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How ARM Group Helps Engineers Build Purpose-Driven Careers

Fri, 19 Dec 2025 15:06:02 GMT

People Behind the Projects: Kyle Johnson, P.E.

Kyle Johnson was an Environmental Systems Engineering student at Penn State University when he joined ARM Group’s Solid Waste team as an intern. That opportunity launched a career shaped by curiosity, collaboration, and purpose, qualities that continue to define Kyle’s impact more than nine years later.

As his career progressed, Kyle’s curiosity and drive to take on new challenges led him to broader responsibilities within the organization. Today, he serves as a Project Manager and is a licensed Professional Engineer in Pennsylvania, specializing in engineering design, permitting, and construction-phase services. Kyle has worked with a variety of clients, including landfills, natural gas operators, and solar developers. His career stands as a testament to ARM Group’s investment in nurturing talent from the ground up.

Kyle has evolved into a strategic partner on projects across Pennsylvania, Ohio, New Jersey, and West Virginia. He’s led design efforts for major landfill expansions, natural gas facility development, and slope stability evaluations. All projects that demand both technical expertise and collaborative problem-solving.

Reflecting on what drives him, Kyle shares, “I am motivated to help our team create the best work product possible for our clients while remaining conscious of budget and timeline. I am also motivated by pursuing opportunities to help our team grow and improve, both as individuals and as a group. ”

From designing 70-foot-tall MSE berms over historic waste sites to implementing novel stormwater solutions not previously permitted for Natural Gas sites, Kyle’s work shows how much can be achieved when individuals are empowered and supported within a strong, value-driven team.

Kyle embodies ARM Group’s Ownership Mentality, a mindset that drives team members to take initiative, think strategically beyond their roles, and contribute to the success of the whole organization. He’s gone beyond his day-to-day responsibilities to strengthen processes that help ARM Group’s team work more efficiently and deliver exceptional results for clients, ensuring both people and projects have what they need to succeed.

Supporting the Next Generation of Engineers

ARM Group remains committed to developing future engineers just like Kyle by investing early, offering hands-on experience, and supporting each individual’s journey toward their best self, professionally and personally.

Whether you're a student seeking your first internship or a recent grad ready to take the next step, ARM Group provides the mentorship, challenge, and purpose to help you thrive.

Click here to explore open opportunities and see how your story can begin.

Navigating Energy Infrastructure Upgrades: Smarter Solutions for Natural Gas & Next-Gen Projects

Fri, 10 Oct 2025 18:54:54 GMT

Utilities, manufacturers, and municipalities are under pressure to modernize energy infrastructure while balancing reliability, timelines, and regulatory compliance. From natural gas peaker plants and cogeneration facilities to small modular reactors (SMRs) and fuel cells, today’s projects demand specialized expertise across multiple disciplines.

Questions Energy Leaders Are Asking

Energy managers and industrial leaders are asking critical questions such as:

How do I permit a natural gas power plant?

What’s the feasibility of cogeneration for my facility?

What are the siting requirements for an SMR?

How can fuel cells be integrated into industrial operations?

The Industrial Challenge

Upgrading or developing transitional and next-gen energy systems requires precision. Delays in siting, permitting, or utility coordination can result in millions of dollars in lost revenue and threaten compliance. That’s why clients need a partner with the full suite of expertise under one roof.

At ARM Group, our engineers, geologists, and environmental specialists work side by side, without reliance on outside contractors, to manage every stage, keeping complex projects moving forward.

ARM Group’s Advantage

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Accelerating Renewable Energy Projects: How to Overcome Siting, Permitting, and Grid Challenges

Fri, 19 Sep 2025 18:38:28 GMT

The renewable energy market is booming, but developers face steep hurdles in siting, permitting, and interconnection. Whether it’s a solar farm or a geothermal system, the process can stretch for years without the right strategy.

Questions Renewable Energy Leaders Are Asking

As a renewable energy developer, you’re constantly navigating critical decisions that start with questions like:

How do I permit a solar farm?

What are the interconnection requirements for a wind project?

Which environmental compliance steps apply to hydropower development?

At the same time, growing demand for renewables is colliding with regulatory complexity, community engagement challenges, and grid congestion. These factors can quickly stall progress, and with investors, utilities, and municipalities, delays simply aren’t an option.

ARM Group’s Advantage

ARM Group helps developers and EPC firms de-risk their projects by offering end-to-end expertise:

Feasibility studies & siting analysis for solar, wind, hydro, geothermal, and bioenergy
Environmental reviews & permitting support to accelerate approvals
Civil & electrical design from site designs or substation layouts to turbine foundations
Grid interconnection planning & utility coordination to get projects online

By integrating technical, regulatory, and environmental support, ARM Group helps developers and EPC partners meet critical milestones.

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ARM Group’s New Gravity Meter Enables Advanced Subsurface Imaging for GeoEnvironmental Projects

Fri, 08 Aug 2025 20:14:04 GMT

Knowing what’s underground before you build is critical. ARM’s new Gravity Meter helps uncover what other tools can’t, saving clients time, money, and risk. The Gravity Meter enables us to measure subtle variations in the Earth’s gravitational field, which provides valuable insight to identifying subsurface conditions such as voids, faults, and variations in rock types and depth to rock. With this tool, ARM can provide our clients with a critical edge in site characterization and risk mitigation.

What Is a Gravity Meter?

A Gravity Meter, sometimes referred to as a gravimeter, is an ultra-sensitive instrument used to detect subtle differences in gravity from one point to another. These differences occur due to variations in subsurface mass and density, and ARM’s processing and interpretation of gravity datasets helps us assess subsurface conditions that may otherwise be hidden from view.

In practical terms, this means our Gravity Meter can detect evidence of underground conditions such as:

Sinkholes or voids that pose geotechnical risks
Buried karst-related features in limestone terrains
Spatial variations in bedrock elevation
Fracture zones, fault lines, or related zones of enhanced weathering
Heavy mineral deposits

The instrument works by measuring gravitational acceleration with extreme accuracy, typically down to microgals (one microgal = one millionth of a gal, where 1 gal = 1 cm/s²). These measurements are then analyzed alongside topographic and geologic data to create detailed models of what lies beneath the surface.

What Can a Gravity Meter Do for Your Projects?

Understanding what lies beneath your site is critical, whether you're planning a major infrastructure build, conducting environmental assessments, or remediating a brownfield. The Gravity Meter helps reduce uncertainty, minimize risk, and avoid costly surprises during excavation or construction.

Key benefits include:

Non-invasive data collection : Reduce the number of invasive exploration locations.
Efficient data collection : Gravity surveys are ideal for providing verification of anomalies detected by other geophysical methods and are useful in areas where site conditions may interfere with other geophysical methods.
Cost-effective early detection : Early identification of subsurface hazards prevents delays and change orders later.

This technology is particularly valuable for:

Civil infrastructure planning
Energy and utility projects
Land development in karst-prone areas
Environmental and geotechnical investigations and site assessments.

Why ARM Group?

ARM isn’t just one of the few firms with access to advanced gravity meter technology; we’re one of the only ones who pair it with a multidisciplinary team of engineers, geologists, and environmental scientists. Our strength lies in our broad suite of services, from Environmental Site Assessments to geotechnical evaluations and remedial design, ensuring clients get not just information, but a clear path forward.

ARM Group's comprehensive capabilities include:

High-resolution geophysical surveys
Geotechnical engineering
Mine & quarry support
Water resources development
Phase I and II Environmental Site Assessments
Risk-based remediation and regulatory compliance strategies
Compliance and permitting support and expert services
Construction-phase and post-development monitoring

Whether you're a developer assessing a brownfield site, a utility evaluating alignment alternatives, or a municipality managing complex subsurface risks, ARM delivers full-spectrum support from discovery through delivery.

Let's Talk

Do you want to learn how a gravity survey and other geophysical methods can strengthen your next project and minimize your potential risks? Get in touch with our geophysics team today. At ARM, we don’t just collect data, we deliver clarity below the surface.

ARM Group Rebrands Renewables Practice Area to ARM Energy & Power to Reflect Expanded Capabilities and Market Focus

Fri, 01 Aug 2025 12:00:08 GMT

[Hershey, PA – August 1, 2025] – ARM Group, a leading science and engineering consulting firm, announces the rebranding of its Renewables Practice Area to ARM Energy & Power (ARM E&P). This strategic move reflects the team’s evolution from a solar-centric operation into a fully integrated provider of energy and power engineering services across conventional and renewable technologies.

As the U.S. energy sector rapidly transforms to meet rising demand and grid modernization goals, ARM E&P serves as a trusted partner for utilities, developers, and infrastructure clients seeking comprehensive solutions for power generation, delivery, and design-build execution.

“The transition to ARM Energy & Power marks an exciting new chapter for our business,” said Dan Fellon, President of ARM Group LLC. “We’re building on a strong foundation in renewables to meet the evolving demands of the energy sector, from distributed energy resources to microgrids, while positioning our team to lead in delivering complex, integrated infrastructure solutions.”

Expanding with the Market

ARM E&P delivers full-scope engineering, permitting, and construction support services across three critical domains:

Power Generation

Including renewables, battery energy storage (BESS), natural gas and Cogen, fuel cells, hydrogen, and bioenergy.

Power Delivery

Covering substations, power studies, transmission and distribution systems, microgrids, smart grid controls, and automation (PLC/SCADA).

Design-Build:

End-to-end project execution from concept to commissioning, especially for solar, BESS, and substation projects.

Serving a Broader Client Base

ARM E&P works with a wide range of customers, including electric utilities, EPC firms, private energy developers, commercial and industrial clients, government agencies, and the growing sector of data centers and AI infrastructure operators.

The rebrand strengthens ARM Group’s positioning in key regional markets, opens doors to new partnerships, and enhances the firm’s ability to market and deliver multi-disciplinary projects through the synergy of civil, environmental, electrical, construction-phase, and automation engineering.

How Mentorship and Meaningful Work Shaped a Career at ARM Group

Fri, 11 Jul 2025 16:16:27 GMT

People Behind the Project - Wendy Pelky, P.E.
Vice President, Natural Gas Services – ARM Group

At ARM Group, leadership isn’t just a title; it’s a mindset built on trust, growth, and ownership. And Wendy Pelky, P.E., Vice President of Natural Gas Services is a great example of that.

Wendy’s story is more than a career path. It’s about how mentorship, hands-on experience, and a culture that invests in people helped her go from project engineer to executive leader, while bringing others along with her.

“ARM Group’s mentorship and collaborative culture helped me grow

into leadership,” Wendy says, “It’s a place where you’re both challenged and

supported to do your best work and keep learning.”

From Engineer to Executive: A Career Built with Purpose

After graduating from Penn State with a degree in Environmental Systems Engineering, Wendy launched her career in environmental consulting. She joined ARM Group in 2007, eager to work with clients facing complex environmental challenges.

Wendy’s career path progression

2007: Recruited as a Project Engineer focused on solid waste design, permitting, and construction management
2009: Promoted to Project Manager while applying her engineering experience to address the needs of ARM’s first natural gas clients.
2010: Began recruiting and mentoring new staff for the State College and newly established Canonsburg and Wilkes-Barre offices to meet the growing needs and pace of Appalachian natural gas development.
2011: Oversaw the leasing, buildout design, permitting, and renovation construction of a new State College office.
2014: Named State College Office Manager
2014: Promoted to Senior Engineer/Director of Construction Phase Services Manager after leading multi-site design and construction efforts throughout Pennsylvania and Ohio
2019: Joined the ARM Enterprises Board of Directors and was named Vice President of Natural Gas Services, overseeing major energy infrastructure portfolios and

Wendy now leads a team performing natural gas projects across Pennsylvania, West Virginia, and Ohio for a variety of public and private, upstream, midstream and downstream clients. Her work is technical but grounded in clear goals: environmental responsibility, client trust, and team growth.

Mentorship in Motion: Building the Next Generation

Wendy credits much of her growth to the guidance she received early on from senior leaders who didn’t just hand down knowledge; they involved her directly in big-picture thinking.

Now, she pays that forward every day.

In 2019, Wendy was part of a small team that created a coach-based Career Development System that would replace ARM Group’s historical annual review process. This system was designed to foster a people-first, relationship-based, forward-facing process for coaching staff throughout their career with ARM Group. Coaches help their direct reports map out a path to achieving their career aspirations and align those aspirations with the business plans of the Enterprise and their business unit through semi-annual goal setting. Wendy strongly believes all good things are rooted in supportive relationships.

“When you care about and support your team members,

they rise to and exceed the challenge.”

What Makes ARM Group Different?

While many companies talk about career growth, ARM Group builds it into the way work gets done. For Wendy, that came down to a few key differences:

Real project ownership: From early on, team members are trusted to lead site visits, coordinate with clients, and contribute to long-term planning, not just complete tasks.
Support without bureaucracy: In Wendy's own words, “ARM Group is unique in that it’s small enough to remain transparent and non-bureaucratic but it also includes a series of industry-leading experts to help mentor staff along the way. I always had someone listening to, teaching, and guiding me to where I wanted to go next.”
Cross-discipline collaboration: “One of the things that sets ARM Group apart is the ability to work alongside experts from many different practice areas. You’re not siloed here; you’re supported by a full team.”
It’s this balance, serious technical work, and impact with room to grow, lead, and mentor that has kept Wendy at ARM Group for nearly two decades.

Wendy’s journey is more than an individual success; it’s a reflection of ARM Group’s approach to building careers that matter. It shows what’s possible when technical challenges are matched with mentorship and opportunity.

“I’ve stayed at ARM because every year I’m doing something new. I’m solving problems for my clients, building things that last and impact communities, and

helping others grow into leaders. That’s incredibly rewarding.”

Your Next Step Starts Here

If you’re an engineer who wants to do meaningful work, lead with purpose, and be surrounded by people who believe in your growth, Wendy’s story is just the beginning.

Discover your path. Apply today .

Reclaiming Space and Energy

Fri, 27 Jun 2025 20:17:18 GMT

How Solar-Integrated MSE Berms Are Powering Change in Solid Waste Management

For solid waste facilities, space is always in high demand. Between landfill expansions, stormwater controls, and regulatory buffers, every square foot has a purpose—or at least, it should. But what if the very berms used for supporting your solid waste facility could also generate clean, renewable energy?

ARM Group’s patented solar-integrated mechanically stabilized earth (MSE) berm design offers a practical, sustainable solution for waste management facilities looking to do more with less. By mounting solar panels directly onto the face of MSE berms, without compromising their integrity, facilities can transform previously passive infrastructure into energy-generating assets.

A Smart Solution for a Space-Constrained Industry

Solid waste operations are under increasing pressure to reduce environmental impact while managing rising operational costs. Yet adding new solar arrays isn’t always simple; land is limited, regulations are tight, and site topography doesn’t always cooperate.

That’s where solar-integrated MSE berms come in. Whether you're building a new berm or retrofitting an existing one, this approach allows you to turn unused surfaces into solar power platforms, without taking up additional land.

How Solar MSE Berms Works

Our patented mounting system is engineered specifically for berm applications. Unlike traditional solar setups, the panels don’t have to match the slope of the berm. Instead, they’re spaced off the face and positioned at an optimal angle to capture sunlight effectively.

Key features include:

Cantilevered support system to hold panels securely and withstand wind loads
Internal stabilizers to distribute weight and minimize stress on the berm
Flexible positioning for maximum energy output

Why Solar MSE Berms Matter for Waste Facilities

Waste sites often face scrutiny for their environmental footprint. Incorporating solar into berms supports sustainability goals and may even align with regulatory incentives or renewable energy credits.

Benefits include:

Energy cost savings by offsetting on-site power use
Improved site utilization without sacrificing operational space
Enhanced public perception through visible investment in clean energy
Potential revenue streams from excess energy generation

And because the solar panels are integrated with structures you’re already building, the overall installation footprint and associated permitting are minimized.

Real-World Impact

From transfer stations to landfills and recycling centers, waste management facilities are finding creative ways to integrate renewables. ARM Group’s solar-integrated MSE berms offer a scalable, engineered approach tailored to the challenges of this industry.

Turn Your Berms into Energy Assets

Let’s talk about how ARM Group can help your facility unlock new value through smart solar integration.

Restoring Stability: Pipeline Replacement & Streambank Rehabilitation

Tue, 17 Jun 2025 12:56:31 GMT

Pipeline Geohazard Mitigation: ARM Group Stabilizes Streambanks and Replaces Exposed Natural Gas Line

A 6-inch steel natural gas pipeline became exposed in a stream due to continuous erosion, posing a risk to infrastructure integrity and environmental stability. To solve the problem, ARM Group assisted with the design and permitting for the replacement of a 115-foot section of the pipeline, reinforcing the nearby streambanks, which had started to erode and collapse. The team used advanced geotechnical engineering, ensured environmental compliance, and implemented infrastructure protection strategies to create a durable, long-term solution.

Click here to learn more about Pipeline Geohazards services.

Why Erosion Control and Pipeline Protection Matters

When nature starts to wear away at infrastructure, just swapping out a damaged section isn’t always the answer. Here, erosion didn’t just expose the pipeline – it also weakened the streambanks, making future failures a real possibility. By combining pipeline replacement with strategic slope stabilization, this project protects both energy infrastructure and the surrounding environment, preventing further degradation and ensuring regulatory compliance.

Client Benefits: Long-Term Pipeline Integrity and Environmental Compliance

ARM Group was able to tackle infrastructure challenges for our clients by focusing on:

Long-term infrastructure stability by addressing both immediate and future risks.
Minimized environmental impact through data-driven geotechnical engineering and regulatory expertise.
Compliance with state environmental regulations, streamlining the permitting process for sensitive areas.

Engineering Approach: Geotechnical Stabilization and Streambank Reinforcement

ARM Group implemented a multi-faceted engineering approach to resolve both the pipeline exposure and streambank failures, including:

Advanced Geotechnical Analysis – Soil sampling, laboratory testing, electrical resistivity (ER), and seismic geophysical methods provided a comprehensive understanding of subsurface conditions, allowing for a tailored stabilization approach that minimized environmental impact while ensuring structural integrity.
Streambank Stabilization – Engineered solutions were designed to prevent further erosion and support long-term resilience, ensuring the new pipeline remains protected.
Regulatory & Environmental Compliance – ARM Group developed a detailed Erosion and Sediment Control Plan and managed state environmental permitting applications to navigate the regulatory complexities of working within a sensitive stream environment.

Current Project Status: Pipeline Construction and Stabilization in Progress

Currently under construction, this project highlights ARM Group’s ability to deliver Precise. Responsive. Solutions. for critical infrastructure in environmentally sensitive areas.

Build smarter, stronger infrastructure with ARM Group. Contact us today!

ARM Group Enterprises Ranks on Zweig Group’s 2025 Hot Firms List

Fri, 06 Jun 2025 15:04:31 GMT

ARM Group Enterprises has been recognized as one of the fastest-growing architecture, engineering, and environmental consulting firms in North America, ranking #36 on Zweig Group’s 2025 Hot Firms List .

The Hot Firms List honors firms that have outpaced industry growth through a combination of revenue expansion and talent development. But for ARM Group Enterprises, this recognition means more than numbers.

“Our growth is rooted in our culture,” said Bryan Wehler, President & CEO of ARM Group Enterprises. “We empower our teams to think like owners, act with integrity, and prioritize people – clients, partners, and one another. This mindset is what drives our success.”

ARM Group Enterprises’ Ownership Mentality encourages employees to:

Own their commitments
Focus on quality
Drive growth
Think like owners
— all while upholding our Core Values such as putting People First , being Integrity Driven , and Collaborative .

Headquartered in Hershey, PA, and with 17 offices throughout the Mid-Atlantic region, ARM Group Enterprises is the parent company of ARM Group LLC,  ARM EnerTech Associates , and   ARM CAMCO .  Together, these companies seamlessly deliver a full spectrum of civil/environmental, electrical/automation, and technical field services for clients across a wide range of markets, including Solid Waste, Energy, Development & Construction, Industrial & Manufacturing, Water, Mine & Quarry, and Transportation markets.

From field services to engineering design, ARM Group Enterprises continues to deliver Precise. Responsive. Solutions. across the energy, environmental, and infrastructure sectors.

Click here to learn more about ARM Group’s services .

Join the momentum and grow with a top-ranked firm. Apply today.

ARM Group Supports Tradepoint Atlantic’s Expansion to Howard County

Thu, 29 May 2025 16:53:48 GMT

Helping Power Maryland’s Industrial Future

“Our job is to help clients identify and address potential environmental liabilities early, so projects like this can move forward safely and on schedule,” said Eric Magdar, Vice President of Environmental Services at ARM Group. “It’s always rewarding to support development that brings long-term value to the region.”

Construction is expected to begin in 2026, with the first phase scheduled for completion later that year.

Learn more about ARM Group’s Environmental Due Diligence Services .

Geotechnical Borehole Imaging at Emsworth Lock and Dam

Mon, 19 May 2025 16:42:21 GMT

Supporting lock chamber design on the Ohio River with borehole geophysical logging, subsurface data, and structural analysis for long-term navigation infrastructure improvements.

ARM Group completed critical borehole geophysical logging and imaging work as part of a geotechnical subsurface investigation at the Emsworth Lock and Dam in Pittsburgh, PA. Using portable borehole imaging tools, the team measured the depth and orientation of fractures and bedding planes in over 40 geotechnical boreholes that were drilled in the river with a barge-mounted drilling & logging system. This work was part of the design phase for a new lock chamber at the Emsworth navigation facility, supporting safe and reliable navigation on the upper Ohio River.

Why This Project Matters for Regional Navigation and Infrastructure

Emsworth Locks and Dams is maintained by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Pittsburgh District, helping to keep river traffic moving along the Ohio River. Located just downstream of Pittsburgh, the Emsworth Dam creates the navigation pool for the city. Built in 1919, these are the oldest locks on the Ohio River, and upgrades are needed to keep them operating smoothly for years to come.

What ARM Group’s Borehole Imaging Means for Our Clients

ARM’s borehole imaging work helped geotechnical engineers gather key geological information needed for the design of the new lock chamber. Accurate subsurface data helps clients make informed decisions about construction and long-term stability.

How Borehole Geophysical Logging and Imaging Works in a Riverine Environment

By using borehole imaging technologies, ARM measured rock fractures and bedding planes beneath the riverbed. This information will help with the planning and design of improvements that will support river navigation and the movement of cargo from Pittsburgh to destinations around the world.

Need geophysical logging and imaging for your next project?

Contact ARM to learn how we can help.

Smart, Space-Saving Solutions for Waste Facilities

Wed, 30 Apr 2025 20:00:51 GMT

Maximizing Land Use with MSE Berms

In the world of waste management, stability, efficiency, and space optimization are non-negotiable. Whether you're planning a new landfill cell or upgrading a transfer station, the structures you build need to perform—and last.

What if the berms you’re already building could help you save space, cut costs, and meet regulatory goals—all at once?

That’s where mechanically stabilized earth (MSE) berms come into play.

What Are MSE Berms and Why Do They Matter?

MSE berms are engineered structures that combine compacted earth with reinforcement (typically geogrids) to create a stable, steep-sided embankment. For waste facilities, they offer a smart, space-saving solution that supports both operational goals and regulatory requirements.

Why Use MSE Berms?

Unlike traditional earth berms or natural slopes, MSE berms are designed to retain earth at much steeper angles—meaning they take up less horizontal space while still offering the same (or better) structural support. For solid waste facilities, that translates into more usable land for operations, waste placement, or expansion.

How MSE berms benefit waste facilities:

Maximize Land Use
By building vertically, MSE berms allow facilities to conserve valuable site area. This is especially important for land-constrained sites or urban operations.
Support Landfill Expansions
MSE berms are frequently used to raise landfill grades or create containment structures for new disposal cells. Their engineered design provides long-term stability, even under heavy loads.
Cost-Effective and Durable
Compared to cast-in-place retaining walls or concrete structures, similar to what is seen along highways, vegetated MSE berms often require less material and labor, and can be built using onsite soils when appropriate or alternative backfill materials.

