Electrical and Wireless Transmission

Electrical and Wireless Transmission

Electrical and Wireless Transmission

At Prime Energy, we recognize that once a transmission line is energized, it becomes part of a complex network that requires reliability and efficiency. What sets us apart is our comprehensive process that ensures you receive top-notch service from inception to completion. Our commitment to being your trusted supplier makes us an integral part of your utility solution.

Expertise in Steel Pole Solutions

With over 30 years of experience, Prime Energy is the leading designer of power delivery structures in the United States. We specialize in the engineering, design, installation, and maintenance of steel transmission and distribution structures ranging from 69kV to 765kV. Whether you require a single pole or a large-scale project with various configurations, we are equipped to meet your needs.

Wood Pole Equivalents

Our approach includes offering wood pole equivalent structures, which are designed to replace traditional wooden poles with durable steel alternatives. These structures are ideal for:

  • Single and Multi-Pole Designs: Custom solutions including H-frames, A-frames, and 3-pole configurations tailored to your specifications.
  • Quality Installation: All poles are pre-fitted by experienced fabricators before shipment, ensuring a seamless installation process in the field.
  • Cost-Effective Foundation Options: We provide a variety of foundation styles, including anchor-based, direct embed, caisson, and full-length anchor cage, to suit your project’s requirements and minimize installed costs.

Telecom Infrastructure Solutions

Prime Energy also leads in telecom infrastructure development, offering comprehensive solutions for the construction, installation, and maintenance of telecommunication towers and equipment:

  • Telecom Structures: Including self-supported, guyed, monopoles, and decorative structures, designed to support the growing demands of 5G, Small Cell, and wireless communication systems.
  • Telecom Services: Our teams are equipped to handle line and antenna installation, tower modifications, inspections, and emergency services, ensuring the continued functionality and reliability of communication networks.
  • Telecom Enclosures: We offer engineered, prefabricated enclosures for telecom equipment, storm shelters, substation control houses, and more, with a focus on durability and safety.

Pole Calculations:
Calculate the optimal pole height and embedment depth for your needs using our Sub Transmission Series Pole worksheet or consult with our PE engineering experts.

Infrastructure Offerings:

  • Self-Supported Structures
  • Guyed Structures
  • Monopoles
  • Decorative Structures
  • Small Cell/CRAN/Mini-Macro Solutions
  • Wireless Components
  • Structural Modifications
  • Specialty Enclosures
  • Power Mounts
  • Equipment Skids & Platforms

Telecom Services

  • Telecommunication Construction
  • Line & Antenna Installation
  • Tower Maintenance & Service
  • Tower Modifications
  • Tower Inspection
  • Microwave Services
  • Technical Services
  • Emergency Services
  • Warehousing & Material Management
  • Towers on Wheels Rental & Deployment

Equipment Enclosures

  • Engineered Prefabricated Enclosures
  • Equipment Skids & Platforms
  • Purpose-Built ISO Type Cabinets
  • Storm Shelters
  • Utility Control Houses
  • Substation Control Houses
  • Specialty Enclosures

Prime Energy:
We provide a full turnkey solution, ensuring your structures are installed, inspected, and maintained to meet industry standards. Our in-house training program prepares PE Site Services crews to support 5G and Small Cell installations, exceeding industry requirements.

Telecommunication Construction Services

Prime Energy Site Services boasts extensive experience in the construction and decommissioning of telecommunication structures. Our team is dedicated to supporting your construction goals with a wide range of services:

Comprehensive Construction Capabilities

  • Engineering & Project Coordination
  • Site Surveys & Tower Mapping
  • FAA Feasibility Studies
  • Offloading, Transport, & Storage for Decommissioning Needs

Tower Installation Expertise:
Our crews are equipped to install towers ranging from 10 feet to 1200 feet in height, including:

  • New build-to-suit structure installations
  • Foundation and tower stacking capabilities
  • Removal of tower structures, appurtenances, and foundations

Full-Service Project Oversight

We can oversee all aspects of your projects, including:

  • Permitting & Surveying
  • Geotechnical Analysis
  • Raw Land Preparation
  • Site Clearing & Grading
  • Foundation Construction
  • Tower Installation
  • Line and Antenna Installation/Removal
  • Structure Deconstruction & Transport
  • Landscaping & Fencing
  • Road Construction
  • Generator Installation
  • Customer Equipment Installation
  • Electrical Work
  • Fiber Installation & Splicing

Line & Antenna Installation

Expert Installation Services:
Prime Energy Site Services specializes in the installation of cellular, UHF, VHF, and microwave antennas, as well as coaxial, waveguide, and hardline systems. Our professionals have significant experience in:

  • Collocation
  • Rooftop installations
  • Water tank sites
  • Tenant improvement projects

Standards Compliance:
We collaborate with clients to adhere to industry standards, including ANSI, TIA, OSHA, FAA, and FCC, ensuring that installations meet all necessary regulations and specifications. Our process focuses on:

  • Identifying necessary corrections
  • Specifying recommended actions
  • Proper budgeting for maintenance

Our comprehensive documentation ensures transparency and accountability for all completed work, helping to reduce unnecessary costs associated with improper installations.

Tower Maintenance & Service

Project Management:
Our hands-on project management approach ensures that all work is completed in accordance with the defined scope and budget, prioritizing safety and cost efficiency.

Tower Modifications

When modifications are necessary, Prime Energy is equipped to:

  • Design, Fabricate, and Install tower and monopole upgrade components.
  • Utilize in-house licensed/registered structural engineers who employ industry-standard software for accurate structural analyses.
  • Structural Analysis:
    The Structural Analysis Report, sealed by a registered professional engineer, determines the need for modifications. Our services include:

    • Tower and foundation mapping
    • Structural analysis
    • Modification design and detailing
    • Material fabrication
    • Installation of upgrade components, antennas, and transmission lines

Microwave Services

Our experienced crews specialize in the procurement and installation of complete microwave systems. We work closely with manufacturers to adhere to best practices, having successfully completed projects for major clients such as:

  • Aviat Networks
  • Verizon Wireless
  • AT&T
  • Burlington Northern Santa Fe Railway
  • Union Pacific Railroad

Certification:
We are certified to install and test various microwave systems, including:

  • 8T, 16T, 28T DS3
  • 3/4x DS3
  • OC3, OC12, OC48 Multiplexers

Technical Services

Prime Energy Site Services boasts a team of highly qualified professionals with extensive experience. Our services include:

  1. Ground-Based Installation
    • RRU & Raycaps
    • Cabinets and platforms
    • Additional installations
  2. DC Power Solutions for Cell Sites
    • DC plant replacements (GE, Emerson, etc.)
    • Distribution adds
    • Converter shelf adds
    • Battery adds, replacements, and re-strapping

Emergency Services

Our on-call staff is available 24/7, 365 days a year, to manage emergencies and provide disaster recovery services. We turn emergencies into well-planned responses, addressing issues ranging from minor lighting concerns to major power outages.

Towers on Wheels (TOW):
In the event of tower failures during extreme events, our TOW deployment enables quick restoration of service.

Our Emergency Support Staff collaborates with carriers to ensure effective management of all responses.

Let’s Discuss Your Project with Our Experts.