LOGUE ELECTRIC INC. (636) 399-3226
New Services:
Sometimes companies outgrow their service or it becomes outdated and requires a new or larger service. We can assess your needs to determine the minimum power needed to run your business and keep in mind any future needs. We can assure you that installation of your new service can be fulfilled with minimal down time.
Main Panel or Sub Panel:
The Main Panel is the heart of your electrical system. All the power supplied by your utility company enters through this panel; this includes circuit breakers to prevent overloads (too much power) of electricity to your business. The amount of amperage will vary by the size of the panel.
Sub Panels are electrical panels, of a smaller size than the main panel, that are used to extend a feed for multiple branch circuits to another area or building a great distance away from the main panel. The idea is to run a single set of feeder wires from the main panel, via a two or three pole breaker, and extend them out to a sub-panel, which will feed multiple branch circuits in that area of your sub panel. From there, the sub panel connects to outlets, lighting and other loads via individual circuit breakers, just like your main panel.
Transfer Switch:
A transfer switch is an electrical switch that switches a location's electric power source from its primary source to its secondary or third source, and back; and is part of an electric distribution system. An automatic transfer switch is often installed where a backup generator is located, so that the generator may provide temporary electrical power if the utility source fails. Not only do they safely switch-in the backup generator as a temporary source of electric power; it also commands the backup generator to start, based on certain conditions it continuously monitors on the electric utility feed; and it isolates the backup generator from the electric utility, when the generator is on and is providing temporary power. The control capability of a transfer switch may be manual only, or a combination of automatic and manual.
Transformer Installation:
The successful operation of a high voltage or low voltage transformer is dependent on proper installation as well as on good design. It is important that you follow current NEC practice and applicable local codes.
High voltage transformers convert voltages from one level or phase configuration to another, usually from higher to lower. They can include features for electrical isolation, power distribution, and control and instrumentation applications. High voltage transformers usually depend on the principle of magnetic induction between coils to convert voltage and/or current levels. High voltage transformers can be configured as either a single-phase primary configuration or a three-phase configuration.
Low voltage transformers convert line voltage power and reduce its power output so that the energy supplied can be easily supported by an electrical device that requires less power to operate. Installing low voltage transformers can be a bit tricky without the proper knowledge so having our professional electrician install them can save you lots of time, headaches, and possible injury to yourself and others.
480v/277v 3 phase, 208v/120v 2 phase, 240v/120v Single phase:
These voltages and phases will vary depending on your own needs to run your equipment, lighting, etc. Logue Electric, Inc. can handle any size your company may need.
Exhaust Fan Installation:
Commercial kitchen exhaust fans are a vital part of your ventilation system. They remove odors and improve indoor air quality. Commercial kitchen fans also remove moisture, which can increase the level of humidity. High humidity can cause mold, mildew and bacteria growth which can ultimately result in major health code violations.
The two most common types of fans are:
- Impeller
- Blower
Impeller fans move air with blades similar to airplane propellers. Blower fans look like hamster wheels - they are often called squirrel cage fans - and generally are more efficient than impeller fans.
Lighting Panel:
Primary use of a lighting panel is to supply electric to the lighting throughout the facility. This can be as simple as a standard breaker or it could be as complex as Smart panel.
Smart Panel:
A Smart panel is a panel that is capable of reading natural lighting and shedding lighting load as needed to maintain your preferable lighting. This can be installed easily and can save you money on your energy bills. This new programmable technology lets you program your lights to come on automatically before your shift starts to a lower lighting level which gives your employees safe entry. Once your shift starts, the lighting will automatically ramp up to full lighting when needed. This alone can save you thousands of dollars each year.
General Receptacle:
Anytime you find you need an additional receptacle or outlet (to power anything from a small fan for a worker or new equipment) we can wire a general receptacle to suit your needs.
Generator Installation:
Whether it's for keeping that furnace or air conditioner running, keeping the computers on-line, or running the business a generator is a great asset to any business. Getting your generator installed today will eliminate any worries in the future when a power outage occurs.