Key Applications at Waste Sites:

Perimeter Containment : Create physical boundaries for landfills with minimal space impact.
Roadway and Access Support : Elevate haul roads or access ramps without compromising slope stability or requiring significant footprint.

Design Considerations

Every site is different, and MSE berm design needs to account for factors like:

Soil type and compaction
External loads (e.g., waste mass, vehicles)
Drainage and water management
Seismic considerations
Longevity and maintenance needs
Site access requirements

Isn’t it time your infrastructure worked a little harder for your site?

ARM Group is here to work closely with clients to develop custom MSE berm designs that meet both performance goals and regulatory requirements. Our team brings together geotechnical, civil, and environmental expertise to ensure each berm is not only structurally sound but also optimized for the realities of your site. Click here to learn more about our services .

Get More Life out of Your Facility
Whether you’re building new infrastructure or improving existing operations, MSE berms offer a proven, flexible solution for waste management facilities. Contact ARM Group to explore how our engineered berm designs can support your next project.

ARM Group Enterprises Marks Major Milestone on ENR Top 500 List

Mon, 28 Apr 2025 20:10:14 GMT

Hershey, PA – 4/28/2025 — ARM Group Enterprises is excited to announce it has ranked on the list of 2025 Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top Design Firms in the United States. Since debuting at No. 498 in 2018, ARM Group Enterprises has shown consistent and sustainable growth, advancing more than 200 places over seven years to reach No. 292 this year.

ENR annually ranks the Top 500 U.S.-based design firms based on total revenue. ARM Group Enterprises' advancement in the rankings highlights the company’s continued expansion across its diverse service lines and markets.

"This milestone reflects the hard work of our talented team and the trust of our clients. We are proud of how far we’ve come and excited for what’s ahead."
— Bryan Wehler, PE, PG, CEO and President of ARM Group Enterprises

Headquartered in Hershey, PA, and with 17 offices throughout the Mid-Atlantic region, ARM Group Enterprises is the parent company of ARM Group LLC, ARM EnerTech Associate s , and ARM CAMCO . Together, these companies deliver a full spectrum of civil/environmental, electrical/automation, and technical field services for clients across a wide range of markets, including Solid Waste, Energy, Development & Construction, Industrial & Manufacturing, Water, Mine & Quarry, and Transportation markets.

ARM Group Named to Pittsburgh Business Times’ 2025 List of Top Environmental Firms

Tue, 22 Apr 2025 19:46:32 GMT

Celebrating our team's hard work and continued impact in the environmental field

Want to work with us? Click here to discover Careers with ARM Group Enterprises .

People Behind the Projects: Lauren Parker, Project Geologist II

Fri, 18 Apr 2025 18:51:16 GMT

Driven to Make a Difference

Meet Lauren Parker, G.I.T., Project Geologist II!

When Lauren joined ARM Group’s Environmental team five years ago, she was looking for more than just a job. As a recent graduate with both a Bachelor of Science and Master of Science in Geology from the University of Alabama, Lauren wanted a career that blended hands-on fieldwork with analytical problem-solving—that’s exactly what she found at ARM Group.

“I wanted a career in an environmental field that allowed me to work both outside and inside the office. Every day, I feel proud knowing that my work contributes to protecting the environment and helping clients make environmentally conscious decisions.”

Bringing Environmental Solutions to Life

As a Project Geologist II, Lauren collects groundwater samples, oversees well installations, and analyzes site conditions. Her work helps ensure projects are safe, sustainable, and compliant with industry regulations.

One of Lauren’s most notable projects is her work at Tradepoint Atlantic , North America’s largest brownfield redevelopment site. Performing environmental site investigations and conducting groundwater events are critical to the cleanup process. her work includes monitoring well installation oversight, groundwater sampling, soil and vapor characterization, and detailed data analysis and reporting, all of which help shape remediation strategies and ensure compliance with regulatory standards.

Working closely with the Maryland Department of the Environment and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, Lauren helps navigate complex environmental regulations, contributing to the successful transformation of the site. Her expertise and desire to help make a difference has supported the redevelopment of Tradepoint Atlantic into a thriving logistics hub, now home to major companies such as Under Armour, Amazon, FedEx, BMW, The Home Depot, and Floor & Decor.

Making an Impact at ARM

Lauren makes a real difference every day by helping clients understand environmental risks and implement sustainable solutions. She’s part of a team that shapes the future of land use and development.

“I wanted a job that challenged me and allowed me to contribute in a tangible way. At ARM, I get to do just that.”

Want to Join the Team?

At ARM Group, we’re not just solving environmental challenges, we’re building careers. If you’re looking for hands-on experience, career growth, and the opportunity to make a real impact, we want to hear from you.

Emergency Response: Identifying and Mitigating Petroleum Vapor Intrusion at an Active Gasoline Station

Fri, 11 Apr 2025 19:56:56 GMT

Nottingham, Maryland

The Solution

Over the following months, ARM worked closely with the client and MDE to implement remedial measures to prevent continued vapor intrusion.

To evaluate subsurface conditions, ARM developed an investigation plan, which included:

Installation and sampling of indoor and outdoor vapor monitoring points and sampling of indoor air.
Installation and sampling of nine monitoring wells to assess soil and groundwater conditions.
Use of sonic drilling technology to minimize surface disruption while improving sampling efficiency.
Real-time data analysis to guide remediation strategies.
Regulatory coordination with MDE to ensure compliance and site safety.

The subsurface investigation was implemented in March 2025.

The Outcome

The remediation efforts allowed the gasoline station to resume operations within a timely manner with MDE approval. Following data analysis, ARM will develop a long-term monitoring and corrective action plan based on investigation findings, ensuring continued compliance and environmental safety.

Key Services Provide:

Emergency Response & Vapor Intrusion Mitigation
Regulatory Compliance & Agency Coordination
Subsurface Investigation & Groundwater Assessment
Sonic Drilling for Minimal Site Disruption
Remediation Planning & Monitoring

ARM Group has a proven track record of emergency response success, delivering Precise. Responsive. Solutions. that help clients maintain operations while addressing environmental challenges.

Click here to learn more about our environmental & emergency response services.

New EPA WOTUS Guidance – What It Means for Your Projects

Mon, 17 Mar 2025 17:20:44 GMT

The EPA and Army Corps have released new WOTUS guidance to align with the Supreme Court’s Sackett v. EPA decision—impacting how jurisdictional waters are defined.

For more details, explore the official EPA press release here: Waters of the United States | US EPA

If your project involves wetlands, streams, or Clean Water Act permitting, these changes could affect compliance requirements.

Need guidance? ARM Group can help. Contact us to discuss how this impacts your projects.

ARM Group Enterprises Inc. Named a Top Engineering Firm by the Pittsburgh Business Times

Mon, 24 Feb 2025 20:45:59 GMT

Hershey, PA - February 24, 2025

Navigating the Updated 2024 PAG-02 General Permit

Tue, 11 Feb 2025 16:07:58 GMT

What’s New in the 2024 PAG-02 General Permit

Affected Landowner Consent: Downstream property owners are now in the position of having to sign off on a project prior to your project completion. This includes the detailed analysis of site stormwater discharge to waters of the commonwealth.
New Property Owner Notification Form: Property owners have increased responsibility to transfer the responsibility of maintaining and operating stormwater controls at time of sale.
Confirmation Testing for Infiltration: Post-construction testing is required when the infiltration area has not been protect and/or when an E&S BMP will be converted for infiltration purposes. This is testing we are used to completing prior to design. DEP is now requiring it to be completed post-construction to prove it has been installed correctly.

How ARM Group Can Support You

ARM Group has a proven track record of helping clients stay compliant with stormwater regulations. Our team has completed the necessary training to stay informed about the upcoming changes, ensuring we are fully prepared to support your needs.

We’re uniquely equipped to help you meet the updated PAG-02 requirements.

Phase I and II Environmental Site Assessments and Environmental Studies : Our in-house environmental scientists can complete all necessary studies.
Geotechnical Investigations: Our in-house professionals can provide the necessary site investigations and testing before and after construction.
Civil Design Team : Our in-house professionals can guide your project through all design phases, taking your schematic design and obtaining all necessary land development approvals.
End-to-End Support : As you can see, from pre-construction planning to post-construction monitoring, we’ll be with you every step of the way.

The 2024 PAG-02 updates are an opportunity to improve your stormwater management approach while ensuring compliance with the latest regulations. Don’t let these changes slow you down—ARM Group is here to help.

Let’s work together to keep your projects on track and environmentally responsible.

Contact us today!

How Bats and Forested Riparian Buffers Work Together

Fri, 18 Oct 2024 17:50:54 GMT

Celebrating #BatAppreciationMonth and #RiparianBufferMonth

October is a great time to highlight two important environmental topics: bats and riparian buffers! You might be wondering—how are they connected?

Riparian buffers, which are forested areas along streams and rivers, provide essential habitats for bats, especially species that have experienced significant population declines. Bats play a crucial role in ecosystems by naturally managing insect populations, but many are now vulnerable due to habitat destruction, disease, and other environmental pressures.

These buffers don’t just benefit bats—they help improve water quality by filtering pollutants, stabilize temperatures in aquatic environments, prevent erosion, and create habitats for a variety of wildlife, including the bats we recognize this month.

At ARM Group, our Natural Resources team is actively working to protect and enhance these critical areas. By conducting bat surveys, assessing habitats, recommending riparian plantings, and ensuring compliance with environmental regulations, we are committed to supporting the ecosystems that both bats and humans rely on.

Learn more about our commitment to conserving these natural resources: Natural Resources .

ARM Group Named One of the Best Places to Work in Pennsylvania

Mon, 14 Oct 2024 15:46:50 GMT

HERSHEY, PA — ARM Group is proud to announce our recognition as one of the 2024 Best Places to Work in PA! Awarded by the Central Penn Business Journal and Lehigh Valley Business in partnership with the Best Companies Group, this prestigious honor reflects ARM Group’s dedication to fostering a dynamic workplace culture that promotes collaboration, career growth, and delivering cutting-edge, high-quality technical solutions to clients.

“We are incredibly proud of this recognition, and we believe it reflects our core value of putting people first,” said Bryan Wehler, CEO of ARM Group. “The great attitudes of our teammates and their willingness to go the extra mile are a big part of what makes us successful. As we continue to grow, we are always looking for talented individuals who share our values and commitment to caring about our clients and one another, while providing exceptional service.”

For more information about career opportunities, visit www.armgroup.net/careers .

About ARM Group Enterprises

ARM Group Enterprises Inc. is the parent company of ARM Group LLC, ARM EnerTech Associates, and CAMCO. Headquartered in Hershey, PA, ARM Group Enterprises is a premier science and engineering consulting firm offering comprehensive services in civil and environmental engineering, electrical and automation, and technical field services. ARM Group Enterprises is comprised of nearly 300 teammates in 17 offices across 6 states within the Mid-Atlantic region and is repeatedly recognized as an ENR Top 500 Design Firm and Top 200 Environmental Firm.

ARM Group LLC Announces Acquisition of Taylor GeoServices (TGS)

Tue, 03 Sep 2024 10:16:56 GMT

For Immediate Release:

September 3, 2024 – Hershey, PA

ARM Group LLC (ARM Group), a leader in engineering and environmental consulting, is proud to announce the acquisition of Taylor GeoServices (TGS), a renowned provider of environmental and geological consulting services. This strategic acquisition enhances ARM Group’s service offerings and expands its reach within the Pennsylvania and Mid-Atlantic regions.

TGS brings a wealth of expertise in various areas, including hydrogeology, environmental site assessments, soil and groundwater remediation, landfill services, public water supply, water resource studies, land planning assistance, GIS, geothermal, stormwater management, and mapping services.

The acquisition aligns with ARM Group’s vision to provide comprehensive, innovative solutions to its clients. TGS’s corporate office in Newtown Square, PA will now operate under the ARM Group umbrella.

Dan Fellon, P.E., President of ARM Group, expressed his enthusiasm about the acquisition, stating, "We are excited to welcome Taylor GeoServices to the ARM Group team. Their culture and ownership mentality align perfectly with ARM’s values, complementing our existing capabilities and enhancing our ability to serve our clients while driving continued success in the industry."

TGS’s staff will continue to provide services under ARM Group. The focus on maintaining strong client relationships and delivering superior results remains a top priority.

About ARM Group LLC

ARM Group LLC (an ENR Top 500 Engineering Design Firm) is a full-service science and engineering consulting firm that employs over 200 people, specializing in environmental services, waste management engineering, geotechnical engineering, hydrogeology & water resources, electrical & mechanical engineering, automation & control systems, renewable energy, natural resources, geophysics, and shale resource development.

Contact:

ARM Group LLC
1129 West Governor Road
Hershey, PA 17033
Phone: (717) 533-8600
Email: info@armgroup.net

Impacts of PFOA & PFOS Designations as Hazardous Substances Effective July 8th

Tue, 02 Jul 2024 14:53:13 GMT

PFAS Designated as Hazardous Substances

Over the past two months, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (“EPA”) has announced significant new rules regarding PFAS in the environment, including the adoption of new PFAS drinking water standards and the designation of some PFAS as hazardous substances. The rules are creating wide-ranging impacts.

On May 8, 2024, the EPA published in the Federal Register its Final Rule designating PFOA and PFOS as hazardous substances under the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act (“CERCLA”). The rule becomes effective on July 8 ^th .

New PFAS Drinking Water Standards

On April 10 ^th , the EPA announced new maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) for six PFAS compounds in drinking water.

MCLs for PFOA and PFOS = 4.0 parts per trillion (ppt).
MCLs for PFHxS, PFNA, and HFPO-DA (GenX) = 10 ppt
For mixtures of two or more of PFHxs, PFNA, HFPO-DA, and PFBS: Hazard Index = 1

Significant Impacts of These Rules

Cleanup Standards: Many States have adopted 4.0 ppt as a Cleanup Standard for PFOA and PFOS in groundwater.
Due Diligence & Phase I Environmental Assessments: At a minimum, PFOA and PFOS liabilities must be considered in ASTM Phase I and Phase II ESAs.
Cost Recovery: EPA will be able to pursue cost recovery claims against Potentially Responsible Parties for PFAS cleanups. Also, as always, private parties may seek contribution or cost recovery from Potentially Responsible Parties (PRPs), including only minor contributors.
Natural Resource Damages: States may pursue Natural Resource Damages from responsible parties.
Release Reporting: A release of PFOA or PFOS exceeding its reportable quantity is required to be reported to the National Response Center.

Additional PFAS Considerations:

Investigation Derived Wastes (IDW) : Management of these wastes has now become much more difficult and expensive.
Dewatering of Excavations : Groundwater pumping and discharging to the ground surface or storm sewers could lead to unexpected liabilities.
NPDES Stormwater Permits : Some facilities and construction sites will need to manage PFAS in their stormwater runoff.

These are some of the more immediate concerns related to environmental site assessments and remediation. There are many other PFAS issues related to public water suppliers, PFAS waste management, landfills, POTWs, municipal sludge application sites, and community right-to-know reporting, to name a few. And the list will continue to grow as the regulations continue to expand.

ARM Group is here to support you!

ARM Group’s scientists and engineers have been working with landfills, water suppliers, attorneys, developers, lenders, business owners, municipalities, regulators and more to help address their PFAS challenges. And we would be glad to assist you with any questions or issues that you may have.

ARM Proudly Sponsors the 27th Annual Coaches vs. Cancer Penn State Golf Tournament

Fri, 24 May 2024 19:33:48 GMT

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Media Contact:

Danielle Krebs

Marketing Manager
ARM Group
(717) 500-5654

dkrebs@armgro up.com

ARM Proudly Sponsors the 27th Annual Coaches vs. Cancer Penn State Golf Tournament

State College, PA – May 24, 2024 – ARM is excited to sponsor the annual Coaches vs. Cancer (CVC) Golf Tournament, hosted by CVC-Penn State on May 30th and 31st. CVC-Penn State is a collaborative program between the Penn State Men’s Basketball team and the American Cancer Society (ACS), directed by ARM’s VP Wendy Pelky. This year marks the 27th anniversary for this high-class, highly anticipated event. To date, CVC has raised more than $4.2 million for the ACS, $690,000 of which has been granted to the Bob Perks Cancer Assistance Fund and distributed directly to cancer patients in the Centre Region. For the past 17 years, ARM employees and business partners have golfed in and volunteered at this annual tournament in support of the local fight against cancer.

The two-day event begins Thursday night with a Sponsor/Captain Welcome Reception at Medlar Field at Lubrano Park, featuring high-end hors d’oeuvres, entertainment, and the conclusion of an online auction, which will raise additional funding. Not only is this reception the highlight of the 2-day golf tournament, but it truly is the must-attend Spring Gala in the region. ARM is proud to once again be the Presenting Sponsor of this year’s Sponsor/Captain Welcome Reception.

On Friday, ARM and its distinguished guests will be among more than 400 golfers swinging clubs in support of the annual cancer fight during the five-man 18-hole scramble tournament at the Penn State Blue and White Golf Courses. An awards dinner at Beaver Stadium will cap off the tournament events.

CVC-Penn State’s year-round fundraising efforts assist in providing life-saving patient services to cancer victims in State College and surrounding Central Pennsylvania areas, as well as fund local and national cancer research. Please visit the Coaches vs. Cancer webpage, as well as the online auction website, to find out how you can join ARM in supporting the fight against cancer.

Relevant Links:

www.cvcpennstate.org

About ARM

ARM Group provides a wide range of engineering, environmental, and energy solutions designed to meet the needs of clients in various industries. With a focus on sustainability and innovation, ARM is committed to delivering high-quality services that promote environmental stewardship and operational excellence. t

Tired of Rising Electricity Cost? Take Action Now!

Thu, 09 May 2024 15:43:09 GMT

How Investing in Solar Can Protect Your Business's Bottom Line.

Invest in Solar Today and Protect Your Business from Increasing Electrical Costs.

In recent years, the cost of electricity has dramatically increased. The Wall Street Journal states that since January 2021, U.S. electricity prices have surged by 29.4%, nearly 50% more than the rate of inflation. For business owners, this trend presents a pressing challenge, as it directly impacts operational expenses and bottom lines.

However, amidst this challenge lies an opportunity to control your own destiny, freeing businesses from the uncertainties of grid-based electricity.

ARM Group offers tailored solutions to help businesses transition from utility dependence to producing their own electricity and saving money.

Some reasons why businesses are transitioning to clean energy include:

About ARM Group

ARM Group, a nationally recognized, full-service engineering firm, helps businesses navigate the transition from fossil fuel dependence to clean energy. From initial concept through construction and operation, ARM Group is there every step of the way!

Call us today to explore how ARM Group can assist your business in transitioning toward energy independence.

ARM Group's Impact at Confluence Discovery Park

Fri, 26 Apr 2024 15:47:29 GMT

We're thrilled to announce our latest environmental efforts at the Confluence Discovery Park project in Indiana, PA.

The recent release of the Indiana University of Pennsylvania annual report has underscored ARM Group's role, positioning the ongoing environmental efforts as a foremost priority for 2024.

Our team members, Charles Burger, P.G. and Matt Harding, both distinguished Indiana University of Pennsylvania (IUP) alumni, have been integral in propelling this project forward with their expertise and dedication.

The report recognizes ARM Group's comprehensive analysis of the environmental landscape surrounding the project area. From addressing intricate technical obstacles to navigating regulatory complexities, our team has remained steadfast in its efforts to assist with the goals and vision of the CDP 2030 Master Plan.

Our environmental summary report, presented in December 2022, provided invaluable insights into the project's status and outlined actionable strategies for future development. We take great pride in contributing to the revitalization of brownfield land. We hope to see the transformation of these lands into a dynamic, multi-purpose space that serves as a gateway to both the university and the broader Indiana community.

We extend our gratitude to IUP, the Confluence Discovery Park Arboretum Committee, and all stakeholders for their trust in ARM Group to assist them in their vision. You can read more about the Confluence Discovery Park in the Allegheny Arboretum at Indiana University of PA Annual Report .

For those seeking assistance with similar projects or initiatives, call 717-533-8600 .

ARM Group Excels in Central Penn Business Journal Rankings

dkrebs@armgroup.net (Danielle Krebs) — Wed, 27 Mar 2024 20:09:28 GMT

In a recent survey conducted by Central Penn Business Journal, ARM Group Enterprises was ranked the #2 Engineering Firm in Central Pennsylvania.

Hershey, PA, 3/25/2024 - ARM Group Enterprises (ARM) proudly announces its outstanding performance in the latest rankings by the Central Penn Business Journal . Following a recent survey, ARM has emerged as a standout performer, securing the 2nd position of Engineering Firms in Central Pennsylvania. This recognition underscores ARM's ongoing commitment to excellence in delivering cutting-edge engineering services and first-in-class service to our valued clients. Through a relentless dedication to quality, responsiveness, and continuous improvement, ARM has solidified its position as a leader in the industry.

"We are thrilled to receive this recognition from the Central Penn Business Journal," said Bryan Wehler, CEO at ARM Group Enterprises. "This acknowledgment is a testament to the hard work and dedication of our outstanding team of dedicated professionals, who consistently deliver Precise, Responsive, Solutions to our loyal clients."

ARM extends its gratitude to the Central Penn Business Journal for acknowledging our efforts and achievements. The company also expresses sincere appreciation to its dedicated team for their unwavering commitment to excellence and support of our strategic plan.

To stay informed about ARM Group's latest updates and developments, interested parties are encouraged to join the mailing list today.

About ARM Group Enterprises:

ARM Group Enterprises is a premier science a nd engineering consulting and technical services firm, comprising ARM Group LLC, ARM CAMCO, and ARM EnerTech Associates. Our comprehensive services span civil/environmental, electrical/automation, and technical field service domains, serving the vibrant Mid-Atlantic region and beyond.

PADEP Finalizes Trenchless Technology Guidance: ARM Group's Role in Advancing Sustainable Practices

dkrebs@armgroup.net (Danielle Krebs) — Wed, 28 Feb 2024 19:55:31 GMT

PADEP's Trenchless Technology Guidance and ARM Group's Environmental Leadership

The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (PADEP) has recently announced the finalization of the Trenchless Technology Guidance, a significant milestone in advancing sustainable practices in the state. Published in the Pennsylvania Bulletin and effective on February 24, 2024, this guidance document outlines the crucial steps and options to consider when proposing to use a trenchless technology installation method on any portion of a project.

Click here to access the resource through DEP’s eLibrary.

At the forefront of this initiative is ARM Group, a significant contributor to the development of the guidance document. ARM Group played a pivotal role in shaping the policies and procedures outlined in the guidance. ARM was invited by the PADEP Secretary to join the HDD Stakeholder Workgroup due to our specialized expertise in geophysics, karst terranes, and horizontal directional drilling (HDD). This invitation underscores ARM Group's dedication to driving positive environmental change. Collaborating with other stakeholders, this joint effort paved the way for a more sustainable future in Pennsylvania.

Penn Tech Spring Career Fair - February 27

Thu, 22 Feb 2024 21:56:36 GMT

Calling all Wildcats! ARM will be at the spring career fair!

Ready to leverage your engineering degree at a leading environmental science and engineering consulting firm? Join Emily Hennessey, PHR and Hailey Heverly, Recruiter along with Alumni Kyle Mostik, E.I.T. and Josh from ARM at the Penn College of Technology Career Fair Tuesday, February 27th from 10:00am-4:00pm in the Bardo Gym and Field House.

ARM Group is seeking talented individuals who are committed to making a difference in their work, communities, and beyond. Explore internship and post-graduate opportunities with increasing responsibilities and accelerated career growth across our three divisions and 16 offices in the Mid-Atlantic region. Take the first step towards an exciting career with ARM!

ARM Group goes to Global Waste Management Symposium

Thu, 22 Feb 2024 21:41:27 GMT

The annual Global Waste Management Symposium is in Indian Wells, California from February 25-28, 2024.

