Pennoni Associates has received an “Honorable Mention” award from the NJ Concrete and Asphalt Association for its involvement in the New Hope Woodland Terrace Revitalization project. The award will be granted during an annual awards dinner at The Hyatt Regency Hotel in New Brunswick, NJ.

During Pennoni’s work on the New Hope Woodland Terrace Revitalization project, the firm offered major subdivision application and construction phase services for the 80-unit residential development. Pennoni prepared submission plans for Green Acres application, Treatment Works Approval (TWA) and BSDW permit application packages for sanitary sewer and water main extensions associated with the major subdivision. In addition, Pennoni developed stormwater management system design to control stormwater runoff. All stormwater design was in accordance with State stormwater rules utilizing BMPs as required to obtain a Coastal Area Facility Review Act (CAFRA) permit.

Over the course of the project, Pennoni employed a variety of innovative methods to improve cost efficiency. Many economic benefits were realized including, less shoring and dewatering expense, reduced labor expenditure, and a benefit to the project schedule.

Pennoni Associates is pleased to announce it has won the award for Stormwater Best Management Practices for its green roof design on The Radian, located at 3925 Walnut Street in Philadelphia. The project, being developed by University Partners, broke ground in May. This statewide program; hosted by the Philadelphia Water Department, Office of Watersheds; recognizes innovative stormwater best management practices in Pennsylvania.

The project integrates green roof areas into the public terrace level of a mixed-use facility that includes lower level retail space and a 13-story residential tower for student apartments, opening August 2008. The innovative strategy for stormwater management drains runoff from impervious areas of the roof into the green roof structure, maximizes the water retention on the roof, and controls the release rate into two underground stormwater management basins. Additionally, the plant design of the green roof will serve as a valued amenity to residents and the community at large. Pennoni also designed the streetscape and main entry courtyard for the development.

”This project is an example of how ecology, economics, and aesthetics can be balanced to satisfy not only the owner and the users of the building, but also broader environmental goals,” stated Marc Morfei, Philadelphia Senior Landscape Architect.

The project architect is Erdy McHenry Architecture. Roofscapes, Inc. served as subconsultant to Pennoni and provided key technical expertise for the green roof design.

Pennoni Associates recently received the 2005 Distinguished Award from the American Council of Engineering Companies New Jersey Chapter (ACEC/NJ) for design work done on behalf of the Delaware River Port Authority for the Brownfield Redevelopment of the Former RCA Building 17. The ACEC/NJ 2005 Engineering Excellence Awards program recognizes the best of the engineering and land surveying projects in the State of New Jersey.

Pennoni’s Environmental Technology was hired by the Delaware County Port Authority to complete a Preliminary Assessment/Site Investigation/Remedial Investigation for the former RCA facility and develop a Remedial Action Workplan under oversight of the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection to remediate this former industrial facility to residential standards. Pennoni’s investigation and reporting of the environmental remediation on the Nipper Building enabled Dranoff Properties to secure the necessary funding to purchase and renovate the building, converting it into the viable and tax-contributing entity that it is today.

In October 2009, the Mid-Atlantic Precast Association (MAPA) bestowed the Design ’09 Housing Award of Merit upon the Samuel A. Ramirez Building Project Team. Working for client Architectural Precast Inc, Pennoni Associates provided specialty structural engineering design and detailing of a ribbed architectural precast façade on a nine-story building, located in the historical district of New York City, Tribeca.

Combining the area’s historic nature with its residential presence took careful planning along with the help of thirteen different precast window radii to match the 9-story structure's surrounding architecture. Dark red precast panels, designed with protruding fins reminiscent of turn-of-the-century warehouse architecture, provide a historic flavor to the building. The top floor features a row of smaller radius windows on fluted precast panels capped with a wide cornice, designed to be aesthetically compatible with the top floors on nearby buildings. With little room for a large crane and a 15-minute delivery window, the erection of the project was a true challenge. The project was erected in two weeks.

In total, over 110 pieces, or 12,000 sq. ft., of precast was used to preserve the essence of Tribeca's historic past.

Pennoni is pleased to have received the American Council of Engineering Companies New Jersey Chapter (ACEC/NJ) Distinguished Award for its work on the Greenbriar at Stonebridge Clubhouse.

The Greenbriar Stonebridge Clubhouse, the largest active adult community facility built in the state of New Jersey, was in the early phases of design when a dilemma arose regarding the type of HVAC system that would best serve this diverse and unique structure. The owner expressed a strong desire to install a series of residential HVAC units sized to accommodate each distinctive zone in the clubhouse; however, Pennoni realized that this plan would not be capable of meeting the HVAC needs of the facility. We were able to convey our concerns to both the owner and architect, facilitating collaboration in the decision of the final approved system. Pennoni proposed a unique HVAC system design that combined proven European HVAC technology with traditional components and features, centered upon “Variable Refrigerant Volume” (VRV) technology. The VRV system features a highly intelligent inverter-driven compressor that allows for individual control of up to 24 indoor fan coil units. Fully optimized to operate with R410A refrigerant, the system’s technology enables modulation of the output of the outdoor by the cooling or heating demands of the zones it controls. The VRV system has far exceeded the owner’s needs and expectations and has provided the following enhanced or additional features and benefits:

• Precise zone temperature control within ± 1oF of the setpoint temperature.
• Heat recovery function enables either cooling or heating from one system.
• Keeps operating cost at an absolute minimum by controlling each zone individually.
• Reduced energy usage and utility cost savings. System flexibility and expandability for future facility renovations or additions.

