Manufacturing and Industrial Facilities
Driving Efficiency. Enhancing Productivity.
At EPS, we provide comprehensive engineering and consulting services tailored to the needs of the manufacturing and industrial facilities sector. With our deep technical expertise and industry insights, we help clients optimize operations, improve performance, and achieve their strategic objectives across a wide range of manufacturing processes.
Process Optimization and Operational Excellence
Enhance your manufacturing efficiency and productivity with our expert guidance.
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Process Design and Simulation: Developing efficient and scalable manufacturing processes.
Process Optimization: Identifying bottlenecks and implementing improvements to increase throughput.
Lean Manufacturing Principles: Applying methodologies to reduce waste and enhance value.
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Automation Integration: Implementing advanced control systems to improve precision and reduce labor costs.
Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT): Leveraging connected devices for real-time monitoring and data analytics.
Process Control Optimization: Enhancing system responsiveness and stability.
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Quality Assurance and Control: Developing systems to ensure product consistency and compliance.
Six Sigma and Statistical Process Control (SPC): Applying techniques to reduce variability and defects.
Regulatory Compliance: Ensuring adherence to industry standards and regulations (ISO, FDA, etc.).
Facility Design and Expansion
Plan and execute facility projects with confidence, from new constructions to expansions and retrofits.
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Space Optimization: Designing layouts that maximize efficiency and safety.
Material Handling Systems: Implementing solutions for efficient movement of materials.
Scalability Considerations: Planning for future growth and flexibility.
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Project Scheduling and Coordination: Ensuring timely completion within budget.
Contractor Management: Overseeing construction activities and vendor performance.
Safety and Compliance Oversight: Maintaining adherence to safety standards during construction.
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Equipment Upgrades: Integrating new technologies to enhance capabilities.
Energy Efficiency Improvements: Implementing solutions to reduce energy consumption.
Facility Automation: Introducing automation to legacy systems.
Energy Management and Sustainability
Improve your facility's energy efficiency and sustainability profile.
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Energy Consumption Analysis: Identifying areas for energy savings.
Benchmarking: Comparing performance against industry standards.
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Waste Reduction Programs: Implementing strategies to minimize waste generation.
Emission Reduction Strategies: Identifying and mitigating sources of emissions.
Renewable Energy Integration: Incorporating renewable energy sources into facility operations.
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Regulatory Guidance: Navigating environmental regulations and standards.
Permitting and Reporting: Assisting with environmental permits and compliance reporting.
Health, Safety, and Risk Management
Ensure a safe and compliant working environment.
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Hazard Identification and Mitigation: Assessing risks and implementing safety measures.
Employee Training and Awareness: Developing training programs for safety protocols.
Incident Investigation and Reporting: Analyzing incidents to prevent future occurrences.
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OSHA Compliance: Ensuring adherence to occupational safety and health standards.
Process Safety Management (PSM): Implementing systems to manage hazards associated with processing activities.
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Business Continuity Planning: Preparing for disruptions to minimize operational impact.
Insurance Risk Assessments: Evaluating risks for insurance purposes.
Why Choose EPS for Manufacturing and Industrial Facilities?
Technical Excellence and Industry Experience
Our team brings decades of experience and deep knowledge across various manufacturing sectors.
Multidisciplinary Expertise: Mechanical, electrical, chemical, and industrial engineering.
Certified Professionals: Licensed engineers and accredited experts with hands-on industry experience.
Cutting-Edge Methodologies: Applying the latest tools, technologies, and best practices.
Customized Solutions for Your Unique Challenges
We understand that every facility and operation is unique. Our services are tailored to meet your specific needs.
Client-Centered Approach: Collaborating closely to understand your objectives and constraints.
Innovative Problem Solving: Developing creative solutions for complex challenges.
Strategic Insights: Providing actionable recommendations to drive efficiency and growth.
Proven Track Record of Success
EPS has a history of delivering successful outcomes for clients across the manufacturing industry.
Extensive Project Portfolio: Experience in a wide range of manufacturing and industrial projects.
Satisfied Clients: Numerous testimonials attesting to our effectiveness and professionalism.
Industry Recognition: Trusted by leading manufacturing corporations worldwide.
