Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Trusted MEP Engineering Solutions
Furlow Associates has provided comprehensive engineering services since 1941, specializing in mechanical, plumbing, electrical, and fire protection design. Our team of licensed professional engineers and design professionals delivers tailored solutions while prioritizing client needs and project-specific requirements. With decades of experience serving public and private sector clients, we offer expertise in cost evaluations, master planning, utility systems, and energy analysis. Our collaborative approach ensures seamless integration with architects and contractors to meet owner objectives. Our strategic location near I-95 facilitates service delivery across Delaware, Pennsylvania, and New Jersey.We maintain a reputation for quality design, construction oversight, and problem-solving capabilities developed over 80+ years of operation. Our staff combines technical proficiency with practical field knowledge to deliver projects on time and within budget. The firm's enduring success stems from our commitment to client satisfaction and attention to detail across educational, healthcare, public, commercial, and residential projects. Our service model emphasizes technical excellence and practical implementation for diverse building systems. We specialize in creating safe, habitable environments through innovative MEP design solutions tailored to each client's unique needs.
Services
Mechanical Design
Plumbing Design
Electrical Design
Fire Protection
Facility Assessments
Details
- Year established: 1941
Highlights and features
- 80+ years of engineering experience since 1941
- Full-service MEP design capabilities
- Team of licensed professional engineers
- Client-centric project delivery approach
- Proven track record across multiple sectors
Services
Mechanical Design
Our mechanical design services create optimized heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems tailored to building requirements. We employ advanced technologies like geothermal systems and energy recovery solutions to enhance efficiency. Our team ensures compatibility with architectural elements while maintaining strict safety standards across residential, commercial, and institutional projects.
Plumbing Design
We develop comprehensive plumbing designs integrating water distribution, waste management, and specialized systems for healthcare and industrial facilities. Our engineers utilize hydronic system expertise to create sustainable solutions that meet local codes. The designs emphasize reliability and maintenance accessibility for long-term operational efficiency across various building types.
Electrical Design
Our electrical engineering covers power distribution, lighting, and control systems for new constructions and renovations. We implement energy-efficient lighting solutions and uninterruptible power systems for critical facilities. The designs ensure compliance with NFPA standards while supporting technology integration in educational, healthcare, and commercial environments.
Fire Protection
We design complete fire protection systems including sprinklers, detection, and suppression mechanisms tailored to occupancy requirements. Our engineers incorporate smoke control ventilation and emergency power solutions that comply with state and federal regulations. The systems integrate seamlessly with building infrastructure while minimizing operational impact.
Facility Assessments
Our comprehensive facility evaluations identify system deficiencies and maintenance needs through detailed inspections. We provide lifecycle cost analysis and renovation recommendations for aging infrastructure. The assessments help owners prioritize upgrades while maintaining regulatory compliance and operational continuity in educational and public sector facilities.
Questions
What engineering services do you offer?
We specialize in mechanical, plumbing, electrical, and fire protection design for various building types.
How long have you been in business?
Furlow Associates has provided engineering services since 1941 across the Mid-Atlantic region.
What geographic areas do you serve?
We primarily serve Delaware, Pennsylvania, and New Jersey from our Claymont office location.
What project types do you handle?
Our expertise covers educational facilities, healthcare institutions, public infrastructure, and commercial/residential developments.
How do you approach project timelines?
We maintain strict schedule adherence through experienced project management and coordinated team execution.
