High/Medium/Low Voltage System Testing, Retrofits & Compliance
FAQ
What voltage systems does BCES Global work on?
BCES Global provides testing, retrofits, and compliance services across the full voltage spectrum — low voltage (under 1kV), medium voltage (1kV to 35kV), and high voltage (above 35kV). This includes switchgear, transformers, substations, motor control centers, panel boards, and power distribution equipment across commercial, industrial, institutional, and utility environments.
What does high/medium/low voltage testing involve?
Voltage system testing involves a range of diagnostic procedures to assess the condition, performance, and safety of electrical equipment. This includes insulation resistance testing, power factor testing, contact resistance testing, protective relay testing, and transformer testing. The goal is to identify degradation, defects, or non-compliance before they result in equipment failure or safety incidents.
Can BCES Global perform voltage work on energized equipment?
Yes. BCES Global is qualified to perform both energized and de-energized electrical work. Energized work is performed in strict accordance with CSA Z462 and NFPA 70E safety standards, using appropriately rated PPE and procedures. For facilities that cannot afford downtime, energized maintenance and testing options are available to keep operations running without interruption.
What are electrical retrofits and when are they needed?
Electrical retrofits involve upgrading or replacing aging or obsolete electrical equipment to improve reliability, safety, and compliance. Common retrofit projects include switchgear upgrades, breaker replacements, transformer replacements, and control system modernization. Retrofits are typically needed when equipment reaches end of life, when parts are no longer available, when load requirements have grown, or when existing equipment no longer meets current safety and compliance standards.
Does BCES Global handle compliance for voltage systems?
Yes. BCES Global provides compliance services to ensure your electrical systems meet applicable Canadian and U.S. standards including CSA, NFPA, and IEEE requirements. This includes documentation, testing records, and recommendations for any remediation required to bring systems into compliance.
What industries does BCES Global serve for voltage services?
BCES Global serves a broad range of industries including commercial real estate, industrial manufacturing, data centers, healthcare, utilities, municipalities, educational institutions, and mixed-use developments — across North America.
How do I request voltage testing or a retrofit assessment?
Contact BCES Global at +1-866-909-8344 or through bcesglobal.com to discuss your facility's requirements. Our team will assess your system, identify priorities, and provide a scope of work tailored to your operational and compliance needs.