Electrical Construction
Reliable Electrical Construction for Complex Facilities
Van Ert Electric is one of the Upper Midwest’s most experienced electrical contractors, delivering large scale commercial and industrial electrical construction projects safely, on time, and on budget. Our teams bring the manpower, coordination, and expertise required to support projects of all sizes and complexities—from design build coordination and prefabrication planning through rough in, gear installation, and final energization.
Trusted to work in demanding environments such as hospitals, data centers, manufacturing plants, paper mills, and renewable energy installations, Van Ert delivers electrical construction services that power critical operations with accuracy, reliability, and long term performance.
With decades of experience and a strong self perform workforce, we execute electrical construction projects with a consistent focus on safety, quality, and disciplined project execution.
Electrical Construction Capabilities
Van Ert supports a wide range of electrical construction projects, including:
- New construction and facility expansions
- Electrical renovations and system upgrades
- Power distribution installations
- Industrial electrical systems
- Service upgrades and major equipment replacements
Our teams work closely with owners, engineers, and contractors to ensure systems are installed correctly, sequenced properly, and ready for operation.
Power Distribution & Electrical Systems
We install and support electrical systems designed to safely and reliably distribute power throughout facilities, including:
- Medium and low voltage power distribution
- Switchgear, switchboards, and panelboards
- Motor control centers (MCCs)
- Transformers and feeders
- Standby and emergency power systems
Each installation is performed with careful attention to code compliance, system coordination, and safe operation.
Van Ert’s electrical construction services also support projects requiring coordination with specialized power and utility infrastructure.
Industrial & Commercial Electrical Construction
Van Ert has extensive experience working in active facilities where safety, scheduling, and coordination are critical. Our electrical construction teams support projects in operating environments while minimizing disruption and maintaining safe, organized job sites.
Electrical construction at Van Ert is closely integrated with our engineering, automation, and controls teams—supporting accurate installations, efficient sequencing, and smooth startup and commissioning.
Industrial Electrical Service & Facility Support
In addition to large scale construction and system upgrades, Van Ert Electric provides industrial electrical services to support operating facilities. Our teams perform electrical service, maintenance, troubleshooting, and upgrades in active manufacturing and process environments—where safety, coordination, and uptime are critical.
Industrial electrical service capabilities include:
- Power distribution & equipment support
Installation, modification, and maintenance of transformers, switchgear, panelboards, and facility power systems. - Machine wiring & production support
Electrical connections for industrial machinery, motors, conveyors, and production lines. - Controls & automation electrical integration
Electrical support for PLCs, motor controls, VFDs, sensors, and industrial automation networks, coordinated with engineering and automation teams. - Maintenance, troubleshooting & repairs
Preventive electrical maintenance, inspections, emergency repairs, and responsive troubleshooting to reduce downtime. - Facility upgrades & compliance
Lighting upgrades, power improvements, and electrical work performed to meet applicable codes, OSHA requirements, and industry standards.
Van Ert’s teams are experienced in working safely within live facilities and coordinate closely with operations, engineering, and maintenance personnel to minimize disruption while maintaining reliable electrical systems.
Safety, Quality & Execution
Safety is foundational to every electrical construction project we perform. Van Ert’s teams follow established safety protocols, training requirements, and quality standards on every job site.
Our approach emphasizes:
- Safe work planning and execution
- Code compliant, maintainable installations
- Clear labeling and documentation
- Workmanship that supports long term reliability
Built for the Environments You Operate In
Van Ert supports electrical construction projects across a wide range of industrial, commercial, institutional, and municipal environments.
Why Choose Van Ert for Electrical Construction
Clients choose Van Ert Electric for electrical construction because we combine experienced field teams with disciplined project execution.
What sets us apart:
Skilled, self perform electrical workforce
Experience in complex and operating facilities
Strong safety culture and quality standards
Seamless coordination with engineering and controls teams
Long term commitment to client partnerships
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