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News
Dec 21
Welcome, Angela Cox!
Join us in welcoming process engineer intern, Angela Cox, to our design department. Angela is currently attending the University at Buffalo, where she will be graduating in May of 2024 with her Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering. Read more
Dec 20
What is a Piping and Instrumentation Diagram (P&ID)?
There are a number of different types of engineering drawings, a P&ID being one of them. A P&ID, or piping and instrumentation diagram, is a schematic illustration of piping and related components showing how they are interconnected and indicating the flow of... Read more
Dec 13
Matterport Camera: What is it and Why do we Use it?
The Matterport Pro2 camera is a professional-grade 3D scanner that transforms real spaces into accurate 3D models. The camera, paired with its software, produces high quality 3D representations of a space, allowing users to virtually walk through it at any time, from... Read more
Dec 7
Project Highlight – DL&W Station Renovation
Encorus Group has been working as a sub-consultant to Mott-MacDonald for the Niagara Frontier Transportation Authority (NFTA) at the DL&W terminal station. The metro station, originally built in 1917, served as a main-line terminal before being converted into... Read more
Dec 6
What is Hydrometer Analysis Testing?
Hydrometer analysis testing is one of the services offered by Encorus’ civil testing group. This procedure measures the particle-size distribution of fine-grained soils to ensure the integrity of subject materials. Particle size is important in determining whether a... Read more
Nov 29
What Does a Drafter do?
What is drafting? Drafting, also known as technical drawing, is the creation of accurate representations of objects, systems, or building structures for technical, architectural, or engineering purposes. These skilled professionals are known as drafters. A drafter’s... Read more
Nov 22
Encorus Group Staff Spotlight: Ben Hrycik, PE
Senior mechanical engineer, Ben Hrycik, PE, has been a part of our team since 2009. Ben earned his PE license in 2015 and currently works on a variety of mechanical design projects. Let’s get to know him a little better! How did you get started in your career? I... Read more
Nov 15