January 2003

Phoenix, AZ

Lead Engineer for the Arizona Republic Mailroom Automation Project. This project involved the system integration of the following inserters:

Heidelberg NP2299 w/ dual delivery (6)

Technology included Allen-Bradley SLC 5/05 processors for control, Microsoft Visual Basic for graphical user interface, and Microsoft SQL Server for data storage. The control system was integrated with the Burt Technologies Preprint Planning System.

The legacy control system was upgraded to Allen-Bradley SLC-5/05s. Each production cell was equipped with an Microsoft Windows 2000 workstation and custom interface software. Each work cell communicates to the Microsoft SQL Server database. A VB client provides access to the SQL data for data acquisition and retreival. All devices are attached to the Ethernet TCP/IP network.

Co-developed the original inserter control system and VB client. Supervised the design and installation of six SLC-5/05 control panels and associated wiring. Installed and tested the inserter control system for all inserters and performed R&D of advanced control features including zero gap technology, advanced stacker reconciliation, and job detail accounting. Developed the marquee serial interface to single and multi-line electronic LED displays. These displays are integrated with the workcell to provide real-time production information to the mailroom floor. Prepared schedules and project status reports.

Daily circulation estimated at 496k

Sunday circulation estimated at 602k

November 2002

Atlanta, GA

Technical Engineer for the Atlanta Journal-Constitution Mailroom Automation Project at the Norcross Production Facility. This project involved the controls upgrade of the following inserters:

GMA SLS2000 (3)

Heidelberg NP1372

Technology included Allen-Bradley SoftLogix and ControlLogix processors for control, Microsoft Visual Basic for graphical user interface, and Microsoft SQL Server for data storage. The control system was integrated with the Burt Technologies Preprint Planning System.

Assisted in the development of the original inserter control system. Provided on-site systems support for the SLS2000 machines and performed PLC/user interface program edits for site-specific control features.

Daily circulation estimated at 416k

Sunday circulation estimated at 680k

May 2002

Chicago, IL

Technical Engineer for the Chicago Tribune Collator Cell Control System at the new Sunday Packaging Facility. This project involved the installation of three new collator machines and associated downstream equipment integration by Prim Hall.

Prim Hall FSI Packaging System (3)

Technology included Allen-Bradley SoftLogix, ControlLogix, and SLC 5/04 processors for control, Wonderware Intouch for the graphical user interface, and Microsoft SQL Server for data storage. The control system was integrated using socket messaging to the Warehouse Management System, PRIMA Preprint Planning System, and Thorsted Palletizing System. The Burt Technologies LineManager application was utilized for supervisory job editing purposes.

Provided consulting services to the engineering team concerning high-speed machine control, hopper operation, SITMA polywrap machine interface and other downstream equipment. Involved with software research and development of the prototype system at Prim Hall's Plattsburgh Facility. Also assisted in the installation and startup of the initial collator cell.

Sunday circulation estimated at 1,016,000

May 2001

Orlando, FL

Technical Engineer for the Orlando Sentinel Mailroom Automation Project. This project involved the controls upgrade of the following inserters:

Heidelberg NP2299 w/ dual delivery (2)

Heidelberg NP1472 (2)

Heidelberg NP630

Technology included Allen-Bradley SLC 5/05 processors for control, Microsoft Visual Basic for graphical user interface, and Microsoft SQL Server for data storage. The control system was integrated with the Burt Technologies Preprint Planning System.

Assisted in the development of the original inserter control system. Installed and tested the inserter control system for the NP2299 inserters, revised the field I/O, and performed PLC/user interface program edits for site-specific control features.

Daily circulation estimated at 265k

Sunday circulation estimated at 388k

September 2000

Plano, TX

Technical Engineer for the Dallas Morning News Mailroom Automation Project. This project involved the controls upgrade of the following inserters:

Heidelberg NP1472 w/ dual delivery (5)

GMA SLS1000 (5)

Technology included Allen-Bradley ControlLogix processors, Microsoft Visual Basic for the graphical user interface, and Microsoft SQL Server for data storage.

Developed the original marquee and stacker serial interfaces using VB and the native serial protocol languages. These interfaces allow production information to be displayed on the marquees and operational settings to be automatically sent to the stackers upon job changeover.

Daily circulation estimated at 526k

Sunday circulation estimated at 777k

June 2000

Springfield, VA

Technical Engineer for The Washington Post Collator No. 4 installation. This project involved the installation of a new collator machine by Prim Hall.

Prim Hall FSI Packaging System (1)

Technology included an Allen-Bradley PLC-5 and SLC 5/04s for control, Wonderware Intouch for graphical user interface, and Oracle for data storage.

Developed the PLC interface to the SITMA polywrap machine and assisted in startup activities.

Sunday circulation estimated at 1,070,000

January 2000

Atlanta, GA

Technical Engineer for the Atlanta Journal-Constitution Newsprint Automation Project. This project involved the automation of towed conveyor roll delivery systems at the Norcross and Downtown Production Facilities.

The Norcross facility utilized Radio Frequency ID technology to assign and deliver rolls of paper to specific press reel stands. The Downtown facility chose a more simple approach based upon a bias of rolls available to the press operators at any given time. Each facility has the ability to choose the manufacturer and type of each roll to be assigned and delivered.