Join ARM Group's Dan Fellon, P.E., Ben Allen, P.E., and Jason Laub, P.E. at the Global Waste Management Symposium in Indian Wells, CA, February 25-28. ARM is proud to be a Tabletop Plus sponsor of GWMS, North America's premier conference for waste management research and case studies. Stop by ARM's exhibition booth to meet Dan, Ben, and Jay, and learn about the services and solutions ARM can provide for your projects. See you there!

First Energy Doubles ACT 129 Rebate for PA Solar Projects

Thu, 08 Feb 2024 14:15:39 GMT

ARM Group's Comprehensive Support for Your Renewable Energy Projects

First Energy has recently doubled its ACT 129 rebate for solar projects , offering an increased incentive from $0.05/kWh to $0.10/kWh for applications submitted by 3/29/24. This one-time rebate, capped at 50% of project costs up to $500,000, presents a compelling opportunity for those venturing into solar initiatives within First Energy's territory.

More information on how to apply can be found at https://www.energysavepa-bizsolutions.com/segment-solar .

How ARM Group's Renewable Energy Services Can Help You:

ARM Group stands ready to support your solar project by offering turn-key services that go beyond conventional civil and environmental engineering firms. We assist clients early on by providing detailed financial analyses, modeling, and return on investment evaluations to ensure the viability of the project and to maximize rebates and incentives. Using our comprehensive in-house approach, we then take the project from initial due diligence to civil and electrical design, permitting, and construction, which ensures an efficient and seam less journey from project inception to final commissioning.

Contact ARM Group today to take your project from concept to reality!

Tim Williams
Director of Growth

Phone: 717-508-0568
Email: twilliams@armgroup.net

Prepare for Regulatory Updates to Aboveground Storage Tanks In West Virginia

Wed, 17 Jan 2024 17:27:36 GMT

Stay Ahead: ARM Group's Guide to Preparing for Regulatory Updates on Aboveground Storage Tanks

Evolving regulations relating to aboveground storage tanks (ASTs) might impact your tank management. Count on ARM Group for assistance!

In the dynamic landscape of legislative changes, being proactive is key to maintaining smooth operations. At ARM Group, we understand that the recent updates to aboveground storage tank (AST) regulations may have an impact on your tank management. Our team is here to guide you through the evolving legislative landscape, ensuring compliance and efficiency in your tank operations.

Keeping You Informed

Last summer, the Department of Health & Human Resources of West Virginia made significant updates to mapping information provided to the West Virginia Department of Environmental Protection (WVDEP). These changes specifically pertain to areas used for Level 1 and Level 2 tank tier determination. As your trusted partner, ARM Group is well-versed in these legislative revisions, ready to assist our clients in navigating through these changes seamlessly.

ARM Group's AST Services

Our comprehensive AST services are designed to provide AST owners and operators with top-notch technical support. We take pride in our team of experienced and knowledgeable professionals who ensure that your tanks are not only compliant but operate efficiently and successfully.

Connect with Scott for Expert Guidance

For more information on how ARM Group can assist you in navigating legislative updates and ensuring the compliance of your AST operations, reach out to our dedicated Project Manager, Scott Milchak.

Scott M ilchak
Project Manager
Phone: 814-996-4418
Email: smilchak@armgroup.net

At ARM Group, we're not just your consultants; we're your partners in success.

Stay compliant, stay efficient – choose ARM Group for your AST needs.

Collecting Samples

Fri, 25 Aug 2023 16:47:11 GMT

ARM Group’s Anthony Critelli collecting moisture content readings & soil samples

Earlier this month, ARM Group’s Anthony Critelli was collecting moisture content readings and soil samples in order to calibrate the gauge specific to this stockpile during construction. ARM is providing prequalification sampling and conformance testing in preparation for full-time CQA during the construction of a new cell later this year at Apex Landfill.

#CQA #PreciseResponsiveSolutions

Curious visitors at our State College office

Thu, 24 Aug 2023 19:59:57 GMT

Our State College office was blessed with some curious visitors.

Sometimes we go to the outdoors...and sometimes it comes to us!

#fawn #deer #wildlife #naturevisits #funphoto #PreciseResponsiveSolutions

Peer Recognition: Andrew Reese & Kyle Mostik

Wed, 23 Aug 2023 19:53:19 GMT

Andrew Reese and Kyle Mostik have been recognized for their quality of work, dedication, and responsiveness

ARM Group is proud to announce that Andrew Reese and Kyle Mostik have been recognized for their quality of work, dedication, and responsiveness in their current relationship with a valued client. At a recent event, a handful of this client’s staff had very positive things to say about ARM, our work, responsiveness, their happiness with the relationship, and other upcoming work that they want us to be a part of while specifically mentioning the enjoyable relationships with Andrew and Kyle.

Thank you both for your efforts and for upholding ARME core values!

#problemsolving #resourceful #yourock #proud #gratefulforyou #teamwork #employeerecognition

#PreciseResponsiveSolutions

SWANA Region 6 Conference

Tue, 22 Aug 2023 19:50:47 GMT

ARM Group’s Jason Laub, P.E. and Craig Schriner, P.E. and ARM Resource’s Bob Hundley, P.E. attend SWANA Region 6 Conference

ARM Group’s Jason Laub, P.E. and Craig Schriner, P.E. and ARM Resource’s Bob Hundley, P.E. will be exhibiting at the 2023 SWANA Region 6 Conference August 29 - September 1. The bi-annual conference is being held at the Hyatt Regency in Greenville, SC. Join Jay, Craig, and Bob where they will be looking forward to the opportunity to speak with fellow professionals and industry leaders to discuss the expansive landfill and recycling services that ARM can provide. Don’t miss the chance to connect with Bob while he participates in the Golf Outing at The Preserve at Verdae and Craig as he attends the YP Event at Roost. Both events are being held on Tuesday, August 29.

#solidwaste #conference #midatlantic #lfplanning #pfas #lfg #lfequipment #liquidsmanagement #recycling #energy #PreciseResponsiveSolutions

ARM Group welcomes Tyler Barry

Mon, 21 Aug 2023 20:06:48 GMT

ARM Group adds a new Staff Engineer in Hershey, PA office

ARM Group would like to welcome Tyler Barry! Tyler is joining us as a Staff Engineer based in the Hershey, PA office in the Solid Waste Practice Area. He is a recent graduate of Penn State with a B.S. in Civil Engineering. Tyler has previous intern experience and worked as a Certified Engineering Technician where he measured, cored and tested the density of asphalt and soils for major projects. Tyler was active in the PSU Chapter of ASCE, first serving as the Special Events Chair and most recently as President of the Chapter. He was both a dancer and Financial Chair of THON, among other volunteer organizations that he participated in during his collegiate career. In Tyler’s free time, he enjoys watching movies, spending time with his girlfriend, visiting friends and loved ones, cooking, traveling, and staying up to date with the local ASCE chapter.

#civilengineering #PSU #welcome #HersheyPA #PreciseResponsiveSolutions

Women’s Energy Network Happy Hour

Fri, 18 Aug 2023 19:57:21 GMT

ARM Group was happy to host a local Women’s Energy Network Happy Hour last evening at Titan Hollow in Bellefonte. It was great to catch up with local/regional friends while spreading the word about WEN Susquehanna.

#WEN #WomenInEnergy #WomenLeaders #OilAndGas #PreciseResponsiveSolutions

Peer Recognition: Thomas Palank & Sarah Lowe

Thu, 17 Aug 2023 19:51:46 GMT

Thomas Palank and Sarah Lowe have been recognized for their hard work and putting in extra hours

ARM Group is proud to announce that Thomas Palank and Sarah Lowe have been recognized for their hard work, putting in extra hours each week for the past 2-3 months while working on multiple projects simultaneously. Tom and Sarah have showed versatility and resourcefulness in dealing with the wide range of tasks, and have also been training newer staff. Thank you both for keeping up such positive attitudes and a great teamwork environment, with everyone willing to pitch in to help out!

#resourceful #versatile #yourock #proud #gratefulforyou #teamwork #employeerecognition #PreciseResponsiveSolutions

ARM Group 25th Year Anniversary

Wed, 16 Aug 2023 19:47:23 GMT

ARM Group was fortunate to celebrate 25 years of growth and success on Thursday August 10th at our Headquarters Office in Hershey. Luckily, the rain held out, and we were able to enjoy beautiful weather, delicious food and fantastic company. We are very excited to be celebrating 25 years of partnerships that have helped ARM Group grow and become the company we are today! We had a great time reflecting on the past 25 years and taking a peek into the future. Special thanks to all that helped make this event possible!

#Preciseresponsivesolutions #25years #silveranniversary #Anniversarycelebration

ARM Group is seeking a Marketing Manager

Mon, 14 Aug 2023 19:35:09 GMT

Do you enjoy a fast-paced environment with lots of diversity in your day to day? ARM Group Enterprises Inc. (ARME) is seeking a self-driven, creative, and energetic Marketing Manager to support our three companies, ARM Group LLC, ARM EnerTech Associates, LLC, and ARM CAMCO LLC. Learn more at ARMGroup.net/careers.

#marketing #marketingmanager #Hiring #PreciseResponsiveSolutions #HersheyPA #CanonsburgPA #StateCollegePA #WestChesterPA #LehighValleyPA

Peer Recognition: David Mooney & Melissa Replogle

Wed, 09 Aug 2023 19:28:15 GMT

David Mooney and Melissa Replogle have been recognized for their collaboration on a renewable energy project

ARM Group is proud to announce that David Mooney and Melissa Replogle have been recognized for their collaboration on a recent Phase I ESA for a renewable energy project. Shortly after the client received the Phase I ESA report, they responded and provided great recognition of the team's work, as follows: "That's one of the nicest, most well-written, and complete Phase I Reports I've seen in a long time. Excellent product!!!!!"

#responsible #yourock #proud #gratefulforyou #teamwork #employeerecognition #PreciseResponsiveSolutions

ARM Group welcomes Joel Daniel, P.G.

dkrebs@armgroup.net (Danielle Krebs) — Thu, 03 Aug 2023 15:35:55 GMT

ARM Group welcomes Senior Project Manager Joel Daniel, P.G. to the Geophysics Group

ARM Group would like to welcome Joel Daniel, P.G.! Joel is joining us as a Sr. Project Manager in the Geophysics Practice Area and is based in the Hershey, PA office. Joel has extensive experience in geophysical survey planning, field operations, data reduction and processing, interpretation and giving presentations at technical conferences and to clients. Joel graduated from Virginia Tech with a B.S. in Geology and Old Dominion University with a M.S in Geological Sciences. He has recently relocated from Virginia to the Hershey/Harrisburg area.

When Joel is not working, he enjoys watching movies, traveling, running, biking, and reading.

#geophysics #Geologist #VT #ODU #welcome #HersheyPA #PreciseResponsiveSolutions

ARM Group LLC is excited to announce that it has acquired Resource International Ltd., based in Ashland, Virginia. Resource International, Ltd.

dkrebs@armgroup.net (Danielle Krebs) — Wed, 02 Aug 2023 17:56:08 GMT

Resource International, Ltd. (RI) will become “ARM Resource” and is comprised of approximately 25 talented engineers, surveyors, scientists and support staff specializing in civil/environmental engineering, surveying, and environmental consulting.

In addition to building upon the strong reputation and client relationships RI has been fostering since 1979, this acquisition will enable ARM to further expand our Solid Waste , Renewable Energy, Geo-Environmental, and other key practices into the Virginia market. The acquisition will also enable ARM to better serve its Mid-Atlantic customers while providing additional capacity and resources across the combined organization.

Mr. Mike Fiore, P.E. founded RI and will serve as the Regional Office Manager and Principal Engineer for ARM Resource. Mr. Fiore has more than 40 years of consulting engineering and leadership experience. Mr. Scott Courtney, P.E., will lead ARM Resource’s Civil & Survey Practice Area, while John Bartenstein, P.L.S., will head up the Surveying Service Group.

We are proud to welcome the team members of Resource International into the ARM family!

ARM Group welcomes Anthony Critelli

Fri, 30 Jun 2023 13:18:26 GMT

ARM Group adds a new Field Technician in Canonsburg, PA

ARM Group would like to welcome Anthony Critelli! Anthony is joining us as a Field Technician and is based in the Canonsburg Office where Zach Wisniewski will serve as his mentor. Anthony has 12+ years of experience in the Oil and Gas industry. Most recently, he was employed as a Field Service Technician delivering equipment and performing preventative maintenance and service on equipment on job sites. Prior to that, he held a position as a Well Tender where he was responsible for rebuilding, replacing, and repairing equipment while onsite and tending wells to maximize production. Over his career, he has held positions such as Pump Operator and Snubbing Operator. Anthony is a graduate of Point Park University and University of Pittsburgh.

In Anthony’s free time, he enjoys Pittsburgh sports, attending live music events, and spending time at the gym.

Peer Recognition: Craig Schriner

Thu, 29 Jun 2023 13:13:15 GMT

Project Manager, Craig Schriner, P.E., is recognized for stepping up and taking over client and projects for previous project manager

ARM Group is proud to announce that Craig Schriner has been recognized by Wade Anundson for stepping up to assume the role of project manager and construction manager on a recent client project. He did a very good job of taking over for the previous project manager. Craig communicated effectively with the Township and all stakeholders to keep the design and construction moving smoothly and his project schedule was used effectively to keep everyone on task, including contractors, the customer, and the ARM team. Craig gained the confidence of the team and is setting ARM up for the next project with the Township.

Thank you, Craig, for being a resourceful and versatile member of the ARM Team!

ARM Group welcomes Mackenzie Kile

Mon, 26 Jun 2023 17:50:18 GMT

Solid Waste Intern, Mackenzie Kile, joins ARM Group for the summer

ARM Group would like to welcome Mackenzie Kile! Mackenzie will be joining us as a Summer Staff Engineering Intern assigned to the Solid Waste Practice Area and will be based in the Jessup Office. Bill Prendeville will serve as her mentor. Mackenzie is a recent graduate from Bucknell University with a degree in Environmental Engineering and four years of Division 1 athletics experience. She will be continuing her education in the fall, pursuing a Master’s Degree and continuing her athletic career.

When Mackenzie is not working or studying, she enjoys running, fishing, reading, and playing with her two dogs Angus and Grizzly.

ARM Celebrates Women in Engineering

Fri, 23 Jun 2023 18:00:15 GMT

June 23rd is National Women in Engineering

Today ARM Group is celebrating International Women in Engineering Day. These women are a part of the small percentage (about 15%!) of women in engineering. We are fortunate enough to have them building a brighter future so our women of today can inspire women of tomorrow. ARM Group appreciates these ladies and we are proud to have them to be a part of their engineering journey!

Senior Project Manager Charlie Burger's Pee Wee Summer Baseball League Wins Major Division Championship

Thu, 22 Jun 2023 19:08:20 GMT

ARM's Charlie Burger, P.G. coached the winning team in the Holidaysburg Area Summer Baseball League.

ARM Group was proud to be a sponsor of the Hollidaysburg Area Summer Baseball League (HASBL) this year. Congratulations to Hite's Garage and Coach Charlie Burger, P.G. (ARM Senior Project Manager) for bringing home the 2023 Pee Wee Major Division Championship!

Peer Recognition: Rory Farester-Hohl

Wed, 21 Jun 2023 19:14:30 GMT

Project Engineer, Rory Farester-Hohl, is recognized for working independently and keeping on task with no oversight needed.

ARM Group Enterprises (ARME) is proud to announce that Rory Farester-Hohl has been recognized by Kyle Johnson for his exceptional contribution through independent action and commitment. Recently, Rory demonstrated perfectly the impact of the distinction we at ARM make between an Employee/Coach and Employee/Manager relationship and the value it brings to the team. For a project involving field work for a Natural Gas client Rory kept up with onsite inspection logs without ever being asked to do so. He knew what needed to be done and kept doing it independently, even when no one was asking or looking. This mentality brought value to our team and let us shine in front of an important client. Thank you, Rory, for all your hard work and being a great resource to your colleagues!

ARM Group welcomes Sam Mosholder

Tue, 20 Jun 2023 19:31:57 GMT

The Hershey Office welcomes their newest Engineer

ARM Group welcomes Sam Mosholder! Sam is joining us as a Staff Engineer assigned to the Solid Waste Practice Area and is based in the Hershey, PA office. Bill Prendeville is serving as his mentor. Sam has recently graduated from Bu cknell University with a Bachelor’s in Civil Engineering and serves in the PA National Guard. His previous internships have been with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Headquarters as a Cadet Intern in the Engineering Internship Program and with the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) in the STAMPP program, surveying waterway features along roadways.

Congratulations to Sam for recently being commissioned as a second lieutenant into the engineer corps!

ARM Group welcomes Alex Foster

Tue, 20 Jun 2023 00:39:04 GMT

The Renewable Energy Team gets a hand from Alex for the summer

Please welcome Alex Foster to ARM Group! Alex is joining us as a Summer Civil Engineering Intern assigned to the Renewables Practice Area and is based in the Hershey, PA office. Kyle Mostik is serving as his mentor. Alex has recently completed his Junior year at L afayette College, where he is majoring in Engineering with a Concentration in Environment and Energy. Previously, he has interned with R.W. Sullivan Engineering as a Plumbing/Fire Protection Engineering Intern. When Alex is not working or studying, he enjoys golfing, cheering on Boston sports teams, and traveling.

ARM Group is a sponsor of the 2nd Annual Poochella Festival

Sat, 17 Jun 2023 00:43:59 GMT

ARM Group is excited to be sponsoring the 2nd Annual Poochella, this Saturday June 17th 4pm-7pm at the Humane Society of Harrisburg Area! Break out your tie-dye, bell bottoms, and flower crowns for a one-of-a-kind music festival. It’s not too late to attend or donate to help save the lives of animals in the Harrisburg area! https://humanesocietyhbg.org/out.../annual-events/poochella/

ARM Group welcomes Ian Shull

Thu, 15 Jun 2023 20:01:29 GMT

The Columbia Maryland Office welcomes their newest Geologist

ARM Group would like to welcome Ian Shull! Ian is joining us as a Staff Geologist assigned to the Environmental Practice Area and is based in the Columbia, MD office. Eric Magdar is serving as his mentor. Ian has recently graduated from Dickinson College with a Bachelor’s in Earth Sciences, Environmental Geoscience concentration. He previously interned at BL Companies as an Environmental Intern and worked at Dickinson College in a GIS Lab Staff position.

When Ian is not working, he enjoys playing Ultimate Frisbee.

ARM attends and sponsors VA Brownfield Conference

Thu, 15 Jun 2023 19:05:06 GMT

Tim Williams was in Danville, VA for the Annual Brownfield Conference at the Institute for Advanced Learning & Research

ARM Group was pleased to exhibit and sponsor the 2023 Virginia Brownfields Conference in Danville, VA. ARM Group’s Tim Williams is attending numerous brownfield discussions as well as enjoying networking opportunities to share ideas and experiences with other attendees. Thank you to the Virginia Department of Environmental Quality for setting up this event as well as the Institute for Advanced Learning and Research for hosting.

ARM attends and sponsors SWANA/MRN Mid-Atlantic Annual Conference

Tue, 13 Jun 2023 18:25:46 GMT

ARM Group's Craig Schriner, Bill Prendeville and Dan Fellon attend the event in Ellicott City, MD

Craig Schriner, Bill Prendeville, and Dan Fellon were pleased to exhibit for ARM Group at the MRN/The Solid Waste Association of North America SWANA Mid-Atlantic Annual Conference this week at the Turf Valley Resort Conference Center in Ellicott City, MD.

Craig did a wonderful job moderating during the Effective Safety Training Programs: Design & Implementation session of the conference. We are very proud to have such skilled and dedicated professionals as a part of the ARM Group family.

Nature Find: Project Engineer comes across fawn

Mon, 12 Jun 2023 18:57:19 GMT

Rory Farester-Hohl finds fawn hiding in the tall grass

ARM Group’s Rory Farester-HohI, E.I.T happened across this fawn during an E&S Inspection. The tall grass along the slopes of well pads such as this make a great location for deer to hunker down, though Rory said he can’t imagine it would be very peaceful with the project noise.

ARM Group welcomes Roy Dunn

Tue, 06 Jun 2023 18:47:29 GMT

Natural Gas Intern, Roy Dunn, joins ARM Group for the summer

ARM Group welcomes Roy Dunn who has joined us as a Summer Staff Engineering Intern assigned to the Natural Gas Practice Area and will be based in the State College Office. Kyle Johnson will serve as his mentor and coach. Roy has just finished his sophomore year at Penn State in University Park, where he is studying Civil Engineering.

In Roy’s free time, he enjoys snowboarding, hiking, and hunting.

ARM sponsors and participates in 26th CVC Golf Tournament at Penn State

Mon, 05 Jun 2023 18:43:18 GMT

ARM Group is a Perennial Sponsor of this American Cancer Society Event at The Penn State Golf Courses.

ARM Group was proud and honored to be a 16-year sponsor and participant of the 26th Annual Penn State Coaches Vs. Cancer Golf Tournament at the Penn State Golf Courses. CVC works with the American Cancer Society to bring hope, help fund research, and provide direct support to those battling the disease through local programs like the Bob Perks Cancer Assistance Fund.

Congratulations and thank you to ARM Group’s Wendy Pelky, Tessa Antolick, and the rest of the CVC Committee for putting this, and other wonderful events, together in association with Mike Rhoades and Penn State Basketball.

Together, as a team, we will win the fight against cancer!

ARM Group welcomes Elijah Cincinnati

Wed, 31 May 2023 18:17:29 GMT

Natural Gas Intern, Elijah Cincinnati, joins ARM Group for the summer

Please welcome Elijah Cincinnati to ARM Group! He is joining us as a Summer Staff Engineering Intern assigned to the Natural Gas Practice Area and is based in the Canonsburg, PA office. Michael Ameel will serve as his mentor and coach. Elijah has just finished his sophomore year at Gannon University in Erie, PA where he is studying Environmental Engineering.

When Elijah is not studying or working, he enjoys playing soccer and golf.

ARM Attends the 25th Annual Federation of NY Solid Waste Associations Conference with Trade Show

Wed, 31 May 2023 18:13:54 GMT

ARM's Jay Laub and Robbie Sochovka travel to Bolton Landing, NY.

ARM Group’s Jay Laub and Robbie Sochovka were in attendance at the 25th Annual Federation of NY Solid Waste Associations Conference with Trade Show being held at The Sagamore Resort in Bolton Landing, NY. This Solid Waste Association of North America conference offered three full days of technical sessions and expert speakers putting a spotlight on responding to climate change, emerging PFAS contamination, operational optimization and many various other solid waste and recycling topics and trends

ARM Group welcomes Tsunami Sharmba

Tue, 30 May 2023 18:06:21 GMT

Mine & Quarry Intern, Tsunami Sharmba, joins ARM Group for the summer

ARM Group welcomes Tsunami Sharmba! Tsunami has joined us as a Summer Staff Engineering Intern assigned to the Mine and Quarry Practice Area and is based in the State College Office. Brian Bonner is serving as her mentor and coach. Tsunami has just finished her Senior year at Penn State University in University Park and will be returning in the fall to attend graduate school to further her skills in Energy and Mineral Engineering. Her major is in Environmental Systems Engineering with a Minor in Watersheds and Water Resources.

When Tsunami is not studying or working, she enjoys drawing, rock climbing, and is a volunteer firefighter at Alpha Fire Company.

Peer Recognition: Jason Yaple

Fri, 26 May 2023 17:57:00 GMT

Project Coordinator, Jason Yaple, is recognized for being a great resource during the transition for ARM Brickhouse

ARM Group Enterprises (ARME) is proud to announce that Jason Yaple has been recognized by Paul White for being resourceful and versatile. Recently, ARME acquired Brickhouse Environmental and Paul expressed how ‘impressed we are all with the work Jason is doing to help get us up to speed on the project setup process. Not only is he extremely knowledgeable, but his patience is impressive, and his work ethic is off the charts.’ Thank you, Jason, for all your hard work and being a great resource to your colleagues!

