Power Distribution

Effective power distribution is crucial to ensuring the proper functioning of any building. The electrical power distribution of a site or building are effectively the arteries and veins of a facility, providing energy distribution to support every function. Having the distribution functioning at an optimum ensures that all dependent functions are kept operational during the most adverse events. The power distribution system should be designed to cover all site services and transmission emanating from the supply authority at the network distribution system.

The power to change buildings

Sustainable Power Distribution Systems
  • The increasing need for energy efficiency and decarbonization in today’s world propels electrical design to be one of the foremost considerations for owners and users. The team of experts at M+B specializes in sustainable Power Distribution Systems. We can provide fully integrated solutions, including medium-voltage (MV) (below 66KV) and low-voltage (LV) (below 750V) systems, while complying with utility company regulations and meeting the needs and requirements of the owners, users, and architects.
  • Our team of engineers is always prepared to face challenges and develop innovative solutions for any constructability issues that may arise during a project. They provide valuable assistance to construction teams and building/development owners to ensure the job is completed correctly. Our highly skilled engineers are experts in the design process and can handle projects of any size and complexity.

Areas of Expertise

  • Medium Voltage and low voltage switchgear design or replacement. 
  • Smart metering system for base building and tenant power.
  • 5kV, 13.8kV, 600V, 480V, 208/120V, and 240/120V power distribution for lighting and plug loads, mechanical equipment, and any other loads in the building.
  • Emergency Power distribution system:

    1. Emergency Generating System: Diesel, natural gas, and biofuel generators, as well as automatic transfer switching.
    2. Emergency Load Shedding schedule conforming to CSA282 requirements.
    3. Emergency power distribution conforms to the latest code requirements.
    4. Fire-rated Requirements for conductors and building needs.
    5. Connection of micro-generation (wind, solar, co-generation, etc.) to the utility grid.

  • Vertical and horizontal busways.
  • Uninterruptible Power system distribution.
  • Transient Voltage Surge Suppression, harmonic mitigation.
  • Short circuit, Coordination and Arch Flash studies.
  • Power quality reviews and studies and solutions for improving power quality.
  • Power factor correction.
  • Photo Voltaic Power; Solar Power, Wind and Co-Generation.
  • EV Charging stations. 
  • Tenant power distribution to any tenant in the building.
  • Grounding and bonding systems.