Specialized Commercial Kitchen Electrical Build-Out
Cheesesteak & Co. 1,200 SQFT
Project Overview
JTJ Electric completed a comprehensive electrical renovation for Cheesesteak & Co., a 1,200 sq. ft. restaurant requiring highly specialized commercial kitchen operations. The core objectives were to deliver tailored electrical solutions with a strong emphasis on life safety system integration, energy efficiency, and strict adherence to fire and restaurant building codes—qualities critical to both the property manager and the business owner.
Project Summary
JTJ Electric's expertise in commercial kitchen electrical work resulted in a safe, efficient, and highly functional facility for Cheesesteak & Co. Our ability to manage complexity was clearly demonstrated through the precise execution of the crucial fire alarm interlock with the kitchen hood suppression system, fulfilling a non-negotiable compliance requirement. By focusing on meticulous wiring and coordination with HVAC and kitchen equipment installers, we guaranteed the systems were commissioned efficiently, proving our reliability in meeting aggressive restaurant opening timelines. The final system, integrating high-demand power and advanced safety controls, not only ensures patron protection but also sets a new standard for compliance in specialized commercial environments.
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PROJECT DETAILS
Scope of Work: Integrated Safety & High-Demand Power
We executed a full electrical scope tailored to the demanding environment of a busy food service operation:
Specialized Kitchen Systems:
Installed and wired kitchen hood controls with a direct interconnection to the fire alarm system, providing critical safety protection in compliance with restaurant safety regulations.
Fire Alarm System Integration:
Executed the seamless integration of a state-of-the-art fire alarm system with the building’s existing infrastructure to ensure cohesive, reliable life safety coverage throughout the restaurant.
High-Demand Power Distribution:
Upgraded electrical panels and circuits to support new, high-demand kitchen equipment and ensure stable, code-compliant power throughout the facility.
Lighting Controls:
Installed advanced lighting controls, including dimmers for ambiance adjustment in dining areas and occupancy sensors for automatic energy savings in staff and service areas.
Execution & Collaboration
Crucial Safety Interlock:
The most critical phase was establishing the mandatory fire alarm interlock with the kitchen hood suppression system. Our team meticulously wired and tested this connection to ensure immediate, automatic power cutoff and notification in the event of a fire, fulfilling a non-negotiable compliance requirement for restaurant occupancy.
Trade Coordination:
Worked in close collaboration with the kitchen equipment installers and HVAC teams, coordinating power and control wiring to ensure the hood system was commissioned efficiently. This smooth coordination was vital to meeting the aggressive restaurant opening timeline.
Energy Efficiency Deployment:
The installation of dimmers and occupancy sensors was executed with precision, delivering significant energy savings and flexible lighting control that enhances both operational efficiency and the guest experience.
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