Business Details
41 Years
experience
Trusted Electrical Solutions for Modular Office Furniture
Surge Electric has been pioneering electrical solutions for modular office furniture in Chicago since 1985. Our expertise lies in designing custom electrical boxes tailored to specific furniture systems, reducing installation time and labor costs. As a Chicago-based company, we collaborate directly with clients through every project phase, from reviewing floor plans to recommending material quantities. Our team specializes in creating efficient power distribution systems for modular workspaces, hospitals, and commercial environments. With decades of experience, we provide comprehensive support from mock-up development to final installation. Our commitment to quality ensures seamless integration of electrical components with Herman Miller, Knoll, and Watson furniture systems.We maintain strict adherence to Chicago Electric Codes while delivering solutions adaptable to diverse locations. Our end-to-end service includes order management, timely delivery, and post-installation support backed by industry expertise. By focusing on precision engineering and client collaboration, we deliver reliable electrical infrastructure for modern workspaces. Our proven track record with major furniture manufacturers demonstrates our ability to meet evolving industry standards while maintaining operational excellence.
Services
Electrical Boxes
Receptacle Solutions
Custom Power Systems
Modular Furniture Integration
Commercial Installations
Details
- Year established: 1985
Highlights and features
- We have over 35 years of experience in modular furniture electrical systems
- Our custom designs reduce installation time by up to 40%
- Chicago-based team offers direct client collaboration through all project phases
- We maintain full compliance with Chicago Electric Codes and industry standards
- Our solutions support major furniture brands including Herman Miller and Knoll
Services
Electrical Boxes
Custom-designed electrical boxes engineered specifically for modular office furniture systems. Our solutions ensure seamless integration with Herman Miller, Knoll, and Watson products while maintaining full code compliance. Each unit is precision-manufactured to match furniture specifications, reducing installation time by up to 40% through pre-engineered mounting systems that maintain structural integrity and aesthetic consistency.
Receptacle Solutions
Specialized receptacle installations for commercial environments requiring non-standard electrical configurations. We provide JOTCO solutions for Herman Miller furniture with oversized openings and Surge Incorporated systems for large-scale deployments. Our team ensures proper voltage distribution and safety compliance across installations ranging from single workstations to 1500+ station projects in hospitals, airports, and corporate facilities.
Custom Power Systems
End-to-end electrical system design for modular office environments. From initial floor plan analysis to final installation support, we develop customized power distribution networks that optimize efficiency and scalability. Our services include material quantity calculations, mock-up testing, and just-in-time delivery systems that reduce project timelines while maintaining strict adherence to local electrical codes and manufacturer specifications.
Questions
What types of modular furniture do you support?
We support all major brands including Herman Miller, Knoll, Watson, and custom systems with specialized receptacle solutions.
Can you handle large-scale commercial projects?
Yes, our team manages installations from single workstations up to 1500+ station deployments with coordinated delivery schedules.
Do you comply with Chicago electrical codes?
All our products meet Chicago Electric Code requirements with documentation available for municipal inspections.
What information is needed for a quote?
Provide total stations, furniture line, elevation details, and receptacles per station for accurate project costing.
