LB Electric Co., LLC

The Best Electrical Contractor In New York & New Jersey

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About the firm

LB Electric Co., LLC is an electrical contracting and engineering practice founded in 1999 and headquartered in Cedar Grove, New Jersey. It provides electrical systems, testing, design, and installation services across infrastructure, commercial, industrial, institutional, and utility sectors in New York and New Jersey. It operates two subsidiaries: LB Energy, which functions as a solar photovoltaic developer, integrator, and panel distributor; and LB Training Center, which offers green-collar workforce development programs.

Established
1999
Team
Small
Firm type
Electrical Engineering · Power & Utility Engineering

Credentials

Department of Defense CCR #143411903 · NHA Approved Section 3 Contractor · OSHA 30 · Division of Property Management and Construction (DPMC) · Schools Development Authority Prequalification · RWE Schott Solar Systems · UNI-Solar Systems · Electrical Business Permit · Public Works Registration · Home Improvement · Certificate of Employee Information Report

People

Leon BaptistePresident and CEO

Capabilities

Electrical Installation

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Full-scope installation of power systems and electrical infrastructure for major transit, commercial, and utility projects.

  • Power System Installation

    Placing and wiring medium- and low-voltage distribution systems, including switchgear, switchboards, panelboards, and motor control centers.

  • Traction Power Systems

    Fitting traction power feeders, substations, and associated electrical equipment for mass transit networks.

  • Bridge and Transit Lighting

    Setting up specialized lighting, security apparatus, and power feeds on major bridges and transportation hubs.

Electrical Preventative Maintenance and Testing

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Comprehensive testing and routine inspections of electrical distribution components to protect equipment, prevent disruptions, and ensure operational safety.

  • Thermographic and Infrared Scanning

    Utilizing thermal imaging to identify hotspots and electrical anomalies in industrial, commercial, and residential systems.

  • Insulating Fluid and Oil Analysis

    Performing transformer transfer oil tests to monitor and maintain the health of insulating fluids.

  • Polarization Index Testing

    Assessing insulation resistance to evaluate the performance and integrity of motors and cabling.

  • Ultrasound Leak Detection

    Scanning for electrical discharge, corona phenomena, and related mechanical faults.

  • Power Quality Surveys

    Monitoring distribution networks to identify harmonics, voltage sags, and other electrical disturbances.

Electrical Engineering and System Analysis

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Professional engineering studies to optimize electrical distribution, ensure safety margins, and provide accurate system documentation.

  • Short Circuit and Protective Relay Coordination

    Conducting computerized studies to coordinate breakers and analyze short-circuit safety margins.

  • Power Quality and Harmonic Analysis

    Measuring electromagnetic fields, radio frequency interference, and harmonic loads to address power quality issues.

  • Load Capacity and Site Surveys

    Surveying facilities to determine load capabilities, generate single-line diagrams, and support system upgrades.

  • Grounding System Studies

    Analyzing and designing grounding infrastructure to safeguard personnel and sensitive equipment.

Renewable Energy and Solar PV Systems

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End-to-end solar development, integration, and distribution services managed through the LB Energy subsidiary.

  • Solar Photovoltaic Integration

    Developing, designing, and mounting solar photovoltaic systems for rooftops and ground-mount arrays.

  • Battery Energy Storage

    Integrating battery storage solutions with solar installations and utility grids to enhance resilience.

  • Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure

    Planning and installing charging stations to support alternative fuel initiatives.

Custom Electrical Equipment Fabrication

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Manufacturing UL-listed medium- and low-voltage electrical distribution equipment and custom enclosures at the in-house New Jersey facility.

  • Switchgear and Switchboard Manufacturing

    Building draw-out and fixed switchgear systems from 208V up to 15KV specifications.

  • Motor Control Centers

    Fabricating robust motor control centers in NEMA 4X and NEMA 3R configurations.

  • Specialty Enclosures and Boxes

    Producing specialized CT cabinets, pull boxes, terminal boxes, fire alarm call boxes, and camera enclosures.

Workforce Training Initiatives

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Education programs conducted via the LB Training Center to teach solar design and installation skills to local youth and individuals transitioning into green-collar careers.

Industries

Transit · Transportation · Bridges · Airports · Utilities · Solar · Renewable Energy · Commercial · Industrial · Infrastructure · Government

Projects

G18 Substation

Transit · 2021

Project details

Installation of substation traction power.

G19 Substation

Transit · 2021

Project details

Installation of substation traction power.

G20 Substation

Transit · 2021

Project details

Installation of substation traction power.