Nature Find: Staff Scientist finds fox pups

Thu, 25 May 2023 17:52:53 GMT

Three curious fox pups were out during an E&S Inspection

ARM Staff Scientist Jeff Gleason came across 3 fox pups during a recent E&S inspection. It’s almost certain that mom was around somewhere. Jeff was sure to take his photo from afar and leave this furry threesome be on their way. Thanks for sharing, Jeff!

Peer Recognition: Scott Milchak

Tue, 23 May 2023 17:47:07 GMT

Project Manager, Scott Milchak, is recognized for his hard work as Safety Committee Chairman.

ARM Group Enterprises (ARME) is proud to announce that Scott Milchak has been recognized for accepting the challenge of assuming the role of ARME Safety Committee Chairman in January. Since he has taken on that role, Scott has consistently demonstrated professionalism, integrity, resourcefulness, a positive attitude, and an ownership mentality. Scott has also taken the lead in transitioning our Job Safety Assessment (JSA) process from paper to an App-based platform through the provider selected by ARME.

Scott does an excellent job of running the ARME Safety Committee monthly meetings, he develops the agenda, leads the discussions, stays on track, provides meeting minutes, and solicits feedback from all offices and ARME companies.

Congrats to Scott Milchak for a tremendously successful start as ARME's Safety Committee Chairman and thank you!

ARM Participates in SWANA'S Road-E-O

Mon, 22 May 2023 19:37:52 GMT

The Solid Waste Association of North America's Mid-Atlantic Region held it's annual Road-E-O at Cecil County Central Landfill

Last Friday ARM Group’s Freeman Fisher and Craig Schriner had a great time volunteering at the 2023 Solid Waste Association of North Americ a 's (SWANA) Mid-Atlantic Regional Road-E-O at Cecil County Central Landfill in Elkton, MD! This event promotes skill and safety and provides operators of solid waste collection and landfill equipment an opportunity to showcase their skills, and Freeman and Craig are judging the obstacle courses for specific types of landfill equipment. Contestants operate various solid waste collection trucks and landfill equipment on different courses in the field and are scored according to their proficiency.

ARM & CAMCO attends PA Renewables Summit 2023

Mon, 22 May 2023 17:15:43 GMT

The 9th Annual PA Renewable Summit was held in Camp Hill, PA at the Penn Harris Hotel

ARM Group’s Bryan Wehler, Steve Greer, Dan Long, Andrew Reese and ARM CAMCO’s John Hatfield and Sam Morello were pleased to attend the 9th Annual PA Renewables Summit 2023 at the P enn Harris Hotel in Camp Hill, PA! This summit is hosted by the Renewables Work for PA (RW4PA) Coalition, the PA Solar & Storage Industries Association (PASSIA), and the PA Solar Center and provides great networking opportunities with renewable industry professionals. We appreciate the opportunity to discuss important issues concerning the renewables market in PA.

ARM Participates in CBICC Annual Golf Outing

Fri, 19 May 2023 14:08:16 GMT

Wendy Pelky & Steve Greer golfed with friends and colleagues at Mount View Country Club

Today is the 2023 Annual Golf Outing hosted by the Chamber of Business & Industry of Centre County (CBICC). ARM Group’s Wendy Pelky and Steve Greer joined in the fun along with friends and colleagues Justin Weaver of Weaver Contracting and Rob Boulware of Seneca Resources Company, LL C . Together they enjoyed a day of golf, networking, and friendly competition at the Mountain View Country Club in Boalsburg, PA.

ARM Attends PBEx Event

Thu, 18 May 2023 14:42:18 GMT

Nicole Strike & Steve Greer attends the Corporate Rooftop Business Reception

ARM Group’s Nicole Strike and Steve Greer were pleased to attend The Pittsburgh Business Exchange's (PBEx) Corporate Rooftop Business Reception! It was a great evening of networking and enjoying the beautiful Pittsburgh views! Thank you PBEx for organizing a great event and JLL for hosting.

ARM Group welcomes Zack Noah

Wed, 17 May 2023 14:32:29 GMT

Marketing Intern, Zack Noah, joins ARM Group for the summer

Please welcome Zack Noah, our summer Marketing Intern that will work out of our Canonsburg office. Zack is currently a student at Duquesne University where he’s majoring in Digital Marketing and Analytics with a double minor in Professional Selling & Marketing and Sports Marketing. He comes to us with an interest in developing and analyzing results of marketing campaigns, as well as experience in video creation and editing. We are excited to introduce Zack to the environmental consulting and engineering world and allow him to gain experience to help develop his career and interests in Marketing. Welcome Zack!

ARM Attends LVCC Young Professionals Event

Fri, 12 May 2023 14:04:34 GMT

Shawn Cox and Tom DaCosta attend the 3rd Annual Cornhole Tournament

Shawn Cox and Thomas DaCosta represented ARM Group as they attended the Lehigh Valley Chamber of Commerce (LVCC) Young Professional’s 3rd Annual Cornhole Tournament yesterday afternoon. All donations raised from the tournament benefit the Young Professionals Scholarship Fund.

Tom and Shawn both had a blast, “We didn’t win but we had a fun time playing and networking”!

Nature Find: Project Engineer finds Killdeer clutch

Tue, 09 May 2023 17:21:03 GMT

Rory Farester-Hohl found eggs during E&S inspection

Project Engineer Rory Farester-Hohl was out in the field when he spotted a clutch of Killdeer (Charadrius vociferus) eggs. According to the Cornell Lab of Cornell University, these birds get their name from the shrill, wailing “kill-deer” call they give that is far-carrying and common to hear after dark. Killdeer often nest near human development such as parking lots, bare gravel. Adults perform broken-wing display in show of injury and make a distress call to distract / lure predators from their nests and young. Generally, Killdeer like to live in vegetation no taller than one inch. You can find Killdeer near water, but unlike many other shorebirds, they are also common in open, dry areas. Nests are in shallow depression on the ground so just watch where you’re walking as these eggs are only 1.5”. Great find Rory!

ARM Group earns a spot on the ENR survey for the 5th year in a row!

Fri, 05 May 2023 19:22:35 GMT

ARM Group earns a spot on the Top 500 Design Firm List, again!

For the fifth year in a row, ARM Group has been named as an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm.

“ARM Group’s success and recognition is made possible by our team’s dedication to our clients, technical excellence, and teamwork”, said Bryan Wehler, P.E., P.G., President and CEO.

“For a firm that was founded by two people 25 years ago in small town Hershey, Pennsylvania, it’s incredible to be recognized nationally alongside the heavyweights in the industry. It’s truly a testament to the growth mindset and ownership mentality of our gifted and devoted team, and we’re very excited about where we’re headed in the next 5-10 years.”

ARM Group wants to thank its wonderful clients and partners who give us the opportunity to provide Precise. Responsive. Solutions. to help them achieve their business goals.

ARM Group welcomes Jesse Stoner

Thu, 04 May 2023 19:26:32 GMT

CAD Designer Jesse Stoner joins the Natural Gas team

Please help us welcome Jesse Stoner, Senior Designer, to ARM Group. Jesse will be working out of the Hershey Office. Jesse comes to ARM with 16 years of experience working in CAD, as well as IT. He has experience with civil site layout and grading, designing water and wastewater facilities, architectural plans, electrical schematics, railroad design, 3D printer design and production, and landfill and landfill gas design and monitoring activities. In his free time Jesse likes to brew beer, woodwork, and hike. We are excited to have Jesse onboard!

Chris Ritchie Promoted to ARME IT Manager

Mon, 01 May 2023 19:30:28 GMT

ARM's Chris Ritchie is promoted to head of ARME IT.

lease help us congratulate Chris Ritchie on the promotion to IT Manager of ARM Group Enterprises Inc. (ARME)! Since joining ARM Group in February 2018, Chris has demonstrated his untiring dedication to ARM’s IT infrastructure, data management, and security, while prioritizing employee cyber-education, best management practices, and day-to-day customer service. Chris’ attentiveness makes such a difference in the success of our company daily. Thank you, Chris, for all your hard work!

ARM Group Volunteers at ACUA's 31st Annual Earth Day Festival

Mon, 24 Apr 2023 17:37:21 GMT

ARM Group sponsored and volunteered at Atlantic County Utilities Authority's Earth Day Festival on Saturday.

ARM Group was pleased to sponsor and attend ACUA - Atlantic County Utilities Authority (ACUA)’s 31st Annual Earth Day Festival this weekend! ARM’s Ben Allen volunteered at the festival directing traffic. Thank you, Ben, for your commitment to giving back to our local communities while showing appreciation for our planet on Earth Day!

ARM Volunteers at SCMUA's Earth Day Event

Fri, 21 Apr 2023 17:45:06 GMT

Ben Allen, P.E., and Tom DaCosta Volunteered their time at Sussex County Municipal Authority's Annual Earth Day Event

To help celebrate Earth Day, ARM’s Benjamin Allen, P.E. and Thomas DaCosta volunteered at the Sussex County Municipal Utilities Authority’s (SCMUA) 16th Annual Earth Day event. Presentations were provided throughout the day to over 250 5th and 6th graders explaining how landfills work. We hope that our presentations will help future generations fulfill ARM’s mission of applying science and engineering to leave the world better than we found it.

ARM Group Sponsors and Attends APA Happy Hour & Clay Shoot

Thu, 20 Apr 2023 17:17:50 GMT

ARM attended The Appalachian Pipeliners Association (APA) event in Hunting Hills, WV.

ARM Group was pleased to sponsor and attend the Appalachian Pipeliners Association (APA) happy hour at Whitehorse Brewing and clay shoot at Hunting Hills in WV. Thank you to the APA for hosting another great event!

Solid Waste's Michael Olson Earns Promotion

Wed, 19 Apr 2023 12:42:29 GMT

Michael Olson, E.I.T. is Promoted to Project Engineer I

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Kendra Knopp E.I.T. promoted to Project Engineer I

Mon, 17 Apr 2023 17:23:42 GMT

Environmental Engineer Kendra Knopp is promoted to Project Engineer I

ARM Group is excited to announce the promotion of Kendra Knopp, E.I.T. to Project Engineer I within ARM Group’s Environmental Services practice area. Since joining ARM 2+ years ago, Kendra has displayed an exceptional work ethic, desire to learn, and willingness to jump in on any project to ensure we are providing Precise. Responsive. Solutions to our clients. Over this period, she has gained significant experience with stormwater management plans, erosion and sediment control, groundwater, soil gas, indoor air and landfill gas monitoring, construction quality assurance, and Phase I/II ESAs. Keep up the great work Kendra!

Don't make a costly mistake by failing to comply to noise ordinances!

Mon, 17 Apr 2023 17:10:10 GMT

ARM Group can help you stay compliant!

Facilities that produce high sound energy levels are not only in danger of violating municipal zoning ordinances, but can also pose a health risk to those nearby and could cause distress to local residents. Failure to comply with local ordinances could have undesirable consequences, including costly fines, enforcement of extensive noise mitigation techniques, and result in poor community relations. Our team of engineers and technical experts can help verify compliance with municipal noise ordinances. For more information, contact Scott Milchak , Project Manager.

Bill Seaton, P.G., PhD, Presents to Students at Kutztown University of Pennsylvania

Fri, 14 Apr 2023 18:36:38 GMT

The Geophysics Society of Kutztown University welcomed Bill Seaton to speak in an ongoing series of seminars.

The Geophysics Society of Kutztown University of Pennsylvania (GSKU) welcomed ARM Group’s William Seaton as a guest speaker during an ongoing series of seminars. Bill presented on “Groundwater Exploration in Thrust Faulted Carbonate Terranes using Geophysical Techniques”.

ARM’s team of licensed engineer, geologists, environmental scientists and other specialized experts welcome the opportunity to speak at your college or university to help prepare students for a career in their perspective fields and foster relationships with talented, energetic individuals as future colleagues.

Eric Magdar Speaks to Students at Penn State

Wed, 12 Apr 2023 13:52:48 GMT

Vice President and Senior Geologist Eric Magdar, Practice Area Leader of Environmental Services, Speaks to Students at Penn State University - University Park.

ARM Group welcomes the opportunity to engage with students in their classrooms at @pennstate University this month. ARM’s Eric Magdar, P.G. took time last week in class CE 476 Solid and Hazardous Wastes to discuss the “Remediation of Chlorinated Solvents in a Complex Geologic Setting”. Eric’s talk helped to make a connection between the student’s classroom learning and real-world experience while cultivating a relationship between PSU students and faculty.

ARM's team includes top licensed civil, geotechnical, environmental, structural, and electrical engineers (PEs) and geologists (PGs), as well as environmental scientists, hydrologists, biologists, geophysicists, and other specialized experts.

We welcome the opportunity to speak at your college or university as well in hopes to prepare students for a career in their perspective fields and foster relationships with talented, energetic individuals to add to ARM’s multitude of professional engineers and scientists.

Charlie Burger, P.G. Promoted to Senior Project Manager

Thu, 06 Apr 2023 19:25:12 GMT

Please help us congratulate Charlie Burger, P.G. on his promotion to Senior Project Manager! Since joining ARM in 2014, Charlie has provided outstanding service to our clients and has played an integral part of the continued growth of our environmental practice area in Pennsylvania.

Charlie has over 18 years of professional experience in environmental due diligence, environmental cleanup and assessment, and hydrogeology with project experience throughout the U.S. Northeast and Mid-Atlantic Regions. His experience includes environmental site characterization; soil, surface water, groundwater, and air media sampling; site remediation; hydrogeology, water supply drilling, aquifer testing; and emergency spill response.

Congrats Charlie and keep up the great work!

Bryan Wehler Joins Dave Anderson on The Solar Podcast

Wed, 05 Apr 2023 14:29:11 GMT

Bryan Wehler, P.E., P.G., talks about turning waste to megawatts

Bryan Wehler, P.E., P.G., President & CEO was recently on the Solar Podcast with Dave Anderson to discuss some of ARM’s exciting solar projects, including the 18 MW Annapolis Landfill Solar Project. The podcast is available on Apple Podcast and Spotify. Be sure to check it out!

ARM Group is Session Break Sponsor of the Annual SWANA NJ Spring Conference

Mon, 03 Apr 2023 18:29:01 GMT

ARM will be attending and is a sponsor of SWANA's New Jersey Spring Conference on April 27 - 28th in Atlantic City.

ARM Group is proud to be a Session Break Sponsor at the Annual SWANA NJ Spring Conference scheduled for April 27-28 at the Golden Nugget Casino & Hotel in Atlantic City, NJ. This conference brings together organizations and leaders such as ARM’s Jay Laub and Ben Allen. Take this opportunity to discuss with Jay and Ben the solutions ARM Group can offer to your daily challenges and future needs in the solid waste and recycling industries

ARME Acquires Brickhouse Environmental

Fri, 31 Mar 2023 13:30:34 GMT

ARME is excited to welcome Brickhouse Environmental to the family!

ARME is pleased to announce that it has acquired Brickhouse Environmental, an environmental consulting firm based in West Chester, Pennsylvania. The acquisition will allow us to provide ARME’s valued customers with a broader range of services to an expanded footprint, which will now include the Greater Philadelphia area.

Brickhouse Environmental (Brickhouse), founded in 1977, has a 40+ year history of providing technical excellence and superior customer service resulting in an outstanding industry reputation for providing intelligent and cost-effective solutions to a broad range of clients throughout the Mid-Atlantic Region. Brickhouse’s experienced team of geologists, engineers, soil scientists, water resource specialists, and related technical experts support the achievement of their clients’ goals by providing the following environmental consulting services: environmental due diligence and compliance, site remediation, environmental permitting, solid waste engineering, hydrogeology and water resources, and expert witness and litigation support.

We are extremely happy to have Brickhouse join the ARME family of companies!

Matt Bixler and Neil Peter's Attend the 33rd Annual Environment Virginia Symposium

Wed, 29 Mar 2023 14:46:19 GMT

Matt Bixler gives presentation on the Mount Airy Greenway Monitoring Study at Virginia Military Institute's Environment Virginia Symposium.

ARM Group’s Matt Bixler and Neil Peters are attending the 33 ^rd Annual Environment Virginia Symposium March 28-30. The symposium is being held at the Virginia Military Institute (VMI) in Lexington, VA and is the Commonwealth’s premier environmental conference bringing together professionals from every sector of the environmental industry.

Matt will be presenting on the Mount Airy Greenway Annual Monitoring Study on improving water quality and habitat quality while facilitating sustainable land development.

ARM Group Saves Client Millions of Dollars MSE Berm Redesign

Mon, 27 Mar 2023 13:57:26 GMT

MSE Berm Redesign Saves Client Millions of Dollars Using RAP as Alternative Backfill.

ARM Group recently provided value engineering, construction phase engineering, and quality control inspections for the Atlantic County Utilities Authority (ACUA) in New Jersey. We redesigned the MSE berm saving our client millions of dollars by optimizing the berm geometry and reducing the amount of soil needed. ARM is one of the first to utilize recycled asphalt pavement (RAP) as an alternative backfill, reducing construction costs by approximately 20% and reducing the construction duration.

ARM Group Attends LVEDC Annual Meeting

Wed, 22 Mar 2023 18:42:39 GMT

ARM was able to attend the sold out Lehigh Valley Economic Development Corporation's Annual Meeting today.

ARM Group’s Katie Murray, P.G. and Thomas DaCosta were pleased to attend the sold out Lehigh Valley Economic Development Corporation ’s (LVEDC) annual meeting, featuring PA Governor Josh Shapiro as speaker.

Shapiro spoke on issues addressing the transformational economic development projects and government investment in the Lehigh Valley region and throughout the Commonwealth of PA. Congresswoman Susan Wild also spoke to attendees and the event included a panel discussion between LVEDC President Don Cunningham and mayors Sal Panto of Easton, J. William Reynolds of Bethlehem, and Matt Tuerk of Allentown.

Thank you to LVEDC for hosting a great event!

ARM Attends Great Gathering IX

Thu, 16 Mar 2023 18:49:36 GMT

ARM Group was happy to attend the Great Gathering IX hosted by the Washington County Chamber of Commerce and the Pittsburgh Business Exchange.

ARM’s Justin Paul, P.G., Nicole Strike and Steven Greer were happy to attend the Great Gathering IX last night. They had a great time and look forward to the next Great Gathering!

Welcome Terry Simpson

Tue, 07 Mar 2023 15:53:21 GMT

ARM welcomes Terry to the Solid Waste Group

Please welcome Terry Simpson to ARM Group! Terry is a Project Manager that will be working in our Solid Waste group out of the Hershey Office. Terry brings over 7 years of experience in design, permitting and construction of solid waste management, stormwater management, green stormwater infrastructure and stream restoration projects. Prior to ARM, Terry was a Water Resource Engineer in Harrisburg where he both led and supported projects such as Green Stormwater Infrastructure in Southeast PA. Terry also has experience with channel design, floodplain design, sediment calculations and cost estimates, and construction. When Terry is not working, he enjoys fishing & boating.

ARM Group is ranked #3 Top Engineering Firms

Tue, 28 Feb 2023 19:56:24 GMT

Central Penn Business Journal Ranks ARM as #3 Top Engineering Firm.

ARM Group Enterprises Inc. is pleased to announce that we have again been ranked by the Central Penn Business Journal as a top Engineering Firm.

Thank you to the support of our clients whose continued partnership and confidence makes this honor possible. Also, thank you to our incredibly talented and dedicated employees and their commitment to providing Precise. Responsive. Solutions. to the challenges faced by our clients.

ARM attends RE+ Northeast Conference

Fri, 24 Feb 2023 20:09:11 GMT

ARM's Tim Williams attended the Annual RE+ Northeast Conference in Boston, MA.

ARM Group’s Tim Williams was happy to attend this year’s RE+ Northeast conference, the premier clean energy event which was held at the Westin Boston Seaport District in Boston, MA. Tim was able to connect with buyers and suppliers in the solar and energy storage markets, build upon existing relationships and forge new ones, discover new technologies, and explore business opportunities to further enhance our region with clean and efficient solar energy.

Welcome Evan Bechtel

Tue, 14 Feb 2023 02:49:38 GMT

ARM welcomes Evan Bechtel to the Geophysics practice area.

Welcome Evan Bechtel to ARM Group! Evan is a Staff Geologist working out of our Hershey office in the Geophysics practice area. He is a recent graduate of Dickinson College, with a degree in Earth Sciences with a concentration in Environmental Geology and Geophysics. He also did an internship with PA Geological Survey completing several projects.

When Evan is not busy at work, he enjoys rock climbing, hiking, and disc golfing.

Welcome Shawn Cox!

Tue, 31 Jan 2023 20:17:36 GMT

ARM Welcomes Staff Geologist Shawn Cox.

Welcome Shawn Cox to ARM! Shawn is a Staff Geologist who will be working out of our Lehigh Valley Office. Shawn has a degree in Geology from Kutztown University. Shawn has previous experience with concrete and grout testing, compaction testing and footing inspections, soil testing and percolation testing. When Shawn isn’t working, he enjoys playing guitar, reading and hiking.

Geophysic's Evan Filion Promoted to Project Geologist II

Mon, 30 Jan 2023 19:42:45 GMT

ARM's Evan Filion of the Geophysics practice area receives promotion.

Please help ARM congratulate Evan Filion on his promotion to Project Geologist II. Since joining ARM in 2020, Evan has made significant positive contributions to our Geophysics team and our ability to efficiently collect and process data. His experience and skills have grown tremendously and include a strong competence in geophysical data collection and processing using ER and seismic methods, data analytics, and geophysical data interpretation to name a few. Evans gregarious personality and desire to continuously learn, has enabled him to grow, gain the trust of the team, and successfully interact with clients. In this new role, Evan will continue to enhance his geophysics experience and take on additional project management responsibilities to include proposal development, resource planning, and developing client relationships.

Kyle Johnson, P.E. Receives Promotion

Fri, 27 Jan 2023 19:48:04 GMT

ARM Group promotes Kyle Johnson, P.E. to Project Manager

Please help us congratulate Kyle Johnson, P.E. on his promotion to Project Manager! During his 6+ years with ARM, Kyle has provided outstanding service to our clients while supporting several of our practice area’s including solid waste, geotechnical, and natural gas development projects. Kyle has developed an exceptional technical background to include engineering design, permitting, and construction phase management. In his new role, we are confident Kyle will continue to drive technical excellence while taking on a larger scope of responsibility with client management, business development, and leadership and mentoring junior staff.

ARM Promotes Roger Knittle to Project Engineer I

Thu, 26 Jan 2023 19:55:43 GMT

Roger Knittle, E.I.T., Geotechnical Engineer, Receives Promotion

ARM Group is excited to announce the promotion of Roger Knittle, E.I.T to Project Engineer I. Since joining GSET in 2020, Roger has grown tremendously, gaining significant knowledge and experience in geotechnical site investigations, construction and drilling inspections, and field and laboratory testing across many different types of projects. Roger has developed into a key member of the geotechnical team in which team members look to him for advice and clients can count on him. Roger’s knowledge of Northeastern PA conditions and understanding of rock mechanics and coal mining are key to work in the Jessup Office. Roger plans to take his PE exam shortly. In this new role, Roger will continue to provide exceptional technical support to projects and take a broader role with client management, proposal development, and geotechnical designs.

Changes to the MCLs in Drinking Water

Wed, 25 Jan 2023 15:18:07 GMT

The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection Makes Change to Maximum Contaminant Levels in Drinking Water

Have you seen the news regarding changes to the PFAS MCL rule? The PADEP recently established Pennsylvania Maximum Contaminant Levels (MCLs) for perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA) and perfluorooctanesulfonic acid (PFOS) in drinking water.

Here are some highlights: MCL for PFOA is 14 ng/L ; MCL for PFOS is 18 ng/L; Method reporting limits have been set at 5 ng/L.