“John is the smartest guy in the room and he pairs that intellect with an approachable demeanor and a keen feel for the intricacies of complex litigation that is extremely rare in a consultant/expert at his level. With his multi-disciplinary expertise, he is constantly looking for new angles and seems to deliver every time.”
— Leading Litigator, National Law Firm
“EPS made it clear to ask us what we wanted, what we did, and how they could help us – not, ‘This is it, this is how we are doing it; take it or leave it.’ They were just really interested in giving us a custom package for whatever we wanted done..”
— Tom Gardner, Leading Metals Recycler
“EPS has for more than 20 years effectively provided mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, civil, and structural engineering, as well as project development and construction management, to increase our manufacturing site's competitiveness. The cost of EPS engineering is well justified in setting direction and providing project savings.”
— John McKinley, Plant Manager, US Petrochemical Producer
“They can help with project research and analysis, providing clients with options and how they stack up against one another — equipment-wise and energy use-wise — and help conclude which option is best.”
— Pat Simms, Global VP, Renewable Chemicals and Biofuels Developer
“EPS is the benchmark on which I will measure engineering firms in the future.”
— Kurt Brickley, Port of San Diego
“John and his team are amazing. They took one of the most scientifically complicated cases I’ve ever been involved in and truly figured out what happened. That was hard enough to do, but perhaps where they really shined was in explaining that science — first to me so that I could effectively question witnesses, and then in deposition — in a way and at a level that those of us who are not engineers could understand and follow.”
— Rip Andrews, Partner at Marsh, Rickard & Bryan
“John Williams is an expert in the field. He not only renovated the business, but he changed the flow of the product for the company in terms of minimizing distances from raw materials to production to warehousing to shipping. Nobody within the company was thinking that way.”
— Ron Halik, International, Bioprocessing and Chemicals, Corporation
“Attention to detail, thorough understanding of engineering and its nuances.”
— Kurt Brickley, Port of San Diego
“Project management, estimating skills, engineering, and design are all real core strengths of EPS…EPS’s comprehensive energy analysis for coal-fired versus gas-fired steam production, which approached the complexities of our plant’s utility and process systems, is one significant example. The project incorporated operating, maintenance, energy alternatives, risks, and future costs and presented a comprehensive financial assessment to our management in clear and concise language.”
— Steve Saunders, Engineering Manager, US Petrochemical Producer
Industries
We Serve
Metals and Materials Processing
Pharmaceutical and Bioprocessing
Consumer Goods Manufacturing
Paper and Pulp
Plastics and Rubber Products
Food and Beverage Processing
Our Services Include
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Process Design and Simulation
Lean Manufacturing Implementation
Automation and Control Systems Integration
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Facility Planning and Layout Design
Construction Management
Retrofit and Modernization
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Quality Management Systems
Regulatory Compliance Assistance
Certification Support (ISO, FDA, etc.)
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Energy Audits and Assessments
Sustainability Strategy Development
Renewable Energy Integration
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Safety Program Development
Environmental Compliance and Permitting
Risk Assessment and Mitigation
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Professional Development Courses
Customized Training Programs
Workshops and Seminars on Manufacturing Topics
About Dr. John A. Williams
A Leader in Manufacturing and Industrial Engineering
Dr. John A. Williams, PE, ASA, MBA, CFEI, AIChE Fellow, is the founder and General Manager of EPS. With over 40 years of operations, engineering, and construction experience, Dr. Williams is a recognized expert in the engineering analysis and financial appraisal of energy, power, and manufacturing technologies.
Dr. Williams offers a unique synergy of engineering knowledge and business acumen that extends from concept to completion. He has developed and instructed courses for the American Institute of Chemical Engineers and the American Society of Mechanical Engineers, consistently drawing professionals from Fortune 100 companies.
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Accredited Senior Appraiser (ASA) by the American Society of Appraisers in Machinery & Technical Specialties: Energy, Environmental, and Manufacturing Technologies.
Certified Fire and Explosion Investigator (CFEI) by the National Association of Fire Investigators.
Fellow of the American Institute of Chemical Engineers (AIChE Fellow).
PhD in Chemical and Fuels Engineering from the University of Utah
MBA in Finance from the University of Chicago
BS in Chemistry from the University of Delaware
Licensed Professional Engineer in over 20 states