How Subconsultants Fit Into the Puzzle
The definition of a subconsultant is “any person, firm, partnership, corporation, association or other organization, or a combination of any of them, that has a direct contract with a design professional or another subconsultant to perform a portion of the work under a design professional service contract."
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What They Don't Teach in School
Think back with me, if you will, to your graduation. High school or college, this milestone is rightly celebrated as a key lifetime achievement. For me, in true University of Kansas tradition, I walked through the Campanile down to Memorial Stadium to hear speeches and wishes of good luck for the future. Days before, I walked across the stage in the famous Allen Fieldhouse in a separate School of Engineering ceremony with my classmates. Possibilities abound, graduates set off to begin their new careers after what feels like a lifetime of preparation, studying, and exams. However, as much as school can and does teach you, there are some lessons that are just plain difficult to teach and are learned only “on the job.”
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PK Electrical Goes Big So We Don’t Go Home
The Great Resignation, the Big Quit, and my new favorite, Quitagion. These newly created buzzwords all describe the mass exodus of workers in 2021, totaling over 47 million Americans that voluntarily left their jobs according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. COVID-19 has forever changed the workforce, and companies need to evolve to be successful in what is now an employee’s market. Some of the reasons people quit include compensation, feeling unvalued, and flexibility/work life balance. How is PK Electrical, Inc., addressing these areas to attract and retain employees?
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Electric Vehicles in Airside Operations
Electric vehicles (EVs) have been making significant inroads in various sectors, and one area where their potential is increasingly evident is airside operations at airports, where the benefits of using such vehicles are becoming increasingly clear. This article will examine the impact of electric vehicles on airport ground transportation, the benefits they offer, and the challenges they face.
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I Chose Electrical Engineering Because...
Starting with elementary school band, and evolving through choir, theater, and high school band, my passion for music has developed with me my entire life.
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The Importance of Apprenticeships
Internships & apprenticeships can play a crucial role in shaping the career of an individual. Not only are they vital in developing our skills as effective workers, but they also help us develop people skills and build important relationships that could prove vital in the future. I believe they help you learn about yourself and what exactly you want your career path and goals to look like. The way I see it, I wouldn’t be where I am today if it wasn’t for the opportunities that were given to me through these programs.
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Electrical Engineering: A Career Path Born Through a Love of Disney
For as long as I can remember, I’ve always been a huge Disney fan. It mesmerizes me the way they are able to create real magic with the use of cutting edge technology. Disney has always been ahead of the game when it comes to using new applications of electrical engineering and lighting, which in turn become the new normal. It gradually changed from being something I loved as a child to a my ultimate dream job.
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How To Reduce Energy Costs Through Efficient Electrical Design
Whether functional or purely aesthetic, lights and other electronic infrastructure require reliable power. As an electrical engineering company, we know that reducing energy costs is a priority for many homeowners and businesses alike. With proper forethought, there are several strategies that can be implemented through efficient electrical design to help minimize energy usage and save money on energy bills. Let’s explore some key steps that you can take to reduce energy costs through efficient electrical design.
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Trinity Episcopal Cathedral
As the 2021 AGC PINNACLE & Safety Award Winning project in the Sustainability & Sensitivity to Environment, History, and/or Culture Renovation category, PK Electrical would like to highlight Trinity Episcopal Cathedral in our hometown of Reno, Nevada. Having served on the design team as electrical engineering consultant providing the power and lighting controls systems design for the renovated facility, this project holds a special place in our hearts.
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Sustainability: More Than An Industry Buzzword
Photovoltaic (PV) energy, also referred to as solar energy, is a clean, renewable source of power which converts sunlight into thermal or electrical energy. The electrical energy produced through PV sources is then converted into electricity. There are three major types of solar energy: passive, active, and thermal solar. Passive solar energy systems are built directly into a building’s blueprints (walls, windows, skylights) to improve heating and lighting efficiency [...]
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