Pennoni Engineering and Surveying of New York, P.C. (PESNY) is a full-service consulting engineering firm providing quality design services. We are involved in new and retrofit projects for public agencies, major corporations and developers. In 2006, the staff of Meyer, Strong & Jones Engineers, P.C. (MS & J), a firm of professional engineers in continuous practice since 1902, joined Pennoni Engineering. They brought with them their vast experience in educational facilities, hospital and laboratory buildings, financial institutions, transportation facilities, correctional facilities, cultural facilities, hotels and other residential buildings, high-rise and other office buildings, office interiors, retail spaces, central heating and cooling plants, dining facilities and communications systems, in addition to extensive design of the support systems for computer spaces, including UPS and emergency power generation.While the New York office specializes in HVAC, electrical, plumbing/sanitary and fire protection engineering, their affiliation with Pennoni Associates affords them the ability to offer the full resources of the multi-discipline Pennoni organization.

A new housing development. An outdoor shopping center. A multi-story office building or parking garage. The Residential, Retail and Commercial industries are a part of our everyday life, places we live, work and play. While we have come to expect the places we live, the places we shop and the places we work to have modern facilities and amenities, it is easy to take for granted that all of these are dynamically impacted by the engineering world. 

• Can the proposed construction area sustain the utilities needed for the housing complex?
• Will traffic be negatively impacted by the new retail center, and are new roads and access necessary?
• Are the materials used to construct this new office building sustainable and safe for the environment?
• Is the structure of the high-rise condominium conducive to the safety and longevity of the structure?

Pennoni Associates takes a vertical engineering approach for residential, retail and commercial projects. We can start your project at conception, assessing the site for environmental issues, surveying the site to determine the property lines and physical features, and planning the layout of the site. We advocate at the local, state and federal level as necessary to gain the proper approvals and permitting, and we participate in public hearings to gain citizen support through education. We can provide the site engineering necessary to make your Architect’s vision a reality, as well as supporting that reality through structural and MEP engineering. We inspect the construction to ensure it is done properly and safely, as well as testing the materials used to complete the construction. We do all this in the most environmentally sustainable way, and can assist in achieving LEED certification for your project.

The backbone of any Residential, Retail and Commercial project is the engineering. Let Pennoni Associates give your project the quality services necessary to make it a success.
 

Edward J. Sander, PE, serves as Vice President for Construction Services, and is Principal-in-Charge of Geotechnical Engineering.  Ed’s expertise is in geotechnical and geoenvironmental engineering, management and quality control on such projects as hi-rise office buildings, waste processing plants, cement plants, schools, churches, petrochemical facilities, regional shopping centers, marine facilities, bridges and highways, and other private/public projects.  He has been responsible for all phases of geotechnical work including project management, coordination of various phases of projects, supervision of field, laboratory and engineering personnel, analysis, report preparation, consultation and construction monitoring and testing. He possesses extensive experience with design, subsurface stabilization and construction in karst areas. Ed joined Pennoni Associates in 1999, and earned a BS in Civil Engineering and an MS in Geotechnical Engineering from Drexel University. He is a licensed Professional Engineer in Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware.

The structural load bearing elements of building require inspection and testing to ensure quality, durability, and safety.  The building code requires performance of these special inspections. Elements requiring inspection and testing include reinforced concrete, structural steel, engineered masonry, EIFS, fireproofing and foundations.  Generally, the code requires performance of special inspection on all building structures, other than typical one- or two-story residential construction.  Pennoni’s team of qualified professionals, inspectors and technicians has extensive qualifications and experience providing these services, supported by accredited laboratories and a multi-disciplined engineering firm.

The structural load bearing elements of building require inspection and testing to ensure quality, durability and safety.  The building code requires performance of these special inspections. Elements requiring inspection and testing include reinforced concrete, structural steel, engineered masonry, EIFS, fireproofing and foundations.  Generally, the code  requires performance of special inspection on all building structures, other than typical one- or two-story residential construction.  Pennoni’s team of qualified professionals, inspectors and technicians has extensive qualifications and experience providing these services, supported by accredited laboratories and a multi-disciplined engineering firm.

