Engineering Scope

⚠️ IEEE 1584 Arc Flash Study

Full incident-energy analysis to IEEE 1584-2018: data collection, system modeling, and calculation of arc flash boundaries and PPE categories for every panel, MCC, and switchgear lineup.

🔌 Short-Circuit & Coordination Study

Short-circuit current calculations and protective-device coordination (TCC) to verify equipment ratings and cut incident energy through selective tripping.

🏷️ NFPA 70E Labeling

ANSI Z535 arc flash warning labels showing site-specific incident energy, working distance, and required PPE, applied per NFPA 70E 130.5.

🛡️ Mitigation & Remediation

Engineering to reduce incident energy: relay setting changes, maintenance switches, arc-resistant gear, and fuse or breaker upgrades.

📋 NFPA 70E Program Support

Electrical safety program development, energized-work permits, and on-site training to keep your facility compliant and audit-ready.

🔄 Study Maintenance

Re-analysis after equipment changes so your arc flash data and labels stay accurate as the plant evolves.

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Plant and Facility Work near West Chester, PA

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Local and Project Context near West Chester, PA

PE-Licensed in 21 States
LAPORTE Professional Engineers are licensed in 21 US states. Deliverables are stamped and sealed for permitting, insurance, and regulatory review wherever the facility is located.
IEEE 1584 and NFPA 70E Practice
Studies follow IEEE 1584-2018 for incident-energy calculation and NFPA 70E for labeling, boundaries, and PPE. Short-circuit and protective-device coordination are run in the same model so ratings and selectivity are verified together.
Software and Field Data
Analysis is built in SKM or ETAP from field-collected equipment data: utility contributions, conductor lengths, transformer and breaker ratings, and relay settings. The model stays reusable for future what-if and re-study work.
Six US Offices
Project teams work from six US offices: West Chester PA (headquarters), Columbus OH, Chicago IL, Rochester NY, Durham NC, and Denver CO. That footprint supports site visits, construction support, and commissioning across the country.

Engineering Leadership

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Nate Kocher, P.E.
Partner, Director of Electrical and Automation Engineering
LAPORTE • West Chester, PA

Engineering and management consultant with 15+ years of work in control systems, power distribution and systems integration for food, beverage and pharmaceutical manufacturers.

  • P.E. Licensed in 21 States
  • Penn State, B.S. Electrical Engineering
  • West Chester University, MBA
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Keith Morgart, P.E.
Electrical and Automation Engineer
LAPORTE • Greater Pittsburgh, PA

Electrical power and controls engineer whose work includes power distribution, motor controls and code compliance for industrial and commercial facilities.

  • P.E. Licensed Professional Engineer
  • University of Pittsburgh at Johnstown, B.S. Electrical Engineering
  • NEC, NFPA and IEEE standards
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Project Questions

What's included in an arc flash study?
Field data collection, a short-circuit and protective-device coordination study, an IEEE 1584 incident-energy analysis, arc flash boundary and PPE determination, printed warning labels, and a PE-stamped report with mitigation recommendations.
How long does an arc flash study take?
Most single-facility studies run 4-8 weeks depending on the number of buses and available electrical documentation. You get a firm schedule with the quote.
Do you provide the arc flash labels?
Yes. We supply ANSI Z535-compliant labels showing site-specific incident energy, arc flash boundary, working distance, and required PPE for every studied location.
Are your studies stamped by a PE?
Yes. LAPORTE Professional Engineers are licensed in 21 states and stamp the study report and drawings for regulatory and insurance requirements.
How often should an arc flash study be updated?
NFPA 70E recommends re-evaluating at least every 5 years, or whenever the electrical distribution changes. We offer study maintenance to keep your data current.

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LAPORTE Consultants
Suite 200, 158 West Gay Street
West Chester, PA 19382
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