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If your facility uses electrical equipment, arc flash hazards are a risk, regardless of industry. While arc flashes are commonly associated with high-voltage environments, they can also occur in lower-voltage systems when enough energy is present to sustain an electrical arc. Manufacturing plants, food processing facilities, warehouses, data centers, and commercial buildings all face potential […]
One of the most proactive steps that can be taken for your facility is performing an arc flash study. An arc flash study or analysis is a detailed electrical engineering assessment of a facility’s electrical distribution system. It calculates the incident energy, determines the arc flash boundary, and produces arc flash hazard labels for each […]
In industrial facilities, where a number of different processes occur containing different types of material, harmful emissions are released causing a need for environmental cleaning devices to be integrated into the facility. Environmental cleaning devices play an important role in protecting workers’ health and safety, ensuring compliance with environmental regulations, and reducing harmful emissions into […]
In high-demand industries like wood processing, oil & gas, and grain handling, electrical engineering does a lot more than just keep the lights on. It’s the backbone of safe, efficient, and sustainable operations, empowering everything from heavy-duty machinery to fine-tuned automation systems. Whether you’re expanding, upgrading, or just troubleshooting, getting your electrical strategy right can […]
In the industrial world there are often several flanges that are designed into facility piping systems. Flanges serve as the connection between pipes and other components such as pumps, tanks and other equipment in a piping system. While a small unit compared to the overarching piping system, flanges are an equally important component that shouldn’t […]
In the dynamic world of construction and design, the harmony between the initial vision and the final structure is crucial. This is where Building Information Modeling (BIM) Coordination plays a pivotal role. BIM Coordination isn’t just about using advanced software; it’s a comprehensive process that bridges the often complex gap between design and construction. In […]
Engineering has always been a discipline of evolution, pushing the boundaries of what’s possible and constantly adapting to meet the challenges of each new era. At JBW Consulting Engineers, we stand at the forefront of this ever-changing landscape. In this article, we gather insights from our leading engineers who reflect on the past, assess the […]