We are pleased to welcome Robert Hiner as a Construction Services Representative to work in our York office. Bob brings over 36 year of experience in Construction Services and Project Construction Management. He worked for ATCO Mechanical for 14 years and then started a Mechanical Contracting Business, H&R Mechanical, Inc. which he owned and operated for … Read more
As technology in the building industry changes and advances, designers must ask themselves how they can make a building’s Mechanical, Electrical and Plumbing systems adaptable for new or emerging technologies. The ability to “future-proof” a building’s MEP systems may seem like a daunting task but with planning and foresight based upon the owner’s desires, it … Read more
Fueled by the adoption of the Affordable Care Act, the healthcare industry is undergoing a shift from inpatient to an outpatient-based model of care. The emergence of “retail healthcare” facilities across the country is evidence of this shift in patient care delivery. This shift, along with growing competition in the marketplace, has created a burden … Read more
We are excited to welcome Amy Diehl, EIT as a Mechanical Designer and Jeffrey Hoffecker as a CAD Technician to our team. Amy is a graduate of Penn State University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Architectural Engineering. She has over 5 years of experience in HVAC and mechanical building system design of healthcare, … Read more
With constantly increasing capabilities of IP-based communications, integration of communications systems in building projects is a major topic of discussion today. Whether it’s as simple as controlling lights and room temperature by using occupancy sensors in a room or as extensive as collecting patient medical information throughout a medical facility into a common database or coordinating … Read more
We are pleased to announce that Jonathan Slagel, PE, LEED AP has been promoted to Vice President of our York office. Jon joined Barton in 1994 and has 20 years of experience as a project manager and mechanical engineer. He will serve as a business unit leader and oversee the daily activities of the York office, … Read more
We are pleased to announce that Michael Rader, PE, CEM has been promoted to Chief Operating Officer (COO). Michael joined the firm in 1997 as a mechanical engineer and most recently served as a business unit leader of the York office. He will continue to serve as the Vice President of Education. As Chief Operating … Read more
Regardless if you are a healthcare facility, school or university, or an MEP consulting engineering firm, we are all looking for ways to reduce cost, increase quality and drive employee engagement. Lean concepts and principles have long been a part of industry, but how can they be applied in a service industry? Some of these … Read more
One of the most important times in a project’s lifecycle is the concept design phase. During this phase, the clinical program and project space requirements are defined. One item that is often overlooked during this phase is the mechanical and electrical system requirements. While they may seem insignificant in terms of clinical process, mechanical, electrical … Read more
Bartolomeo Varone, EIT has been hired as a Project Manager/Electrical Designer to work in our York office. He has over 18 years of experience in Electrical Engineering, and brings extensive experience in educational, commercial and retail projects to the Barton team. He is a graduate of Penn State University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical … Read more
Two key employees in our York office have been promoted to further strengthen and grow the business. Douglas Barnhart, PE was named Regional Technical Director of Mechanical and Wesley Stiles, PE was named Regional Technical Director of Electrical. Douglas has been with Barton Associates for over 8 years. He is now responsible for providing technical … Read more
Making or exceeding your enrollment goal is a good thing, right? Well, maybe… Colleges and universities, especially private institutions, have continued to increase their offering of discount rates to help drive enrollment. This means that, even though enrollment goals have been met, there is less overall revenue to meet rising facility maintenance and operation costs. … Read more
The Joint Commission is increasingly placing emphasis that hospital facilities meet the requirements of The Joint Commission Standard EC.02.05.01, specifically the control of airborne contaminants through proper air pressurization of critical spaces. The Joint Commission reports that 47% of all hospitals in 2013 and 53% of all hospitals in 2014 have received non-compliance scores for … Read more
Barton Associates’ commitment to Make Buildings Work continues to be recognized. The Amanda E. Stout Elementary School and Benners Courts project in Berks County, PA has received multiple design awards! Urban Land Institute, Philadelphia District Council Construction Project Awards AIA Eastern Pennsylvania United States Green Building Council, Central Pennsylvania Chapter
When looking for a quick, temporary way to distribute power to several devices one might use a power strip. But what if you need a quick, temporary way to distribute power to an entire facility? When Penn State University began a project to build 18,000 square feet of temporary lab space within 24 trailer units, … Read more
The 2014 Guidelines for Design and Construction of Hospitals and Outpatient Facilities (published by The Facility Guidelines Institute) is on the street. Starting in December, the Pennsylvania Department of Health Division of Safety Inspection and Division of Acute and Ambulatory Care will be referencing this edition for all project plan and occupancy approvals. The 2014 … Read more
Jarod Stanton, PE, LEED AP has been hired as a Senior Mechanical Engineer to work in our State College office. Jarod has over 9 years of experience in HVAC, plumbing and fire protection design projects with a focus on healthcare, educational, and senior living facilities. He is a graduate of Penn State University with a … Read more
Barton Associates is honored to be among the nation’s top mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and fire protection design firms. We apply focus, dedication, practicality, precision, and longevity to each project we deliver and live by these principles to help us achieve our mission — We Make Buildings Work. The 2014 MEP Giants report published by Consulting-Specifying … Read more
Adam Warriner, PE, LEED AP was named Mechanical Practice Area Leader and Director of Mechanical Engineering, Richard Koval, PE, LEED AP was named Regional Technical Director for Electrical Engineering and Kelly Fry, MBA was named Marketing Manager. Adam is now responsible for the overall direction and technical guidance of the firm’s Mechanical Engineering Department in … Read more
Scott Schultz has been hired as a CAD Technician in our York office. Scott graduated this month with academic honors from York Technical Institute (YTI) with an Associate of Specialized Technology Degree in Computer Aided Drafting and Design. Scott received the President’s Award which is given to graduates who exemplified superior commitment, enthusiasm, and leadership … Read more
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