Title and Location		ANALYSIS OF 16 INCH PULPER STOCK ISSUE LINE  Paper Mill, Maine
Project Description		Study of process pipeline which had permanently displaced shortly after the new line was started up for the first time.  The mill was concerned that the deformation of the line or its supports could damage the line.
My Role and Accomplishments of Note		Mechanical Engineer:  Using a computer pipe stress program, I determined that the line deformation was due to an unforseen process condition (probably excessive heating).  Also determined that the line could remain in its moderately-deformed condition, subject to further investigation and performance of a few minor repairs.  This saved the client significant expense of lifting and relocating the line.
Const. Cost		$10,000
Employer		Enterprise Engineering, Inc.
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Title and Location		20 INCH STEAM LINE DESIGN REVIEW  Paper Mill, Maine
Project Description		Determine reason for failure of steam line lateral and recommend repairs.
My Role and Accomplishments of Note		Mechanical Engineer:  Through research of original construction documents, I determined that the lateral was of poor fabrication, was inadequately reinforced, and that the parent metal may have been substandard.  Also, using a computer pipe stress program, I determined that the lateral may have been overstressed due to inadequate restraint of downstream piping.
Const. Cost		$30,000
Employer		Enterprise Engineering, Inc.
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Title and Location		PIPELINE RETURN-TO-SERVICE INVESTIGATION Cross Country Pipeline, Maine
Project Description		Client was considering purchasing and/or operating an out-of-service pipeline.  As Enterprise Engineering Inc. (EEI) performed much of the engineering/design work on the pipeline over the last decade, client requested EEI provide information on pipeline history.  Upon obtaining permission from the pipeline owner, EEI synopsized known line history in a report.  EEI also researched current regulatory requirements and provided recommendations to return the line to service.
My Role and Accomplishments of Note		Researcher and report author.
Employer		Enterprise Engineering, Inc.
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Title and Location		EVALUATE DUAL 10 INCH PIPELINES  Department of Defense Facility, Hawaii
Project Description		Two-phase project to assess the condition of the pipelines and develop alternate concepts and procurement documentation for repair/replacement.
My Role and Accomplishments of Note		Lead Mechanical Engineer and report co-author on highly successful project.  Performed thorough assessment which was well received by client.
Employer		Enterprise Engineering, Inc.
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Title and Location		TANK & PIPING INSPECTION Pharmaceutical Laboratory, New York
Project Description		Inspection of chemical storage tanks and piping by API-certified inspectors.
My Role and Accomplishments of Note		API-certified Piping Inspector.
Employer		Enterprise Engineering, Inc.
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Title and Location		ENGINEERING SURVEY OF DFSC FACILITIES AND PREPARATION OF DD FORM 1391 DOCUMENTS Various Department of Defense Facilities, Republic of Korea
Project Description		Comprehensive field evaluation of five U.S. Air Force and 14 U.S. Army petroleum facilities throughout Korea.  Reviewed conditions and planned projects at each facility; assessed mission support capability and environmetal/safety/standards compliance.
My Role and Accomplishments of Note		Mechanical Engineer.  Participated in site inspections and development of recommendations for repairs and upgrades.
Employer		Enterprise Engineering, Inc.
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Title and Location		INSPECT TUBING Chemical Manufacturing Facility, Maine
Project Description		Inspection of stainless steel tubing, valves and fittings used for transport of Dimethyl Sulfate (DMS).
My Role and Accomplishments of Note		Piping Inspector and Report Author. Researched toxicity of DMS. DMS is a highly toxic material. Even minor drop-wise weeping at joints is not tolerable in enclosed operator rooms. Recommended replacement of ferrule joints with o-ring sealed joints.
Employer		Enterprise Engineering, Inc.
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Title and Location		PIER PIPING INVESTIGATION Department of Defense Facility, South Carolina
Project Description		Visual and ultrasonic wall thickness inspection of underground portions of two 18" diameter, 2.6 mile long pipelines used to transfer jet fuel from a dock facility to the tank farm.
My Role and Accomplishments of Note		Lead engineer and author of study.  Successful management of a construction company which, under contract to the Government, excavated portions of the pipeline for my investigation.  Preliminary report so well received, a final version was not needed.
Employer		Enterprise Engineering, Inc.
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Title and Location		EVALUATE/REPAIR DIKE PIPING Department of Defense Facility, California
Project Description		Two-part project:  1) Upgrade of tank farm piping to limit risk of damage from earthquake, over-pressurization and thermal (solar) expansion.  2) Studied upgrade of pipeline issue capability, to reduce "per barrel" tariffs.
My Role and Accomplishments of Note		Lead engineer for pipeline issue study; also involved in seismic analysis of piping.  Performed thorough analysis of terminal's product transfer modes and discovered several significant improvements for facility upgrade.
Employer		Enterprise Engineering, Inc.
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Title and Location		EVALUATION OF PIPELINE Department of Defense Facility, California
Project Description		Analysis of inter- and intra-terminal piping accidentally subjected to abnormally high internal pressures.
My Role and Accomplishments of Note		Lead Engineer and joint author of report.  Developed model of pressure excursion which fit with observed piping deformations.  Developed inexpensive back-to-service recommendations and long term repair regimen.
Employer		Enterprise Engineering, Inc.
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Title and Location		PIPELINE INSPECTION. Department of Defense Facility, South Carolina
Project Description		On-line analysis of pipeline corrosion and other defects using a product-driven inspection tool (smart pig).  Employed on an 8" diameter, 5.4 mile long jet fuel pipeline traversing an urban area.  Included provisions for immediate repair of major defects.
My Role and Accomplishments of Note		Design Manager and Mechanical Engineer: Developed generic performance specification which procured premium-quality inspection tool through competitive bid.  Inspection vendor credited spec requirements for weeding out lower quality tools.
Const. Cost		$650,000
Employer		Enterprise Engineering, Inc.
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Title and Location		PIPELINE INSPECTION / TESTING Department of Defense Facility, South Carolina
Project Description		Studied two 18" marine receipt/issue pipelines, in-terminal piping and an 8" diameter issue pipeline.  Included research of construction documents, site conditions and regulations, visual and spot UT inspection of pipe, and upgrade/repair recommendations.
My Role and Accomplishments of Note		Lead Engineer and primary author of report. Performed thorough investigation, within constraints of scope, of all facility piping systems. Preliminary report so well received, a final version was not needed.
Employer		Enterprise Engineering, Inc.
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Title and Location		REPLACE VICTAULIC COUPLINGS Department of Defense Facility, South Carolina
Project Description		To reduce construction cost, project became a study of shell nozzle flexibility with results to be incorporated in a subsequent comprehensive tank repair project.
My Role and Accomplishments of Note		Lead Engineer and primary author of report.  Preliminary report so well received, no need for a final version.
Employer TOP		Enterprise Engineering, Inc.