Value Delivered
We performed electrical infrastructure upgrades at Middle West Spirit’s original distillery, a building dating back to the 1920s. Escalating power requirements and expanded operations necessitated upgrades.
Because of the hazardous environment and the client’s desire to keep distillation, bottling, and bar/shop services operational, special precautions and equipment were required:;
- Due to the presence of flammable ethanol vapors and grain dust, explosion-proof equipment, specialized wiring methods, and strict grounding and bonding protocols were implemented
- Detailed planning was required to keep the operations going during the project
- It was vitally important that the new electrical components were integrated with existing machinery and control systems
Our team did an outstanding job addressing the unique challenges of the distillery, focusing on safety and efficiency, to help ensure the continued smooth and secure operation of this vital part of their enterprise.
Client Objectives
The client wanted to upgrade and expand electrical system infrastructure to increase production, enhance safety, and improve energy efficiency—while minimizing disruptions to regular business.
Solutions
Our scope of work included:
- Main electrical service upgrade
- Due to the addition of new stills, fermentation tanks, bottling lines, and other processing equipment, the electrical load had to be increased, and the service connections updated to meet current requirements
- Hazardous location wiring and equipment
- Distillation and alcohol storage areas are classified as hazardous (Class I, Division 1 or 2) due to the presence of flammable ethanol vapors and grain dust
- Dedicated circuits and motor controls
- Lighting upgrades
- Emergency power and safety systems
- Energy efficiency improvements
- Code compliance and permitting
Client Background
Founded in 2008, Middle West Spirits rapidly established itself as a prominent distillery in Columbus, Ohio.