, safe, and innovative solutions tailored to meet your specific project needs. Our team ensures reliable electrical infrastructure that supports sustainability and optimizes performance.
We take a proactive approach in supporting our clients throughout the project lifecycle, focusing on optimizing electrical designs, improving power distribution, and enhancing lighting systems. Our goal is to reduce costs, extend equipment lifespan, and maximize efficiency, while ensuring alignment with project objectives.
Reliable Electrical System Designs
Our electrical engineering services cover a wide range of essential components for residential, commercial, and industrial projects. This includes power distribution systems that ensure a reliable energy supply throughout the building, lighting design that maximizes energy efficiency while enhancing aesthetics and functionality, and emergency power systems that provide backup during outages. We also specialize in fire alarm systems for safety and low-voltage systems for telecommunications and security, along with energy management systems that optimize power usage. Each aspect is designed to meet stringent safety codes, enhance performance, and integrate seamlessly with other building systems, ensuring long-term efficiency and reliability.
Power Distribution Systems
Load Analysis & Sizing
Short Circuit & Arc Flash Analysis
Energy Management Systems
Fire Alarm Systems
System Design & Layout
Detection & Notification Solutions
Building Systems Integration
Lighting Design
Photometric Analysis
Fixture Selection
Smart Lighting Controls
Emergency Power Systems
Generator Sizing & Selection
Load Management Strategies
Fuel Supply Management
Regulatory Compliance
Local and National Standards
National Electric Code
NFPA 72
Low-Voltage Systems
Telecommunications Infrastructure
Security Systems
Audio-Visual Systems
Special Inspections
Fire-Resistant Penetrations & Joints
Luminous Egress Path Markings
Emergency & Standby Power
Tenant Protection Plan Compliance
Energy Management
Monitoring & Reporting
Demand Response Strategies
Renewable Energy Integration
Maintenance & Lifecycle Management
Preventive Maintenance Plans
System Retrofits & Upgrades
Equipment Lifecycle Assessment
Power Distribution Systems Design
Load Analysis & Sizing
Assessing current and anticipated electrical loads to properly size transformers, panels, and circuits, ensuring reliable performance while accommodating future expansion needs. Additionally, providing electrical load letters for utilities related to renovation and new construction projects.
Short Circuit & Arc Flash Analysis
Short circuit and arc flash analysis ensures electrical safety by calculating fault currents, assessing potential hazards, providing proper labeling, and ensuring compliance with standards to protect equipment and personnel.
Energy Management Systems
Implementing systems to monitor, control, and optimize power consumption, leading to improved energy efficiency, reduced operational costs, and enhanced sustainability.
Fire Alarm Systems Design
System Design & Layout
Customizing fire alarm system designs based on building layout, occupancy type, and regulatory requirements to ensure optimal coverage, quick detection, and effective response times throughout the facility.
Detection & Notification Solutions
Implementing advanced detection methods such as smoke and heat detectors, along with integrated notification systems that provide audible alarms and visual alerts to ensure timely evacuation and safety.
Building Systems Integration
Coordinating fire alarm systems with other building systems, such as HVAC and security, to enhance overall safety and efficiency, enabling features like smoke control and automated alerts during emergencies.
Lighting Design
Photometric Analysis
Conducting thorough assessments of illumination levels, uniformity, and energy efficiency to determine optimal lighting solutions for different spaces, ensuring compliance with safety standards and enhancing occupant comfort.
Fixture Selection
Choosing appropriate lighting fixtures that balance aesthetics and functionality, prioritizing energy-efficient options like LEDs, while considering factors such as lumen output, color temperature, and installation requirements.
Smart Lighting Controls
Integrating advanced lighting control systems that allow for automated adjustments based on occupancy, time of day, or natural light levels, improving energy savings and user experience through customizable settings.
Emergency Power Systems Design
Generator Sizing & Selection
Assessing the facility's power requirements to select the right size and type of generator, ensuring reliable backup power during outages while accommodating future load expansions.
Load Management Strategies
Developing strategies to prioritize and manage electrical loads during emergencies, enabling essential systems to receive power first and optimizing generator capacity for prolonged outages.
Fuel Supply Management
Implementing comprehensive fuel management plans that ensure a reliable supply of fuel for generators, including regular testing, maintenance of storage tanks, and contingency plans for extended outages.
Low-Voltage Systems Design
Telecommunications Infrastructure
Designing structured cabling systems to support voice, data, and internet services, ensuring efficient communication and scalability for future technology upgrades in residential and commercial buildings.
Security Systems
Integrating low-voltage security solutions, including access control, video surveillance, and intrusion detection, tailored to enhance safety and monitoring capabilities in compliance with local regulations.
Audio-Visual Systems
Designing and installing audio-visual systems for conference rooms, theaters, and other spaces, focusing on seamless integration, user-friendly controls, and high-quality performance for presentations and entertainment.
Energy Management
Monitoring & Reporting
Implementing energy monitoring systems to track real-time power usage, analyze trends, and generate reports that help optimize efficiency and reduce operational costs in residential and commercial buildings.
Demand Response Strategies
Developing strategies that adjust power consumption during peak demand periods, reducing energy costs by responding to utility price signals or grid demands without compromising performance.
Renewable Energy Integration
Designing electrical systems that incorporate renewable energy sources, such as solar or wind, seamlessly into the building’s power grid while managing storage and grid interaction for maximum efficiency.
Regulatory Compliance
Local and National Standards
Ensuring all electrical designs meet city, state, and federal regulations, including energy efficiency mandates, safety protocols, and local building codes to guarantee lawful and safe operation.
National Electric Code
Adhering to the NEC to ensure proper installation and safety of electrical systems, covering wiring methods, grounding, and overcurrent protection to prevent hazards like fire or shock.
NFPA 72
Compliance with NFPA 72 for fire alarm signaling systems, ensuring proper installation, maintenance, and integration with other safety systems for effective fire detection and response across various building types.
Special Inspections
Fire-Resistant Penetrations & Joints
(BC 1705.17)
Inspecting fire-resistant penetrations and joints to ensure proper sealing and installation in fire-rated walls, floors, and ceilings, preventing the spread of fire and maintaining the building’s fire safety integrity.
Tenant Protection Plan Compliance
(BC 1705.26)
Involves ensuring that building alterations or construction projects meet the requirements set forth in the TPP to safeguard tenant safety and habitability during work.
Emergency & Standby Power Systems
(BC 1705.36)
The special inspection of emergency and standby power systems ensures compliance with NFPA 110 and NFPA 111. A qualified inspector verifies proper installation of generators, transfer switches, and fuel systems while witnessing functional tests for automatic operation during power loss. Any deficiencies must be corrected and retested before final approval, ensuring reliable power support and occupant safety during emergencies.
Maintenance & Lifecycle Management
Preventive Maintenance Plans
Creating detailed, tailored preventative maintenance plans for electrical systems, focusing on routine inspections, testing, and servicing of components like transformers, circuit breakers, and wiring. This minimizes downtime, improves safety, ensures code compliance, and extends the life of critical equipment.
System Retrofits & Upgrades
Evaluating aging electrical systems to recommend and implement retrofits or upgrades, such as enhanced circuit protection, updated panelboards, or energy-efficient transformers. These upgrades improve system reliability, accommodate expanding power needs, and ensure compatibility with modern technologies.
Equipment Lifecycle Assessment
Conducting thorough lifecycle assessments of electrical components, including load centers, generators, and wiring, to evaluate performance, predict failures, and plan replacements. This ensures continued efficiency, safety, and adherence to evolving electrical codes and standards.