Heavy Duties

Giffin Koerth concentrates its heavy electrical expertise in three main sectors:

Utility Failure Analysis: Generation, Transmission and Distribution

  • Power transformers (large to pole top)
  • Generators (large to standby systems)
  • Circuit breaker and other electrical switchgear
  • High voltage transmission and distribution lines
  • Motors of all sizes
  • Power cables
  • Protection and control systems

Industrial, Commercial and Residential Failure Analysis

  • Electrical failures and fires
  • Residential wiring
  • Commercial electrical installations
  • Power interruption and power quality problems
  • Lightning damage, power surges, ground faults, etc.
  • Electromagnetic fields (EMF), stray currents and tingle voltages

Risk Assessment

  • Assessment of insurance risk levels for electrical facilities
  • Analysis of emergency response plans
  • Assessment of potential down time