SEI specializes in complex installations for Commercial and Industrial customers where reliable and continuous power is a critical factor.
Our services include:
Lighting:
– Interior lighting installation and fixture upgrades (LED, occupancy sensors, daylight harvesting)
– Exterior lighting around buildings and in parking lots
– Emergency and exit lighting
– Lighting control systems
Power:
– Main service equipment and gear installation and upgrades
– Subpanels, transformers and power distribution
– Wiring (branch circuits, feeders)
– Breakers, fuses and disconnect switches
– Surge protection and power conditioning equipment
Backup Power:
– Generators and automatic transfer switches
– Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS)
Specialty Systems:
– Fire alarm systems
– Security systems including cameras
– Building automation and HVAC controls
– Public address/intercom systems
Infrastructure and Remodeling:
– Electrical for new construction builds and renovations
– Signage, both indoor and outdoor
With 30 years of experience in project management, design and analysis, every estimate is reviewed before the project starts to provide cost-saving scenarios and as the project progresses to help mitigate expensive change orders. These services include:
Consulting Services
– Power load calculations and demand forecasts
– Energy efficiency recommendations
– Cost/benefit analysis of electrical systems
– Equipment specifications and selection
– Arc flash and short circuit analysis
– Coordination and device setting recommendations
Design and Drawings
– New electrical system designs
– Single line diagrams
– Lighting plans
– Conduit and cable schedules
– Panelboard schedules
– Details like one-lines, schematics, etc.
Engineering Analysis
– Power quality assessments
– Harmonic analysis
– Voltage drop calculations
– Motor starting/flicker analysis
– Payback analysis for efficiency upgrades
Technology Integration
– Lighting control programming
– Building automation system integration
– Software modeling like PowerCAD, Revit
Compliance Services
– Support with applicable codes
– Permit and interconnection applications
– Commissioning to validate performance
Field Services
– Infrared thermography to identify electrical issues
– Power quality metering
– Testing and reporting of results
Sam’s Electro Inc. portfolio of services includes:
Cabling Installation
– Cat5/Cat6 data cabling
– Fiber optic and coaxial cable runs
– Cabling labeling and network mapping
– Structured cabling for future bandwidth needs
Equipment Connectivity
– Network switch, router and WiFi access point installation
– Telecom backbones and demarc extensions
– Server rack and data center build-outs
– Cable tray and ladder rack systems
Testing and Verification
– Cable testing and troubleshooting
– Network connectivity validation
– End-to-end performance benchmarking
– Documentation of installed infrastructure
Special Systems
– Audiovisual wiring for video conferencing
– Intercoms, paging and emergency phones
– Security camera and access control networks
– Building automation system wiring
Planning and Design
– Develop network architecture diagrams
– Budgetary estimating
– Create rack elevations
– Submittals and coordination with other trades
Certified Partner Services
– Certified installation and service for brands like Cisco, Crestron, Motorola
– Manufacturer warranty support
– Configuration capabilities
– Staff product training and licensing
Commissioning and Testing Services
SEI provides independent commissioning agent (ICX) services for mission-critical facilities, ensuring all electrical, mechanical, and integrated systems operate as designed before, during, and after construction. Our commissioning expertise helps facility owners validate system performance, minimize operational risk, and achieve optimal uptime from day one.
Level 5: Integrated Systems Testing
Our comprehensive Level 5 commissioning validates that all facility systems work together seamlessly under normal, failure, and maintenance conditions:
Normal Operation Testing
Zero load, partial load, and full design load validation
Power system performance verification (UPS input/output parameters)
Cooling system operation within design limits
Environmental monitoring (temperature, humidity, airflow)
Data accuracy verification at local control panels and Network Operations Center (NOC)
Power Outage and Failover Testing
Utility feed failure simulations (single and dual feed)
Generator startup, load transfer, and sustained operation
UPS seamless transition and battery runtime validation
Automatic Transfer Switch (ATS) sequencing verification
Static Transfer Switch (STS) failover testing
Return to normal operation procedures
Mechanical and HVAC Testing
CRAC/CAHU failure scenario testing at full load
N+1 redundancy validation
Temperature rise monitoring and recovery time documentation
Automated unit failover and load balancing verification
Glycol pump and cooling distribution testing
Maintenance Mode Operations
Generator testing without load transfer
UPS bypass operations (static and manual wrap-around)
Sequential equipment isolation testing
System operability verification during maintenance windows
Fire Detection and Suppression Testing
Smoke detector activation and FACP interface verification
Fire suppression system integration (no discharge testing)
Emergency Power Off (EPO) testing
Alarm propagation to monitoring systems
Coordination with local fire department and authorities having jurisdiction
Load Bank Testing
Portable load bank deployment and connection
Progressive loading to maximum design capacity
Server simulator load testing
Heat load generation for thermal testing
Performance data logging and analysis
Level 6: Closeout and Turnover
Documentation and Reporting
Comprehensive commissioning reports (digital and printed formats)
Test result compilation with pass/fail criteria
Photographic and video evidence of testing
As-built drawing verification and markup
Deficiency lists with remediation recommendations
Operations and maintenance (O&M) manual validation
Training and Knowledge Transfer
Operator training on commissioned systems
Emergency procedure walkthroughs
System interaction demonstrations
Troubleshooting guidance
Documentation handoff sessions
Post-Commissioning Support
90-day warranty period monitoring
Seasonal testing recommendations
Trend analysis and optimization recommendations
Annual re-commissioning services
Pre-Commissioning Services (Levels 0-4)
Design Review and Planning
Engineering design package review
Constructability assessments
Method of Procedure (MOP) development
Test plan creation with pass/fail criteria
Risk assessment and mitigation strategies
Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) Oversight
Witness testing at manufacturer facilities
Equipment verification against specifications
Performance validation prior to shipment
Installation Quality Verification
Visual inspections during construction
Compliance checks against approved designs
Component delivery inspections
Pre-startup walkthroughs
Component Level Testing (Level 4)
Individual equipment startup and burn-in
Vendor-supervised commissioning
Unit performance validation
Subsystem integration testing
Standards and Compliance
Our commissioning services follow industry-leading standards and best practices:
ASHRAE Guideline 0, 1.1, and 202 – Commissioning process framework
ASHRAE Standard 90.1 – Energy efficiency requirements
NFPA 70E – Electrical safety in the workplace
NFPA 72 & 2001 – Fire alarm and suppression systems
ISO 9001 – Quality management systems
ISO 22301 – Business continuity management
Industries We Serve
Data Centers and Colocation Facilities – Tier III/IV uptime requirements
Teleports and Satellite Ground Stations – Mission-critical communications infrastructure
Healthcare Facilities – Hospitals and medical centers requiring 24/7 operations
Industrial Manufacturing – Process-critical power and environmental systems
Financial Services – Trading floors and data processing centers
Government and Defense – Secure and reliable critical infrastructure
Why Choose SEI for Commissioning?
✓ 24 Years of Mission-Critical Experience – Over 500 projects successfully commissioned
✓ Self-Perform Capabilities – We install AND commission, ensuring accountability
✓ Live Operations Expertise – Minimal disruption to existing 24/7 facilities
✓ Comprehensive Testing Equipment – Load banks, power analyzers, thermal imaging, data loggers
✓ C-10 Licensed Electrical Contractors – Deep technical understanding of power systems
✓ Safety-First Culture – Arc flash certified, OSHA compliant, rigorous safety protocols
✓ Trusted by Industry Leaders – Equinix, QTS, Tesla, and other Fortune 500 companies