The rules go into effect January 1, 2024 for community and nontransient noncommunity water systems serving populations of >350 people (including all bottled vended, retail and bulk hauling water systems) and January 1, 2025 for community and noncommunity water systems serving populations of <350 people. Contact Chris Finton for more information, cfinton@armgroup.net .

Lauren Parker Receives Promotion

Wed, 25 Jan 2023 15:10:02 GMT

Lauren Parker is promoted to Project Geologist I.

ARM Group is excited to announce the promotion of Lauren Parker to Project Geologist I. Lauren joined ARM Group 2020 and over the past 3 years, she has gained a breadth of experience in geology and environmental consulting to include Phase I and Phase II Environmental Site Assessments, groundwater monitoring and reporting at solid waste facilities, data analysis and management, geotechnical investigations, construction quality assurance and oversight, stormwater quality monitoring, soil/groundwater/ vapor sampling, remediation, and landfill gas monitoring. Lauren’s exceptional work ethic, desire to learn, and flexibility has been a great asset to ARM and the Columbia, MD team. In this new role, Lauren will further develop her environmental technical background while providing ongoing support to field projects, site investigations, and client needs.

ARM Group Purchases First Hybrid Fleet Vehicle

Wed, 25 Jan 2023 03:09:01 GMT

ARM Group purchases hybrid SUV to join the fleet.

The global sales of electric vehicles (EV) have been on the rise. With the goal to do our part to be sustainable, ARM purchased a hybrid SUV that allows us to do our part to reduce emission With the miles that a lot of our personnel put on vehicles, hybrids are the next step in showing the commitment that ARM has to leaving the world better than we found it.

ARM Proctors Panel Layout Competition for GeoGames

Thu, 12 Jan 2023 20:04:21 GMT

ARM's Dmitriy Gorbachik, P.E., and Craig Schriner, P.E. proctor virtual entries of the upcoming ATA Geosynthetic 2023 GeoGames

ARM Group would like to thank Atlantic Lining Company, Inc. and Hallaton Environmental Linings for providing ARM’s Dmitriy Gorbachik, P.E. and Craig Schriner, P.E. the opportunity to proctor their respective Panel Layout Competition virtual entries for the upcoming GeoGames as a part of the ATA - Advanced Textiles Association 's Geosynthetic 2023 conference in Kansas City, KS this coming February! We wish both teams the best of luck in the competition!

Dmitriy Gorbachik Earns Professional Engineer License

Wed, 11 Jan 2023 02:59:44 GMT

Dmitriy Gorbachik earns his Professional Engineer License in PA

Congratulations to Project Engineer Dmitriy Gorbachik who received his Professional Engineer license in Pennsylvania. Dmitriy has been working with ARM Group in the Solid Waste practice area based out of our Marlton, NJ office and celebrated his 2-year work anniversary on January 4th! We are proud to have you a part of our team and excited to see your continued growth and success for years to come!

Take Advantage of the 30% Tax Credit for Geothermal Energy

Sat, 10 Dec 2022 02:16:21 GMT

With electricity, oil and natural gas prices skyrocketing, and with the recent increase in the federal tax credit from 10% to 30%, there’s never been a better time to consider a geothermal HVAC system to save money while helping the environment. Geothermal systems can save 30-70% on heating costs and 20-50% on cooling costs, compared to other conventional systems (source: EPA). These systems can be located on almost any site within the Mid-Atlantic Region.

Much of the cost of a geothermal system comes from the installation of the subsurface boreholes that are needed to tap into the earth’s energy. Accordingly, it’s critically important to engage the expertise of geologists and engineers to optimize the system design to reduce costs and to ensure long-term performance. From initial due diligence, through design, and construction, ARM’s experienced geologists and engineers will ensure the success of your project so you can focus on other things. For more information, please contact Andrew Reese areese@armgroup.net.

ARM Group welcomes Emily Hennessey

Wed, 07 Dec 2022 20:37:20 GMT

ARM Group's Human Resources Group adds a HR Generalist

Please help us welcome Emily Hennessey to ARM Group! Emily is an HR Generalist that will be working out of our Corporate Office in Hershey and will support all three of our divisions. She brings a strong HR background to include talent acquisition, employee engagement, and program/process design and improvement. We are excited to have Emily join our growing HR team to bring best-in-class people processes with a key focus on the Recruitment life-cycle, Onboarding, Talent Management, Communications, and Employee engagement and satisfaction. When she’s not working, Emily enjoys spending time with her family and pets, working on house projects, hiking, reading, and watching movies with a glass of good, dry red wine.

Brandon Grau Earns Professional Geologist License

Wed, 30 Nov 2022 20:58:40 GMT

Brandon Grau earns his Professional Geologist License in PA

Congratulations to Project Geologist Brandon Grau who just received his Professional Geologist License! Brandon has been with ARM since 2018 and has been an asset to our Water Resources team! Congratulations Brandon!

ARM Volunteers at Donegal Trout Unlimited Event

Wed, 23 Nov 2022 20:41:38 GMT

ARM employees, Jennifer Price and Michelle Cohen, helped Donegal Trout Unlimited on November 19, 2022 close their Millport Conservancy Nursery (Lititz, PA) for the winter. The volunteers at the event helped with clean up, protect/insulate tree and shrub seedlings for the winter, organize pots for reuse, clean the shed, prepare topsoil for winter and winterize the pump. The nursery is now ready for a busy upcoming spring!

ARM Group attends Solar Focus 2022

Thu, 17 Nov 2022 20:14:07 GMT

ARM Group’s Bryan Wehler, P.E., P.G., Andrew Reese, Beth Burkett, Neil Peters, and Tim Williams are pleased to attend the Solar Focus 2022 conference in Baltimore, MD, hosted by Chesapeake Solar & Storage Association. We are looking forward to growing our network, learning from the panel discussions covering today’s hottest renewable energy industry topics, as well as exhibiting. Stop by our booth to check out how ARM's integrated electrical engineering, substation engineering, automation expertise, and electrical testing capabilities uniquely complement our civil, environmental, ecological, geotechnical, and geophysical capabilities to provide you with a true one-stop-shop for solar projects of all sizes!

Charlie Burger, P.G. attends Annual Field Conference of Professional Geologists

Fri, 11 Nov 2022 20:06:09 GMT

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ARM Project Manager and Professional Geologist Charlie Burger recently attended the 86th Annual Field Conference of Pennsylvania Geologists. The conference focused on several aspects of glaciation and drainage evolution during the Pleistocene in Northwest PA. The conference was centered in Titusville, PA (Cross Creek Resort) and included some wonderful stops at nearby parks and quarries in Mercer, Lawrence, Butler, and Venango Counties. The pictures speak for themselves!

Scott Wendling, P.G. gives presentation to ORVSS

Wed, 02 Nov 2022 17:29:40 GMT

Senior Geologist, Scott Wendling, P.G., gives a presentation at the Ohio River Valley Soils Seminar (ORVSS)

ARM Group’s Scott Wendling, P.G. shared his geology and geophysics expertise with attendees at the 52nd Annual Ohio River Valley Soils Seminar (ORVSS) at Rupp Arena in Lexington, KY. The focus of this year’s ORVSS was “Identifying, Assessing and Managing Risks throughout the Ohio River Valley”. Scott’s presentation was entitled “Using Advanced Geophysical Methods to Identify, Assess, and Manage Geotechnical and Geologic Risks in the Ohio River Valley”. You can check out Scott’s presentation abstract here: https://www.armgroup.net/Geoetechnical-Geologic-Risks...

Tim Williams attends PEDA'S Fall Conference

Wed, 26 Oct 2022 19:37:33 GMT

Tim Williams was at the Pennsylvania Economic & Development Association (PEDA) Fall Conference this week. The conference was held at Hyatt Place and brought professionals representing economic and community development at the municipal, county, regional, and state levels to State College, PA. Attendees were able to learn about the health, wellness and state of the economy in PA, funding mechanisms for projects, the push and need for outdoor recreation programs, and opportunities from the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act.

Tim enjoyed connecting with clients, making new contacts and building relationships.

ARM Attends NRWA's Trash Can Open

Mon, 24 Oct 2022 19:44:34 GMT

Last week Eric Magdar and Neil Peters attended the Maryland Chapter of National Waste & Recycling Association’s (NRWA) Trash Can Open at the Greystone Golf Course in White Hall, Maryland. ARM Group was once again a Pewter Sponsor for this annual event.

ARM Group welcomes Natalie Coffee

Tue, 18 Oct 2022 00:57:02 GMT

The Solid Waste Team welcomes their newest Engineer

Please help us welcome Natalie Coffee! Natalie is a Staff Engineer working in the Solid Waste practice area in our Hershey Office. She graduated this summer with a Master of Science in Natural Resources & Environmental Management, as well as Graduate Certification in Ocean Policy from the University of Hawaii. Natalie graduated in 2020 with B.S. in Civil Engineering and Environmental Science from King’s College. Natalie is passionate about the environment and leaving the world a better place then we found it. When she has some free time, she likes to play tennis, ski, hike and travel. We are excited that she’s a part of our team! Welcome Natalie!

ARM Group is a sponsor at the Power Appalachia Tri-State Symposium

Mon, 17 Oct 2022 20:03:39 GMT

ARM Group was pleased to serve as Platinum Sponsor (along with Williams and ECI) and attend the 2022 Power Appalachia Tri-State Symposium. This conference, presented by the WEN Appalachia Chapters and the Appalachian Pipeliners Association, was recently held at Oglebay Resort in West Virginia. ARM Group’s Steven Greer had an amazing time networking with the attendees and industry leaders, and discussing a wide range of topics such as ESG, supply chain challenges, regulatory concerns, D&I, leadership and the future of the energy business.

Thinking of Putting Solar on Landfills?

Sat, 15 Oct 2022 01:04:39 GMT

Thinking of putting solar on landfills?

Landfills can offer a tremendous opportunity to convert a potential liability into a clean energy asset by adding solar. However, landfills present numerous technical and permitting challenges that must be overcome for a project to be successful and economical. ARM Group’s renewable energy and solid waste engineers have worked on more than a dozen landfill solar projects throughout the Mid-Atlantic and Northeast regions of the U.S. ranging in size from less than 1MW to more than 18MW. If you’re considering developing solar on a landfill, contact us for an initial no cost consultation on the technical, permitting, financial, and constructability considerations.

ARM CAMCO promotes John Hatfield to President

Fri, 14 Oct 2022 01:09:40 GMT

ARM CAMCO is a sister company to ARM Group LLC

RM CAMCO LLC (CAMCO) is pleased to announce the promotion of John Hatfield from Chief Operating Officer to President, effective October 17, 2022. John holds a Bachelor of Science Degree from The Ohio State University in Industrial and Systems Engineering and an Executive MBA Certification from the University of Virginia’s Darden School of Business. John has spent much of his 34-year career with ABB and Westinghouse, progressing from a Sales Engineer to Vice President, Global Process Manager. John possesses extensive knowledge and experience in the electrical equipment business, including two leadership roles within ABB’s Power Grid High Voltage business unit, and more than 10 years in field service and equipment repair shop. Additionally, John brings extensive management and operations experience, along with expertise in logistics, manufacturing, quality control, business strategy, marketing, sales, and financial management. John’s many talents will help ensure that the dedicated CAMCO team continues to provide superior service and quality at a good value to CAMCO’s loyal and highly valued customers.

CAMCO’s Past-President, and long-time President of ARM Enertech Associates (AETA), Sam Morello, P.E., is planning to reduce his hours as he transitions into a Principal Engineer role. Sam will continue to support CAMCO and AETA’s customers to help provide technical solutions to unique and challenging projects. Additionally, Sam plans to continue providing mentoring to the CAMCO and AETA’s 80+ teammates.

Bryan Wehler, President and CEO of ARM Group Enterprises Inc., the parent company of CAMCO and AETA, said “Sam has played a vital role in the success and growth of our business over the past 12+ years. More importantly, anyone that knows Sam knows that he cares deeply about the people he works with and is always looking out for their best interests. He has been the consummate role model for quality, safety, customer service, and developing true partnerships with clients. ARM Group has been very fortunate to have had someone as gifted as Sam dedicate his efforts and expertise toward the betterment of our company and our people for so long, and we are delighted that Sam will continue to be a key part of the team to help the company in the years ahead.”

If you haven’t already, we hope that you have the chance to meet John Hatfield in the coming months and to learn more about all the exciting things that are happening at CAMCO.

The Maryland Office Catches an Orioles Game

Sat, 08 Oct 2022 01:13:15 GMT

Members of the Columbia Maryland office traveled down to Oriole Park at Camden Yards to watch the Orioles close out the season. While the O’s unexpectedly successful season finished with a loss, fun was had by all that went.

ARM Group welcomes Jacob Renn

Fri, 07 Oct 2022 01:15:23 GMT

The Geophysics Group welcomes their newest geologist to the team

Please help us welcome Jacob Renn! Jacob joined ARM recently and is a Staff Geologist that will be working with our Geophysics Group in the Hershey Office. Jacob recently graduated from Bloomsburg University with a Degree in Environmental, Geographical and Geological Sciences. While earning his degree, Jacob had done three internships with PennDOT working in various capacities. In his free time, Jacob likes to mountain biking, skiing, rock climbing, lifting weights, and restoring vintage furniture. Welcome aboard Jacob!

ARM Group welcomes Michael Baldoni

Thu, 06 Oct 2022 01:18:51 GMT

The Geotechnical & Construction Testing Practice Area adds field technician Michael Baldoni to the team

ARM Group welcomes Michael Baldoni! Mike is a field technician that will be working out of our Jessup office as a part of the Geotechnical & Construction Testing Practice Area. When Mike isn’t in the field, he enjoys spending time with his children coaching and participating in youth sports. We are excited to have him aboard! Welcome Mike!

ARM Group welcomes Steven Glodek

Wed, 05 Oct 2022 01:21:32 GMT

Steven Joins the Water Resources Group in State College, PA

ARM Group welcomes Steven Glodek! Steven is a Staff Geologist that will be working with our Water Resource Group. Based in our State College office, Steven comes to ARM with experience in drilling and sampling after working as a drillers helper on a geotechnical crew. Steven is currently pursuing his Masters in Geoenvironmental Science, but when he has some free time, he likes to watch autosports (Nascar/F1) and is a LA Chargers fan. We are excited to have him aboard!

Jason Rogers, SHRM-SCP earn promotion

Sat, 01 Oct 2022 01:31:40 GMT

Jason Rogers, SHRM-SCP becomes Vice President of Human Resources

ARM Group is excited to announce the promotion of Jason Rogers, SHRM-SCP to Vice President of Human Resources of ARM Group Enterprises Inc. Over the last 2+ years, Jason has dramatically elevated our Human Resource function and the related support and services to our entire organization. Jason’s strong work ethic, positive attitude and steadfast commitment to the growth and development of both our team members and the enterprise is a huge asset to the company.

In Jason’s new role, he will take on additional responsibilities that include: acquisition due diligence, integration support and operational oversight, assist with internal projects involving process improvements, and deploy ARME’s new Training and Development Platform.

Please join us in congratulating Jason on this outstanding achievement, as we look forward to his continued growth and success at ARM!

Time to Celebrate National Maryland Day

Wed, 24 Aug 2022 18:53:10 GMT

Today is National Maryland Day! Our Columbia Maryland Office employees will agree that Maryland is a great place to work and live, offering great fishing and crabbing, lots of history, and a bustling economy. ARM Group is proud to have served the Maryland area for over 15 years, providing Precise. Responsive. Solutions. We are exceptionally proud of our extensive environmental work at Sparrows Point – one of the largest brownfields in the United States.

ARM Group welcomes Mike Hazlett

Mon, 22 Aug 2022 18:49:04 GMT

The Canonsburg Office welcomes their newest Engineer

ARM Group welcomes Michael Hazlett! Michael is a Senior Engineer that is working in our Natural Gas practice area. Based in our Canonsburg office, Michael comes to ARM with experience in civil site development and environmental design, planning, and permitting, as well as construction and maintenance of well sites, impoundment dams and water pipelines.

August 20th is World Honeybee Day

Sat, 20 Aug 2022 18:56:27 GMT

Today is World Honeybee Day! Honeybees are an important part of our ecosystem, and so much so that ARM Group incorporates pollinator plantings into our solar projects. As part of our solar ecology approach, our biologists work with designers to incorporate wildflowers and other pollinator friendly plants (trees and shrubs), where appropriate to encourage honeybees, as well as other important pollinating species, to continue to thrive. By utilizing the areas between panel rows or array rows, it creates a low maintenance option for the client, but also helps keep our pollinators where they BEE-long.

Hershey Office holds Summer Picnic

Thu, 18 Aug 2022 13:07:12 GMT

What a great time at the annual ARM Group summer picnic yesterday at our corporate headquarters in Hershey! Employees and their families gathered to enjoy the beautiful weather, great food, friendly competition, and even a water slide! Thank you to all who attended!

Nature Find: Mama Bear and her cubs

Thu, 04 Aug 2022 19:14:01 GMT

ARM Group employees occasionally have close encounters with some of Pennsylvania’s incredible wildlife. ARM Group’s Staff Engineer Rory Farester-Hohl was graced by the presence of a black bear with her 3 cubs near Emporium, PA. Pretty cool to see!

Craig Schriner, P.E. Earns Promotion

Wed, 03 Aug 2022 19:30:09 GMT

Craig Schriner, P.E. Earns Promotion to Project Manager

ARM Group is excited to announce the promotion of Craig Schriner, P.E. to Project Manager within the Solid Waste practice area. Over the past 5+ years, Craig has grown tremendously, gaining a breadth of experience in construction management, liner/closure system design, site permitting and modifications to improve efficiency, client interaction, and construction oversight relating to solid waste, environmental, and geotechnical projects.

Craig has developed into a key member of our team in which clients and team members place their trust and respect. In his new role, Craig will continue to work with clients on a technical level and take on a broader responsibility including client management, business development, and leadership and mentoring junior staff.

In his free time, Craig enjoys relaxing on his deck with his family, taking his son to the swimming pool, and visiting the local craft breweries and wineries with his wife.

Please join us in congratulating Craig on this outstanding achievement, as we look forward to his continued growth and success at ARM!

Project Manager Comes Across Albino Deer During Site Walk

Fri, 29 Jul 2022 01:17:42 GMT

Scott Milchak comes upon a rare sight during a site visit

ARM Group Project Manager Scott Milchak encountered an incredible sight while walking a waterline this week! Scott was graced with surprise visit from a white, likely albino, doe and her baby fawn in Butler County, PA. Apparently, an albino deer is a very rare sight to see. Scott is lucky to have witnessed it firsthand!

ARM Group is #32 on ENR survey of Top Mid-Atlantic Design Firms

Sat, 23 Jul 2022 01:12:11 GMT

ARM Group earns a spot on the Top 50 Mid-Atlantic Design Firm List

ARM Group is pleased to announce that we have again been ranked by nationally acclaimed Engineering News-Record (ENR) as a Top 50 Mid-Atlantic Design Firm.

“We are exceptionally thankful for the continual support of our clients,” said Bryan Wehler, ARM Group President & CEO. “Without their continued partnership and confidence, this honor would not be possible. Additionally, I want to thank our exceptionally talented and dedicated people who are committed to providing Precise. Responsive. Solutions. to the challenges faced by our clients.”

ARM & CAMCO attends CBICC Golf Outing at Toftrees

Fri, 22 Jul 2022 01:07:40 GMT

Chamber of Business and Industry of Centre County (CBICC) holds 9th annual "Driving Centre County's Economy" Golf Outing

ARM’s Wendy Pelky and ARM CAMCO’s Mark Baker had a great time last week at the Ninth Annual CBICC “Driving Centre County's Economy” Golf Outing at Toftrees Golf Resort!

ARM Group welcomes Dominick Scalise

Fri, 15 Jul 2022 00:58:59 GMT

ARM Group wants to welcome Dominick Scalise as our newest Engineering Intern! Dominick is completing his Freshman year at Colorado School of Mines where he is majoring in Geological Engineering. In his free time, he enjoys being a camp counselor, and a Safety Awareness Team member, helping ski patrol and teaching safe skiing . Dominick is also an avid runner and hiker.

ARM attends and sponsors the Keystone Clearwater Solutions Client Appreciation Golf Tournament

Thu, 30 Jun 2022 19:09:02 GMT

ARM's Steve Greer, Wendy Pelky and Michael Race attended the golf tournament and other festivites.

What a great day for golf! ARM Group is pleased to attend and sponsor the Keystone Clearwater Solutions client appreciation golf tournament. Hats off to ARM'S Michael Race who took 3rd in last night's corn hole tournament!

ARM's Steve Greer Joins Andrew Strassner for the "811" Classic

Wed, 29 Jun 2022 19:01:12 GMT

The 4th Annual "811" Golf Classic was held at Chestnut Ridge Golf Resort and Conference Center in Blairsville, PA

ARM Group’s Steve Greer joined Andrew Strassner (Aqua America) for the 4th Annual “811” Golf Classic, hosted by Call 811 Before You Dig. Peoples Natural Gas generously served as the Lead Sponsor.

The golf tournament took place at the Chestnut Ridge Golf Resort and Conference Center in Blairsville, PA and benefited Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs Inc. This organization commits to the needs of the recipients and trains each dog with the recipient in mind.

The guys donated extra $$ to wear skirts and play from the lady’s tees!

Bees create hive on company truck, during National Pollinators Week

Fri, 24 Jun 2022 18:57:26 GMT

Bees take residence inside the wheel well of company truck

Wow - It is National Pollinator Week and ARM Group’s Roger Knittle noticed a bee swarm hitching a ride on our truck! Swarms are always a good indication of a healthy bee population. Roger called a beekeeper who carefully added the swarm into a bee box.

If you see a bee swarm, please do not harm them as they are most likely honeybees! Honeybees are almost always docile and they don't intend to sting, they are simply creating a swarm to protect their queen bee and find a new home. However, it is still best not to get close and interact with them. The best thing to do is contact a local beekeeper or local Beekeepers Association because most of them have contact information for qualified beekeepers to care for a swarm.

Help ARM Group celebrate pollinators this week by raising awareness and promoting conservation efforts!

ARM Group attends &sponsors SWANA/MRN Mid-Atlantic Annual Conference

Thu, 23 Jun 2022 18:25:17 GMT

ARM Group's Craig Schriner, and Bill Prendeville attend the event in Ellicott City, MD

ARM Group is pleased to attend, exhibit, and sponsor the MRN/ Solid Waste Association of North America (SWANA) Mid-Atlantic Annual Conference. The conference brings together thought leaders from throughout the solid waste industry, discussing topics from changing waste management and recycling models, policy & regulation, commodities markets, new technologies, and more.

ARM Group Sponsor's Appalachian Pipeliners Association's Event

Wed, 15 Jun 2022 18:10:13 GMT

Appalachian Pipeliners Association held a happy hour during the DUG East Conference at Five Iron Golf

Thanks to Appalachian Pipeliners Association for a great event last night at Five Iron Golf in Pittsburgh! We were pleased to sponsor!

ARM Group Attends Hart Energy's DUG East Conference & Exhibition

Tue, 14 Jun 2022 18:01:26 GMT

ARM Group's Wendy Pelky, P.E., and Michael Race, P.E., attend the DUG East Conference at David L. Lawrence Convention Center

ARM Group's Wendy Pelky, P.E. and Michael Race, P.E. are pleased to attend Hart Energy’s DUG East Conference and Exhibition at the David L. Lawrence Convention Center today and tomorrow. Wendy and Michael joined a community of oil & gas leaders, national analytical energy experts, and Appalachia services providers in discussing the encouraging outlook of the U.S. shale plays and how the Appalachian Basin is poised to lead to energy security. Our team is attending research-backed sessions, discussing specific industry challenges, and networking with business partners, clients, and prospects in preparation for what is expected to be an exciting year for ARM’s Natural Gas Services team!

