| Location | Washington, CT |
| Owner | Frederick Gunn School |
| Industry | Education |
| General Contractor | O&G Industries, Inc. |
| Completion Date | December 2023 |
C&H Electric contributed to the Frederick Gunn School’s Center for Innovation and Active Citizenship, a 2-story ground-up educational building. The project involved demolition, relocation of campus-wide utilities, and installation of advanced electrical systems to support the facility’s innovative design.
The Challenge
This project posed several key challenges:
- Open Ceiling Design: All electrical work was exposed, requiring meticulous planning and precision.
- Tight Timeline: Completion was planned within a 12-month construction schedule, demanding seamless execution despite supply chain pressures.
- Infrastructure Coordination: Integrating a new generator, upgraded power systems, and extended feeders under a busy campus layout.
The Solution
C&H Electric’s skilled team provided expert solutions to meet the project’s goals:
- 2,000 AMP Service: Installed a new service to meet the building’s high-power demands.
- Emergency Power: Integrated a 500Kw Kohler generator and automatic transfer switch (ATS) to ensure backup power reliability.
- Exposed Electrical Design: Executed electrical work with precision, adhering to the open ceiling design intent for a clean, aesthetic finish.
- Secondary Feeder Installation: Built a 300ft duct bank below the service road to supply power efficiently across the campus.
The Results
- On-Time Delivery: Despite a demanding schedule, C&H Electric maintained progress to meet the 12-month deadline.
- Future-Ready Infrastructure: Upgraded power systems ensure seamless facility operations and long-term energy resilience.
- Innovative Execution: Exposed electrical work highlighted precision and craftsmanship, aligning with the project’s modern design vision.
C&H Electric’s expertise helped bring the Frederick Gunn School’s vision to life, enabling the Center for Innovation and Active Citizenship to serve as a dynamic space for education and community growth.