Technology included an Allen-Bradley SLC 5/05 for control, Microsoft Visual Basic for graphical user interface, and Microsoft SQL Server for data storage. Created an extensive user interface for both facilities and assisted the lead engineer with PLC program development.

September 1998

Provided on-site systems support for the 1B Bleach Plant Elemental Chlorine Free (ECF) shutdown/startup (intermediate stage). Assisted in instrumentation loop checkout during the shutdown and Bailey DCS configuration implementation/troubleshooting during the startup. Also provided continued systems engineering support for the remainder of the DCS Upgrade Project involving the 1A Bleach Plant module configuration. Responsible for Bailey slave and module configuration, cabinet layout drawings, termination drawings, and minor graphics generation. Other responsibilities included: MS Access database systems generation and support, and electronic/hardcopy drawing and configuration transmission in compliance with ISO9000 procedures.

Supported the systems engineering portion of the No. 2 Power Boiler DCS Upgrade Project during the Bleach Plant project referenced above. Provided minor assistance in the generation of Fisher Provox DCS Function Sequence Tables (FSTs) from SAMA logic diagrams for the combustion control loops. Also provided minor assistance in the generation of functional descriptions for the Burner Management/Flame Safety System from SAMA logic diagrams in accordance with the Georgia-Pacific Engineer’s Manual.

April 1998

Provided on-site systems support for the No. 5 Recovery Boiler shutdown/startup. Assisted in instrumentation loop checkout during the shutdown and Bailey DCS configuration/Allen- Bradley PLC-5 interface configuration implementation, troubleshooting, and loop tuning during the startup. Also provided continued systems engineering support for the remainder of the DCS Upgrade Project involving the No. 4 and No. 6 Recovery Boilers module configuration and PLC interfaces. Responsible for Bailey slave and module configuration, PLC interface configuration, cabinet layout drawings, termination drawings, and graphics generation. Other responsibilities included: MS Access database systems generation and support, DCS functional descriptions, and electronic/hardcopy drawing and configuration transmission in compliance with ISO9000 procedures.

October 1997

Supported the systems engineering portion of the Pulp Dryer DCS Upgrade Project. Responsible for Bailey slave and module configuration, cabinet layout drawings, termination drawings, and minor graphic edits. Main responsibilities included: MS Access database systems generation and support, production and auto-generation of Bailey slave externals and module configuration. Other responsibilities included DCS functional descriptions, and electronic/hardcopy drawing and configuration transmission in compliance with ISO9000 procedures.

July 1997

Provided on-site technical writing support for the GE Drives industry. Observed drives at an aluminum plant and gathered additional information on GE Drives in Detroit to produce standard drive specifications for the Pulp & Paper, Metals, Materials Handling, Turbine Generator, and General Industries. Completed the specifications at the GE Drives Plant in Salem. Worked with GE Application Engineers to ensure accuracy of the specification examples and guides thereof.

May 1997

Supported the systems engineering portion of the Centralized Control Room Project. Responsible for hardware/software standards revisions, Bailey slave and module configuration and cabinet layout drawings. Main responsibilities included: MS Access database systems generation and support with emphasis on database referential integrity, MS Word hardware/software standards revisions, production and auto-generation of Bailey slave externals and module configuration.

October 1996

Supported the systems engineering portion of the No. 4 Package Boiler Condensate Upgrade Project in the Bailey Infi-90 DCS. Assisted the project in its entirety by: generating the I/O database, reviewing P&IDs to generate the Bailey slave external drawings, and reviewed P&ID and Logic Drawings to generate the Bailey module configuration.

August 1996

Provided on-site systems engineering support for Foxboro I/A DCS configuration. Performed major graphics edits and trend/faceplate graphic generation on the WP20, WP10, and PW. Involved with minor changes to the system configuration (modified configuration within the Control Processors). Also involved with minor hardware setup and field survey.

July 1996

Provided on-site systems support for the Packaging Line Cell Control System Upgrade Project. Assisted in the startup of the No. 7 Prototype Inserter. Responsible for all Wonderware Intouch graphics configuration generation and editing. Introduced to the Allen-Bradley PLC-5 and provided assistance as needed. Configured the Man-Machine Interfaces (MMIs) for the Accurate Insert Management System (AIMS) with minor involvement in supervisory machines. Assisted in the systems design document generation and editing. Also ordered and kept track of a portion of all hardware and software for the project.

December 1995

Supported the design-engineering portion of the Pensacola Consent Order Project. Provided on-site support for editing of all loop sheets, P&IDs, and elementary diagrams within AutoCad. Involved with field survey and walkdown of various instruments in various process areas, including the Kaymr Continuous Digester.

September 1995

Supported the systems engineering portion of several jobs at Boise Cascade. These jobs include No. 5 Recovery Boiler DCS Upgrade Project, Limekiln DCS Upgrade Project, and other small projects. Responsible for generation of slave external drawings and maintenance of the I/O databases (Dbase IV) used for slave generation. Involved with the layout of the PCU cabinets and associated drawings.

March 1995

Supported the design portion of the H-Factor DCS Retrofit Project for six batch digesters. Designed and edited P&ID drawings, elementary diagrams, loop sheets, and location plans within AutoCad. Provided on-site assistance, walking down the P&IDs and location plans.

October 1994

Performed design edits for the Trip and Interlock Project for OSHA compliance. Reviewed and edited Relay Logic Diagrams in conjunction with the trip and interlock diagrams. Worked extensively with AutoCad to achieve complete results.