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President Jorge G. Gonzalez flips the switch to mark the completion of Kalamazoo College’s electrical upgrades.<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n
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Partners including engineering designer Abonmarche Byce, construction manager Owen-Ames-Kimball, and electrical contractor Hi-Tech Electric helped make the upgrades possible.<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

Kalamazoo College has completed a major multi-year project to modernize its electrical infrastructure, strengthening the safety and reliability of campus power while also building capacity for future growth. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Engineering for the project began in early 2022, with construction starting in fall 2023. The project introduced a new 8,320V power service and modernized medium-voltage switchgear across campus. All new underground cabling was designed in a two-loop configuration to enhance reliability, and new main distribution panels were installed so that each building can operate independently. In addition to reliability and safety, the project also supports K\u2019s sustainability goals. New transformers use mineral oil for insulation and cooling, eliminating risks of contamination in the event of a leak. For the first time, the College can also monitor and measure energy consumption in every building\u2014an important step toward meeting the goals outlined in the College\u2019s Climate Action Plan<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This work was made possible with the support of several partners: engineering designer Abonmarche Byce, construction manager Owen-Ames-Kimball, and electrical contractor\u00a0 Hi-Tech Electric. Funding support came in part from The Herbert H. and Grace A. Dow Foundation, whose $2 million grant<\/a> supported the project as well as enhancements to K\u2019s science facilities.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cThis infrastructure modernization will contribute greatly to the reliability and safety of our campus electrical system. Some of the components that were replaced were 80 years old,\u201d said President Jorge G. Gonzalez at a ceremony to celebrate the switchover to the new system. \u201cTogether, we\u2019ve brought this project from blueprint to reality. Lux Esto!\u201d  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Ceremony attendees were treated to cookies shaped like light bulbs.<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n
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The Herbert H. and Grace A. Dow Foundation helped support the electrical project with a $2 million grant that also supported enhancements to K\u2019s science facilities.<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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