Pearson Engineering Associates, Inc.

Designing advanced heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems tailored for optimal thermal control and energy conservation. Solutions encompass central plants, thermal storage, and variable air distribution methods designed specifically to withstand harsh desert environments.

• Steam and Hot Water Burners
• Centrifugal, Absorption, and Reciprocating Chillers
• Diesel and Gas Turbine Co-generation
• Chilled and Hot Water Storage
• Ice Making Systems
• Heat Pumps
• Geothermal Systems
• Variable Volume Terminal Reheat
• Variable Volume Cold Air
• Fan Powered VAV with Primary Air
• Two and Four Pipe Fan Coil Systems
• Low Temperature HVAC Systems
• Under Floor Air Distribution Systems
• Radiant Ceiling Heating and Cooling Systems

Engineering safe, efficient, and compliant fluid distribution systems for a wide variety of facilities. Designs integrate sanitary, storm, water conservation, and reclamation systems alongside specialty medical and laboratory gas piping.

• Domestic Hot and Cold Water Distribution
• Hot Water and Solar Water Systems
• Storm Drainage Systems
• Sanitary Sewer Waste and Vent
• Natural Gas Systems
• Pumping Systems
• Laboratory Waste Disposal
• Food Service Plumbing
• Water and Heat Reclamation
• Backflow Prevention
• LEED Plumbing Solutions
• High Purity Water Systems
• Medical Gas Systems

Developing specialized utility and environmental control systems for industrial, high-tech, and pharmaceutical facilities. Capabilities cover process heating and cooling, hazardous chemical handling, compressed air, and emission controls.

• Process Cooling
• Process Heating
• Acid and Solvent Ventilation
• Flammable Liquids Storage and Handling
• Pharmaceutical Water and Clean Steam
• Process Instrumentation and Control
• Waste Treatment
• Compressed Air Systems
• Process Utilities
• Emission Control and Vapor Recovery
• Hazardous Chemical Handling Systems

Creating robust power distribution and architectural lighting systems that prioritize safety and reliability. Services include comprehensive power studies, grounding safety audits, emergency standby systems, and low-voltage telecommunications integration.

• Power Distribution System Design
• Architectural, Exterior, Roadway, and Sports Lighting
• Lighting Control Systems
• Flash Hazard and Short Circuit Studies
• Protective Coordination Studies
• Harmonic Surveys
• Grounding Safety and Performance Audits
• Electrical Spec Compliance Inspections
• Emergency and Standby Power Design
• Peak Shaving Studies
• Uninterruptible Power Distribution System Design
• Access Control, Fire Alarm, and Lightning Protection
• Voice and Data Backbone Systems

Incorporating energy conservation techniques and building automation solutions to lower overall utility costs and environmental impact. The team features credentialed professionals who implement green building solutions and support LEED projects.

• LEED Design and Documentation
• Energy Conservation Analysis
• Building Automation Systems

Providing integrated delivery methods that combine engineering expertise with construction execution. This collaborative approach streamlines coordination, manages costs, and accelerates project schedules.

• Design-Build Project Delivery

Overseeing the execution phase of engineering designs to ensure compliance with specifications and plans. Services include reviewing submittals, answering requests for information, conducting site inspections, and performing final walks.

• Shop Drawing and Submittal Review
• RFI Review and Response
• Construction Jobsite Inspections
• Substantial Completion and Final Inspections

Verifying and documenting that all mechanical, plumbing, and electrical systems operate in accordance with the design intent and operational requirements.

• Mechanical, Plumbing, and Electrical System Commissioning
• Planning, Scheduling, Testing, and Verification

Conducting initial engineering and technical analyses during the concept phase to assess viability, utility capacity, and technology options for planned developments.

• Concept-Phase Engineering Analysis

Evaluating existing mechanical and electrical infrastructure to determine operational reliability, estimate remaining useful life, and project upgrade costs.

• Mechanical and Electrical Equipment Evaluation
• Remaining Life Estimates
• Upgrade Cost Assessments

Formulating alternative engineering solutions and performing cost-benefit analyses to optimize budget efficiency without sacrificing quality or system performance.

• Alternate Design Solutions
• First-Cost Reduction Analysis