WVU-Industrial Assessment Center

WVU-Industrial Assessment Center (IAC), funded by the DOE Manufacturing & Energy Supply Chains Office (MESC) and the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE), conducted an IAC assessment at Signode, located in Eden, North Carolina, on 11/25/2024. The assessment was led by Dr. Bhaskaran Gopalakrishnan, Director of WVU-Industrial Assessment Center, along with students Bibek Prajapati, Nishan Adhikari, E.I.T., and Abdullah Alfadhli. The Signode plant in Eden, North Carolina, specializes in producing plastic packaging products. They manufacture PTC top frames, plastic separator sheets, and layer sheets, all designed to be clean, washable, and 100% recyclable.

WVU-Industrial Assessment Center (IAC and MARICE), funded by the DOE Manufacturing & Energy Supply Chains Office (MESC) and the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) conducted a MARICE training and assessment at the Southern Appalachian Labor School, located in Mount Hope, WV, on 11/20/2024. The training and assessment were led by Dr. Bhaskaran Gopalakrishnan, Director of WVU IAC, along with students Bibek Prajapati, Nishan Adhikari, E.I.T., John Recktenwald, and Rupesh Dahal, E.I.T.

WVU-Industrial Assessment Center conducted an IAC assessment at Sika Corporation, located in Marion, Ohio, on 20/11/2024. The assessment team included students Bibek Prajapati, Nishan Adhikari, E.I.T., and Rupesh Dahal, E.I.T., under the leadership of Dr. Bhaskaran Gopalakrishnan, Director of WVU-Industrial Assessment Center. The plant specializes in manufacturing advanced chemical products, including adhesives, sealants, and construction materials. Sika supports industries such as construction, automotive, and industrial manufacturing with innovative and sustainable solutions.

WVU-Industrial Assessment Center conducted an IAC assessment at Continental Brick on 08/11/2024. The assessment team included students Nishan Adhikari, E.I.T., Bibek Prajapati, and Addison Hockins, under the leadership of Dr. Hailin Li, Assistant Director of WVU-Industrial Assessment Center. The plant, located in Martinsburg, WV, specializes in manufacturing high-quality clay bricks. These bricks are widely used in residential, commercial, and industrial construction for their durability and aesthetic appeal.

WVU-Industrial Assessment Center has conducted an IAC assessment at Highline Warren on 19/11/2024. The plant is located in Glen Dale, WV. Highline Warren specializes in manufacturing, packaging, and distributing automotive lubricants and chemicals, including motor oils, transmission fluids, and other related products. The company supports industries such as automotive repair, retail, and industrial sectors by providing high-quality lubrication solutions. The assessment was led by Dr. Hailin Li, Assistant Director WVU-Industrial Assessment Center along with Jamie Cope, Manager, Business Development - Department of WVU Industrial Extension and students Nishan Adhikari, E.I.T., Bibek Prajapati, Addison Hockins.

Our students Roseline Mostafa, Bibek Prajapati, Nishan Adhikari, E.I.T., and Rupesh Dahal, E.I.T. had the incredible opportunity to attend the Lead Students Meeting and the AEE World Conference 2024 in Nashville, TN. They gained valuable insights through keynote sessions, panel discussions, and the technology expo, exploring advancements in energy sectors. This experience not only enhances their professional development but also brings fresh ideas back to the WVU-Industrial Assessment Center, pushing the boundaries of innovation. We are excited to see how this experience enhances their contributions to both the IAC and the broader energy sector! #AEEWorld #WVU #IAC #EnergyEfficiency #Sustainability #Networking #ProfessionalDevelopment

WVU-Industrial Assessment Center (IAC and MARICE), funded by DOE Manufacturing & Energy Supply Chains Office (MESC) and U.S. Department of Energy (DOE), recently conducted an ITAC assessment at DALB Inc, Kearneysville, WV, on 09/20/2024. DALB Inc is an industry leader in providing the services related to printing, thermoforming, and fabrication. Our team, led by Dr. Bhaskaran Gopalakrishnan and IAC students Nishan Adhikari, E.I.T. , Rupesh Dahal, E.I.T. and Abdullah Alfadhli, had the opportunity to collaborate with industry leaders and contribute to optimizing the energy efficiency and sustainability of their operations.

🎉 A big congratulations to our students Nishan Adhikari, E.I.T. and Rupesh Dahal, E.I.T. for successfully passing the FE Mechanical exam from the National Council of Examiners for Engineering and Surveying (NCEES)! 🎉 This milestone is a crucial step toward their aspirations of becoming licensed professional engineers. We are immensely proud of their dedication and hard work, which reflect the values we uphold at the WVU-Industrial Assessment Center. Our center is dedicated to fostering technical excellence and professional growth among our students, and these achievements are a testament to this commitment. The journey forward is bright and promising for both! #MechanicalEngineering #EngineerInTraining #FEExam #ProfessionalGrowth

🚀 Exciting News! 🚀 We're thrilled to announce that our paper titled "eQUEST Based Building Energy Modeling Analysis for Energy Efficiency of Buildings" has been published in the prestigious journal Energy Engineering by TechScience Publications. The journal has a site score of 0.9. 📜 Authors: Saroj Lamichhane, FE, CEM Roseline Mostafa Dr. Bhaskaran Gopalakrishnan Dr. Dayakar Devaru Journal: https://lnkd.in/dG6viKp Published Article: https://lnkd.in/ewdChghh #Research #EnergyEfficiency #BuildingModeling #eQUEST #EnergyEngineering

The WVU-Industrial Assessment Center team recently conducted a MARICE assessment at InMotion US, located in Blacksburg, VA, on August 20-21, 2024. InMotion manufactures electric motors for automotive purposes. The assessment was led by Dr. Bhaskaran Gopalakrishnan Director WVU-Industrial Assessment Center along with students Nishan Adhikari and Sidhartha S.