ARM Group Sponsors and Participates in Annual CVC Golf Tournament at PSU

Thu, 09 Jun 2022 17:47:16 GMT

This annual event held at the Blue & White Courses, held their 25th event this year

ARM Group is proud to have sponsored and participated in the 25th Annual Penn State Coaches Vs. Cancer (CVC) Golf Tournament at the Penn State Blue & White Golf Courses. This year marked ARM’s fifteenth year sponsoring CVC. CVC works with the American Cancer Society to bring hope, help fund research, and provide direct support to those battling the disease through programs like the Bob Perks Cancer Assistance Fund locally.

Congratulations to ARM Group’s own Wendy Pelky, Tessa Antolick, and the rest of the CVC Committee for putting this, and other wonderful events, together in association with Micah Shrewsberry and Penn State Basketball.

Bryan Wehler, P.E., P.G. speaks for the PA Solar Center's webinar

Wed, 08 Jun 2022 17:41:30 GMT

Bryan Wehler will be discussing developing solar on abandoned mine lands and as well as discussing ARM Group's experience on building on distressed sites.

Join ARM Group's President and CEO, Bryan Wehler P.E., P.G., for the PA Solar Center's webinar discussing developing solar on PA’s abandoned mine lands, brownfields, and landfills on Friday, June 10th at 12:00pm.

Bryan will be discussing ARM Group's extensive experience addressing the unique engineering and permitting challenges of designing and developing projects to be built on distressed sites.

ARM Group develops a new and improved solar MSE berm design

Wed, 01 Jun 2022 17:32:03 GMT

Chester County Solid Waste Authority looks to expand their facility but want to generate revenue and clean energy from underutilized space

How is the Chester County Solid Waste Authority (CCSWA) planning to generate revenue and clean energy from the underutilized face of their mechanically stabilized earth berm (MSE) berm? By using ARM Group’s new and improved solar berm design for their new expansion area.

Developed on behalf of CCSWA, this patented new design resulted in an estimated 50% cost reduction and allows the solar array to be installed after the MSE berm is constructed thereby streamlining the installation and allowing for greater schedule flexibility. With utility electricity prices skyrocketing, there has never been a better time to take control of your electricity costs with solar generation

ARM Group welcomes Kelsey Murphy

Fri, 27 May 2022 15:16:00 GMT

We would like to welcome Kelsey Murphy to the ARM Group family as a Staff Scientist in Jessup. Kelsey is a graduate of Mansfield University with a BS in Geosciences with dual concentration in Geology and Environmental Science and a minor in Watershed Management. Kelsey’s experience includes completing DEP general permits, Erosion and Sediment plans and NPDES permits. In her free time, Kelsey enjoys riding horses and 4-wheelers, and being outside whenever possible. Welcome aboard Kelsey!

ARM Group welcomes Nicholas Schuler

Thu, 26 May 2022 15:11:14 GMT

ARM Group welcomes Nicholas Schuler as a Geophysics Intern! Nicholas is a Penn State grad with a BS in Geosciences and a recent Louisiana State University graduate with an MS in Geology and Geophysics. Nicholas was also a research fellow in Baton Rouge, where he was able to code a script to process and plot CRMS data that was collected from over 350 marsh sites.

In his free time, Nick likes to hunt, fish, kayak, and travel to new places! Welcome Nicholas!

Tom DaCosta walks 12 miles for American Cancer Society

Tue, 24 May 2022 15:08:09 GMT

ARM Group’s Thomas DaCosta braved the heat for charity over the weekend! With ARM Group’s sponsorship, Tom walked 12 miles for the American Cancer Society’s Relay for Life in the Berks County area. Each year, the event helps people affected by cancer through research and treatments, support services, and advocacy.

ARM Group Participates and Sponsors BCCC Annual Golf Classic

Mon, 23 May 2022 15:00:14 GMT

ARM's Charlie Burger, P.G. and his team attended the Highmark / Blair County Chamber of Commerce Annual Golf Classic

ARM Group was once again was happy to be a tee sponsor for the Highmark / The Blair County Chamber of Commerce Annual Golf Classic held at Iron Masters County Club. ARM Group's foursome included Charlie Burger, P.G. – ARM Group, Eric Casanave, P.E. – Stiffler McGraw, Jonathan Furry – Greenfield Township Municipal Authority, and Marcus Edwards – Altoona-Blair County Development Corp. Very few birdies but a ton of laughs were had by our foursome!! Wonderful day with a wonderful group of guys.

ARM Group's LVO office attends Cornhole Tournament

Sat, 21 May 2022 01:29:28 GMT

The Lehigh Valley Young Professionals Council held their annual Cornhole Tournament

ARM Group’s Thomas DaCosta and Joshua Foust, G.I.T. gave it their all last night in the Lehigh Valley Young Professionals Council cornhole tournament. Unfortunately, the pair bowed out in the semifinals, but they still brought us honor and glory!

ARM Group is helping clients put solar on abandoned mine lands

Fri, 20 May 2022 01:11:50 GMT

ARM Group is helping clients reimagine how we produce energy

Installing a solar array on abandoned mine lands (AMLs) can pose many challenges, but ARM Group is doing our part to help reimagine how we produce energy.

ARM Group is proud to have been a part of multiple successful solar projects developed on reclaimed AMLs. Our multidisciplinary experience allows ARM to help our clients navigate the additional design, permitting, and construction considerations associated with these projects. Unique solar services on AML projects may include comprehensive geotechnical investigations, specialized stormwater management considerations and designs, overburden analyses for potential acid-producing rock (APR) with neutralization plans, development of grading plans to meet racking slope tolerances, and working closely with the appropriate agencies to ensure that the project meets all mining and environmental permit requirements.

If you are interested in learning more about options for solar development on abandoned mine lands, please contact Daniel Long, P.E. (dlong@armgroup.net).

ARM Group is on the ENR survey of Top 500 Design Firms

Sat, 14 May 2022 01:07:34 GMT

ARM Group earns a spot on the Top 500 Design Firm List for the fourth time!

ARM Group has done it again! For the fourth time, ARM Group has been named as an ENR (Engineering News-Record) Top 500 Design Firm.

“To be named as one of the top engineering firms in the United States, once again, is a testament to the loyalty of our clients and the commitment of our incredibly talented people”, said Bryan Wehler, P.E., P.G., President and CEO.

“This recognition signifies the value that we are continually providing to our clients by delivering Precise. Responsive. Solutions. on each and every project. We are so proud of our team and their ability to adapt and pivot to new opportunities with sustained excellence.”

ARM Group would like to thank our outstanding clients and partners, along with our 200+ people for the hard work they put in every day, who made this recognition possible!

ARM Group Would Like to Congratulate Doug Noone!

BBauer@armgroup.net (Bryant Bauer) — Thu, 12 May 2022 15:38:39 GMT

ARM Group would like to congratulate Doug Noone, who is beginning the next phase of his life and has moved on to retirement. We are very appreciative of all the hard work and dedication that Doug has provided to us and our clients during his time with ARM. Doug has been an asset to ARM’s construction quality assurance and field services team over the past 5 years, and we appreciate the pleasure to have worked with him during the last chapter of his career. We know a future of enjoying the outdoors and putting his craftsman skills to work will keep him busy in the years to come!

Thank you, Doug, for your incredible contributions to our team. We will certainly miss you, and we hope you enjoy your future adventures during your retirement!

ARM Group Welcomes Casey Montaro as a Lab Technician!

BBauer@armgroup.net (Bryant Bauer) — Mon, 09 May 2022 15:34:04 GMT

ARM Group welcomes Casey Montaro as a lab technician in our Jessup, PA office. Casey is on pace to graduate from Keystone College with a BS in Wildlife Biology and a minor in Chemistry and Environmental Studies. Casey also served in the United States Armed Services, attaining the rank of Specialist E-4!

Casey enjoys camping, hunting, fishing, and is looking to visit every state park in Pennsylvania this summer!

ARM Group Was Pleased to Attend the VRA & SWANA Conference

BBauer@armgroup.net (Bryant Bauer) — Fri, 06 May 2022 15:30:32 GMT

ARM Group’s Neil Peters P.E., Craig Schriner, P.E. , and Benjamin Allen, P.E. were pleased to attend, sponsor, and exhibit at the The Virginia Recycling Association ’s (VRA) & The Solid Waste Association of North America (SWANA) ’s (SWANA) Sharing Solutions Conference in Virginia Beach, Virginia! Ben Allen also presented on MSE Berm landfill permitting. We had a great time at the conference discussing future trends in solid waste & recycling with other solid waste professionals, as well as attending presentations on leachate treatment, permitting, and more!

Michael Race, P.E. attended the 2022 West Virginia Manufacturing Energy Growth Summit

BBauer@armgroup.net (Bryant Bauer) — Wed, 04 May 2022 15:32:41 GMT

ARM Group’s Michael Race, P.E. attended the West Virginia Manufacturers Associations 2022 West Virginia Manufacturing Energy Growth Summit in Wheeling, WV yesterday. The MEGS focused on the foundation of West Virginia’s manufacturing and natural gas development industries while exploring broader industry and energy issues including environmental and sustainability trends, job creation, and impacts to the regional economic outlook.

The ARM Group Team completed the Pittsburgh Marathon Relay yesterday!

BBauer@armgroup.net (Bryant Bauer) — Mon, 02 May 2022 13:45:30 GMT

The ARM Group Team completed the Pittsburgh Marathon Relay yesterday! Running conditions were less than ideal with rain and thunderstorms, but we did it with the help of a very enthusiastic crowd that carried us to the finish line! Over 30,000 runners participated in the weekend events and the ARM Group Team (consisting of Steven Greer , Jarod Constable , Freeman Fisher , Matthew Wregget , and Nicole Strike ) ran through 14 Pittsburgh neighborhoods that encompassed the Marathon. Congratulations to all of the other runners, volunteers, and the supporters that participated this weekend!

ARM Group was pleased to attend and sponsor the inaugural PA Solar Center Solar Soiree

BBauer@armgroup.net (Bryant Bauer) — Fri, 29 Apr 2022 13:42:09 GMT

ARM Group was pleased to attend and sponsor the inaugural PA Solar Center Solar Soiree yesterday at the Energy Innovation Center in Pittsburgh, PA. The event brought together solar developers, engineers, consultants, industry specialists and other renewable energy project stakeholders to support the mission of spreading the benefits of clean energy to every PA citizen. The evening also included a silent auction to help raise funds for the Solar Center’s programs and operations.

ARM Group’s Tim Williams and Neil Peters are at the Virginia Solar Summit in Richmond, Virginia!

BBauer@armgroup.net (Bryant Bauer) — Wed, 27 Apr 2022 13:40:32 GMT

ARM Group’s Tim Williams and Neil Peters are at the Virginia Solar Summit in Richmond, Virginia! Tim and Neil were able to attend immersive solar development sessions to learn about the state of the solar industry in Virginia as well as future plans to expand solar energy’s significance in both Virginia and West Virginia.

ARM Group’s Jason Laub, P.E., Thomas DaCosta, Joshua Foust, G.I.T. were happy to participate in the Bethlehem, PA Historic District Clean-up

BBauer@armgroup.net (Bryant Bauer) — Tue, 26 Apr 2022 17:12:32 GMT

ARM Group’s Jason Laub, P.E. , Thomas DaCosta , Joshua Foust, G.I.T. were happy to participate in the Bethlehem, PA Historic District Clean-up to keep it beautiful, clean, and inviting for everyone!

ARM Group was proud to sponsor Fisch For A Cure!

BBauer@armgroup.net (Bryant Bauer) — Mon, 25 Apr 2022 17:06:13 GMT

ARM Group was proud to sponsor Fisch For A Cure; a benefit dodgeball tournament hosted by Waynesburg University to assist Corey Fischer, a Waynesburg University senior, in his battle against Ewing’s Sarcoma. Fisch For A Cure was able to raise $10,000 through the tournament to help Corey in and family during these difficult times. If you feel called to help Corey in his fight against cancer, please consider donating to the GoFundMe linked here.

ARM Group’s Wendy M Pelky, P.E. is attending the Appalachian Hydrogen and Carbon Capture Conference

BBauer@armgroup.net (Bryant Bauer) — Thu, 21 Apr 2022 16:55:05 GMT

ARM Group’s Wendy M Pelky, P.E. is attending the Appalachian Hydrogen and Carbon Capture Conference, discussing how to lead the way to a carbon free future. Carbon capture is the post treatment of hydrocarbon combustion, capturing carbon dioxide, allowing for sequestration in underground formations, eliminating climate change concerns. We know that this will require innovative thinking, but we plan on being on the forefront with the technology to provide our clients with Precise. Responsive. Solutions.

ARM Group’s Tom Rockwell, President of the Borough of McDonald PA, coordinated the annual McDonald Easter Egg hunt

BBauer@armgroup.net (Bryant Bauer) — Mon, 18 Apr 2022 20:50:17 GMT

ARM Group’s Tom Rockwell , President of the Borough of McDonald PA, coordinated the annual McDonald Easter Egg hunt this weekend for OVER 200 children! The kids braved the rain and the cold to hunt for Easter Eggs. ARM Group donated the use of one of our fleet vehicles for the event!

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ARM Group Welcomes Tim Yacko!

BBauer@armgroup.net (Bryant Bauer) — Fri, 15 Apr 2022 20:45:15 GMT

ARM Group welcomes Tim Yacko as a Senior Accountant in our Hershey office location! Tim graduated from Messiah University with a BS in accounting and a minor in Business Information Systems. Tim has a wealth of experience in accounting, most recently with a New York engineering firm, where he served as the senior accountant for the company.

Tim enjoys spending time outdoors playing golf and riding his motorcycle on nice days as well as growing his own peppers in his garden. Welcome to the ARM Group family, Tim!

ARM Group’s Tim Williams, Eric Magdar, P.G., and David Mooney are pleased to attend, exhibit, and sponsor the Pennsylvania Bar Institute’s Environmental Law Forum

BBauer@armgroup.net (Bryant Bauer) — Thu, 14 Apr 2022 20:57:43 GMT

ARM Group’s Tim Williams , Eric Magdar, P.G. , and David Mooney are pleased to attend, exhibit, and sponsor the Pennsylvania Bar Institute ’s Environmental Law Forum, in Harrisburg. The Forum is the premier law event in PA where industry experts gather to learn more on environmental law topics such as energy development, conventional land development, regulatory change, and more.

Come visit ARM Group at the 2022 Pennsylvania Bar Institute's Environmental Law Forum

BBauer@armgroup.net (Bryant Bauer) — Tue, 12 Apr 2022 20:54:41 GMT

Come visit ARM Group at the 2022 Pennsylvania Bar Institute 's Environmental Law Forum at the Hilton Harrisburg Hotel. Tim Williams , Eric Magdar, P.G. and David Mooney will be attending, exhibiting, and ARM Group is pleased to once again sponsor this event. This forum includes speakers providing cutting edge information in areas including energy development, conventional land development, regulatory change, infrastructure development, environmental litigation and more! Stop by and visit our booth for some great conversation and free swag!

Congratulations to Dan Fellon on his recent promotion!

BBauer@armgroup.net (Bryant Bauer) — Mon, 11 Apr 2022 20:10:26 GMT

It is a privilege to announce the promotion of Daniel N. Fellon, P.E. to Senior Vice President at ARM Group LLC.

Since joining the firm almost 17 years ago, we have had the pleasure of working with Dan as he has grown from an intern to a talented young engineer to an industry-leading technical expert to practice area leader of ARM’s largest business unit. Dan serves on the Board of Directors for ARM Group Enterprises (since 2018), on the ARM Group LLC Board of Managers (since 2020), and he served on the GSET Board of Managers since its inception in 2017.

Dan holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Civil & Environmental Engineering and a Bachelor of Arts degree in Geology from Bucknell University. He is a licensed Professional Engineer in Pennsylvania, Maryland, South Carolina, Virginia, Georgia, and Maine.

Over the last couple of years, Dan has been increasing his contributions to the overall management and growth of our firm. Most recently, with his background in both civil engineering and geology, Dan played an important role in the successful integration of GSET into ARM, including the consolidation of our geotechnical and construction inspection services.

In his new role, Dan will continue to lead and grow our Solid Waste Practice Area and take on a broader operational leadership role, including oversight of IT and cybersecurity; office space, tenant improvements, and new equipment decisions; and special projects. He will also continue in his roles as a member of the ARME Board of Directors and ARM Board of Managers, and as the Hershey Office Manager.

Please join me in congratulating Dan on this outstanding achievement!

Join ARM Group’s Scott Wendling, P.G. and the Pennsylvania Council of Professional Geologists (PCPG)

BBauer@armgroup.net (Bryant Bauer) — Fri, 08 Apr 2022 19:28:54 GMT

Join ARM Group’s Scott Wendling, P.G. and the Pennsylvania Council of Professional Geologists (PCPG) for the “Essentials of Borehole Geophysics” seminar and field demonstration in Middletown, PA on April 19 ^th !

Scott will be educating attendees on how to best utilize available borehole geophysical methods on their projects. Each borehole method has advantages and disadvantages that must be understood in order to apply the most appropriate methods to support project objectives and site conditions. The seminar will take a deep dive into the interpretation of geophysical and imaging logs. Scott will provide examples and case studies to show how logs and images are used to determine lithology, correlate stratigraphy, characterize structure, and identify water producing and receiving zones, as well as provide a field demonstration with a hands-on field data acquisition experience. Participants can earn 5-hours of continuing education credits!

Don’t wait to register- only 5 spots remain! Check out additional information and register here: https://pcpg.org/event-4530196

ARM Group’s Kristin Pate was just presented the State of Maryland Governor’s Volunteer Service Certificate.

BBauer@armgroup.net (Bryant Bauer) — Wed, 06 Apr 2022 14:23:30 GMT

ARM Group’s Kristin Pate (Columbia, Maryland office) was just presented the State of Maryland Governor’s Volunteer Service Certificate. Bobbi Coffman, the executive director of Happy Helpers for the Homeless, surprised Kristin with the certificate for her continued contributions to helping feed the homeless in Glen Burnie. Congrats, Kristin and thank you for helping our communities!

ARM Group’s Jennifer Price, Tom Peed, and Michelle Cohen volunteered this past Saturday with Penn State Extension

BBauer@armgroup.net (Bryant Bauer) — Mon, 04 Apr 2022 19:54:57 GMT

ARM Group’s Jennifer Pric e, Tom Peed, and M ichelle Cohen volunteered this past Saturday with Penn State Extension’s Greening the Lower Susquehanna for a riparian buffer planting project along the banks of Little Chiques Creek near Mount Joy, Pennsylvania. They planted live stakes and trees to stabilize the eroding stream bank and benefit overall water quality and ecosystem functions. They were happy to participate in this event and promote water resource conservation in PA.

ARM Group’s Geophysics team recently attended the Geological Society of America’s (GSA’s) Northeast Section Annual Meeting in Lancaster, PA.

BBauer@armgroup.net (Bryant Bauer) — Mon, 04 Apr 2022 19:50:22 GMT

ARM Group’s Geophysics team recently attended the Geological Society of America ’s (GSA’s) Northeast Section Annual Meeting in Lancaster, PA. Project Manager Ryan Brandon, P.G. presented on using geophysics to reduce the potential of inadvertent returns in HDD bores. ARM Group’s Project Geologist, Evan Filion and Staff Geologist Gillian Green also led two separate Poster Sessions at the event!

Come visit ARM Group staff at the 2022 Pennsylvania Rural Water Conference

BBauer@armgroup.net (Bryant Bauer) — Mon, 04 Apr 2022 19:26:21 GMT

Come visit ARM Group staff at the 2022 Pennsylvania Rural Water Conference in State College – March 22-24. Chris Finton P.G. will be a co-instructor at the Groundwater Supply Development in Pennsylvania training course on Wednesday, March 23. https://www.prwa.com/annual-conference

ARM CAMCO attended the NETA 2022 PowerTest Conference!

BBauer@armgroup.net (Bryant Bauer) — Mon, 04 Apr 2022 19:10:18 GMT

ARM CAMCO’s Larry Summerville , Sam Morello, P.E. , and Michael Mertens attended the NETA 2022 PowerTest Conference where CAMCO was welcomed as an International Electrical Testing Association (NETA) accredited company! NETA Accredited Companies are known to best support the interest of the owner, which includes verifying the objectivity and competency of the testing firm. Just another reason our clients know that we will provide them with Precise. Responsive. Solutions.

ARM Group is looking to hire a Senior Engineer!

BBauer@armgroup.net (Bryant Bauer) — Mon, 04 Apr 2022 19:07:30 GMT

Are you searching for a new and challenging career opportunity with tremendous growth potential? ARM Group LLC is looking to hire a Senior Engineer to our Canonsburg, PA team! For more information and to apply, go to https://www.armgroup.net/pittsburgh-jobs

ARM Group’s Vice President of Business Development, Steven Greer, attended Utica Green Upstream & Midstream Conference

BBauer@armgroup.net (Bryant Bauer) — Tue, 29 Mar 2022 19:36:54 GMT

ARM Group’s Vice President of Business Development, Steven Greer , attended Utica Green Upstream & Midstream Conference in Ohio, produced by Canton Regional Chamber of Commerce & Shale Directories, with Encino Energy as the presenting sponsor. The conference showcased the industry’s continued sustainability-focused progress and results, and centered on highlighting the Natural Gas Industry’s ESG initiatives as well as the critical role Natural Gas plays in energy transition on both local, regional and global platforms.

ARM’s Chris Finton was pleased to attend, exhibit, and conduct a training class on “Groundwater Supply Development in Pennsylvania”

BBauer@armgroup.net (Bryant Bauer) — Wed, 23 Mar 2022 20:14:42 GMT

ARM’s Chris Finton was pleased to attend, exhibit, and conduct a training class on “Groundwater Supply Development in Pennsylvania” at the PA Rural Water Association (PRWA) conference. Held at the Penn Stater in State College, the PRWA conference is the largest annual gathering of water & wastewater operators in the Commonwealth.

ARM Group’s Tim Williams and Charlie Burger, P.G. will be attending and exhibiting at the 2022 Focus Central Pennsylvania

BBauer@armgroup.net (Bryant Bauer) — Tue, 22 Mar 2022 19:27:34 GMT

ARM Group’s Tim Williams and Charlie Burger, P.G. will be attending and exhibiting at the 2022 Focus Central Pennsylvania Industrial Development Forum on Wednesday, March 23 at Susquehanna University . They look forward to hearing about the economic growth in Central PA, upcoming projects, and making new connections within the industry. Be sure to stop by our booth. We hope to see you there!

ARM Group's President and CEO, Bryan M. Wehler, P.E., P.G. just presented at the 8th Annual Pennsylvania Renewable Energy Summit

BBauer@armgroup.net (Bryant Bauer) — Mon, 14 Mar 2022 19:23:34 GMT

ARM Group's President and CEO, Bryan M. Wehler, P.E., P.G. just presented at the 8th Annual Pennsylvania Renewable Energy Summit at the Penn Harris Hotel in Camp Hill, PA! Bryan discussed ARM's extensive experience developing solar on distressed sites such as brownfields, abandoned mine lands, and landfills.

Additionally, various other topics such as Workforce Training, Solar Permitting, and Solar Applications and more were covered by respected professionals in the renewable energy industry.

ARM Group also exhibited at the summit, presenting turn-key services for the solar industry in the Mid-Atlantic region.

ARM Group has recently been named as a Top Engineering Company by the Pittsburgh Business Times!

BBauer@armgroup.net (Bryant Bauer) — Wed, 09 Mar 2022 20:21:36 GMT

ARM Group has recently been named as a Top Engineering Company by the Pittsburgh Business Times ! This year, we were ranked #18, moving up a spot from #19 last year! We would like to thank our employees for their hard work and continually contributing to the success of ARM Group.

Congratulations to all these ARM Group employees on their recent promotions!

