TCB Industrial has been awarded OEM support installation and field services as part of a water infrastructure upgrade project in Northern California. Projects involving original equipment manufacturers often require close coordination between field execution and equipment-specific requirements, particularly when upgrades interface with existing systems.
This award supports installation, alignment, and field assistance activities necessary to integrate new components into an operating water infrastructure environment.
Coordination-driven execution
OEM-supported projects demand precise communication and role clarity. TCB’s approach emphasizes alignment between engineering intent, manufacturer requirements, and field realities. This includes reviewing installation criteria, handling requirements, and tolerance expectations before work begins.
Field services may involve positioning of components, assistance during installation, verification of interfaces, and preparation activities that allow OEM personnel to complete specialized work efficiently.
Installation and access considerations
Water infrastructure upgrades often occur in constrained environments such as gatehouses, vaults, or pump stations. TCB’s scope includes managing access, staging materials, and preparing work areas so installation activities proceed smoothly.
Where lifting or positioning is required, TCB applies controlled rigging methods suited to the environment and component geometry. Clean work practices are maintained to protect sealing surfaces and critical interfaces.
Safety and environmental awareness
Work around water systems introduces additional considerations including slip hazards, confined access, and environmental protection requirements. TCB’s execution plan includes controls for these conditions, with emphasis on housekeeping, spill prevention, and defined access routes.
Coordination with facility staff ensures that water system operations remain stable throughout installation activities.
Supporting successful integration
The ultimate goal of OEM support work is seamless integration. TCB’s role is to ensure that new components are installed in a condition that allows them to perform as intended once commissioned, without introducing alignment issues or access limitations.
What this award represents
This project demonstrates TCB’s ability to function effectively at the intersection of OEM requirements and field execution. By providing disciplined installation support and coordination, TCB helps water infrastructure upgrades proceed efficiently and safely.
