EWI is pleased to announce the winners of our annual Technical Excellence Awards. These honors recognize EWI talent and accomplishment in three key areas: project outcomes, technical contributions from an engineer, and technical contributions from a technician.

Project of the Year
Tele-manufacturing – Connie Reichert LaMorte

The concept of “tele-welding” – a remote welding system for operation in distant or hazardous conditions – was first envisioned by EWI Principal Engineer Connie LaMorte in 2018. The idea appealed for many reasons: it could keep aging master welders employed, address a looming welder workforce shortage, create jobs for workers with physical limitations, and offer an exciting opportunity to younger workers interested in skilled labor through robotic technology. An NSRP grant in 2019 enabled the development of a fully functioning, shipyard-based tele-welding system. The new technology is now being applied to other operations including tele-inspection, tele-gouging, and more. The full story of this technology development can be viewed in an interactive presentation by clicking here.

Engineer of the Year
Alex Kitt, Director of Data Science

These days, collecting manufacturing data is easy. But the real value of it lies in effectively interpreting the information and applying it to both present and future solutions for specific applications. EWI has used data science methodology for years. Now, thanks to the efforts of Alex Kitt, EWI has pooled its expertise into a technology resource group dedicated to helping manufacturers capture, organize, and apply data to create better practices, processes, and products. In the past year, Alex’s team has worked with clients on projects involving additive manufacturing, batteries, and forming, to name a few. The group’s research has also resulted in several conference presentations, published papers, and one patent. Alex’s name may sound familiar; he has been associated with several EWI initiatives since joining EWI’s Buffalo Manufacturing Works start-up team in 2014. Alex built our metrology and inspection lab in Buffalo and played a key role in the establishment of ASTM’s Additive Manufacturing Center of Excellence.

Technician of the Year
Nate Hudepohl, Senior Technician

Nate Hudepohl has not been at EWI for even a year, but his efforts have already improved our machine shop capabilities and offerings. As a result of his proactive engagement, we have been able to identify and address process bottlenecks, upgrade our machine shop resources, and save money for EWI clients. Nate’s machine shop experience and positive approach have made him an ideal mentor to EWI’s younger technicians, and his infectious enthusiasm inspires everyone around him. To read more about the new customer service that Nate initiated, click here.

The EWI Technical Award winners were nominated by their peers based on the results of their efforts and selected by the EWI leadership team.

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As the international energy industry shifts toward a more sustainable, carbon-neutral future, there are two growing areas of interest:

• Hydrogen generation, transmission, and infrastructure
• Carbon capture, utilization, and storage (CCUS)

Hydrogen, an emerging fuel source, holds great promise as a renewable, low-carbon resource. Production technologies are accelerating and becoming more viable. However, there are coexisting questions related to hydrogen generation and transmission. What kinds of materials should be used for a new H₂ infrastructure? Is it possible to use or retrofit existing gas pipelines for hydrogen?

Carbon reduction and neutrality is a primary goal for both multinational companies and governments alike. CO₂ emitted as a waste product contains high levels of toxins and contaminants that can affect many aspects of its environment, including materials used to construct CCUS system. How can materials be qualified for carbon service on a mass scale? Is it possible to predict behavior like fracture and corrosion resistance in a high-pressure environment?

EWI Evaluative Services for H₂ and CO₂

To address material usage concerns for applications in both H₂ and CO₂ settings, EWI has expanded its performance testing and evaluation services related to both environments. Our dedicated hydrogen testing lab in Columbus, OH, offers a range of fracture mechanics testing capabilities, materials characterization resources, and an in-house machining shop to be used as needed for specific projects. To find out more about our hydrogen test lab services, click the button below:

Understanding the unknown behaviors of new metals, plastics, and composites under varying CO₂ conditions is crucial to developing successful carbon capture technology. By combining its corrosion testing resources with an experienced team of materials engineers, EWI enable fabricators to qualify their designs for CCUS systems. To learn about EWI’s material analysis capabilities for CCUS, click the button below:

Is your company working to advance the feasibility of H₂ and CO₂ technology as part of a green economy? Are you challenged by material qualification issues? EWI can help! Contact Joshua James, Senior Engineer, at [email protected].

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The re-emergence of hydrogen as a viable energy source for future use is driving research to develop a safe and durable interstate fuel delivery system. Converting sections of the existing natural gas network may offer part of the solution, but new lines designed specifically for hydrogen will be a necessary requirement.

EWI has established a joint industry program to develop guidance and recommendations for qualifying new pipe steels and their welds for use in high-pressure hydrogen service.

For a prospectus of this important program and how your organization can participate, simply complete the form below:

Questions? Contact us directly for more information:

Jon Jennings, [email protected]
Tom McGaughy, [email protected]

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