The St. Michael Central Plant project focused on the design and implementation of a comprehensive lightning protection system to protect a hospital cooling tower. This system included new air terminals, bonding plates, and aluminum/copper Class I main conductors, all coordinated with existing infrastructure. The design adhered to NFPA 780 standards, with provisions for proper bonding to key systems such as gas piping, water service, and building grounding networks. Diagrams and site plans detailed precise conductor routing, bonding requirements, and air terminal placements across both the roof and upper levels.

Throughout the project, we identified and documented pre-existing damages to the protection system, then developed engineered corrections for those issues. Reuse and integration of existing components, where possible, helped ensure both cost-efficiency and compliance. Final deliverables included a complete set of marked-up plans and photographic documentation of existing conditions and intended work.

Size

Services/Features

Lightning Protection

Field Documentation and Damage Assessment

Industry Sector

Medical

Completion Date

2023