Past Projects
Generator Decommission and removal
750-KW Kohler Generator
Project Scope:
- Removal of a 750-kW generator and all associated components.
- Includes wiring, conduit, fuel lines, ATS units, and other related equipment.
- Responsibilities: Powering down and disassembling the generator for removal.
- Equipment used: Crane, Industrial skates, Pallet jacks, Cribbing.
- Efficient and safe execution.
Satellite Facility Decommission
Springfield, VA
Project Scope:
- Decommission and removal of all equipment from a satellite TV broadcasting station.
- Total equipment weight: approximately 500,000 lbs.
- Facility size: 30,000 square feet of warehouse space on an 11-acre site
- Involved disassembly, transport, and disposal of various assets.
- Managed use of diverse heavy equipment: Telescoping forklift, Traditional forklift, Pallet jacks, Various dollies, Crane
- Items weighed up to 16,000 lbs, requiring creative problem-solving for safe handling
- Focused on innovative and efficient solutions for equipment management
- Execution & Results:
- Completed the project on time, ensuring a safe work environment throughout
- No injuries or damage to equipment
- Successfully met the owner’s expectations
- Additional Responsibilities:
- Scheduled and coordinated manpower, equipment, and trucking logistics
- Managed waste removal and scrap metal recycling
Generator and Penthouse Decommission
Vornado 1500-KW Rooftop Generator | Crystal City, VA
Project Scope:
- Decommission and remove (1) 1500-kW generator with enclosure, including all associated wiring, conduit, fuel lines, four (4) ATS units, and related equipment.
- Decommission and remove (1) 250-ton air-cooled chiller, including all associated wiring, conduit, chilled water lines, pump package, and related equipment.
- Decommission and remove three (3) UPS systems and battery cabinets with batteries, along with all associated wiring, conduit, disconnects, and related equipment.
- Decommission and remove (1) 4000-amp utility switchboard and (1) 2500-amp generator switchboard, along with all associated distribution panels, wiring, conduit, and related equipment.
- Decommission and remove (1) CRAC unit, including all associated wiring, conduit, and related equipment.
- Decommission and remove (1) abandoned CRAC unit.
- Remove all wiring, conduit, and pull boxes in the UPS room, including those feeding other floors via the building’s return air shaft.
- Re-feed (1) chiller and its associated pump package from distribution panel MDP-P to the base building motor control center.
- Remove the existing raised flooring in the UPS room.
- Decommission and remove four (4) abandoned dry coolers and pump packages located on the roof.
- Repair all penetrations to comply with the existing fire rating requirements.
- Remove the generator exhaust system and all associated hangers.
Electrical Decommission and Demo
Mid-Atlantic Power | Fairfax, VA
Project Scope:
- DC Decom provided labor, equipment, floor protection, and insurance to complete the following tasks:
- Demolition and removal of bypass, battery cabinets, and UPS units.
- Demolition and removal of the steel/concrete pad, followed by a thorough broom sweep.
- Removal of batteries and transportation to Mid Atlantic Power.
Data Center Decommission
Oath Inc. | Ashburn, VA
Project Scope:
- Suite F150-B Data Center Restoration
- Removal and disposal of all pre-identified cable trays and associated cable tray structures. To include, but not limited to, seismic bracing and support hardware. anchoring brackets, connecting rods, threaded rods, strut channel, anchors and fasteners, etc.
- Removal and disposal of all pre-identified network communication cabling.
- Removal and disposal of all pre-identified power cabling, cabling connectors, fasteners, hardware, flexible liquid-tight, raceways, and conduits back to base building Power Distribution Unit’s (PDU’s) output breaker/infrastructure.
- Removal and disposal of all pre-identified fiber communications from suite 160 to the point of presence S-POP and P-POP.
- Removal and disposal of all pre-identified inner duct conduit/raceway.
- Removal and disposal of all pre-identified equipment grounding conductors from Oath property back to base building underfloor grounding trunk.
- Removal and disposal of all pre-identified Remote Power Panels (RPPs) and cabling, fasteners, flexible liquid-tight, raceways, conduits, and hardware.
- Removal and disposal of all pre-identified unusable solid floor tile.
- Replace unusable solid floor tile with Oath-provided new replacement to match existing.
- Install approved fire-stopping system or compounds after removal of Oath property including electrical services cables, cable sleeves, cable trays, conduits, trunking, walls, and floors.
- Removal and disposal of all pre-identified Oath property seismic bracing and support hardware; To include but not limited to anchoring brackets, connecting rods, threaded rods, strut channel, anchors and fasteners, etc.
- Concrete patch and deck repair. Repair the concrete floor after removal of Oath property, including anchors and fasteners. Including but not limited to fastening hardware for cable tray structure, network communication hardware and equipment, conduits, supports and junction boxes, etc.
- Clean raised floor surface. Upon removal of all Oath property, cleaned raised floor surface using approved vacuuming and damp mopping guidelines. Removed marks and soiling when possible with cleaning chemicals approved for use in the data center environments.
Decommission of Radio Station, Data Center, and Rooftop Equipment
Washington, D.C.
Project Scope:
- Decommission and power down all studio equipment in preparation for removal and recycling.
