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Phil Wentz P.E.

Phil Wentz, P.E., is a principal at McClure Engineering, a mechanical and electrical consulting engineering firm dedicated to the development of innovative solutions to unique engineering problems.

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Consider All Mechanical Engineering Options Before Investing in a Campus Expansion

Phil Wentz P.E.

August 13, 2018

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Considering three options: renovation, new construction, or smaller distributed plants.

Challenges With Modern VFDs

Phil Wentz P.E.

April 6, 2018

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Voltage spikes, bearing or winding failure, capacitance/insulation issues... you may have one of these problems to solve (or better, to avoid) in order to enjoy the full benefits of your drive.

Seven Trends Making Engineering and Construction Projects Bigger and Costlier

NFPA 99: Smoke Control — Designed for Failure? (Part 2)

Why Measurement and Verification Is Essential to Optimizing HVAC Systems

A Practical Guide for Preparing for the Unexpected

The Blueprint: Kyle DelPiano

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September 24, 2019

Another Tool in the Tool Box—How UA Members Are Training and Using 3D Solutions in Piping Projects

In the summer of 2014 the United Association (UA) started a new course to teach their membership the use of laser scanning equipment and related software to create highly accurate three-dimensional point clouds of existing buildings and mechanical systems for the use with BIM applications. Pat Ramirez and Erik Lambrecht were tasked to create the new course which lead to a partnership with FARO.

October 1, 2019

Ensuring Total Power Backup System Availability – Maintenance and Testing

While the basic concept and need of backup power systems has not changed, the increased likelihood of power outages has put greater reliance on backup power systems, making the their reliability more important than ever. When a utility outage occurs, the backup generator is expected to immediately start and support the load; however, even the best emergency backup power system, utilizing the highest-quality equipment, can be rendered useless if not properly maintained.

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