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    Applied Thermal Engineering, Inc.
Specialists in Steam, Industrial Utility, Forensic Engineering & Training

RICK A. SMITH, P.E., PRESIDENT,  Applied Thermal Engineering, Inc. Smith has both practical and ATE-Inctheoretical knowledge of mechanical engineering, boiler operations and most ancillary utility operations. His years of service in the field (over 30) have provided excellent practical experience which has only solidified the theoretical knowledge he obtained in the classroom AND on the job. Always seeking solutions to problems, Smith is a meticulous and thorough researcher; has a succinct ability to write and speak; and is totally dedicated to safety. His dedication to educating others has allowed him the distinction of becoming an internationally known trainer. His clients and ‘students’ regard him as “entertaining” yet one who can and does readily convey the complexities of the field. Smith, a native of Central Ohio, studied at The Ohio State University, Ohio University and Purdue University.

His BSME from Purdue University was achieved while working in the Planning and Engineering Department at the University and shortly after his combat service in the United States Marine Corp (Viet Nam veteran). He has a non-thesis Masters of Engineering degree from The Ohio State University and worked in the OSU Utilities Department while completing that degree. Smith obtained his P.E. (Professional Engineer designation) in 1984. Smith is also a practicing Boiler Operator holding a 3rd Class Operators License (Ohio), an EPA Universal Certificate and a pilot license. Click in right margin to hear Smith explain a routine boiler process to one of his attorney clients.

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