Jacob Electric LLC completed an essential electrical infrastructure upgrade for a residential condominium complex on Densmore Ave in Seattle, WA. This comprehensive project focused on the modernization of the water pump system, upgrades to main power distribution equipment, and implementation of safety enhancements across the facility.
Key tasks included panel replacements, transformer grounding and bonding, new system protection installations, and continuity solutions to maintain building operations during major electrical cutovers.
Electrical Scope Highlights
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Upgrade of the water pump system
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Installation of 100A, 480Y/277V, 3-Phase, 4-Wire, AIC 65kA @ 480V
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Installation of 60A, 208V/120V, 3-Phase, 4-Wire
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15 kVA transformer: 480 to 208/120V, 3-Phase
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Grounding and bonding of the electrical system
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Installation of new devices per updated electrical requirements
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Overload protection systems installed
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New switches, breakers, contactors, and pushbuttons
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Temporary generator hook-up for uninterrupted power during the upgrade
Key Players
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Project Manager: Ben Mezoughi
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Site Representative: Jessica Peterson
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Sales Account Manager: Ali Ahmed
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Operations Director: Luca Jacob
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Foreman: Mani Naser
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Contractor: Jacob Electric LLC
Challenges
One of the critical challenges was maintaining power for essential residential services while performing system upgrades. Coordination with building management was key to scheduling power shutdowns and providing temporary generator support for essential systems, ensuring that residents experienced no disruption to utilities or internet access during construction activities.
