May 12

NFTA Metro Light Rail Line Extension

May 12, 2021

The purpose of this project was to extend the NFTA-Metro light rail line by 6.5 miles. The previous rail line, which was completed in 1986, ran approximately 6.4 miles along Main Street in Buffalo, from the KeyBank Center to the south campus of the University of... Read more

Apr 22

Earth Day

Apr 22, 2021

Earth Day is a day that inspires trash pickups, water ways cleanups, and increased visibility of environmental causes. It falls on April 22, every year. It is an inspiring day to remember that the Earth is the only home we have, so we need to take care of it. The... Read more

Mar 17

Staff Spotlight: Mary Padasak

Mar 17, 2021

Mary Padasak has been an Environmental Engineer at Encorus Group since 2009. She works on stormwater design and permitting, bulk storage permitting, SEQR, and most recently, geotechnical assistance including Phase 1 reports, groundwater sampling, and contaminated... Read more

Fun Fact Friday: The Year In Review

Dec 25, 2020

Over the past year, we have explored the four different service groups that make up Encorus Group: Civil Materials Testing, Mechanical Integrity, Non-Destructive Testing, and Engineering Design. As 2020 comes to a close, now is a time to reflect on what defines each... Read more

Jun 10

Welcome Bryan Hann, PG!

Jun 10, 2020

Encorus would like to welcome Bryan Hann, PG as its new Environmental Services Manager!  Bryan is a Registered Professional Geologist and brings over 25 years of experience in hydrogeologic, geologic, soils testing, remediation, and remedial construction activities. ... Read more

Nov 15

Fun Fact Friday: Dynamic Cone Penetrometer Testing

Nov 15, 2019

Dynamic Cone Penetrometer (DCP) testing is a method of measuring the strength of loose soil that has not been disturbed, or compacted materials under existing field conditions. This is an important test to perform if any type of construction is planned for the area.... Read more