Portable Office Wiring:
Schools and businesses that outgrow their needs choose to bring in portable buildings to gain additional space. The wiring to these buildings need to be installed in such a way that they remain portable but functional and safe.
Electrical Maintenance:Maintaining the electric throughout your facility needs a pro active approach. We will always be looking to the future to enhance and improve your needs. Pro active and preventative maintenance can save your company time and money by eliminating small problems that may become big problems. If you take notice of the panel to the right, due to neglect and lack of preventative maintenance, this fast food restaurant missed out on several thousand dollars of revenue on a Sunday afternoon because their panel exploded and they could not operate. They also incurred the cost of the replacing the whole panel which could have been avoided with preventative general electrical maintenance.
Step-down Transformer:
There are many uses for a step-down transformer and the larger devices are used in electric power systems, and small units in electronic devices. Industrial and residential power transformers that operate at the line frequency may be single phase or three-phase, are designed to handle high voltages and currents. Efficient power transmission requires a step-up transformer at the power-generating station to raise voltages, with a corresponding decrease in current. Line power losses are proportional to the square of the current times the resistance of the power line, so that very high voltages and low currents are used for long-distance transmission lines to reduce power losses. At the receiving end, step-down transformers reduce the voltage, and increase the current, to the residential or industrial voltage levels, usually between 110V and 600V output.
Full Facility Lighting:
(both indoor and outdoor)
We are capable of keeping your company fully illuminated. Whether replacing bulbs, ballasts, trouble shooting, installing new light fixtures or signs, there is no job too small to improve your lighting needs. Weve been known to repair lighting that hasnt worked in years.
General Purpose or Dedicated Branch Circuit:
General purpose branch circuits are 120 volt circuits used for supplying lighting fixtures and receptacle outlets for most small portable appliances. There are usually a number of general purpose branch circuits supplying lights and outlets in different rooms around a residence or commercial or industrial building. The power coming into an average home is a 240-volt, 200-amp line. Branch circuits allow this power to be divided and sent where needed. By varying the wire size, more current can be sent to appliances that require more power. The breakers in the power panel protect each branch circuit from trying to carry more current than the circuit was designed. Branch circuits carry a lot of power and extreme care should be used when working around them. The minimum current carried by these circuits is 15 amps. This is more than enough to kill a person in less than a second. The National Electric Code has established strict rules governing the design and construction of these circuits.
Solar Power:
Solar panels can harness the sun's energy and convert it to energy to provide power to homes and businesses. As companies continue to seek alternative sources of energy and for ways to preserve the environment, solar energy has become an even more viable option.
Expense
Initial solar electricity equipment costs may seem like a fortune, but there are instant and long-term solar electricity benefits to consider. Many states offer tax breaks for homes and businesses that install solar panels. This can cut a bulk out of the cost. Also, if solar panels process extra power, that power can get sent out to the power grid, and the electricity company will actually pay you for providing it.
Maintenance
After the installation of solar electricity, there is little to no maintenance that needs to be done to the panels. They are usually positioned on a rooftop, so they do not take up any part of your yard, home, or business. A typical solar panel installation will last for at least 30 years before it needs to be replaced.
Extra Lighting
Even if you do not convert your home to complete solar electricity, small solar panels can help cut costs and light up your home. Garden lights, Christmas lights, fountains and other outdoor equipment can now be purchased with built-in solar panels. This saves the fuss of dealing with extension cords and saves money on the electricity.
Advantage
One of the main advantages of solar electricity is that it is powered by a renewable fuel source, the sun. The sun will provide power for years to come, and other sources like coal and uranium will eventually run out. When positioned at the right angle, solar panels can use UV rays as long as the sun is shining.
Consideration
Some think that solar electricity is not available at night or during bad weather. This is not the case because many solar electricity systems come with back up battery storage for those situations. The batteries hold enough electricity to power a home for a week or more with no sunlight. Systems can also be connected to a power grid in case extra power is needed.
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