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Year:

2014

Location:

Patrick Air Force Base

Summary:

Rework Electrical / Communications

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IPI Communications

In February of 2014, our team at Core Electric was contracted to perform a detailed rework of electrical and communications systems for IPI Communications at Patrick Air Force Base. This project reflected the kind of precision, discipline, and technical proficiency that have defined our work over the past two decades, particularly within secure and mission-critical environments such as military installations.

The scope of the project involved upgrading and reorganizing both power and communications infrastructure to support the evolving operational demands of IPI Communications within the base. Our team was brought in to ensure that every component—from wiring and conduit layouts to telecom interface points—was optimized for performance, reliability, and security. Given the nature of the work and the client’s operational profile, this was far more than a cosmetic rewire—it was a strategic systems upgrade that needed to meet exacting standards, with zero room for error.

We began the project by conducting a thorough assessment of the existing electrical and low-voltage systems. Many of the legacy components in place had been installed years prior and were not aligned with current codes or the client’s performance expectations. We identified issues related to outdated cable routing, insufficient power separation, signal interference, and inadequate grounding—challenges we often see in older or evolving base infrastructure.

Once the audit was complete, our electricians developed a phased rework plan that would allow us to complete the upgrades without interrupting the critical day-to-day operations of IPI Communications. With careful staging and scheduling, we were able to rewire power circuits, replace outdated breakers and panels, and upgrade grounding systems—all while maintaining operational continuity.

Simultaneously, we reworked the communications backbone to support enhanced data transmission capabilities and system redundancy. This included the installation of new structured cabling, termination of data and voice lines, and implementation of cable management systems that aligned with Department of Defense (DoD) standards. We took special care to ensure that all signal cabling was routed with proper separation from power lines to prevent interference, and that all endpoints were tested to exceed expected performance thresholds.

As with any project on a secure military installation, access control, compliance, and documentation were critical. All work had to meet National Electrical Code (NEC) requirements, along with any additional military-specific directives for safety and cybersecurity. Our team completed detailed as-built documentation and labeling, which supported ongoing facility management and provided IPI Communications with a clear record of system improvements.

What set this project apart was the collaborative environment we maintained with the client’s internal IT and facility operations teams. We treated the rework not simply as an installation effort, but as a systems integration task—one that required both electrical acumen and a working understanding of the communications architecture involved. The result was a streamlined, future-ready system that improved operational efficiency and minimized risk of electrical or data failures.

At Core Electric, projects like this highlight our strength in delivering tailored solutions for clients operating in specialized, high-security settings. Whether we’re working alongside aerospace partners at the Cape or defense teams at Patrick Air Force Base, our commitment remains the same: to provide electrical systems that are dependable, intelligent, and built to last.