Arlington County needed a reliable electrical infrastructure to power its new recycling equipment, including the Lippmann 4800e Portable Impactor Plant and LR516r Dual NRHPower Screener. These machines play a vital role in crushing, screening, stacking, and recycling materials to support the county’s sustainability goals. The project required upgrading the site’s electrical capacity to handle the increased power demands efficiently.
L&M Electric and Plumbing delivered a turnkey electrical upgrade, ensuring the seamless installation of power systems for the new recycling equipment. Our scope included:
✔ Custom Electrical Design & Installation – Designed and installed a 1200A 480V 3-phase service panel and an 800A disconnect switch, replacing the existing CT cabinet and meter base.
✔ Service Upgrade Coordination – Worked closely with Dominion Energy and Arlington County to upgrade the service from 400A to 1200A, including trenching and installing 850 linear feet of PVC piping and wiring.
✔ Optimized Implementation – Adapted the design to use multiple smaller disconnect switches instead of a single 1200A Main Distribution Panel, accelerating project completion.
✔ Seamless Execution – Mounted and installed the CT cabinet and meter base with Dominion Energy, ensuring all connections were tested and powered for immediate operation.
✅ On-Time & On-Budget Completion – The project was completed ahead of schedule, ensuring Arlington’s recycling operations launched without delays.
✅ Cost-Effective Power Solutions – Our design modifications optimized costs while meeting the county’s growing energy needs.
✅ Compliance & Risk Management – All work adhered to NEC standards and building codes, with a proactive approach to risk mitigation and client communication.
L&M Electric and Plumbing played a key role in powering Arlington County’s latest sustainability initiative. Our expertise in high-voltage electrical projects, strategic coordination with utility providers, and commitment to efficiency ensured a successful outcome.
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