Comprehensive Design Build Services
SBB Engineering proudly extends its expert design-build services across the entirety of New England, boasting a team of stamped professional engineers licensed in Massachusetts, Vermont, New Hampshire, and Rhode Island. Our regional expertise ensures tailored solutions that meet local regulations and environmental considerations.
SBB Engineering offers expert stamped project engineering for design-build services, providing the essential foundation for project success.
- Close collaboration with contractors and developers for seamless execution.
- Ensuring all solutions meet rigorous regulatory standards and client specifications.
- Streamlining the design process for enhanced efficiency.
- Reducing project timelines and costs without compromising quality.
Serving New England
Massachusetts
From urban developments in Boston to coastal infrastructure, our team navigates the state's complex building codes and environmental regulations.
Vermont
Specializing in sustainable solutions for rural and growing communities, we address unique challenges posed by Vermont's landscape and energy initiatives.
New Hampshire
Providing robust engineering for commercial and residential projects, we adapt to the state's diverse geography, from mountainous regions to the seacoast.
Rhode Island
Our expertise covers critical infrastructure and waterfront projects, ensuring compliance with marine and regional development standards for the Ocean State.
Arc Flash Hazard Analysis & Electrical Distribution Studies
Engineered Safety. Code Compliance. Reduced Risk.
Arc flash events present serious risks to personnel, operations, and compliance. Our comprehensive Arc Flash Hazard Analysis and Electrical Distribution Studies provide a code-compliant evaluation of your electrical systems. We help you reduce incident energy, improve safety, and meet NFPA and OSHA requirements with accurate, actionable results.
What We Deliver
Our comprehensive services cover every critical aspect of arc flash safety and electrical distribution system analysis. From meticulous on-site evaluations to precise calculations and clear documentation, we provide the tools and insights you need to ensure a safe, compliant, and reliable electrical environment.
Arc flash hazard analysis per NFPA 70E
We conduct thorough analyses in accordance with NFPA 70E to identify potential arc flash hazards, assessing risk levels and recommending appropriate safety measures for personnel working with electrical equipment.
Incident energy and arc flash boundary calculations
Precise calculations determine the incident energy at various points in your electrical system using SKM software and establish arc flash boundaries, which are critical for selecting appropriate PPE and defining safe work zones, in compliance with NFPA 70E Article 130 requirements.
Electrical system modeling and one-line diagrams
We create detailed models of your electrical distribution system and develop clear one-line diagrams. These visual representations are essential for understanding system configuration, troubleshooting, and planning future modifications.
Short-circuit and protective device coordination studies
These studies evaluate the performance of your protective devices under fault conditions using SKM software, ensuring they operate correctly to isolate faults quickly and minimize disruptions, thereby enhancing system reliability and safety.
Code-compliant arc flash labeling
We design and provide durable, code-compliant arc flash warning labels for all relevant electrical equipment as specified in NFPA 70E Section 130.5. These labels communicate critical safety information, such as incident energy, required PPE, and arc flash boundaries, directly to personnel.
Clear, audit-ready documentation
Our deliverables include comprehensive, easy-to-understand reports that fully document the analysis, calculations, and recommendations. This documentation is crucial for audits, compliance verification, and ongoing safety management.
IEEE-Based Arc Flash Methodology
Our Arc Flash Hazard Analysis is grounded in industry-recognized IEEE engineering standards, ensuring technically defensible results that go beyond minimum compliance. These IEEE 1584 calculations serve as the foundation for NFPA 70E compliance. Adhering to these rigorous standards means our assessments are based on the most current and validated research, providing a robust foundation for your electrical safety program and giving you confidence in the accuracy and reliability of our findings.
Primary IEEE Reference
IEEE 1584 — Guide for Performing Arc-Flash Hazard Calculations is the foundational engineering standard used globally to calculate arc flash incident energy and boundaries in AC power systems. It provides empirically derived equations based on extensive laboratory testing and field validation. This guide is applied by our engineers to accurately assess arc flash risks, taking into account various system parameters to ensure that calculated values precisely reflect real-world conditions, making it the globally accepted industry standard for reliable arc flash studies.
- Incident energy levels (cal/cm²)
- Arc flash boundaries
- Effects of equipment type, enclosure size, conductor spacing, and working distance
- Impact of protective device clearing times
This methodology forms the technical backbone of NFPA 70E arc flash risk assessments as referenced in Article 130.5.
