Through its technical services department, AMP-Ohio is able to assist member communities with their electric system design, construction and project management needs. Some of the services offered are:

T&D Projects – AMP-Ohio’s professional engineers design projects from distribution lines (overhead and underground) to substations. Experience with siting small-unit power generation equipment is another strength of the department.

Project Management – AMP-Ohio engineers and energy services consultants help communities select a consultant engineer, monitor the progress of a project and act as an independent advisor to protect the interest of the municipal electric system. AMP-Ohio will write specifications for the bidding process, oversee bid opening and award, and verify that contractors meet required specifications for materials and work performed.

System Reviews – AMP-Ohio will coordinate a review of a member electric distribution system, pointing out projects that will benefit the member system and increase the quality, reliability and efficiency of service to customers.

Mapping – Our field personnel and engineering technicians can provide full mapping services for your electrical distribution system, including field surveys, marking and complete sets of maps for utility department use. GIS or AutoCAD system maps can be created for use on their own or in conjunction with a facilities database.

Infrared testing – With advanced infrared diagnostic equipment, AMP-Ohio engineers and technicians can quickly and thoroughly do on-site inspections of your electric service components, distribution facilities and equipment. This can identify faulty electrical connections, overloaded equipment and other conditions that can lead to costly service disruptions. AMP-Ohio provides an illustrated written report to help you plan and budget preventive maintenance.

Other testing – Using a wide array of equipment, AMP-Ohio personnel can conduct power system studies for load flow, short circuits and relay coordination. Power monitoring studies can pinpoint voltage and current disturbances, track load trends and detail the harmonics of the system. AMP-Ohio also has the equipment and personnel to test relays, reclosers, breakers, cables and transformers.

Contact:  For more information on AMP-Ohio engineering programs, please call Larry Marquis, vice president of business & technical services, at 614/337-6222 or send e-mail to lmarquis@amp-ohio.org.