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Wayne J. Griffin Electric Inc. continues work on Revere Beach Apartments

Revere, MA Wayne J. Griffin Electric Inc. (Griffin Electric) is currently making substantial progress on the Revere Beach Apartments project. Griffin Electric is providing installation work on this new, seven-story mixed-use apartment building, which is expected to reach completion this fall. 

Totaling 287,000 s/f, this new luxury building will consist of 209 apartments, with the first two levels designated for parking, retail space, and amenities. Amenities include a pool, roof deck, and an outdoor courtyard. Located in proximity to the ocean, these apartments will be attractive to prospective renters. 

As construction continues, Griffin Electric is responsible for various aspects of the electrical work on-site. This work includes interior wiring, an energy code lighting control system, and a 350kW generator. The company is installing a full building addressable fire alarm system with local detection in the apartment spaces. Additionally, a 2,100 s/f inground snowmelt system and control are being furnished and installed. 

Griffin Electric is partnering with Congress/EMJ, who is managing the project’s construction. The Architectural Team is the architect, and Bala Consulting Engineers is serving as the electrical engineer.

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