- Safely evacuate and dispose of refrigerant from two CRAH units, ensuring compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations.
- Decommission and remove HVAC rooftop units associated with the CRAH units.
- Decommission and remove all satellite dishes from the rooftop.
- Decommission and remove all racks within the data center.
- Demolish two soundproof studio rooms constructed after the tenant’s move-in.
- Complete all necessary work to facilitate the tenant’s lease termination.
Global Power Supply Chesapeake Decommission
Chesapeake, VA
Project Scope:
- Evacuate and Dispose of Refrigerant: Safely evacuate and dispose of refrigerant from two CRAH units in full compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
- Disconnect, Remove, and Dispose of HVAC Components: Disconnect, remove, and dispose of ductwork, drain pans, and condensate pumps.
- Refrigerant Lines Removal: Remove all associated refrigerant lines.
- Disposal of UPS and Electrical Equipment: Remove and dispose of UPS units, battery cabinets, transfer switches, monitoring panels, and all distribution panels.
- Battery Disposal: Dispose of batteries in accordance with all local, state, and federal laws.
- Electrical Circuit and Conduit Removal: Remove all electrical circuits and conduit associated with the equipment.
- Generator Fuel Removal: Safely remove and dispose of fuel from the generator in compliance with local, state, and federal laws.
- Electrical Feeds & Conduit Capping: Disconnect and remove all electrical feeds, and cap any outdoor conduit.
- Transport of Equipment: Load the generator and CRAH units onto a truck provided by others.
- Rooftop Dry Cooler Removal: Remove two rooftop dry coolers along with all associated electrical and refrigerant lines.
- Seal Roof Penetrations: Cover and caulk any roof penetrations with plywood to prevent water ingress.
Generator removal
SIbley Memorial Hospital | Washington, D.C.
Project Scope:
- Removed three generators, one section switchgear, two remote radiators, and one fuel tank.
- Removed and properly disposed of all diesel fuel, glycol, and batteries.
- Disposed of all items removed during normal business hours, ensuring no interference with ongoing hospital activities.
- Observed safety requirements to prevent any disruptions or hazards.
- Left the site in a clean condition with no damage or safety violations.
- Fulfilled all expectations outlined in the contract.
Demo Space
Cushman & Wakefield | McLean, VA
Project Scope:
- Remove all interior walls.
- Remove all carpeting throughout the space.
- Cut walls 3 feet below the ceiling line and cap with white powder-coated aluminum for a clean finish.
- Repair the existing bulkhead where drywall had been removed, ensuring it meets construction standards.
- Repair and paint all existing exterior walls to match construction standards.
- Remove existing wiring from areas where walls have been demolished, leaving connections to junction boxes above.
- Rewire corridor lighting to function via switches when entering the space.
- Retain all drop ceilings in place.
- Secure fire alarm equipment to the ceiling deck, ensuring it is properly rolled and tied.
Generator and HVAC Decommission
Cambridge Metro Overlook | McLean, VA
Project Scope:
- Terminate all electrical connections from the generator, two ATS switches, disconnect switch, and day tank located in the parking garage.
- Remove all fuel from the tank for recycling.
- Decommission and remove all equipment in the parking garage, including the generator, tank, day tank, ATS switches, disconnect switch, and fencing.
- Pull wiring from the 4th-floor ATS switches to the generator located in the parking garage.
- Remove and dispose of the 4th-floor ATS switches.
- Remove all conduit from the parking garage.
- Demo and remove battery cabinets, UPS, sub-panels, transformer, and associated conduit and brackets from the 4th-floor room.
- Demo and pull all feeders from the equipment in the room.
- Cut conduit at the wall and floor in the electrical room and firestop all penetrations.
- Remove and dispose of all equipment.
- Drain all glycol from the Crack unit and lines leading to the dry cooler on the rooftop.
- Demo and remove the Liebert CRAC unit.
- Terminate glycol lines, condensate lines, and drain lines; valve off and cap at the valve in the ceiling.
Generator Removal
Herndon, VA
Project Scope:
- Removed four generators, one section switchgear, two remote radiators, and one fuel tank.
- Properly disposed of all diesel fuel, glycol, and batteries.
- Conducted removal during normal business hours, ensuring no disruption to hospital activities while adhering to safety protocols.
- Left the site clean, with no damage or safety violations.
Server Relocation
Vienna, VA
Project Scope:
Relocate the following equipment:
- Two (2) 42U server racks with less than 30% capacity
- One (1) 20U server rack
- One (1) UPS unit (2,200 lbs)
- Five (5) servers
- Fifty (50) laptops
- Two (2) switches
- Various miscellaneous pieces of equipment
- Additional Insurance Coverage: Insured for $50,000.00
210-kW Generator Removal
Rockville, MD
Project Scope:
- Decommission and remove (1) 210-kW generator
- Transport generator
Cable Abatement and Core Drills
RMR Group | Chantilly, VA
Project Scope:
- Disconnect electrical connections for floor pops, pull circuits back to the main panel, and remove them from the panel.
- Install metal plates into the ceiling and backfill with concrete (x10).
- Remove and properly dispose of all low-voltage computer cabling throughout the suite.
- Remove existing data jacks and replace them with blank plates.
