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Welcome Sima Yershov
Vestal Corporation is pleased to welcome Sima Yershov, Structural Designer. “Sima is a hard worker and her experience shall be a great contribution to the team.”
– Igor Kano, PhD, PE, SE | Director Structural Engineering
Welcome Michael Arras
Vestal Corporation is pleased to welcome Michael Arras as Senior Mechanical Engineer. “His professional expertise includes HVAC, fire protection, piping & plumbing designs, equipment layouts and P&IDs. Industries he has served include chemical, consumer products, food & beverage, government, oil & gas, pulp & paper, READ MORE
Welcome Mario Miranda
Baja Industrial Engineering and Consulting, a wholly owned subsidiary of Vestal Corporation, is proud to announce Mario Miranda has joined our Obregon Team as an Engineering Business Specialist.
“Mario earned a bachelor’s degree on Business Management and the Presidential Award for academic achievement. READ MORE
Welcome Drew LaLonde
“Vestal Corporation is pleased to welcome Drew LaLonde, PE, PMP, as Senior Mechanical Engineer and Project Manager. His professional expertise includes piping design, equipment layouts, P&IDs and PFDs, HVAC, Plumbing, developing packaging line layouts and 3D Laser Scanning.
Welcome Dario Hadziselimovic
“Vestal Corporation is pleased to welcome Dario Hadziselimovic, PE, PMP, as Principal and Director of Mechanical Engineering. Dario’s leadership role is supported by his years of proven team performance management and engineering project management in the heavy industrial sector – READ MORE
Welcome Nick Harvey
Vestal Corporation welcomes Nick Harvey, P.E. “We are excited to expand our Structural Department with someone of Nick’s caliber. His background with the Department of Veterans Affairs and US Army Corps of Engineers gives him a unique perspective and allows him to provide best-value solutions quickly and to the satisfaction of our clients. READ MORE
Welcome Joshua Thomas
Vestal Corporation welcomes Joshua Thomas as a Senior Piping Designer. “With a strong background in Chemical Piping Design and Industrial Process Piping design, Joshua will have a positive impact on Vestal’s Mechanical Design Group. Joshua also has a sound understanding of construction methodologies having spent a great deal of his career in the field overseeing projects. He is experienced in working with multiple software platforms including Plant 3D, Autocad 3D and Revit.” – Joe Milligan, Director of Mechanical Engineering
The VestalView | Q4 2020 News
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VestalCARES’ 2020 Marines Toys for Tots
“I am proud of this outcome, thankful for everyone’s participation & am happy that, together, we could brighten the holidays for a few kids.” – Richard Vestal #VestalCARES donated over 100 toys and exceeded our online donation goal for Marine Toys for Tots Foundation. #seasonofgiving #aecindustry
Vestal Designs Wellness Upgrades at Brewer Science Headquarters
Brewer Science chose Vestal Corporation to provide design services for their existing facility located in Rolla, MO. “Brewer Science is a global leader in developing and manufacturing next-generation materials and processes that foster the technology needed for tomorrow.” The awarded design proposal READ MORE
All things are possible when it comes to weather events – including Desert Floods. Vestal Corporation is designing a mega brewery just 30 miles off the arid coast of Gulf of California in Sonora, Mexico. Throughout the year this area experiences very little rainfall, although bordering a coast makes the area prone to seasonal heavy rainfall from pacific coast cyclones creating inundation flooding.
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“Emily’s experience with design, urban planning, master planning & feasibility studies, as well as her pursuit of Master of Resource Efficiency in Architecture & Planning from HafenCity University in Hamburg, Germany, READ MORE
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Adding Talent & Expanding Cababilities
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BIEC and Vestal Corporation are pleased to announce Tesia Burgos Camacho has joined our Obregon Site Team as a Civil Engineer. “Tesia comes to us with great experience, most recently from Gilbanke Alberici JV. I have great confidence in her abilities, both for our team , and ultimately, for our clients.”
-Carlos Villasante, Director | Mexican Operations
Welcome, Tesia!
iMAGINit Technologies’ case study featuring Vestal’s Virtual training
Data and Design Analytics Impact on Productivity
by Derek O’Brien, Director | Business Analytics
Anyone who has managed projects understands that project schedule management is mission critical. Schedule development typically starts with enthusiasm and optimism that what is scheduled today, READ MORE
School Supplies Donation Program: Huge Success!
