Distribution

Distribution system engineering begins with planning - both long range and short term. Long range planning generally evaluates system needs over a 10 - 20 year period. The long range plan provides guidance for designing the overall system. It involves load and growth forecasting and load flow analysis and provides one or more distribution system designs to serve the anticipated load. Short term planning recommends specific improvements for implementation over a 2 - 4 year period. The short term planning may include load flow analysis, system protection and coordination, general replacement and operational needs. It provides detailed cost estimates of the recommended improvements.

System improvements are implemented as a result of the short term planning study, also known as a Construction Work Plan. Allgeier Martin has designed distribution system improvements for over fifty years. Our experienced staking crews are well equipped to provide the field design and staking necessary. The client may choose to use our design by constructing the project with its own crews. In many cases, however, Allgeier Martin will prepare contract documents and specifications for competitive bidding and construction by a contractor. We can provide complete contract administration including on-site construction observation services, payment recommendations, final inspection and closeout of the contract.

Other distribution system engineering services we provide include distribution system automation, economic conductor analysis, mapping and CAD services, cost-of-service studies, power requirement studies and right-of-way procurement.

Allgeier Martin is happy to provide any or all of the above described services on any given project. We have provided distribution system engineering services to rural electric cooperatives, investor owned utilities and municipally owned utilities for over fifty years. We specialize in tailoring these services to meet the specific needs of each client.