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When the Answer is “No”: Where Lewis Bass Can’t Perform Field Labeling (And Why)
July 16, 2025| Post by: LBIES Staff

When the Answer is “No”: Where Lewis Bass Can’t Perform Field Labeling (And Why)

At Lewis Bass International Engineering Services, we pride ourselves on our flexibility, responsiveness, and ability to deliver thorough, code-compliant field evaluations across the United States. As an IAS Accredited Field Evaluation Body (FEB), we’re authorized to field label non-listed equipment in a wide range of jurisdictions: from tech-heavy R&D installations in the Bay Area to [...]
How Lewis Bass Field Evaluates Non-Listed Electrical Equipment in San Jose, California
, | June 18, 2025| Post by: LBIES Staff

How Lewis Bass Field Evaluates Non-Listed Electrical Equipment in San Jose, California

If you’ve ever tried to bring a new piece of machinery into operation in San Jose, California, there’s a good chance you’ve run into a very specific and very important phrase: Non-Listed Electrical Equipment. It’s not exactly the most exciting topic over coffee, but if you’re an OEM, facilities manager, or installer dealing with custom [...]
The Unsung Hero of Industrial Safety: Three Times NFPA 79 Standards Saved the Day
| April 23, 2025| Post by: LBIES Staff

The Unsung Hero of Industrial Safety: Three Times NFPA 79 Standards Saved the Day

At Lewis Bass International Engineering Services, we’ve seen it all: fires, floods, exploding panels, and plenty of "uh-oh" moments that could’ve been "uh-oh no-no-no" moments if it weren’t for one critical thing: NFPA 79 Standards. If you’re not familiar, NFPA 79 is the Electrical Standard for Industrial Machinery, and it’s become the go-to playbook for [...]
Lewis Bass International Engineering Services (LBIES) Achieves IAS FEB Accreditation
, , | March 26, 2025| Post by: LBIES Staff

Lewis Bass International Engineering Services (LBIES) Achieves IAS FEB Accreditation

March 25, 2025 — San Jose, California — Lewis Bass International Engineering Services (LBIES), a leading provider of third-party engineering and regulatory compliance services, is proud to announce that it has been officially accredited by the International Accreditation Service (IAS) as a Field Evaluation Body (FEB), effective March 25, 2025. This accreditation further solidifies LBIES’s [...]
NRTL vs. FEB: How They Achieve the Same Goal for Field Labeling Unlisted Equipment
, , , | January 15, 2025| Post by: LBIES Staff

NRTL vs. FEB: How They Achieve the Same Goal for Field Labeling Unlisted Equipment

When it comes to ensuring electrical equipment is safe and up to code in the United States... ...two key players often come into the spotlight: Nationally Recognized Testing Laboratories (NRTLs) and Field Evaluation Bodies (FEBs). While their names might sound technical and their roles a bit intimidating, they both serve a similar purpose — making [...]
Ask Lewis Bass: NFPA 79 Compliance for Industrial Automation Systems
, , , | January 1, 2025| Post by: LBIES Staff

Ask Lewis Bass: NFPA 79 Compliance for Industrial Automation Systems

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: Hey Lewis [...]
The Role of the AHJ: Understanding Safety According to the Authority Having Jurisdiction
, | December 18, 2024| Post by: LBIES Staff

The Role of the AHJ: Understanding Safety According to the Authority Having Jurisdiction

When it comes to engineering safety, few regulatory bodies hold as much power as the organization spelled with three simple letters: A-H-J. The Authority Having Jurisdiction, or AHJ, is the organization, office, or individual responsible for enforcing the codes, standards, and safety regulations that keep workplaces, public spaces, and homes secure. Understanding the role of [...]
Just What Exactly is 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 [...]
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