Mechanical Engineering
At Basis Consulting Engineers, we feel we are part of something bigger! Being a helpful component of a successful team takes coordinated planning and communication. Building Information Modeling (BIM) allows us to coordinate and share models to deliver quality construction documents that minimize conflicts during construction. Buildings account for nearly 30% of total energy consumed and more than 60% of the electricity used in the United States. Reducing energy costs for the end user and promoting sustainability as we move forward with our industry is the Basis for our designs.
Our Mechanical Design Services Include:
- Heating, Ventilating and Air-Conditioning Design
- Cost Estimating
- Facility Assessments
- Building Heat Gain / Loss Calculations
- Energy Analysis and Modeling
- Life Cycle Analysis
- LEED / Sustainable Design
- Advanced Metering Systems
- FEMA / Hardened Shelter Installations
- Dedicated Outside Air Systems (DOAS)
- Air Filtration requirements for Indoor Air Quality
- Temperature Controls / Building Automation
- Energy Recovery Systems and Conservation
- Central Plant Boiler / Chiller Systems
- Cooling Tower / Condenser Water
- Geothermal Systems and Well Field Design
- Variable Refrigerant System Design
- Radiant Floor Heating and Cooling
- Displacement Ventilation
- Laboratory Fume Exhaust Systems
- Vehicle Maintenance Exhaust
- Welding Exhaust and Capture Systems
- Dust Collection Systems
- Paint and Spray Booth Systems
- Hazardous Locations
- Radon Prevention and Mitigation
Electrical Engineering
We live in an electrical world! At Basis, we provide designs that are energy efficient and cost-effective. Our 20+ years of experience covers nearly every sector of building construction, including Health Care, Education, Worship, Retail, and Industrial.
Some of the Electrical Services That We Provide are:
- Condition Surveys
- Electrical Service Entrance & Power Distribution
- Energy Efficient Lighting Design
- LED technology
- Ashrae 90.1
- International Energy Conservation Code
- Automated Controls
- Lighting level calculations / software
- Emergency Power System Design
- Generator Systems
- UPS Systems
- Hazardous Locations – C1/D2 Design
- Arc Flash Studies
- Hazardous Gas Detection
- Lightning Protection Design
- Fire Alarm
- Nurse Call
- Lan/Wan
- Communications – Telecom
- Access Control
- Intrusion Detection
- CCTV
- Audio/Visual
- Intercom
- Daylight Modeling
- Theatrical Lighting Systems
- Coordination Studies
- Power System Distribution
Plumbing Engineering
At Basis Consulting Engineers, we like to think that MEP systems are the “living and breathing” portion of a building. Systems must efficiently react and mirror the “minute by minute” usage and occupancy changes within a building’s environment. Our team brings years of plumbing experience and has engineers that are LEED Accredited Professionals (LEED®AP) to evaluate the rising costs of construction material and natural resources. The many options and strategies available need to be examined before implementing the “best” application. Our industry recognizes the benefits of sustainable design and requires our engineers to educate and encourage resource conservation for successful projects.
Our Plumbing Engineering Solutions Include:
- Sanitary Waste and Vent
- Domestic Cold Water and Hot Water Systems
- Water Heating and Softening Systems
- Domestic Water Pressure Booster Systems
- Storm Water Drainage / Removal
- Rainwater Harvesting and Collection
- Water Use Reduction / Conservation
- Low Flow Plumbing Systems
- Advanced Utility Metering
- Utility Coordination
- Natural Gas and Propane Systems
- Medical Gas Piping
- Laboratory Gas Piping (Gas Chromatography)
- Compressed Air Systems
- Acid Waste and Vent Systems
- Waste Oil Containment
- Fuel Oil Storage Piping Distribution
- Baptismal Font / Infinity Pool Design
Arc Flash Hazard Analysis
We offer a full service of arc-flash hazard analysis, short-circuit studies, equipment evaluations, and coordination studies. These services are performed using SKM System, Inc. software (Dapper, Captor, and Arc Flash modules). All labeling is produced in-house with a thermal transfer printer. As the industry, OSHA, and other authorities having jurisdiction becomes more demanding of safe work place environments, we are prepared to offer solutions. What dangers lurk behind panelboard covers? What Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is appropriate for maintenance personnel? Is the equipment rated to withstand the available fault current should a fault arise? How can high Incident Energy levels be mitigated? We can offer answers to these questions.
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Our Arc Flash Hazard Analysis Services Include:
- Arc Flash Hazard Analysis
- Short Circuit Analysis
- Equipment Evaluation
- Coordination Studies
- Voltage Drop Calculations
