What is a backflow preventer? A backflow prevention device is a valve or series of valves designed to prevent hazardous contaminants from moving in the opposite direction of flow. In New York City, the NYC Department of Environmental protection governs the requirements for backflow prevention device installation. These devices …Read More
In January 2016, we launched our “Three 3’s” initiative which entailed 3% of PROFIT being donated to charity, 3% of PTO TIME dedicated to volunteering efforts and 3% of FEE to pro-bono work for institutions promoting community and sustainability. The Three 3’s initiative was adopted as a …Read More
The New York City Department of Transportation released a special “Holiday Construction Embargo” for select streets throughout New York City. The Embargo shall be in effect from 6AM to 11:59PM, starting Thursday, November 15, 2018 through Wednesday, January 2, 2019. During this time, roadway and sidewalk construction …Read More
Project Hospitality began a journey to help hungry and homeless people on a cold winter night back in 1982. Homeless people who were struggling to stay warm were seeking shelter at the Staten Island Ferry Terminal. Project Hospitality founders reached out to these people and provided a …Read More
Veteran (noun): 1. Defender of America and its freedom. 2. A patriot who shows great courage and bravery. 3. Knows that freedom is never free. 4. A hero to their country. Our final volunteering event as part of our “Three 3’s” program was taking the day to celebrate the very …Read More
On September 29th, the EP team headed to Arthur Ashe Stadium for the September company event. What was the event this time? The Bacon and Beer Classic! The setting was perfect, weather terrific, and more importantly, plenty of bacon! For 3 hours the team got to enjoy bacon …Read More
Article 517 of the NEC prescribes special electrical requirements for added safety and protection in Health Care Facilities. One way that this is accomplished is by the division of essential and non-essential electrical loads. The Essential Electrical System (EES) is required to be installed in Health Care …Read More
Throughout the month of September, the EP team broke up into 5 teams for an in office challenge. For 28 days, we have committed to taking at least 10,000 steps per day (or 40+ activities convert steps), in support of the Cerebral Palsy Alliance Research Foundation, whose …Read More
On August 20th 2018, our very own Chris Fiskaa took part in a benefit golf outing as another effort towards our Three 3's pledge! EP Engineering helped support USA Veterans by sponsoring the 5th hole, and a raffle prize at the Building Homes for Heroes 14th Annual Long …Read More
For our second volunteering event this year, the team headed to Monmouth County, NJ to team up with Habitat for Humanity for the day. Habitat is currently renovating an old home into a new facility for Lunch Break, a non profit which will use the location as …Read More