VestalCARES donated 136 kid-size masks (handmade by our own, Daniel Hass), 795 school supply items AND exceeded our financial contributions goal by 440% toREAD MORE
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Vestal Corporation is pleased to welcome Lauren Silvers to our Architectural team. “One of the reasons Lauren chose Vestal is READ MORE
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Vestal Corporation is pleased to welcome Chris Billo, AIA, NCARB to our Architectural team. “Chris brings an extensive background in healthcare planning and design, specifically READ MORE
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Vestal Corporation is pleased to welcome Orlando Rodriguez as an Electrical Designer. “He brings healthcare & industrial experience that will serve our client base well.”
– Jeff Allen, Principal | Electrical
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Vestal Corporation is pleased to welcome Dwaine Bagby as Senior Plumbing & Fire Protection Designer. “Dwaine has a depth of knowledge in both the public and private sectors over a wide range of projects that will expand our capabilities and give us a stronger team for our clients.” – Brad Gordon, Principal | Mechanical
Ice Cream Social(ly Distanced)
Celebrating 2020 #LicensedPEday with an Ice Cream Social(ly Distanced) with our team in St. Louis.
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Vestal Corporation is pleased to welcome Stacey Smith as Senior Lead Electrical Engineer. “Stacey’s addition to the Vestal team could not have come at a better time READ MORE
Try Constellation Brands’ Spicy Buck Recipe for National Tequila Day
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Conditions of Satisfaction Webinar
When we share, we all improve! Thank you to Anthony Augustine, P.E. and all the panelists for sharing your best practices during the LCI St Louis Community of Practice (CoP) Conditions of Satisfaction Webinar, featuring Procter & Gamble‘s St. Louis IPD Team.READ MORE
Welcome, Ben Merritt
VESTAL is happy to announce that Ben Merritt has re-joined our team as a Senior Structural Designer. “Benny’s experience, knowledge, and dedication are well-known to our clients and will make an immediate impact on production. His return speaks to Vestal’s growth and culture of service.” Igor Kano, P.E., S.E., PH.D. | Principal | Structural Engineering Leader
BIM Promotions | Brian Hertz | Alex Dementiev
“VESTAL has always been identified as a BIM and engineering technology leader. BIM technology and BIM training are foundational elements to our Lean Design-based success. I am especially pleased that after a significant search, we decided that the best people we could find for these important positions were internal. READ MORE
Welcome, Kasey Robinson
“Kasey’s addition exemplifies Vestal’s commitment to staying on the cutting edge of technology with BIM, Integrated Project Delivery and related state-of-the-art industry tools. She hit the ground running and we could not be more pleased with her immediate impact.” – Igor Kano, Director of Structural Engineering READ MORE
Drone + Laser Scanning Technology
Manually verifying and documenting existing field conditions is a demanding task. It is slow, labor-intensive, presents safety challenges and does not always produce accurate results. READ MORE
Welcome, Gabriela Carrazzoni, EIT
Vestal Corporation is proud to announce the addition of Gabriela Carrazzoni, EIT, as Mechanical Engineer. “Gabby Carrazzoni‘s experience is a perfect fit for the industries we serve. She will be a great asset to our clients & team with READ MORE
Welcome, Mike Winkler, PE | LEED AP
Welcome, Bill DeLong, PE | LEED AP
LEAN’ing on Our Tools, Methods, and Techniques during the Covid-19 Pandemic
Vestal Corporation Awarded Anheuser Busch’s Largest North American Expansion Project
Vestal Corporation – St. Louis, MO has partnered with Briggs of Burton – Pittsford, NY and Robinson Construction – Perryville, MO READ MORE
Coronavirus (COVID-19) Update
National Military Appreciation Month
National Military Appreciation Month is celebrated every May and is a declaration that encourages citizens to observe the month in a symbol of unity. NMAM honors the current and former members of the Armed Forces, including those who have died in the pursuit of freedom. Join Vestal Corporation in honoring those who have served.
Paul Sabal Joins Vestal
Vestal Corporation announced today that Paul Sabal, AIA/NCARB has joined the firm as Director – Architecture.
