VALUE ADD SERVICES

Preconstruction

Our preconstruction services play a vital role in ensuring execution of commercial and renovation projects. With our expertise, analysis, coordination, and meticulous cost management, we provide support throughout the entire project lifecycle. Starting from the initial planning and design stages, our team collaborates closely with architects, engineers, and design teams to develop a comprehensive electrical design that adheres to safety standards, functionality requirements, and energy efficiency goals. By offering accurate cost estimates and applying value engineering principles, we identify cost-saving opportunities while maintaining quality and functionality, ensuring alignment with client budgets and goals.

Prefabrication

INTELLIGENT TECHNIQUES FOR PREFABRICATION

Our dedicated prefabrication department provides a controlled environment where conduit racks, fixtures, and various project components are skillfully assembled. This strategic approach allows us to optimize our labor resources, resulting in lowered costs for you and heightened efficiency for your project. By leveraging our prefabrication capabilities, we ensure that crucial elements are prepared off-site, streamlining the installation process and enabling smoother project execution.

Design Assist

With over 100 years of combined experience, we can assist you in reducing project delays and mitigating potential change orders by proactively identifying issues at an early stage. Our commitment to supporting your project's objectives includes the procurement of items with longer lead times, allowing you to lock in pricing and stay on schedule, and conforming to local design codes.

• Cost Analysis: Our team will carefully assess the project plans, specifications, and budgets to identify potential cost-saving measures. We understand the importance of maintaining quality and functionality while finding ways to reduce expenses. By proposing alternative materials, methods, or designs, we can help you achieve significant cost savings while ensuring compliance with electrical codes and standards.

• Design Optimization: We have the expertise to review your electrical design plans and identify areas where improvements can be made. Our goal is to enhance functionality, streamline installation processes, reduce maintenance requirements, and improve system performance. Through our design optimization recommendations, we can help you achieve cost savings and increase operational efficiency.

• Lifecycle Cost Analysis: Our team can conduct a thorough evaluation of the long-term costs associated with different electrical systems, equipment, or materials. By considering factors such as maintenance needs, energy consumption, and expected lifespan, we can provide you with valuable insights to make informed decisions. Our goal is to help you minimize lifecycle costs while maintaining optimal performance and reliability.

• Value-Added Solutions: We go beyond the basic project requirements by offering innovative solutions. Drawing upon our knowledge of advanced technologies, smart building systems, and industry trends, we can propose value-added upgrades that enhance safety, security, and productivity. Our goal is to deliver solutions that provide you with a competitive edge and maximize the value of your project.

• Collaborative Problem-Solving: We strongly believe in collaborative problem-solving. As part of the value engineering process, we actively engage with the contractor, design team, and client. By participating in value engineering workshops and meetings, we facilitate open discussions, brainstorm ideas, evaluate options, and find creative solutions that align with your project's goals and budget. Together, we can overcome challenges and optimize your project's outcomes.

• Expertise in Codes and Standards: Our team stays up to date with the latest electrical codes, regulations, and industry best practices. With our deep understanding of compliance requirements, we can provide expert guidance to ensure that your project meets all safety and regulatory standards. You can rely on our knowledge and experience to navigate complex codes and regulations, giving you peace of mind throughout the project lifecycle.

BIM + VDC using AutoCAD Revit, Navisworks Clash Detection, Evolve

Intelligent Design Models to Increase Project Efficiency, Drive Time, and Budget Savings

• Design Electric utilizes the most up-to-date design technology. Our Virtual Design and Construction (VDC) process and Building Information Modeling (BIM), enable better designs and reduces the time and cost of construction. Additionally, our team of in-house experts utilizes AutoDesk Cloud, Revit , and NavisWorks software tools to evaluate facilities models.

• Design Electric always pursues innovative ways to meet excellence with every project.

• As members of the design team, we have the ability to suggest materials, practices, and eco-conscious alternatives that can help reduce costs while meeting the standards set by LEED. Additionally, we are employing 3D modeling as a fundamental approach to ensure constructability, address internal conflicts, and facilitate seamless coordination. This results in the acquisition of more precise and well-coordinated shop drawings and as-built documentation.

• Navisworks gives the client the ability to virtually walk through the building and see it in real-time and determine if there are any clashes between trades. Depending on how early our company is included in the design process, we can assist architects, engineers, and clients in making more informed decisions and integrated project delivery.

• Our staff is also consistent in its involvement in the ever-changing technology of the AEC industry, the growing development of BIM, and its many different types of deliverables, processes, and platforms to ensure flexibility in collaboration and its interoperability between project team members.

Energy Efficient Alternatives

Along with our Design/Build Initiative, Design Electric has added the option of using energy efficient lighting and energy saving devices that will save you money and have less environmental impact. We offer a package of lighting controls and alternative light fixtures that may have positive tax breaks or rebates. This can be determined by one of our lighting suppliers that specialize in energy efficient buildings. The energy efficiency package would be incorporated into the initial design, creating a smooth process from start to finish.

Trimble Optimization

At Design Electric Inc., our Trimble Robotic Station enables our electricians to install sleeves and anchors precisely in their designated locations prior to pouring concrete slab. By leveraging this innovative approach, we reduce time and labor costs associated with rework or adjustments. Our commitment to precision layouts ensures effective project execution by optimizing efficacy and delivering cost savings to you.