Initial Energy Study Submitted

SNP Technical Services Inc. is pleased to announce that the first Preliminary Engineering Study, performed for Chrysler Windsor Assembly Plant and funded by the Ontario Power Authority through their local energy distributor ENWIN, was submitted on December 3rd, 2012. This study was the result of a concerted effort between Chrysler WAP and SNP. Utilizing the funding available through the provincial "Save On Energy"

program, and information from Chrysler's energy cost deployment, a study was prepared for their highest energy using process. Although Chrysler already has a modern operation, this study was successful in identifying other practical ways for them to save energy. These additional measures will be implemented to assist Chrysler in their goal of being the lowest cost manufacturer of vehicles. SNP is looking forward to working with Chrysler and our other clients on future studies under this program.

Enersmart Rebate Payday

A ceremonial rebate check for 6 figures was delivered to management and staff at the Chrysler Windsor Assembly Plant on October 1, 2012. The rebate was a result of a culmination of a series of energy usage and cost deployment evaluations by SNP Technical Services which were eligible for Union Gas energy saving incentives under the ENERSMART program. Accepting the check was Dan Omahan, WAP Plant Manager, on behalf of Chrysler Canada and his managers and staff (centered behind the oversized check). Presenting the check was Harry VandenBrink, Union Gas Ltd., Account Manager for Strategic Industrials (holding the left side of the check). Also participating in the presentation was Santiago Pablo, SNP President, with members of the SNP team (far right of photo). SNP is looking forward to continuing work with Chrysler to maximize their energy savings and incentives.

Tribute to a Friend

James Andrew Atkinson, a dear friend and much admired colleague at SNP Technical Services, Inc., died unexpectedly on Monday, August 27th at the age of 70 years. With over 40 years of experience as a mechanical designer and construction coordinator, Jim was an instrumental force in the design, development and delivery of many important industrial and manufacturing facilities for Chrysler, Ford, GM, American Axle and many other corporate clients. 

An acknowledged expert in complex process systems, Jim was most recently involved in designing energy conversions and upgrades at the Chrysler Windsor Assembly Plant. His colleagues and clients at SNP offer their sincerest condolences to his family and friends. He will be sorely and deeply missed by us all for many reasons, but especially for his encompassing wisdom, extraordinary wit, tireless championing of cost effective design and construction solutions, not to mention his honesty, loyalty and unselfish mentoring to young engineers. 

Rest in peace, Jim Atkinson.

SNP Alliance with TPO

On April 3, 2012, in Detroit MI, SNP Technical Services (SNP) and Technoprojekt Group Ostrava (TPO) signed an accord for the formation of an Alliance to jointly pursue and execute projects worldwide in the Industrial/Manufacturing and Automotive market sectors. TPO (www.technoprojekt.cz) is a design consulting firm headquartered in Ostrava, Czech Republic, that since 1951 has been actively involved in full service design and engineering projects in industry, mining, energy, and infrastructure either on its own or in cooperative ventures in the European Union, Eastern Europe, North America and Worldwide. In October, 2011, TPO acquired the intellectual property of BEI Associates, Inc., of Detroit MI, the private employee owned professional services corporation that closed its business operations on August 4, 2011. The accord establishes the basis for joint marketing and execution of projects in manufacturing and process engineering and related infrastructure design.