Richard Vestal, President of Vestal Corporation stated, “… several of our senior leadership team have had a long and successful professional association with Paul. He has a very strong reputation in architecture and a national reputation in the healthcare industry. We are very excited that Paul has chosen to join us at Vestal.”READ MORE
Opening Day
Vestal Corporation team members showing their team spirit and supporting the St. Louis Cardinals on Opening Day! Go Cardinals!
Vietnam Veteran’s Day
Vestal Corporation would like to honor all the men and women Vietnam War Veterans for their service. Your duty and sacrifice for the United States of America is not forgotten. Thank you all!
Anthony Augustine Promotion
Richard Vestal, President of Vestal Corporation, is pleased to announce the promotion of Anthony Augustine, P.E. to the position of Assistant Director of Structural Engineering. Anthony has demonstrated high levels of technical competence, leadership, and initiative and we expect that his new role will increase his opportunities to contribute to the success of the structural department and the entire Vestal organization. Please join Vestal in congratulating Anthony.
Major Promotions
Vestal Corporation announces three major promotions: Dale Carlton, PMP – Vice President – Project Management Mark Hubbs, MMgt. – Vice President – Business Development Didine Koutchoukali, Ph.D., SE & PE – Sr. Director of Production Richard Vestal, President of Vestal Corporation stated, We have always had an extremely talented team, however we are very fortunate that over the last decade so many talented and exceptional people have joined the Vestal Team. READ MORE
3D Imaging
Vestal’s BIM team performed 3D Imagining of an existing distillery fermentation process in preparation for major production expansion. Services included full 360 deg. scans and model development to support distillery expansion that included adding Mash and Fermentation Tanks into a very area restricted process floor. The Vestal BIM team used a Leica BLK360 imaging laser scanner and Autodesk ReCap Pro for collecting and processing the data. The ReCap Pro processes used formatted the BLK360 imagery and scans to allow the client to view data points, take measurements, annotate and collaborate into the application in real time.
Vestal Corporation St. Patrick’s Day
In honor of St. Patrick’s Day, Vestal Corporation would like to acknowledge one of our team members for their outstanding service to St. Louis and its Irish community. Vestal’s Lead Plumbing Engineer, Joe Milligan is a volunteer member of the Metropolitan St. Patrick’s Day Parade Committee (MSPDPC).READ MORE
Employee Appreciation
It is National Employee Appreciation Day! To celebrate and show our appreciation the Principals of Vestal’s St. Louis office made the team breakfast this morning. We enjoyed breakfast burritos, biscuits & gravy, cinnamon marble bread, and assorted fruits. This was a great way for our team to start Friday off on the right foot!
National Engineers Week
It’s National Engineers Week! E-Week was started in 1951, dedicated to ensuring a diverse, well-educated future workforce by increasing understanding of and interest in engineering and technology careers. Vestal Corporation’s team of engineers and drafters work together in our offices across the United States and Mexico delivering Integrated Project Designs.
Night to Shine Volunteer
Friday evening Vestal Corporation team members and their families volunteered for the Tebow Foundation’s Night to Shine in St. Louis. Night to Shine is a worldwide, unforgettable prom night experience for people with special needs put on by the Tim Tebow Foundation. The Tim Tebow Foundation’s mission is to bring Faith, Hope and Love to those needing a brighter day in their darkest hour of need. It is great to see Vestal’s team members and their families volunteering together and giving back to the community. Great job!
Damon Peak, PMP
Vestal Corporation is pleased to announce the addition of Damon Peak, PMP as Senior Project Manager in its St. Louis office. Damon brings more than 30 years of engineering design and project management experience. His areas of expertise include life-cycle management, implementing engineering design solutions and managing multi-discipline teams. Please join Vestal in welcoming Damon to the team.
Center for Autism Education Donation
Vestal Corporation has made a corporate gift to The Center for Autism Education in support of their 17th annual trivia night. The Center for Autism Education’s mission is to assure each student regardless of ability or economic level is provided an education in a positive and safe learning environment so that all reach their fullest potential. Like CAE, Vestal supports teaching the skills to become a happy, successful member of the community too.