Why a Comprehensive Study Matters
Lower Incident Energy
Identify opportunities to reduce the severity of potential arc flash events, enhancing personnel safety far beyond basic compliance. By optimizing system settings and equipment, we help minimize the thermal energy released during an arc fault, drastically reducing the risk of severe injury.
Improve Reliability & Uptime
Optimize your system's protective devices to minimize outages and localize faults, ensuring critical operations remain active. Proper coordination of protective devices means that only the affected section of the system is de-energized during a fault, preventing widespread shutdowns and costly downtime.
Support Safer Work Practices
Provide detailed guidance for safe work procedures, proper PPE selection, and emergency response planning in accordance with NFPA 70E Article 110 (Safety-Related Work Practices). Our studies enable organizations to develop comprehensive safety protocols, ensuring workers are adequately protected and trained for all electrical tasks.
Align Design with Operational Safety
Integrate safety considerations from the initial design phase through ongoing maintenance, creating a truly robust electrical system. By embedding safety into every stage of a project's lifecycle, we help prevent hazards before they arise and ensure long-term operational integrity.
Designed for Every Project Stage
Our arc flash and electrical distribution studies are adaptable to projects at any phase, offering flexible solutions whether you're initiating new construction, undertaking major renovations, or optimizing an existing facility. We tailor our approach to integrate seamlessly with your project timeline and objectives, ensuring safety and compliance from conception to ongoing operation.
New Construction
Proactive design and analysis ensure safety and compliance from day one. We work with design teams to incorporate arc flash mitigation and protective device coordination into the initial electrical system design, preventing costly rework and ensuring inherent safety.
Renovations & Expansions
Integrate new systems safely and efficiently with existing infrastructure. Our studies assess the impact of changes on the overall electrical system, ensuring new loads and equipment are properly coordinated with existing devices and that arc flash hazards are re-evaluated.
Existing Facilities
Comprehensive evaluations to update legacy systems and enhance ongoing safety. We provide detailed analyses for older installations, identifying potential hazards, recommending upgrades, and ensuring full compliance with current safety standards and regulations.
Built to Meet Today's Standards
- NFPA 70E: Standard for Electrical Safety in the Workplace (covering key articles such as Article 130 for Work Involving Electrical Hazards and Article 110 for General Requirements for Electrical Safety-Related Work Practices)
- NEC (NFPA 70): National Electrical Code
- OSHA: Occupational Safety and Health Administration regulations
- Local AHJ Requirements: Alignment with Authority Having Jurisdiction
Compliance with these critical standards is not merely a legal obligation; it forms the bedrock of a safe working environment. By adhering to comprehensive NFPA 70E guidelines, alongside NEC, OSHA, and local AHJ requirements, organizations protect their personnel from serious injury, prevent costly accidents and downtime, and avoid potential fines and legal liabilities, ultimately safeguarding both human life and operational continuity.
Regulatory Compliance Consulting
Navigate the complexities of electrical regulations with SBB Engineering's expert guidance on local and national codes. Our consulting ensures your systems not only meet but exceed mandatory industry standards, minimizing risks and avoiding costly penalties.
OSHA & NFPA 70E Compliance
We guide you through Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) mandates and NFPA 70E standards for electrical safety, ensuring a secure working environment.
IEEE Standard Integration
Our analysis incorporates the latest IEEE standards, particularly for arc flash hazard assessments, ensuring robust protection measures and accurate system evaluations.
Local & National Code Verification
We verify compliance with all applicable local, state, and national electrical codes, safeguarding your operations against legal and safety vulnerabilities.
Get In Touch
Our team at SBB Engineers is ready to assist you with comprehensive electrical engineering solutions. Contact us today for reliable arc flash analysis, meticulous distribution studies, or expert regulatory guidance. We're committed to ensuring the safety and efficiency of your electrical systems.
SBB Engineers
109 High St
Newton, MA 02464
United States
Newton, MA 02464
United States
Phone: (508) 958-1385
Email: info@sbbengineers.com
Email: info@sbbengineers.com
Professional Engineer Licenses
Massachusetts PE #: 48646
Vermont PE #: 136646
New Hampshire PE #: [License Number]
Rhode Island PE #: 10008
Vermont PE #: 136646
New Hampshire PE #: [License Number]
Rhode Island PE #: 10008
We look forward to partnering with you on your next project.
