Technical Center Engineering Asset Lighting, Grounding, and Bonding Project

Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Program Manager Office

Project Overview:

In collaboration with the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Program Manager Office, Radar Automation Support Services (RASS) undertook the Technical Center Engineering Asset Lightning, Grounding, and Bonding Project. Serving as the central liaison for this critical initiative, RASS played a pivotal role in ensuring the safety and reliability of the FAA’s Technical Center infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities:

As the project liaison, RASS assumed multiple responsibilities to drive the project’s success. This included spearheading operational risk management initiatives, coordinating with diverse stakeholders, and meticulously planning project scope and execution.

One of the primary objectives of the project was to address equipment issues within the ASR-9 program caused by outdated Lightning Protection, Grounding, and Bonding Systems (LPGBS). To achieve this, RASS collaborated closely with the Operations Facility Support Group, AJW-2E15A, and OPS Engineering to conduct comprehensive inspections across various facilities.

Technical Expertise:

RASS brought its technical expertise to the forefront, ensuring that all inspections and installations adhered to industry standards and regulatory requirements. This involved meticulous adherence to codes such as NFPA 70, NFPA 780, FAA Standard 19F, and FAA 1391E.

Throughout the project, RASS oversaw the installation of critical components, including ground plates, multipoint equipment ground plates, single grounding rods, and counterpoise, to enhance the lightning protection and grounding capabilities of the Technical Center’s infrastructure. Additionally, RASS supervised the installation of Cat 6 cables with lightning protection arrestors, power surge protection devices (SPD), waveguide cables, and antenna grounding and bonding measures.

Water Drainage Project at the Atlantic City Technical Center HVAC System

Federal Aviation Administration Technical Center

Project Overview:

Radar Automation Support Services (RASS) undertook the Water Drainage Project at the Atlantic City Technical Center HVAC System site in collaboration with the Federal Aviation Administration Technical Center. Serving as the project liaison, RASS played a crucial role in addressing water drainage issues surrounding the HVAC system infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities:

As the project liaison, RASS facilitated coordination between various stakeholders to address water drainage concerns impacting the HVAC system at the Technical Center Engineering asset site. This involved coordinating meetings with the Program Office, OPS Engineering, and Mechanical Engineering Structure to assess the situation and develop effective solutions.

One of the primary tasks of the project was to address water drainage issues by removing and replacing two PVC culverts underneath the concrete sidewalk. RASS coordinated with the Mechanical Structure Engineering group to conduct a site survey and identify the most suitable course of action.

Technical Expertise:

Drawing on its technical expertise, RASS facilitated a team meeting involving Mechanical Structure Engineering, Field Support, and the Program Office to review drawing plans and discuss cost-effective solutions. Subsequently, the project involved demolition of the existing sidewalk, removal of culverts and gravel bedding, and installation of a new winged curbed concrete open channel. This was complemented by the addition of a new steel grate catwalk and handrails to facilitate proper water flow and drainage.

Technical Center Engineering Asset Power Study Analysis Project

Federal Aviation Administration Program Management Office

Project Overview:

Radar Automation Support Services (RASS) collaborated with the Federal Aviation Administration Program Management Office to undertake the Technical Center Engineering Asset Power Study Analysis Project. This initiative aimed to assess and analyze the power infrastructure at the Technical Center Engineering site, ensuring its reliability and efficiency.

Key Responsibilities:

As part of the project, RASS coordinated with OPS Engineering to develop a comprehensive project scope for the power analysis assessment. This involved outlining the objectives, defining the scope of work, and establishing a budget and projected timeline for the project.

Technical Expertise:

Drawing on its technical expertise, RASS conducted a detailed analysis of the power infrastructure at the Technical Center Engineering site. This included evaluating the performance and reliability of existing power systems, identifying areas for improvement, and recommending solutions to enhance efficiency and reliability.

The project scope encompassed various aspects of the power infrastructure, including electrical distribution systems, backup power systems, and energy management systems. RASS worked closely with OPS Engineering to gather data, conduct site assessments, and perform comprehensive power studies to assess the current state of the infrastructure.