Mexicali Fluye Donation
Vestal Corporation has made a donation in support of the Sonoran Institute’s Mexicali Fluye Project. The Mexicali Fluye Project is a flagship program that has revolutionized the cleaning of drains and seeks to change the culture of communities by transforming depleted areas in to shared living spaces. The Mexicali Fluye project is a great way to support a healthier environment and a better quality of life for local residents. This project includes the greater Mexicali area, which is where Vestal’s subsidiary Baja Industrial Engineering and Consulting is located. Vestal and BIEC are committed to making a positive impact in the communities around them.
Happy Holidays from VC
Happy Holidays from Vestal Corporation!
VC Holiday Lunch
Vestal Corporation’s St. Louis office hosted their annual Holiday Lunch at Charlie Gitto’s. Lunch was a great way to take a break and have some great food with even better coworkers. Vestal would like to thank all of our team members for their hard work and dedication throughout the year.
Toys for Tots
In conjunction with our friends at Boeing, Vestal Corporation wrapped up its annual United States Marine Corps – Toys For Tots Campaign. Vestal team members donated over 30 toys with Vestal Corporation matching their donations bringing the total toys donated to just over 70. The toys where delivered to members of the USMC at the Missouri Athletic Club’s annual Army vs. Navy football game day celebration.
O’ Christmas Tree
Vestal Corporation is getting in the holiday spirit with each building on campus having its very own custom designed Christmas tree. Lori Melton, Vestal’s Document Control Specialist, has spent time over the last year searching for and acquiring all of the beautiful decorations to adorn these amazing trees. Great job Lori!
Go Team!
Vestal Team Member Coaches Team to Conference Championship!
This fall Vestal Corporation’s Marketing Coordinator, Adam Hubbs volunteered as a coach for the Columbia Blue Jay’s junior league football program 5th & 6th grade team. READ MORE
Thank You, Veterans
Vestal Corporation would like to thank all veterans for their sacrifice and service. Your willingness to serve is what makes America the greatest country in the world. We also would like to offer a special acknowledgment and thanks to our veteran team members at Vestal. Joe Milligan – Air Force, Charles Scarbrough – Army and Steve Green – USMC. Thank You All! & Happy Veteran’s Day!
Happy Halloween
Happy Halloween from everyone at Vestal Corporation! Here is how a few of our team members got in the holiday spirit. #VestalCorporation #IntegratedDesignExperts
Lake Taneycomo
This past weekend, Vestal’s Team Leaders headed to Lake Taneycomo in Southern Missouri for some late season trout fishing. Temperatures were in the low 70’s during the day and upper 40’s in the evening. Even though the fishing was tough, no one seemed to mind. The sun was warm, the water calm, and the beer cold……. A Perfect Day! #VestalCorporation #IntegratedDesignExperts
Greenfield FDA
Vestal Corporation is conducting a feasibility study for a Greenfield FDA Packaging Facility. Vestal is evaluating multiple sites, developing concepts, determining project scope limits, process design, identifying and evaluating equipment, creating the project layouts, determining the electrical requirements, and preparing a capital cost estimate. The product of Vestal’s efforts will help the client in its evaluation of the proposed project and its potential ROI.
Hydrate Line
Vestal Corporation is providing Integrated Design Services to expand production of hydrated lime with the addition of a new hydrate line. The hydrate line is located in the existing facility to assist in keeping pace with increased demand for its products. In conjunction with the hydrated lime production expansion, Vestal is also providing Integrated Design Services for a new rail spur, product storage silo with rail loading capability.
TopGolf
Vestal Corporation and Constellation Brands team members enjoyed a fun filled evening at TopGolf; St. Louis’ newest attraction. It did not take very long to realize that we were all better designers and builders than golfers. Despite our lack of golf skills a great time was had by all enjoying the great outdoor space TopGolf provides and the taste of refreshing Modelo and Corona Premier beers.
Import Terminal
Vestal Corporation is providing Integrated Design Services to upgrade an existing cement import terminal in Florida. Import terminal upgrades include a new concrete dock and mobile ship unloader. Additional upgrades include a new ship unloading system to support the installation of a new cement pneumatic transport line that will tie into the existing conveying line.
Arantxa Sanchez
This summer Arantxa Sanchez interned for Vestal Corporation at the Constellation Brands Brewery in Nava, Mexico. Arantxa is a junior at Universidad de Monterrey studying civil engineering. A large part of Arantxa’s learning experience included meeting with construction team project managers and superintendents to review progress and gain a better understanding how engineering designs are implemented in the field.READ MORE
International Beer Day
Tomorrow is International Beer Day!