James J. Maddonni, PE, PLS, CME, serves as Vice President and Regional Technology Principal for Civil/Site Design/Landscape Architecture. Jim is responsible for managing the Technologies’ staff and projects in New Jersey. Jim first joined Pennoni Associates in 1971 and worked until 1984 when he left to own and manage his own consulting engineering firm. He did so for more than 22 years before merging with and rejoining Pennoni Associates in 2007. He has extensive experience in providing civil engineering services for residential, industrial and commercial land development projects, covering all aspects of design from initial planning and project layout to final detailed design. Jim earned his Civil Engineering degree from Drexel University, and is a licensed Professional Engineer in New Jersey, a licensed Professional Land Surveyor in New Jersey, and a Certified Municipal Engineer.

Glenn O. McAllister, PLS, serves as Vice President and is Principal-in-Charge of Survey Services.  Glenn is responsible for the overall supervision and coordination of the survey activities of the firm, and has many years experience in the management and operation of major surveying assignments including multi-disciplines projects in commercial, industrial, and residential development.  Glenn joined Pennoni Associates in 1981. He has instructed courses at Atlantic County College and seminars at Gloucester County College, for the New Jersey Society of Professional Land Surveyors and Pennsylvania Society of Professional Land Surveyors.  He has also co-authored and instructed boundary courses for the National Business Institute as well as co-instructed a surveyor review course at Rutgers University.  Glenn is a licensed Professional Land Surveyor in Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware, as well as a licensed Professional Planner in New Jersey.

Charles Magnelli, FASSE, serves as Associate Vice President for MEP Engineering. Charlie has extensive experience in the design and field coordination of all types of plumbing, sanitary and fire protection systems, including such specialties as medical gases, compressed air and vacuum systems and the like. His background includes the design of new, and the modernization/retrofit of existing medical, commercial, industrial, educational, residential (including hotels), pharmaceutical and R&D facilities. Charlie joined Pennoni Associates and Pennoni Engineering & Surveying of New York in 2006 when the staff Meyer Strong & Jones (MS & J) became part of Pennoni. Charlie studied Mechanical Engineering at the City College of New York, and is a Fellow of the American Society of Sanitary Engineers.

Patrick S. Powers, PE, serves as Associate Vice President and Office Principal for State College, PA. Pat is responsible for managing the growth and success of the projects and staff in the State College office. He joined Pennoni Associates in 2004 when the firm he co-founded, Powers & Schram, became a part of Pennoni. Pat has managed and designed various types of civil engineering projects ranging from large water/wastewater facilities, commercial and residential site developments, and roadway reconstruction and bridge replacements.  Mr. Powers also has experience with construction inspection, organizing and preparation of Act 537 plans.  He was an instructor for PennDOT’s Bituminous Plant and Field Technician Certification Program having taught over 5,000 candidates in the last seven years. Pat earned his Civil Engineering degree from The Pennsylvania State University, and is a licensed Professional Engineer in Pennsylvania.

Environmental services such as due diligence, remediation and permitting are all important components of development and growth today.  Pennoni’s Environmental Technology consists of environmental, civil and chemical engineers, geologists, industrial hygienists, and environmental scientists experienced in performing a wide range of environmental support services. Our client base includes financial institutions, commercial and residential developers, municipalities, and law firms. 

Pennoni’s environmental professionals can provide a complete scope of services including Phase I environmental site assessments for due diligence, Phase II soil and groundwater investigations, remedial alternative analyses, and remedial design and implementation for in-situ and ex-situ remediation of soil and groundwater.

Our Environmental staff is qualified and experienced in providing hazardous materials surveys, asbestos, lead-based paint, mold, and PCB management, indoor air quality studies, and health and safety planning.  Pennoni has a working relationship with area regulatory agencies and can provide air permitting, solid and hazardous waste management, underground storage tank management, as well as, agency negotiations, and expert testimony/litigation support services.  We also have experience with environmental impact statements, endangered species and wetland delineations/mitigations, compliance audits, and landfill investigations/closures.

Pennoni was ranked 184th on Engineering News-Record's 2010 list of the Top 200 Environmental Firms.

Site design is an essential part of any development.  Pennoni Associates' Site Design Technology includes planners, landscape architects, civil engineers, and design technicians experienced in all facets of site planning, landscape architecture, and land development.  Pennoni recognizes that in today's complex and environmentally-sensitive surroundings, improvements on the land require an innovative, intelligent, sophisticated, and cost-effective design philosophy.  Pennoni's Site Design Technology has been successful in creating and renovating cost-effective, cost-efficient, and aesthetically-pleasing recreation, residential, and corporate sites. Pennoni's staff is skilled in every facet of their craft, from the actual site design and landscape architecture to performing site analysis, site layout, grading, stormwater management, and infrastructure improvements as a prime consultant or on a team of consultants. Our staff works together with Pennoni's other disciplines to provide clients with a user-friendly, multi-discipline consultant capable of completing complex site design and landscape architecture projects in-house.

Pennoni’s Site Design Group is expert in expediting the permitting process (sewer, wetlands, sediment and erosion control, off-site highway, highway occupancy, etc.) and can accelerate your project quickly from planning to construction. Our work can run from small dense urban sites to large open suburban corporate sites, and our professional site design staff provides creative, imaginative, and innovative design.