BBauer@armgroup.net (Bryant Bauer) — Mon, 07 Mar 2022 20:20:24 GMT

Congratulations to all these ARM Group employees on their recent promotions! Thank you for all of your hard work and keep working to be the best you can be!

ARM Group welcomes Andrew Reese!

BBauer@armgroup.net (Bryant Bauer) — Fri, 04 Mar 2022 20:18:25 GMT

ARM Group welcomes Andrew Reese as a Senior Scientist & Project Manager for our Renewable Energy Practice Area! Andrew is a Juniata College graduate with a Bachelor of Science in Biology and minor in Business Economics and possesses a diverse background in the planning, design, and implementation of both Environmental and Civil engineering projects.

Andrew will provide our clients with extensive experience on projects ranging from grant writing, master planning, site development, stormwater management, erosion and sediment control, renewable energy, solid waste, wetlands and waterways, water, wastewater, green infrastructure, environmental compliance, remediation, and environmental due diligence.

In his free time, Andrew enjoys being in the outdoors, exercise, golf, skiing, mountain biking, music, arts, photography, and traveling.

ARM Group’s Michelle Cohen recently attended the CASA Career Fair!

BBauer@armgroup.net (Bryant Bauer) — Thu, 03 Mar 2022 20:12:32 GMT

ARM Group’s M ichelle Cohen recently attended the CASA Career Fair to discuss the many benefits of working as a biologist in the environmental consulting industry.

We are excited to announce the promotion of Jason “Jay” L. Laub, P.E. to Principal Engineer!

BBauer@armgroup.net (Bryant Bauer) — Mon, 28 Feb 2022 15:12:48 GMT

We are excited to announce the promotion of Jason “Jay” L. Laub, P.E. to Principal Engineer! Since joining us in 2016, Jason Laub, P.E. has provided outstanding service to our clients and exceptional leadership within our Solid Waste Practice, our Lehigh Valley Office, and as a member of our Board of Managers.

With 20+ years of professional experience in the environmental consulting industry including solid waste management, wastewater treatment design and discharge permitting, landfill gas-to-energy system design and construction, stormwater management, and geotechnical analyses, Jay’s unique combination of technical and leadership excellence will continue to add substantial value to ARM’s clients as well as the internal teams that he leads.

Jay holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Environmental Systems Engineering and Geo-Environmental Engineering from Penn State University and is a licensed Professional Engineer in Pennsylvania. In his new role, we are confident Jay will continue to drive technical excellence, professional leadership and strategic growth throughout the markets that ARM serves. Congratulations Jay!

ARM Group’s Benjamin Allen, P.E., Jason Laub, P.E., and Daniel Fellon, P.E. are attending the Global Waste Management Symposium!

BBauer@armgroup.net (Bryant Bauer) — Mon, 28 Feb 2022 15:10:51 GMT

AR M Group’s Benjamin Allen, P.E. , Jason Laub, P.E. , and Daniel Fellon, P.E. are attending the Global Waste Management Symposium learning about breakthrough research and world-class content in the solid waste industry and networking with solid waste professionals and decision-makers from around the world. We are also soaking in some sunny California weather, a great escape from the snow in February!

Did you know that Renewable Energy Consumption is projected to DOUBLE within the next 20 years?

BBauer@armgroup.net (Bryant Bauer) — Mon, 28 Feb 2022 15:06:57 GMT

Did you know that Renewable Energy Consumption is projected to DOUBLE within the next 20 years? Additionally, there are an estimated $12 trillion worth of assets in the US being managed with sustainability goals in mind, and that is expected to grow by $20 trillion in the next 20 years.

An Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Score ranks a company on a scale from 1-10 on a variety of factors such as energy efficiency, worker safety, and board independence. ESG Scores have the potential to impact companies in a variety of ways including the analysis of non-financial factors, share prices, and assess the readiness of the company in event of new risks that would affect the company.

ESG linked investments continue to surge around the country and companies are realizing just how important (and complicated) it can be to manage and attain these ESG goals. It can require extensive evaluation and a large number of dedicated resources, but solar can be a timely and profitable solution.

ARM Group can develop or procure clean energy in a way that not only improves your ESG score, but also enhances your bottom line. Whether it is through a power purchase agreement, on-site renewable energy development, or the establishment of a resilient and flexible microgrid to enable various energy sources to be utilized, ARM Group will help identify and implement the right solution for your business. Start improving your ESG score today by contacting Tim Williams at twilliams@armgroup.net .

Happy National Boy Scout Day!

BBauer@armgroup.net (Bryant Bauer) — Mon, 28 Feb 2022 15:01:48 GMT

Happy National Boy Scout Day! ARM Group was proud to partner with Boy Scout Troop 31 in State College, PA on an Eagle Scout service project which featured design and construction of a 20′ x 30′ elevated wooden deck, which made use of a previously unusable area at the Park Forest Pool. Thank you to all who have served as Boy Scouts and those that are troop leaders!

Happy Groundhog’s Day!

BBauer@armgroup.net (Bryant Bauer) — Mon, 28 Feb 2022 15:00:12 GMT

Happy Groundhog’s Day! Even though Punxsutawney Phil forecasted six more weeks of winter, we’re thinking of past summer projects! Check out the warm weather photo taken from a recent landfill expansion. The mitigation was required to offset the permanent loss of stream and wetland impacts resulting from the landfill expansion.

ARM Group’s Tim Williams was pleased to collaborate with influential solar advocates!

BBauer@armgroup.net (Bryant Bauer) — Mon, 28 Feb 2022 14:55:22 GMT

ARM Group LLC’s Jarod Constable was invited to present on Well Site Construction to 28 Safety Management Major undergraduate students at Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania.

BBauer@armgroup.net (Bryant Bauer) — Wed, 23 Feb 2022 15:20:57 GMT

ARM Group LLC’s Jarod Constable was invited to present on Well Site Construction to 28 Safety Management Major undergraduate students at Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania . The presentation was part of the Energy Exploration – SAFE 378 course. In addition to discussing safety in regards to well site construction in the Appalachian Basin, Jarod also touched on the initial phases prior to well construction, consisting of permitting, natural resources and geotechnical/geohazard investigations.

Prior to the presentation, Assistant Professor David Renz, CSP, MBA of the Safety Management Department was able to give Jarod a tour of Slippery Rock’s recently renovated Strain Safety Building. This state-of-the-art building features a 2,800 square foot high bay lab, including a 2.5-ton crane, 144 square foot confined space simulator, arc flash simulator, and a pipe array for lockout tagout application to teach students proper safety procedures with heavy equipment. Much of the equipment and displays were donated by safety vendors partnering with the SRU Safety Management program to provide the students a hands-on learning experience and prepare them for the workforce.

ARM Group’s Wade Anundson presented to senior engineering students at Lafayette College!

BBauer@armgroup.net (Bryant Bauer) — Thu, 10 Feb 2022 15:05:15 GMT

ARM Group’s Wade Anundson presented to senior engineering students at Lafayette College today about Geotechnical Engineering & Geophysics topics relating to their Capstone project. The students are performing and evaluation of a water line replacement for the local community, including a proposed river crossing. Wade discussed the real-world application of geotechnical and geophysical techniques and how these techniques applied to their project.

ARM Group welcomes our new CAMCO hires!

BBauer@armgroup.net (Bryant Bauer) — Fri, 28 Jan 2022 15:28:56 GMT

ARM Group welcomes our new CAMCO hires!

Did you know that the State of New Jersey administers a revolving loan program?

BBauer@armgroup.net (Bryant Bauer) — Fri, 28 Jan 2022 15:22:57 GMT

Did you know that the State of New Jersey administers a revolving loan program called the “Dam Restoration and Inland Water Projects Loan Program” which currently plans to provide for $45 million of low interest loans to successful applicants? Ongoing climate change and severity of weather events is continuing to impact the requirements associated with spillway design capacity to accommodate these events. ARM Group is ready to help you evaluate the status of your facility and develop a reasonable and proactive Schedule of Compliance. ARM Group specializes in inspections, regulatory compliance, and hazard classification as well as possesses the in-house capability to assess, analyze, and design a wide range of improvements that may be required for you to own and operate a compliant facility.

To learn more about what ARM Group can offer you and your regulated dam facility, email Kevin Yezdimer at kyezdimer@armgroup.net !

ARM Group recently partnered with the Wildlands Conservancy!

BBauer@armgroup.net (Bryant Bauer) — Fri, 28 Jan 2022 15:16:06 GMT

ARM Group recently partnered with the Wildlands Conservancy to provide engineering design, environmental review and emergency permitting services for the installation of 300 linear feet of stream stabilization to reduce bank erosion and property loss. This resulted in the protection of a local bridge’s infrastructure, improved stream flow patterns, and improved water quality.

These solutions were a part of Plainfield Township’s (Northampton County) Pollutant Reduction Plan (PRP) and satisfied the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection’s National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) requirements. Are you interested to see how ARM Group’s natural resource services and engineering team can assist you on your next project? Go to https://www.armgroup.net/Natural-Resources or email Michelle Cohen at MCohen@armgroup.net to learn how we can provide you with Precise, Responsive, Solutions.

Happy Cut Your Energy Cost Day!

BBauer@armgroup.net (Bryant Bauer) — Fri, 28 Jan 2022 14:57:05 GMT

Today is Cut Your Energy Cost Day! As more states continue to remove solar energy barriers and make government funding available to promote the installation of renewable energy systems, let ARM Group help you navigate your next solar project! Check out https://www.armgroup.net/renewable-energy to find out how we can provide the unique expertise and resources to expedite your solar and battery storage development goals and project schedules.

Look To See What Our Clients Say!

BBauer@armgroup.net (Bryant Bauer) — Fri, 28 Jan 2022 14:50:53 GMT

Don’t take our word about our commitment to providing Precise. Responsive. Solutions. Check out what our customers are saying!

ARM Group’s Tim Williams was pleased to collaborate with influential solar advocates!

BBauer@armgroup.net (Bryant Bauer) — Fri, 28 Jan 2022 04:41:46 GMT

ARM Group’s Tim Williams was pleased to collaborate with influential solar advocates for a PA Legislative Services newspaper article discussing the benefits of solar energy projects on abandoned mine lands. Check out the article here: https://paenvironmentdaily.blogspot.com/2022/01/advocating-for-solar-energy-projects-on.html?fbclid=IwAR3CLGHfw2yXmkAo-wlBAfmn9nW0kTXOOBfgFuJN8wtYNUFaWl-iPVCHLi8

Happy New Year From ARM Group!

BBauer@armgroup.net (Bryant Bauer) — Mon, 03 Jan 2022 13:53:12 GMT

Happy New Year from ARM Group!

Merry Christmas from your friends at ARM Group!

BBauer@armgroup.net (Bryant Bauer) — Thu, 30 Dec 2021 18:58:19 GMT

Merry Christmas from your friends at ARM Group!

The ARM Group family tried their hand at poetry, reading A Visit from St. Nicholas (The Night Before Christmas) by Clement Clarke Moore!

BBauer@armgroup.net (Bryant Bauer) — Thu, 30 Dec 2021 18:55:44 GMT

The ARM Group family tried their hand at poetry, reading A Visit from St. Nicholas (The Night Before Christmas) by Clement Clarke Moore!

Congratulations to ARM Group’s Kyle Johnson, P.E. for being promoted to Project Engineer II!

BBauer@armgroup.net (Bryant Bauer) — Thu, 30 Dec 2021 18:45:29 GMT

Congratulations to ARM Group’s Kyle Johnson, P.E. for being promoted to Project Engineer II. Kyle has a wealth of knowledge and experience in engineering design, permitting, and construction management related to solid waste, geotechnical, and natural gas development projects. Kyle recently passed his P.E. exam to join the ranks of ARM Group’s list of experienced Professional Engineers that put our clients first!

ARM was recently contracted by the Veterans Club of State College

BBauer@armgroup.net (Bryant Bauer) — Thu, 30 Dec 2021 18:25:13 GMT

ARM was recently contracted by the Veterans Club of State College to manage and oversee the removal of two unregulated petroleum underground storage tanks (USTs) located on club property in preparation for the sale of the property. ARM oversaw UST purging, cleaning, and removal activities as well as soil excavation, backfilling operations, post-removal confirmatory soil sampling, waste disposal and regulatory reporting. ARM’s work on this project aided in the successful sale of the property which ultimately lead to the club being able to acquire a property to serve as housing for veteran students attending PSU. ARM was honored to be apart of this project and for the opportunity to be of service to our local veterans club.

Does your company need assistance with storage tank management such as the assessment of primary/secondary containment, Spill and emergency preparedness plans, removals, and release response and cleanup? Visit https://lnkd.in/d2j8rJR3 to learn more about our storage tank management services we provide, or email Charlie Burger, P.G. at CBurger@ARMGroup.net , or Scott Milchak at Smilchak@armgroup.net to learn about how we can assist you with your next project!

With less then 2 weeks until Christmas, ARM Group's Canonsburg office gets in the Holiday Spirit!

BBauer@armgroup.net (Bryant Bauer) — Tue, 14 Dec 2021 13:20:49 GMT

With less then 2 weeks until Christmas, ARM Group's Canonsburg office gets in the Holiday spirit!

Our project of the week is the 2018 Silver Builder Project of the Year!

BBauer@armgroup.net (Bryant Bauer) — Mon, 13 Dec 2021 14:28:11 GMT

Our project of the week is the 2018 Silver Builder Project of the Year! ARM Group partnered with EDF Renewable Energy in South Hadley, MA to provide geotechnical, electrical, structural, and civil engineering services for an 18 MW Annapolis Landfill Solar Project that includes 55,000 solar panels installed over 80 acres of a geosynthetic capped landfill. During this project, ARM Group coordinated with Baltimore Gas & Electric (BGE) and Maryland Department of the Environment (MDE) to upgrade the design of the solar module wattage as well as perform shading analyses, electrical and geotechnical site inspections. The EDF Renewable Energy Solar Project helped Maryland comply with its requirement of obtaining 25 percent of their power from renewable sources by 2020. The solar park, which was built on a closed landfill in Annapolis, Maryland, is the largest ever constructed on a landfill cap in North America and produces about 24GWh of power annually.

As solar panel costs continue to decrease, now is the time to install a clean and cost-effective energy source for your business or community! Contact Tim Williams at TWilliams@ARMGroup.net to take your next steps into the future using renewable energy!

ARM Group’s Wendy M Pelky, P.E. and Michael Race attended Hart Energy’s DUG East and Marcellus-Utica Midstream Conference and Exhibition

BBauer@armgroup.net (Bryant Bauer) — Mon, 13 Dec 2021 14:26:30 GMT

ARM Group’s Wendy M Pelky, P.E. and Michael Race attended Hart Energy ’s DUG East and Marcellus-Utica Midstream Conference and Exhibition at the David L. Lawrence Convention Center this week. Wendy and Michael joined a community of regional oil & gas leaders, national analytical energy experts, and Appalachia services providers in discussing the encouraging 2022 outlook of the U.S. shale plays. Our team heard research-backed sessions, got expert advice on specific challenges, and interacted with business partners, clients, and prospects in preparation for what is expected to be an exciting year for ARM’s Natural Gas Services team!

ARM Group recognizes Wildlife Conservation Day and is committed to doing our part in preserving our wildlife resources!

BBauer@armgroup.net (Bryant Bauer) — Mon, 13 Dec 2021 14:19:55 GMT

ARM Group recognizes Wildlife Conservation Day and is committed to doing our part in preserving our wildlife resources!

ARM Enertech welcomes Usman Mirza, PE as an Electrical Engineer.

BBauer@armgroup.net (Bryant Bauer) — Mon, 13 Dec 2021 14:18:41 GMT

ARM Enertech welcomes Usman Mirza, PE as an Electrical Engineer. Usman has his P.E. certification in Maryland, Texas, and Pennsylvania and has a strong background in solar as well as experience in projects ranging from utility scale to commercial and residential projects as well as utility scale PV systems, energy storage, landfill and floating solar experience. Usman will be supporting ARM’s renewable practice area and establishing an ARM Enertech office in Houston, Texas.

Happy Thanksgiving from ARM Group!

BBauer@armgroup.net (Bryant Bauer) — Mon, 13 Dec 2021 14:17:15 GMT

Happy Thanksgiving from ARM Group!

ARM Group’s Michelle Cohen recently volunteered at the Riparian Buffer Planting Event

BBauer@armgroup.net (Bryant Bauer) — Mon, 13 Dec 2021 14:15:26 GMT

ARM Group’s M ichelle Cohen recently volunteered at the Riparian Buffer Planting Event with Manada Conservancy, Crestview HOA, and Penn State University. Volunteers planted trees and live stakes in a community park in Hummelstown along the banks of Beaver Creek!

Happy GIS Day from ARM Group!

BBauer@armgroup.net (Bryant Bauer) — Mon, 13 Dec 2021 14:12:42 GMT

Happy GIS Day from ARM Group! And a special thanks to our GIS professionals, Alexander Lawson and Michael Bender , for all of their hard work!

ARM Enertech’s Larry Summerville is attending the American Public Transportation Association Conference

BBauer@armgroup.net (Bryant Bauer) — Mon, 13 Dec 2021 14:10:05 GMT

ARM Enertech’s Larry Summerville is attending the American Public Transportation Association Conference in Orlando Florida with Sécheron SA , an electrical engineering company based out of Geneva, Switzerland!

Happy Veterans Day from ARM Group!

BBauer@armgroup.net (Bryant Bauer) — Mon, 13 Dec 2021 14:08:54 GMT

Happy Veterans Day from ARM Group!

ARM Group was pleased to attend and sponsor the Statewide Conference for Watershed Organizations!

BBauer@armgroup.net (Bryant Bauer) — Mon, 13 Dec 2021 14:07:23 GMT

ARM Group was pleased to attend and sponsor the Statewide Conference for Watershed Organizations at the Wyndham Gardens Hotel and Conference Center in State College, PA.

ARM Group had a great time at our annual golf tournament at the Deer Valley Resort Golf Course in Hummelsville, PA!

BBauer@armgroup.net (Bryant Bauer) — Mon, 13 Dec 2021 14:06:01 GMT

ARM Group had a great time at our annual golf tournament at the Deer Valley Resort Golf Course in Hummelsville, PA!

ARM Group toured the Nittany 1 Solar Project!

BBauer@armgroup.net (Bryant Bauer) — Mon, 13 Dec 2021 14:02:29 GMT

ARM Group toured the Nittany 1 Solar Project in Franklin County this week! Nittany 1 is part of three locations that encompass 500 acres of land and houses 150,000 solar panels. This $75MM project is owned and operated by Lightsource bp . The Pennsylvania State University is purchasing all the electricity (70 MW), under a 25-year agreement with Lightsource bp. This $75 million project saves over $14MM through solar’s lower cost for electricity and gives PSU a long-term budget certainty.

The tour, sponsored by SEIA Vic , Lightsource bp , Pine Gate Renewables , Prospect14 , Sol Systems , Cypress Creek Renewables , Pattern Energy Group and Community Energy, Inc. , included members of the Pennsylvania Legislature. The attendees left with a first-hand understanding of a solar farm development project and long-term operations and maintenance, which included livestock grazing within and surrounding the facility’s footprint.

In its first year if operation, the Nittany Solar Projects produced 100-million kilowatt hours, supplying 25% of Penn State University's statewide electricity needs as well as reducing their Greenhouse Gas Emissions by 35%! Dozens of similar facilities are currently pending throughout the state of Pennsylvania. If you are interested in learning more about the benefits of solar, contact Tim Williams at @TWilliams@ARMGroup.net

Happy Halloween from ARM Group!

BBauer@armgroup.net (Bryant Bauer) — Mon, 13 Dec 2021 13:57:45 GMT

Happy Halloween from ARM Group!

ARM Enertech welcomes Sumit Verma as an Electrical Engineer!

BBauer@armgroup.net (Bryant Bauer) — Mon, 13 Dec 2021 13:48:42 GMT

ARM Enertech welcomes Sumit Verma as an Electrical Engineer in our Mechanicsburg Office. Sumit is a 2021 Penn State University of Harrisburg Graduate with a master’s degree in Electrical Engineering with a focus on Power. Sumit has previous experience in Electrical Engineering as a lab assistant that developed programs to integrate with automation devices such as programmable logic controllers (PLCs) and multiple protection replays.

ARM EnerTech welcomes Beth Burkett as an Electrical Engineer!

BBauer@armgroup.net (Bryant Bauer) — Mon, 13 Dec 2021 13:47:36 GMT

ARM EnerTech welcomes Beth Burkett as an Electrical Engineer in our Johnstown office.

Beth is a 2015 University of Pittsburgh Johnstown Graduate with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering and a minor in mathematics and has recently passed the Fundamentals of Engineering Exam. Beth has previous experience in designing power, lighting, grounding systems, and more.

Congratulations to both ARM CAMCO and ARM Enertech for passing their ISO 9001 certified quality audits!

BBauer@armgroup.net (Bryant Bauer) — Mon, 13 Dec 2021 13:46:16 GMT

Congratulations to both ARM CAMCO and ARM Enertech for passing their ISO 9001 certified quality audits! ISO 9001 is a quality management system that provides a framework and set of principles that fosters continuous improvement and ensure a common-sense approach to providing quality services focused on customer satisfaction. ARM Enertech successfully passed their 9001 Recertification Audit, renewing their certification through 2024. ARM CAMCO passed their ISO 9001 Surveillance Audit, which verifies the company is meeting key elements of the ISO standard.

The America Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) released an update to its Phase I Environmental Site Assessment (ESA) Standard on November 1, 2021.

BBauer@armgroup.net (Bryant Bauer) — Tue, 23 Nov 2021 18:19:59 GMT

The America Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) released an update to its Phase I Environmental Site Assessment (ESA) Standard on November 1, 2021. This update is part of ASTM’s 8-year cycle for changes to the Standard, the last update was made official in 2013. This new Standard (1527-21) has not yet been adopted by the United States Environmental Protection Agency (USEPA) through official rulemaking as meeting its All Appropriate Inquiry (AAI) Rule as outlined in 40 CFR Part 312. Regardless, prospective buyers, lenders, owners, and lessee’s of Real Property relying on environmental due diligence protection under the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act (CERCLA) of 1980 should be aware of the new ASTM Standard 1527-21. This new standard will most likely be adopted by the USEPA sometime in 2022 as meeting its AAI Rule. The new ASTM Standard contains several changes from the prior ASTM Standard (1527-13); however, the changes do not represent a significant alteration to the way environmental due diligence is to be conducted. If you rely on environmental due diligence in your property transactions please contact ARM Group LLC to discuss the Phase I ESA process and the ASTM Phase I ESA Standard update today!

ARM Group’s Director of Growth, Tim Williams, was recently interviewed by New Project Media

BBauer@armgroup.net (Bryant Bauer) — Fri, 08 Oct 2021 19:12:47 GMT

ARM Group’s Director of Growth, Tim Williams, was recently interviewed by New Project Media's Andrew Burnes to discuss the new solar regulations in Delaware, which will allow ARM Group to assist in increasing solar production in the state!

Williams and Burnes spoke about the current state of solar production in Delaware and ARM Group’s plans to help citizens of Delaware reap the benefits of solar based community projects after the passing of SB 33 and SB 2.

ARM Group has a wide variety of solar experience, completing large-scale projects such as the EDF Renewables 18 MW DC Annapolis Landfill project, which was the winner of the 2018 Solar Builder Silver Project of the Year. We also provide a breadth of experience and expertise for smaller projects, such as Country Meadows Retirement Community Solar Project, for which we designed and built a 1 MW Solar Field to offset electricity consumption in the retirement community, as well as enhance the property for community residents.

