Engineering Design

1. Engineering

Engineering is the discipline dealing with the art and science of applying scientific knowledge to practical problems.

• Grimes & Associates specializes in the following engineering disciplines:
  • Mechanical
  • Plumbing
  • Electrical
  • Lighting Design
  • Chilled Water Systems
  • Ground Source Heating
  • Wind Generators

Since 1973, we have demonstrated the ability to analyze, prepare, and develop those solutions that work, and meet the needs of our clients.

In an effort to increase our productivity in design and to provide a greater service for our customers , we were the first firm in Lubbock to go to CADD in 1983.

We continue that service today, by using the lastest software to find those cost-effective solutions.

• Design Software and Capabilities include:
  • Cost Analysis
  • Specification Writing
  • Lighting
  • HVAC Load Analysis
  • Energy Analysis
  • Five (5) Computer Graphic Stations with trained technicians.

For Grimes & Associates, our primary objective is to provide our customers with an on-time, cost-effective design solutions.

2. Energy Analysis

Since the late 1970's, Grimes & Associates has conducted a broad range of energy analysis for schools and public institutions throughout West Texas in support of DOE's Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy. The following is an overview of the Energy Analysis projects and services:

• DOE Projects
  • 100% Successful in Grant Receipts. Funded each time.
• State of Texas Projects
  • Developed Texas LoanSTAR Studies and Loan Applications and were 100 % successful in each application.
  • Thoroughly Familiar with Energy Conservation Projects
• Technology Utilized on Projects
  • Software Trace, DOE-2, HAP, etc.
• Typical Projects
  • Analysis of Multiple Buildings on University Properties
  • Public Schools
  • Private Structures