Transmission Line Design

MEI’s transmission line design team stands on our reputation of technical quality, safety, and environmental responsibility. From the computer-aided design of new and upgraded transmission facilities, to the development of drawings and bid specifications, materials engineering and procurement, construction and project management, MEI provides a wide range of transmission line design services. Our long history in the utility industry gives us a unique understanding of transmission issues. To stay abreast of the latest design technologies and safety requirements, our engineers are actively involved members of the Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers, American National Standards Institute, and the National Electric Safety Code. MEI Engineers and technicians use PLS-CADD to design a wide variety of transmission power lines and structures.

Services

Computer-Aided Transmission Power Line Design using PLS-CADD
Design of Structures and Foundations using PLS-POLE, CAISSON, and LPILE
Detailed Job Packages—Line Design, Construction Staging, Conductor Sag and Tension Charts to Owner Standards
Easement Research and Acquisition
Load Requirements and Design Drawings for Full-Scale Structural Tests
Transmission Power Line Upgrades and Modifications, Reconductoring Design

Procurement and Consulting

CCN Applications
Centerline Surveys
Construction/Project Management
Construction Inspection
Consulting and Training for National Electrical Safety Code
Develop Plan and Profile Drawings
Development of Purchase Specifications and Drawings
High Temperature (200°C) Conductor Design
Material Specifications and Contract Bid Documents
Materials Engineering and Procurement
Regulatory Permit Consulting and Filing
Transmission Power Line Design and Calculations

For more information about Transmission Line Design, contact Rex Woods, P.E.

What Our Clients Have to Say…

McCord Engineering started providing work order inspections prior to 1989 and our relationship with McCord Engineering has grown to being our main engineering firm doing two year and long range work plans, sectionalizing studies, designing and inspection of transmission upgrades, and designing distribution work plan projects. We have found McCord Engineering to be very competent and innovative group using the latest technology such as lidar drones to survey and design distribution lines and assist us with any needs.

Clayton Stanford
Engineering Director
San Bernard Electric Co-op

McCord Engineering is one of the most innovative, forward looking, and technologically advanced consultants Mid-South Synergy have had the privilege to work with. We are proud to have them work with us on our Vegetation Management program using LIDAR and multispectral imagery, an approach that has changed the way we do vegetation management and has the potential to change the utility industry as a whole….

Dr. Comfort Manyame
GISP
MidSouth Synergy

McCord has provided Engineering services to the City of Georgetown since 1988. They are reliable, accurate, and responsive to all our needs and willing to go the extra mile in our behalf.

Jimmy L. Sikes
Electric Engineering Manager
Georgetown Utility Systems/Electric Division

McCord Engineering has been a tremendous resource for CoServ Electric since 1996. When we work with McCord, we are collaborating with engineering experts who are extremely knowledgeable, reliable and responsive to our needs and those of our Members. They consistently use cutting-edge technology and innovative practices to provide a quality product that is complete and efficient. Our track record with them is excellent, and they always commit the resources, time and talent to make our relationship a win-win.

Chris Skidmore
Manager of Major Designs and Standards | Engineering Services