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Dinter is proud to announce its participation in Cimarron Solar Park I in Springer, New Mexico. The project is located on a parcel of land in Colfax County, between the towns of Cimarron and Springer, New Mexico. This facility will provide enough energy to serve the equivalent needs of approximately 9,000 homes and help the Tri-State Power Generation and Transmission Association to displace emissions of carbon dioxide. Dinter was the electrical engineer of record for this 30-megawatt solar field for

Looking back on 2009, Dinter is excited about having posted another successful year, especially during a time when the economy forced some companies to close their doors. What has helped Dinter to achieve success during a down economy has been the company’s ability to provide solutions to problems with which many clients are faced, such as quality, speed, and usability. Early in 2009, Dinter found a solution through a new design program called BIM, or Building Information Modeling. This three-dimensional, real-time, dynamic building modeling software allow users to design building components to encompass building geometry, spatial relationships, and quantities. The result is increased productivity and better coordination. “You get a real-life feel for what the design will look like in the field,” said Matt Myres,

Tri-State Power Generation and Transmission Association and acted as a subconsultant to the internationally- renowned solar firm, First Solar®, who manufactured and provided the solar system components. Dinter performed electrical engineering services for the site adaptation and power distribution, as well as plan review and oversight. The 250-acre solar photovoltaic power plant features 500,000 two-foot by four-foot panels and is the largest photovoltaic project by an electric

Dinter Focuses Energy On Massive First Solar® Array In New Mexico

Dinter Gets Productivity Boost From BIM

Dinter Mechanical Engineer and Department Production Manager. After investing a lot of time and money training a whole department with BIM, Dinter is now fluent in the new software. Dinter’s new BIM capabilities placed the company in a position to be awarded the

Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport Sky Train Project. In exploring BIM’s capabilities, Dinter is excited about this advance in innovative design that ensures better results and solutions for the industry.

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At Dinter, we are committed to sustainable engineering design. Members of our staff have completed a Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED®) certification course; we have LEED® Accredited Professional engineers on staff; and we utilize LEED® principles and techniques whenever possible to design environmentally-friendly “green” buildings incorporating energy efficiency and waste reduction.

cooperative in the world. As a LEED-minded engineering firm, Dinter is extremely pleased to have been asked to participate in this high-profile alternative energy project.

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Dinter Tapped As Lead A/E Firm For 8(a) Competitive Set-Aside Design-Build At Nellis

New Coeur d’Alene Office Now Open

Dinter is proud to announce the opening of its newest branch office in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho, planned and developed by EVP Tim Prockish, P.E. Dinter has managed to successfully deliver projects all over the country from the corporate office in Reno, Nevada and the second office in Phoenix, Arizona for many years. Now, with growing opportunities in key industries in the Pacific Northwest, Dinter is answering that demand with their new office in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho. Dinter Executive Vice President Tim Prockish, P.E. was elected to run the northwest office. Tim’s experience in all types of electrical systems and his expertise in developing growth strategies will ensure the success of the new office.

The decision to choose Coeur d’Alene, Idaho was a simple one. This location provides easy airport access via Spokane, Washington and ample resources for the development of the new office. Dinter has also seen an

increase in engineering activity in the Pacific Northwest, including Dinter’s successfully completed projects at Spokane International Airport, Bert Mooney Airport, and Grant County Regional Airport.

Dinter is proud to announce its participation with Nellis Air Force Base on the design and repair of various facilities for the base in Las Vegas, Nevada. Dinter acted as the lead architect/engineering (A/E) firm for NEI, Inc., an 8(a) Hispanic veteran-owned HUBzone general contractor from Chula Vista, CA. Dinter developed the team, which included civil and structural engineering and architecture, and managed the design effort. This was one

of several recent military base projects with NEI. Dinter was responsible for the design-build project to prepare construction documents to repair/ refurbish six buildings of a former federal prison work camp for use by the 58th Para RQS. Dinter’s work included designing HVAC, plumbing, fire protection, power, lighting, signal, fire alarm, and exterior lighting systems to accommodate the facility’s new use for training and storage and to bring

everything up to code. The main building, a 35,400 s.f., three-story-plus-basement former dormitory built in the 1950s, was renovated to provide spaces for offices, conference, communication, planning, briefing, medical training, and supply rooms; restrooms, showers, and lockers; storage; an intelligence vault; parachute simulator room; weapons armory; and laundry. The five support buildings were refurbished for administrative offices, a changing room with lockers, parachute storage and packing, and boat and ATV storage. New telecommunication rooms were added, and restrooms were made ADA compliant. Sustainable features included the use of environmentally friendly refrigerants, upgrading all buildings to be in accordance with ASHRAE 62.1, and designing controls and economizer options in accordance with Green Building Guidelines.

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CEO Corner | Dinter Optimistic About Recovery, OpportunitiesBy Keller Hackbusch, CEO

Dinter Turns It On For Afghanistan Defense University Wastewater Treatment PlantDinter was invited to team with AMEC to design an international project in the Middle East for the United States Air Force Training Center in Afghanistan. Dinter has now expanded to foreign territory, making it a first in the 50-year history of the firm. The project consists of a wastewater treatment building estimated to be 225 square meters in size. The plant is designed to treat 800,000 liters of water per day. Dinter’s contributions to this

project include performing the design for the electrical and mechanical components of the controls; the cooling and heating units for the buildings; and the plumbing design of the sewage pump station. Everyone at Dinter is honored and excited to support America’s troops and allies in their continuing sacrifice to protect our freedom both domestically and abroad.

We all know this is a tough economic period to be in the engineering business. How, then does a small business subconsulting firm avoid any impacts? You don’t. It is impossible since this economic downturn is so far-reaching. Your only option is to simply manage the impacts. The hallmark to Dinter’s success in recent years has been diversification in industries and services. Providing numerous service lines (HVAC, plumbing,

controls, electrical, airfield electrical systems and project management) in nine different industries (airports, municipal, military/federal, healthcare, education, correctional, water/ wastewater, commercial, and design- build) on a regional level has allowed us to manage the impacts by moving with the markets.

Right now, Dinter is working on design and construction projects in seven states (NV, CA, AZ, CO, LA, WY, NM), and we don’t see this changing any time soon. In 2009, we saw success by shifting a major percentage of our pursuits to the military (including a large portion of design-build work), the Veterans Administration, and other federal agencies through economic- recovery funding. Now, in early 2010, we are pursuing projects internationally focusing on the military and renewable energy work, which we believe is a sign of the times. Dinter’s Executive Team is optimistic that, although the recovery is slow, traditional markets are coming back. One of the intangible benefits of managing the impacts from this downturn is the opportunity to be more

Suzie Myres Retires After 30 Years

Dinter salutes Suzie Myres, who retired in 2009 after nearly 30 years at Dinter to spend her time enjoying summers in Reno and winters in Phoenix. This leaves Peter Hackbusch as the last of the original “Big 5” partners. Today, Dinter’s ownership team consists of Peter Hackbusch, Tom Federici, Tim Prockish, Ed Gansberg, and Keller Hackbusch. Our very best wishes for continued health and happiness to Suzie, along with our sincere appreciation for a job well done.

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creative and participate in projects and partnerships with a wider variety of firms and industries than ever before. If we can add value to a team you’re assembling, we’d be proud to bring the full force of our varied talents to bear. To explore the possibilities, call me directly at (775) 997-9830 today.

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