Vestal Corporation’s Brewing Club is joining in on the fun by brewing its own Amber Ale. Not only has Vestal designed the world’s largest brewery (30 Million Hectoliters) but it also has designed and operates the world’s smallest brewery. Vestal Brew Club celebrates International Beer Day by reaching the milestone of brewing One Hectoliter of beer. CHEERS!
Kuhlmann design Group
Vestal Corporation is pleased to announce the addition of Kuhlmann design Group’s engineering services personnel to the Vestal team and the establishment of a strategic alliance with KdG to provide building engineering services on KdG projects. READ MORE
Boeing
Vestal Corporation has been selected by Kuhlmann design Group to provide electrical and mechanical design for the renovation of Boeing’s Executive Briefing Center in St. Louis, Missouri. KdG is the lead designer for the project providing architectural design and project management services and Vestal is supporting KdG by providing engineering services. Boeing is the world’s largest aerospace company and leading manufacturer of commercial jetliners, defense, space and security systems, and service provider of aftermarket support.
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Buzzi Unicem
Vestal Corporation was selected to assist Buzzi Unicem with upgrading its existing dust collection system located atop of the cement storage silos at its Festus, Missouri location. Vestal’s Integrated Design will include flow diagrams, demolition plans, arrangement layouts, development of the construction scope of work and project capital cost estimate. Upgrades to the existing dust collection system will improve environmental air quality and life safety for Buzzi’s employees.
VESTAL Brewing Club
Vestal Corporation’s brewing club President, Bob Messmer and member Mark Hubbs enjoyed sharing its latest brew, an American Cream Ale with Edgar Reyes of Constellation Brands – Beer Division. Like Constellation Brands, Vestal hopes to “ELEVATE LIFE WITH EVERY GLASS RAISED”. CBI produces for the U.S. market Corona Extra, Corona Light, Corona Premiere, Modelo Especial, Modelo Negra, Modelo Chelada, Pacifico, Victoria, Ballast Point, Funky Buddha and fine craft brews from its newest acquisition Four Corners Brewing. #VestalCorporation #ConstellationBrands
National Boss’s Day!
Its’ National Boss’s Day! Here’s to all of the leaders who promote a collaborative team environment and encourage us to be the best we can be. Your dedication to success never goes unnoticed. #VestalCorporation #IntegratedDesignExperts
Cheers!
Here is a look at what Vestal Corporation has been up to. The world’s largest brewery of its kind, producing 30 million hectoliters of beer per year for Constellation Brands. Constellation Brands produces high-quality beers we all know and enjoy including Corona Extra, Corona Light, Corona Premiere, Corona Refresca, Modelo Especial, Modelo Negra, Modelo Chelada, Pacifico, Victoria, Ballast Point, and Funky Buddha. Now, who’s thirsty? #IntegratedDesignExperts #VestalCorporation #ConstellationBrands
Never Forget
Today we remember those who lost their lives and loved ones on this day 17 years ago and reaffirm our gratitude for all of the members of our armed forces who protect us from danger every day. #NeverForget
New Constellation Brands Cornstarch Storage Facility
Vestal Corporation provided Integrated Design Services to Ziemann Holvrieka GmbH on the new Constellation Brands Cornstarch storage facility at their Nava brewery. Nava is the world’s largest brewery producing 30 million hectoliters of beer per year. Yesterday the first truck with 24 tons of Grits was unloaded and stored at the new Cornstarch Silo facility. Vestal would like to thank all team members for their efforts on creating this outstanding project. #IntegratedDesignExperts #VestalCorporation #ZiemannHolvrieka #ConstellationBrands
Nestle Purina Pet Care
Vestal Corporation has been selected to provide Integrated Design Services for Nestle Purina Pet Care’s – Empty Can Storage and De-Scrambler Building at their new Hartwell, Georgia facility. When completed, the Hartwell facility will be NPPC’s showcase for state-of-the-art pet food manufacturing technology. READ MORE
Independence Day Ice Cream
Nothing better than celebrating Independence Day early with an afternoon office visit from the ice cream truck! WISHING EVERYONE A HAPPY & SAFE 4TH OF JULY!!!!!!