High Voltage Infrastructure Structural Engineering services

Hydro power are the Achilles heel of large power grids as they perform voltage conversion and are at the start and end of the grid. Designing the foundation and other related elements to support the installation of transformers is a critical and sometimes difficult task. Installation of transmission transformers may require different means and methods than other substation equipment and structures. This is especially true for large power transformers that can weigh over 750,000 pounds after assembly. Additionally, code revisions and critical infrastructure protection (CIP) requirements further complicate the design process. In order to achieve a functional, maintainable, and reliable foundation design for transformers, structural engineers have a working knowledge of the various design tools and methods used for transformer installation and support components. It is important to be

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We have extensive experience in designing such structures and have worked with BC Hydro and Hyundai Electric.