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2017 AHR Expo – 3 Benefits of Attending
Here at Three Sixty Engineering, keeping up with the latest technologies in Mechanical Engineering and HVAC is high priority, which is why two of our mechanical engineers are attending the AHR Expo, a three-day conference co-sponsored by ASHRAE and AHRI. As one (1) of Colorado’s eleven (11) certified ASHRAE High-Performance Building Design Professional’s (HBDP), our President, Denise Dihle P.E., LEED AP BD+C, HBDP, CxA, leads by example and encourages the staff to stay involved and informed.
The conference, taking place January 30, 2017 through February 1, 2017 in Las Vegas, NV, will host more than 2,000 exhibitors and attract crowds of 60,000 industry professionals from every state in the U.S. and 150 countries worldwide per the AHR Expo website http://ahrexpo.com. Beginning as a heating and ventilation show 85 years ago, the expo has evolved into the leading HVACR event.
Before heading to the conference, one of our Project Managers, Taylor Reese LEED AP BD+C, CxA, shared his thoughts on why the AHR Expo is important to attend.
Education
The ASHRAE Conference provides a unique opportunity to take part in courses taught by top experts in the field and industry leaders. For entry-level engineers, it presents an opportunity to dig into the fundamental topics on which they can build their knowledge. For experienced engineers, it’s a chance to dive deep into unique complex system applications, address the latest code updates, and investigate innovative energy-saving strategies.
Technology
With literally thousands of exhibitors at the AHR Expo, it’s a great place to learn about all the new technology, and really experience it hands-on. It provides an opportunity to speak with the people directly involved in developing and building the equipment.
Networking
The ASHRAE Conference and AHR Expo bring so many people in our industry together in one city. It’s rare to have a situation where everyone you’re meeting is likely related to your field and everyday work. Whether you’re sitting in a panel discussion asking questions to a major manufacturer’s CEO or having evening drinks with a fellow consulting engineer, there are bound to be little pieces of knowledge and experience you can glean from others that can be applied to the next tough project.
Our team is looking forward to meeting upon their return to hear about what’s new in the industry and how we can use new equipment and technologies to better serve our clients on current and upcoming projects.
Colorado Women’s Chamber of Commerce – 2016 Small Company of the Year Award
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360 Engineering is honored to have recently accepted the 2016 Small Company of the Year award from the Colorado Women’s Chamber of Commerce (CWCC).
Nominated by valued long-time client, National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL), candidates were judged on qualities including firm growth, vision, leadership, excellence, social responsibility, and community involvement. The nomination form cites 360’s innovative approach to project leadership and states in part, “We have found that 360 Engineering is much more than a mechanical engineering firm; they bring a strategic approach to all of our projects and keep pushing for economical and functional solutions.”
As one of the largest women’s chamber of commerce in the country, CWCC has over 400 member businesses and 1,000 individual members. Their mission is to “provide opportunities and visibility for women in business through relationship development, education, mentorship, partnership and alliances.”
USDOE’16 Award Acceptance
https://youtu.be/PJuMTPwNw04
What’s Happening Now?
Thanks to all of you, we have 3 exciting pieces of news to share… and 1 big fat celebration coming up!
National Award
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) named 360 Engineering as their Women-Owned Small Business of the Year. Humbled, excited, and grateful are a few of the words that come to mind. View Announcement
Website
We have redesigned our website.
Growing Office
We continue to add more staff and expanding and renovating our offices.
Big Fat Celebration
With all this excitement, how could we NOT celebrate? This fall, we’re hosting an Open House to thank all of our spectacular clients and supporters.
Watch for a SAVE the DATE coming soon!!
360 Engineering Wins Prestigious National Award from DOE
We are excited to share some BIG news about a huge honor.
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) just named 360 Engineering as FY 2015 Woman-Owned Small Business of the Year. Our founder, Denise Dihle is going to Atlanta, Georgia, to accept this prestigious award at a national ceremony and conference taking place May 23 – 25.
Given as part of the annual Small Business Awards Program, which is administered through DOE’s Office of Small and Disadvantaged Business Utilization (OSDBU), the award recognizes “the exceptional performance of a Woman-Owned small business directly contributing to the accomplishments of core DOE mission objectives and requirements.”
It’s quite an honor and really awesome to be singled out for this award. Check back soon, as we’ll share photos and more information after Denise gets back from Atlanta!
In addition to the DOE, we want to give a big shout-out to NREL’s Contract and Business Services Office and our contact Jesse Castanon, for nominating 360 Engineering. (Not to mention being such a great long-term client.)
360 Engineering Helps the Alliance Center Reduce Carbon Footprint
In addition to a full renovation of their historic building, we are helping The Alliance Center further reduce their facility’s energy usage and their carbon footprint. The dc (direct current) project is targeting additional energy savings by eliminating AC/DC conversions and minimizing transmission losses by way of a new microgrid.
Project Announcement: Yellowstone Canyon Area Lodging
We updated aging cabins at Yellowstone National Park with sustainable, modern accommodations. To complete construction within the small weather window and ease future maintenance in this harsh winter climate, we used an innovative modular construction stacking technique that also met sustainability goals.
State Capitol Piping Assessment
With over 100,000 square feet of floor space and thousands of feet of piping within the historic State Capitol building, 360 Engineering approached the project from a systematic analysis perspective. The engineering team was on-site locating piping systems from the subbasement up through the floors above to the attic space. The team utilized the original engineered drawings at the starting point for the project along with any documentation for renovations to help establish main line locations. These locations were not taken for granted and were the first ones verified in the field. The piping systems evaluated included the steam, condensate return, domestic cold water, domestic hot water, waste line, vent lines, and storm drain. Each system presented challenges ranging from the steam lines concealed in walls to the domestic water lines starting and stopping between floors. Utilizing thermal cameras the team was able to identify locations where steam piping was located in the concealed walls,
The piping systems evaluated included the steam, condensate return, domestic cold water, domestic hot water, waste line, vent lines, and storm drain. Each system presented challenges ranging from the steam lines concealed in walls to the domestic water lines starting and stopping between floors. Utilizing thermal cameras the team was able to identify locations where steam piping was located in the concealed walls, effectiveness of the steam radiators to heat, and locations where potential steam leaks are occurring in the walls.
As part of the overall project, the team is currently inputting the field information into a REVIT model for use on future projects.
HIGHLIGHTS: • Historical • Steam System • REVIT Model
