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Technical Writing: 3D Laser Scanning

Extensively researched the topic of 3D Laser Scanning and wrote an informative article to promote scanning services for an engineering firm.

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3D Laser Scanning: A time-saving solution for MEP design

As MEP Engineering, Inc. enters a new year of production, new projects are coming in fast and from all sectors of our industry. Our clients need quick turn-around and accuracy on every drawing we send out the door. To ensure our teams continue to exceed expectations, we’ve included advanced 3D Laser Scanner technology to our repertoire of services.

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Technical Writing: Project Approach for Generator Replacement

Copywriting, Technical Writing

This writing sample was produced for a RFP response to a public solicitation. This project approach was for developing a plan to replace 3 generators within a police building for the City of Aurora.

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Project Approach: First Steps

Assess the Site and Scope of Work

Our project team will complete an assessment of the existing generators and their locations. Verification of critical loads for each of the existing generators as well as potential future loads will be crucial at this step. Initially, MEP’s project team will do the following:

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Technical Writing: Project Approach for Fleet Electrification

Copywriting, Technical Writing

This writing sample was produced for a RFP response to a public solicitation. This project approach was for developing a plan to have a fully electric bus fleet in the Town of Vail.

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Fleet Maintenance Facilities & Electrification

Case studies¹ conducted by transportation authorities throughout the US have found that maintenance facility requirements are generally similar for fully-electrified bus fleets compared to conventional transit vehicles. Agencies are ideally looking for battery electric buses (BEB) that can match the operating range and performance of traditional transit buses, since this would result in minimal impact to operations. While tooling and techniques may be different, facility envelopes and major equipment are likely to be compatible between technologies. Charging and electrical power infrastructure are recognized as a key focal point as large-scale deployments are considered.

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The New Google Home Mini: Smaller Package, Greater Value

Copywriting, Freelance

See the published article at the ubreakifix blog here.

Google’s recent unveiling of their new Google Home Mini speaker on Wednesday promises all of the things you love about the original Google Home, but in a smaller, cheaper and quieter package. But does the new Home Mini offer anything that the original Google Home did not? Let’s find out.

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A Growing Trend: Growers Say Organic Food Worth Extra Effort, Cost

Copywriting, Storytelling

Originally published in The Tampa Tribune (Now part of Tampa Bay Times)

Although the popularity and availability of organic fruits and vegetables continues to grow, for many consumers the whole thing still comes across as a bit of a fad — a movement created by stores like Trader Joe’s and Whole Foods to get even more of their hard-earned cash.

Why pay $4 or more for a bunch of asparagus at Fresh Market, after all, when you can pay half that at Publix? Who has the time or patience for a 20- to 30-minute trek to a local produce stand when there’s a two-for-one sale at the Wal-Mart down the street — and you can pick up those razors you need as well?

Even for those ready to embrace a healthier lifestyle, there are lingering doubts about safety, taste and, of course, cost.

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