Wayne J. Griffin Electric completes electrical installation at East Greenwich Middle School; project team for 105,000 s/f includes Gilbane Building Co. and Symmes, Maini & McKee Associates

Wayne J. Griffin Electric, Inc. (Griffin Electric) has completed the electrical installation work at the new East Greenwich Middle School. Opened this past spring, the 3-story, 105,000 s/f institution will accommodate students in grades 6 through 8, in addition to housing administration, a gymnasium, cafetorium, music suite, full kitchen, and classrooms for academics and shops. The new school has been erected adjacent to the existing school, with the project's next phase to include the demolition, abatement and site work for the previous building. Griffin Electric's contributions on-site included a 50 KVA utility interactive photovoltaic system and a data acquisition system, responsible for the display of various "green" building features. Also, a 1600 amp electric service, addressable fire alarm and integrated electrical security systems, telecommunications, sound, clock & public address systems, energy-efficient lighting and controls, plus an emergency generator were all installed by the Griffin team. Leading the project is owner's representative, Strategic Building Solutions, LLC, along with general contractor, Gilbane Building Co. Serving as the project's architect and electrical engineer is Symmes Maini & McKee Associates, Inc. (SMMA). "With many projects being put on hold due to the current economic climate, we are very fortunate to have educational experience on our resume, as this type of construction is always in demand," said Wayne Griffin, president.