Business Details
40 Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Engineering Design Solutions
SFMI is a leading design engineering firm established in 1986, specializing in IT technologies, data and voice telecommunications, audiovisual systems, electronic security, and engineering acoustics. Our experienced team delivers professional services to government agencies, architects, public institutions, and private companies across the United States and internationally. With over 3,500 completed projects, we design high-tech low-voltage systems for diverse facilities including arenas, airports, city halls, hospitals, universities, and commercial spaces.Our approach combines technical expertise with stakeholder collaboration to translate complex requirements into high-quality construction documents. We maintain independence from contractors and vendors, ensuring unbiased solutions tailored to client needs. Our senior engineers provide hands-on involvement throughout every project phase, supported by a skilled team capable of meeting tight deadlines. This commitment to excellence has earned us a strong reputation for responsive service and a high rate of client retention and referrals.
Services
Telecommunications
Audiovisual
Security
Acoustics
Engineering Design
Details
- Year established: 1986
Highlights and features
- 34 years of experience with 3,500+ completed projects
- Unbiased solutions independent of contractors and vendors
- Senior engineers involved in every project phase
- Proven track record of client retention and referrals
- Nationwide service for diverse facility types
Services
Telecommunications
We design comprehensive telecommunications infrastructure for diverse facilities. Our engineers create scalable solutions for data and voice networks that meet current and future technology needs. Projects include fiber optic systems, structured cabling, and wireless networks for commercial, institutional, and government buildings.
Audiovisual
Our audiovisual design covers presentation systems for conference rooms, auditoriums, and entertainment venues. We specify equipment for video displays, sound reinforcement, and control systems that integrate seamlessly with building infrastructure. Solutions support collaboration, communication, and immersive experiences.
Security
We implement comprehensive security systems including CCTV, access control, and intrusion detection. Our designs balance safety requirements with operational efficiency for facilities ranging from government buildings to healthcare centers. Systems integrate with building management for coordinated response protocols.
Acoustics
Our acoustics specialists address room acoustics, sound isolation, and noise control. We design environments for optimal sound quality in performance spaces while mitigating noise transmission in sensitive areas like hospitals and offices through HVAC system optimization.
Engineering Design
We provide full-cycle engineering design from needs assessment to construction administration. Our multidisciplinary approach coordinates telecommunications, AV, security, and acoustical systems within building projects. Detailed documentation ensures accurate implementation across diverse facility types nationwide.
Questions
What engineering services does SFMI specialize in?
We specialize in telecommunications, audiovisual systems, electronic security, and acoustical engineering for commercial, government, and institutional facilities.
How long has SFMI been in business?
We've provided engineering design services since 1986 with a proven track record of 3,500+ completed projects.
What project types does SFMI handle?
We work on airports, arenas, city halls, hospitals, universities, and commercial buildings across the United States and internationally.
Does SFMI offer nationwide service?
Yes, we serve clients throughout the United States and internationally from our San Francisco headquarters.
What makes SFMI different from other engineering firms?
Our independence from contractors ensures unbiased solutions, while senior engineer involvement guarantees technical excellence throughout every project phase.
How does SFMI approach project design?
We translate client requirements into detailed construction documents using current technology while maintaining coordination with all stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle.
