junior field evaluator| October 2, 2024| Post by: LBIES Staff

Lewis Bass is Hiring for a Junior Field Evaluator Position

Does starting a career in the engineering safety consulting business excite you? Well, then look no further! Lewis Bass is continuing to expand our operations and we currently looking to fill another Junior Field Evaluator role for remote work in the greater San Francisco Bay Area. If this opportunity sounds like a good career [...]

nfpa 791| September 25, 2024| Post by: LBIES Staff

Just What Exactly is NFPA 791?

Have you ever walked into a facility, saw a piece of electrical equipment, and wondered, "Is this safe"? You may also have wondered if any person or company has actually checked this piece of equipment to make sure it complies with safety standards. Well, wonder no more! NFPA 791, otherwise formally known as the Recommended [...]

sccr, short circuit current rating| September 18, 2024| Post by: LBIES Staff

Ask Lewis Bass: A Question About SCCR On Machine Nameplates

Welcome to another blog in our ongoing series, Ask Lewis Bass! This series features actual submitted questions from companies in the industries we provide engineering safety consulting services to. Topics covered include those associated with our work in 3rd party field labeling, SEMI S2/S8/EMC/F47 testing, CE Marking evaluations, and general engineering questions. Question: Hi Lewis [...]

field evaluation, field label| September 11, 2024| Post by: LBIES Staff

The Benefits of Field Labeling Unlisted Equipment (and What Happens if You Don’t!)

If you’ve ever been involved in a commercial or industrial project that required electrical equipment, you’ve probably come across the term “field labeling.” Now, if that phrase didn’t immediately raise a flag in your mind, don’t worry—you’re not alone. Field labeling isn’t exactly the most glamorous part of the job, but it’s a critical one, [...]

field evaluation services, non-compliance, punchlist| August 14, 2024| Post by: LBIES Staff

Ask Lewis Bass: A Question About Field Evaluation Equipment Non-Compliance

field evaluation, field evaluation body| August 7, 2024| Post by: LBIES Staff

Field Evaluation Bodies and Field Labeling in Electrical Work

In electrical work that involves the installation of new tools (equipment), most equipment gets the green light from a testing lab before it leaves the manufacturer. But what happens when electricians need to install specialized gear that hasn’t been certified yet? That’s where Field Evaluation Bodies (FEBs) like Lewis Bass come into play. Let’s break [...]

electrical panel, field label, switchgear| May 23, 2024| Post by: LBIES Staff

Introducing the Lewis Bass Switchgear Field Label Pre-Visit Checklist

Ensuring the safety and reliability of electrical installations is crucial in any sector, whether it's solar, residential, or commercial. As city regulations tighten and the demand for efficient third-party field labeling grows, Lewis Bass International Engineering Services (LBIES) has developed a comprehensive pre-visit checklist designed to make your switchgear evaluations seamless and successful. What is [...]

nfpa, nfpa 79, nfpa 790. nfpa 791| September 20, 2021| Post by: LBIES Staff

Ask Lewis Bass: A Question About Field Labeling Reports

Welcome to another blog in our ongoing series, Ask Lewis Bass! This series features actual submitted questions from companies in the industries we provide engineering safety consulting services to. Topics covered include those associated with our work in 3rd party field labeling, SEMI S2/S8/EMC/F47 testing and design, CE Marking evaluations, and general engineering safety consulting [...]

ask lewis bass, ce certification, ce compliance, ce marking| September 6, 2021| Post by: LBIES Staff

Ask Lewis Bass: A Question About Evaluating CE Marked Equipment

Welcome to another blog in our ongoing series, Ask Lewis Bass! This series features actual submitted questions from companies in the industries we provide engineering safety consulting services to. Topics covered include those associated with our work in 3rd party field labeling, SEMI S2/S8/EMC/F47 testing and design, CE Marking evaluations, and general engineering safety consulting [...]

flyer, unlisted equipment| August 30, 2021| Post by: LBIES Staff

Introducing the Lewis Bass Unlisted Equipment Survey Flyer

Your plans for opening your facility after a big move to that new city were going so well... Then the electrical inspector showed up at the midnight hour and informed you that 50% of your equipment is not compliant and requires third party electrical certification before the building permit can be signed off. You look [...]

Category: 3rd Party Field Labels