To read the full article and conversation between Williams and Burnes, follow the link below

https://newprojectmedia.com/source-share

If you are interested in checking out more about ARM Group’s solar services, check out our website: https://www.armgroup.net/renewable-energy

ARM Group's Tim Williams is happy to attend the Pennsylvania Economic Development Association’s (PEDA) 2021 Fall Conference

BBauer@armgroup.net (Bryant Bauer) — Fri, 08 Oct 2021 19:09:40 GMT

ARM Group's Tim Williams is happy to attend the Pennsylvania Economic Development Association ’s (PEDA) 2021 Fall Conference at Valley Forge Casino Resort . This conference brings together a multitude of PA professionals representing economic and community development at the municipal, county, regional, and state levels.

PEDA is a statewide organization representing economic development professionals and provides opportunities to share best practices that enhance the professional dialogue and support local, regional, and state economic development initiatives.

We are pleased to participate this year!

Congratulations to ARM Enertech’s Ben Watkins, P.E. for being promoted to Vice President of Southeast US Operations!

BBauer@armgroup.net (Bryant Bauer) — Fri, 08 Oct 2021 19:08:15 GMT

Congratulations to ARM Enertech’s Ben Watkins, P.E. for being promoted to Vice President of Southeast US Operations! Ben has been working with ARM Enertech for over 10 years now and has many milestones in that time, including obtaining his Professional Engineering License, acquiring his master’s degree in Electrical Engineering from Iowa State University and being instrumental in the opening of AETA’s newest office in Cary, North Carolina! Ben will be responsible for business development efforts, client perception of ARM Enertech’s ability to provide quality technical services, and a representation of AETA’s commitment to grow the business.

ARM Group recently participated and sponsored two holes at the National Waste & Recycling Association (NWRA) Maryland Chapter Golf Classic

BBauer@armgroup.net (Bryant Bauer) — Fri, 08 Oct 2021 19:06:57 GMT

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ARM Group recently participated and sponsored two holes at the National Waste & Recycling Association (NWRA) Maryland Chapter Golf Classic at the Greystone Golf & Country Club golf course in Whitehall, Maryland! Proceeds from the tournament benefitted the NWRA Maryland Chapter's legislative & advocacy efforts, educational programs, and the local community!

ARM's Wendy Pelky, P.E., and Michael Race, P.E. had a great time at SHALE INSIGHT 2021

BBauer@armgroup.net (Bryant Bauer) — Fri, 08 Oct 2021 19:03:05 GMT

ARM's Wendy Pelky, P.E., and Michael Race, P.E. had a great time at SHALE INSIGHT 2021 on the bayfront in Erie, PA. ARM is excited about the future of the US natural gas industry and continuing to assist operators in exceeding their production, revenue and corporate ESG goals.

ARM Enertech & Brookville Equipment Corp. Liberty NXT Streetcar

BBauer@armgroup.net (Bryant Bauer) — Fri, 08 Oct 2021 17:49:11 GMT

ARM Enertech recently partnered with Brookville Equipment Corporation to help improve Tempe, Arizona’s infrastructure through their Liberty NXT Streetcar, an off-line streetcar designed to connect citizens as well as students at Arizona State University (ASU) with the surrounding community!

Happy First Day of Fall!

BBauer@armgroup.net (Bryant Bauer) — Fri, 08 Oct 2021 17:36:10 GMT

Happy first day of Fall from ARM Group!

Come visit ARM Group at the Bucknell University Job Fair today!

BBauer@armgroup.net (Bryant Bauer) — Tue, 21 Sep 2021 18:03:54 GMT

Come visit ARM Group at the Bucknell University Job Fair today from 11am-3pm to learn more about the exciting career opportunities we have, or go to https://www.armgroup.net/careers !

ARM Group is pleased to announce we have once again been named as one of Central Penn Business Journal’s (CPBJ) 2021 Fastest Growing Companies!

BBauer@armgroup.net (Bryant Bauer) — Mon, 20 Sep 2021 18:24:11 GMT

ARM Group is pleased to announce we have once again been named as one of Central Penn Business Journal’s (CPBJ) 2021 Fastest Growing Companies; this year being ranked 11th in the region.

Every year, the CPBJ highlights the region’s businesses that have made significant contributions to the strength of the local economy. The winners are determined by Baker Tilly, using a combination of dollar growth and percentage of growth to select the Top 50 from the pool of hundreds of nominees.

“ARM’s growth is the result of our truly incredible people and their steadfast commitment to growth as a means of providing greater opportunity for one another, while expanding how we can serve our customers. As an employee-owned business, our focus on growth creates upward mobility, excitement, and helps us to attract and retain the very best people, while applying science and engineering to leave the world better than we found it” said Bryan Wehler, P.E., P.G., ARM Group CEO and President.

ARM had a sweet (and tangy) time sponsoring and attending at the Williams Annual BBQ Cookoff in Tunkhannock, PA!

BBauer@armgroup.net (Bryant Bauer) — Mon, 20 Sep 2021 15:10:08 GMT

ARM had a sweet (and tangy) time sponsoring and attending at the Williams Annual BBQ Cookoff in Tunkhannock, PA! Thanks to everyone who provided some amazing BBQ!

Today, we remember the American lives that we lost in the attack on the Twin Towers on this day 20 Years ago.

BBauer@armgroup.net (Bryant Bauer) — Mon, 20 Sep 2021 15:06:00 GMT

Today, we remember the American lives that we lost in the attack on the Twin Towers on this day 20 Years ago. Thank you to all the first responders that ran to provide light on one of America’s darkest days. We will never forget.

ARM Group recognizes National Suicide Awareness Day.

BBauer@armgroup.net (Bryant Bauer) — Mon, 20 Sep 2021 15:02:33 GMT

Depression is a mood disorder that affects over 18 million adults yearly and is one of the largest contributors to suicide annually. There are resources for those out there who are suffering and want to reach out for help. The National Suicide Hotline is free and available 24/7 and they can be reached at (800)273-8255. Opening up to another about how you are feeling is the first step to recovery, and the hotline is one resource out of many.

Those who know someone suffering from depression, you can help them through the five action steps by #BeThe1To . For more information on how you can help someone suffering from depression through these steps, visit https://www.bethe1to.com/bethe1to-steps-evidence/

We had a great time at the annual ARM CAMCO Golf Tournament!

BBauer@armgroup.net (Bryant Bauer) — Mon, 20 Sep 2021 14:56:50 GMT

We had a great time at the annual ARM CAMCO Golf Tournament!

Happy Labor Day from ARM Group!

BBauer@armgroup.net (Bryant Bauer) — Mon, 20 Sep 2021 14:49:02 GMT

Happy Labor Day from ARM Group!

Here at ARM, we understand the challenges and responsibilities that come along with maintaining a compliant dam/flood control facility.

BBauer@armgroup.net (Bryant Bauer) — Mon, 20 Sep 2021 14:44:06 GMT

Here at ARM, we understand the challenges and responsibilities that come along with maintaining a compliant dam/flood control facility. We specialize in Regulatory Compliance, Dam Improvement, Dam Removal, Regular/Formal Dam Inspections in accordance with N.J.A.C. 7:20 and more! Government funding is becoming available this fall, and we can help you navigate the funding as well. Contact Kevin Yezdimer at kyezdimer@armgroup.net now for more info!

ARM Group’s Daniel Fellon, P.E. and Scott Wendling, P.G. presented at the Environmental Research & Education Foundation (EREF)!

BBauer@armgroup.net (Bryant Bauer) — Mon, 20 Sep 2021 14:40:09 GMT

ARM Group’s Daniel Fellon, P.E. and Scott Wendling , P.G. presented at the Environmental Research & Education Foundation (EREF) conference in Columbus, Ohio on emerging topics in landfill management, such as using advanced geophysical methods to characterize solid waste sites and applications to support liquids management and operational stability!

ARM Group Can Help You Take Advantage of the Delaware Community Solar Changes!

BBauer@armgroup.net (Bryant Bauer) — Wed, 01 Sep 2021 16:47:03 GMT

ARM Group Can Help You Take Advantage of the Delaware Community Solar Changes!

Delaware currently ranks 40th overall in solar energy production, partially due to the current laws which make it difficult for community solar development. However, the recently passed Delaware Senate Bill 2, which focuses on Community Solar, removes community solar barriers, and paves the way for clean energy development in the state. With a renewable energy goal of 40%, 10% being solar generated by 2035, Delaware’s legislators expect “The First State” to become a leader in the renewable energy marketplace and encourage other states to promote green initiatives.

The bill encourages private developer participation, now allowing private developers to serve medical centers, colleges, new residential construction, and disadvantaged communities. The current Code requires private developers to be connected via a one feed system, and limits the size of a solar system to 2 megawatts. The feeder restriction has now been lifted, and the system size has been increased to 4 megawatts, which opens the market to many interested solar developers.

The legislation also requires the utility to allow the electricity produced by the community solar facility to be credited directly to each of the consumers that owns a share of the system, which will greatly offset the cost of electric rates, which are currently 20% higher than most other states.

Contact ARM Group today to discuss how you can be a part of reaching Delaware’s energy goals by incorporating solar into your next project. Please contact Tim Williams at twilliams@armgroup.net for more information.

ARM Group is proud to have participated in the 24th annual Coaches Vs Cancer (CvC) Golf Tournament

BBauer@armgroup.net (Bryant Bauer) — Wed, 01 Sep 2021 16:44:28 GMT

ARM Group is proud to have participated in the 24th annual Coaches Vs Cancer (CvC) Golf Tournament at the Penn State University Golf Courses. CvC works with the American Cancer Society to raise funds in the fight to end cancer. Through CvC’s actions and contributions from you, they have seen a 20% decline in cancer death rates in the past 30 years.

Thank you to Scott Walker , Michael Martin and ARM Group’s Wendy M Pelky, P.E. for putting this event together in association with Head Coach Micah Shrewsberry and Penn State University Men’s Basketball.

The Brood X cicadas may be gone but their presence is still being felt!

BBauer@armgroup.net (Bryant Bauer) — Wed, 01 Sep 2021 16:21:12 GMT

The Brood X cicadas may be gone but their presence is still being felt—literally! Mysterious bites that cause painful itching and welts are appearing on many people in regions that experienced the periodical cicada invasion. The likely culprits are oak leaf itch mites, also known as Pyemotes, which are feeding on cicada eggs that were laid in the slits of branches on oak trees. The bugs are virtually invisible to the naked eye and can fall from trees that have cicada nests.
The bites are typically found on the upper body and are similar to that of a chigger bite. You may not know you’ve been attacked until the symptoms appear about 10-16 hours after the bite and may last for up to two weeks. Try not to scratch the bites since that could lead to infection. Contact your health care provider if the itching becomes intense. The good news? These Pyemotes should be gone by November, so be careful under Oak Trees until then

ARM Group is pleased to attend, exhibit, and present at this year's Pennsylvania Rural Water Association conference!

BBauer@armgroup.net (Bryant Bauer) — Wed, 01 Sep 2021 16:19:24 GMT

ARM Group is pleased to attend, exhibit, and present at this year's Pennsylvania Rural Water Association conference, held at the Penn Stater in State College. The conference is the largest in PA for water and wastewater operators.

Chester County Solid Waste Authority Lanchester Landfill Geophysical Study

BBauer@armgroup.net (Bryant Bauer) — Wed, 25 Aug 2021 15:17:31 GMT

Check out ARM's recent electrical resistivity and MASW survey, completed by our in-house geophysics team, to supplement subsurface data for a solid waste facility MSE berm construction!

Come visit ARM Group staff at the 2021 Pennsylvania Rural Water Conference in State College – August 24-26!

BBauer@armgroup.net (Bryant Bauer) — Wed, 25 Aug 2021 15:07:25 GMT

Come visit ARM Group staff at the 2021 Pennsylvania Rural Water Conference in State College – August 24-26. Chris Finton, P.G. will be a co-instructor at the Groundwater Supply Development in Pennsylvania training course on Tuesday, August 24. https://www.prwa.com/annual-conference

ARM Group welcomes Zachary Klueber as a project engineer!

BBauer@armgroup.net (Bryant Bauer) — Wed, 25 Aug 2021 15:01:56 GMT

ARM Group welcomes Zachary Klueber as a project engineer working in our State College office as part of the Renewable Energy practice area.

Zachary has extensive experience as a design engineer/project manager for stormwater management projects, including stormwater design, erosion and sediment control plans, permitting, invoice review, and correspondence with team members, clients and review agencies. Zachary has experience with site grading, utility design, construction cost estimates and bid documents. He also has experience with preparing as-built plans and Notice of Termination documents for recording to close out NPDES permits, has prepared PaDEP General Permit applications and PennDOT Highway Occupancy Permits.

Zachary is a 2017 graduate of Penn State University with a Bachelor’s of Science degree in Agricultural and Biological Engineering and minors in Environmental Engineering, Watersheds and Water Resources and History and has his Engineer In Training certification. In his free time, Zachary enjoys spending time outdoors, gardening, and watching Pittsburgh and Penn State Sports.

ARM Group is hiring!

BBauer@armgroup.net (Bryant Bauer) — Wed, 25 Aug 2021 14:57:01 GMT

ARM is hiring a Solar Electrical Engineer (Hershey, PA or Johnstown, PA) and a Solar Project Engineer (Hershey, PA). Check out our website for details and to apply: https://www.armgroup.net/hershey-jobs

ARM welcomes Rory Farester-Hohl as a staff engineer!

BBauer@armgroup.net (Bryant Bauer) — Wed, 25 Aug 2021 14:45:33 GMT

ARM welcomes Rory Farester-Hohl as a staff engineer working from the State College office as part of our Natural Gas Services practice area.

Rory is a recent graduate from Penn State University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering. While at Penn State, Rory completed an internship with Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) District 10, completing project documentation and assisting with project management and inspection services for full width paving and patching. Rory’s has had experience with AutoCAD Civil3D, ArcGIS, MATLAB, HEC-HMS, and HEC-RAS software, design of roadway alignments, and implementation of surveying fundamentals using total stations.

Outside of work, Rory enjoys hiking, biking, and sketching charcoal portraits!

ARM CAMCO erected a flagpole to showcase American worker pride!

BBauer@armgroup.net (Bryant Bauer) — Wed, 25 Aug 2021 14:40:52 GMT

ARM CAMCO erected a flagpole to showcase American worker pride. The flagpole was dedicated in a ceremony by Representatives of the Ebensburg VFW Auxiliary Post 4963 and American Legion Post 363. A now retired CAMCO employee, Ralph Paterson, suggested the idea and lead the ceremony by raising old glory.

Happy National Intern Day!

BBauer@armgroup.net (Bryant Bauer) — Fri, 30 Jul 2021 14:10:10 GMT

Happy National Intern Day! ARM Group is proud of all our interns this summer and thank them for the exceptional work they’ve done!

ARM CAMCO's Alex Summerville works on Virginia Infrastructure

BBauer@armgroup.net (Bryant Bauer) — Fri, 30 Jul 2021 13:59:07 GMT

ARM CAMCO’s Alex Summerville was enjoying a beautiful day testing and commissioning new substations, improving Virginia’s infrastructure!

ARM Group had a tee-rific time at the CBICC Golf Tournament!

BBauer@armgroup.net (Bryant Bauer) — Fri, 30 Jul 2021 13:25:23 GMT

ARM Group’s Steven Greer had a tee-rific time at Toftrees Golf Club Inc for the Chamber of Business and Industry of Centre County Golf Tournament, which helped sponsor the CBICC Connect 's Economic Development Mission! ARM’s foursome consisted of Michael Race, Wendy M Pelky, P.E. , and Rachael Clark from Citizens & Northern Bank who carried Steve most of the day!

ARM Group Had a Great Time at Lehigh Valley Sporting Clays!

BBauer@armgroup.net (Bryant Bauer) — Fri, 30 Jul 2021 12:45:38 GMT

PULL! ARM Group had a great time at Lehigh Valley Sporting Clays with some great friends!

Keep an Eye Out for the Spotted Lanternfly!

BBauer@armgroup.net (Bryant Bauer) — Thu, 15 Jul 2021 18:30:19 GMT

Keep an eye out for the Spotted Lanternfly! It is an extremely invasive species that is a danger to our economy. The Spotted Lanternfly (SLF) feeds on sap from a myriad of plants. The feeding stresses the plants causing damage and sometimes death. The SLF has a strong preference for those plants that are important to PA’s economy including grapevines, maples, black walnut, birch, and willow A study conducted in 2019 estimated that spotted lanternfly could cost PA’s economy $324 million per year.

Currently, The Spotted Lanternfly has been found in 34 different counties in PA since 2014 and those counties have been placed under a quarantine to stop the spread of the damaging insect. As the Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture does its best to eradicate the infestation, you can visit the following website to see how to do your part.: https://www.agriculture.pa.gov/.../spo.../Pages/default.aspx

ARM CAMCO Welcomes Garrett Smith!

BBauer@armgroup.net (Bryant Bauer) — Mon, 12 Jul 2021 14:08:57 GMT

Garrett Smith has recently joined the ARM CAMCO team as a Warehouse Manager! Welcome to the ARM Family, Garrett!

Joe Olish Promoted to Account Manager!

BBauer@armgroup.net (Bryant Bauer) — Wed, 07 Jul 2021 18:57:25 GMT

Congratulations to CAMCO’s Joe Olish for his recent promotion! Way to go!

Solar Energy Luncheon Recap!

BBauer@armgroup.net (Bryant Bauer) — Wed, 07 Jul 2021 18:53:31 GMT

Are you interested in learning more about the solar industry? Did you miss the Chamber of Business & Industry of Centre County Energy Series Solar Luncheon that ARM sponsored? Check out the recap on our YouTube page!

Happy Independence Day!

BBauer@armgroup.net (Bryant Bauer) — Wed, 07 Jul 2021 18:48:41 GMT

Happy Independence Day from ARM Group !

Spotting the Difference Between Queen Anne's Lace and Poison Hemlock

BBauer@armgroup.net (Bryant Bauer) — Wed, 07 Jul 2021 18:43:23 GMT

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ARM Group is pleased to announce that Steve Diamond has been named President of ARM Enertech Associates (AETA)!

BBauer@armgroup.net (Bryant Bauer) — Fri, 02 Jul 2021 18:48:22 GMT

ARM Group is pleased to announce that Steve Diamond has been named President of ARM Enertech Associates (AETA).

Steve has been a devoted team member of AETA for more than two decades and has been a major contributor to the success of AETA’s operation. Steve played an integral role in AETA receiving an ISO certification. Steve possesses very strong technical competencies in power systems, substations, solar systems and other types of electrical engineering, providing him with the diverse expertise needed to meet the needs of AETA’s broad range of customers.

ARM Group President and CEO, Bryan Wehler, P.E., P.G. said “I am extremely excited to see where AETA goes in its next chapter with Steve at the helm, and I have no doubt he will do great things in this role!”

Steve will be replacing Sam Morello, P.E., who has served as AETA’s President since 2009. Under Sam’s tenure, AETA has doubled revenues, substantially diversified its customer base and the markets that it serves, rapidly expanded the growth of large-scale transportation-related projects, and expanded AETA’s regional footprint. Sam will remain involved with AETA, fulfilling the role of Principal Engineer, but he will now be able to focus most of his time and energy serving as the President of ARM CAMCO & ARM AEC.

About AETA: AETA is differentiated by having two in-house UL-508A panel assembly facilities where it develops, builds and tests a wide range of customized electrical and automation systems. Trusted by some of the largest transportation authorities in the U.S., AETA-designed and assembled systems ensure the reliability of some of our country’s most critical infrastructure, such as the NJ/NY PATH and the Long Island Railroad. AETA is highly experienced with a diverse suite of automation and control technologies and software systems. Notably, as a certified Siemens Solution Provider in automation, power systems and drives, AETA is uniquely equipped to develop and implement custom systems for today’s increasingly automated and information-based economy.

MEMMA Golf Outing!

BBauer@armgroup.net (Bryant Bauer) — Tue, 29 Jun 2021 18:30:08 GMT

Golfing for a good cause!

ARM CAMCO’s Larry Summerville and Joe Olish recently attended the Mining Electrical Mechanical Maintenance Association (MEMMA) golf outing. All revenue generated from MEMMA’s events is given to students pursuing four-year degrees in the form of scholarships!

2021 Scott Sipple Foundation Memorial Sporting Clays Shoot!

BBauer@armgroup.net (Bryant Bauer) — Tue, 29 Jun 2021 18:27:55 GMT

ARM sponsored and participated in the 2021 Scott Sipple Foundation Memorial sporting clays shoot. Proceeds from this annual event are distributed to organizations that promote education and the conversation around mental health and suicide prevention. For more information, go to https://scottsipplefoundation.org/

CAMCO Job Fair!

BBauer@armgroup.net (Bryant Bauer) — Tue, 29 Jun 2021 18:25:42 GMT

Looking for your next career opportunity? Be sure to check out the CAMCO job fair this Saturday to learn more about this fun and exciting work environment!

International Women In Engineering Day!

BBauer@armgroup.net (Bryant Bauer) — Tue, 29 Jun 2021 18:21:21 GMT

ARM Group celebrates International Women in Engineering Day by showcasing some of our female engineers! These ladies make a huge difference each day!

ARM Group Welcomes Gordon Lauffer, E.I.T. !

BBauer@armgroup.net (Bryant Bauer) — Tue, 29 Jun 2021 18:19:40 GMT

ARM Group welcomes Gordon Lauffer, E.I.T as a Staff Engineer within the Geotechnical Engineering Practice area based out of our Hershey, PA Office.

Gordon graduated from the Capital College at Penn State University’s with a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering in December 2020 and holds his Engineer in Training certification. While at Penn State, he completed 3 internships: one with Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) working in the bridge design and technology division and two with AWK Consulting Engineers as a Survey Technician and a CAD Technician. Throughout these internships, Gordon was able to gain excellent experience with core boring logs, piles, and pile hammer cases, reviewing foundation reports, surveying, interpreting survey data, and AutoCAD. Since graduation, Gordon has been working as a Geotechnical Specialist, conducting drilling inspections, soil, and rock sampling, interpreting field boring data, technical report writing, and pre-construction site investigations.

Gordon’s hobbies include playing the drums and ice hockey, hiking, fishing, and following Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania sports teams!

Given his educational background, work experience, and a strong desire to learn and grow, Gordon will be a great asset to the Geotechnical team!

Keystone Clearwater Solutions Golf Event!

BBauer@armgroup.net (Bryant Bauer) — Tue, 29 Jun 2021 18:17:13 GMT

ARM and ARM EnerTech are happy to participate in and sponsor the Keystone Clearwater Solutions Golf Event at Toftrees Golf Resort

Nature Photography Day!

BBauer@armgroup.net (Bryant Bauer) — Tue, 29 Jun 2021 18:15:33 GMT

Happy Nature Photography Day! Enjoy some of our favorite project photos!

ARM Group Sponsored the Hollidaysburg Area Summer Baseball League

BBauer@armgroup.net (Bryant Bauer) — Tue, 29 Jun 2021 17:57:49 GMT

ARM was happy to be a sponsor of the Hollidaysburg Area Summer Baseball League Pee Wee Minor year end baseball tournament this past weekend! Congratulations to ARM's Charlie Burger, P.G. and his boys for bringing home the championship!

Fully Vegetated Mechanically Stablilized Earth!

BBauer@armgroup.net (Bryant Bauer) — Thu, 10 Jun 2021 16:17:41 GMT

Beauty comes in many forms, including on a Mechanically Stabilized Earth (MSE) Berm!

The ARM EnerTech family welcomes our new hires!

BBauer@armgroup.net (Bryant Bauer) — Thu, 10 Jun 2021 16:15:30 GMT

The ARM EnerTech family welcomes our new hires!

Happy World Environment Day!

BBauer@armgroup.net (Bryant Bauer) — Thu, 10 Jun 2021 16:06:14 GMT

Happy World Environment Day from ARM Group!

ARM CAMCO Welcomes New Hires!

BBauer@armgroup.net (Bryant Bauer) — Fri, 04 Jun 2021 14:26:27 GMT

The ARM CAMCO family welcomes Garrett Smith and Evan Bobby!

ARM Welcomes Tim Williams To Our Hershey Office!

BBauer@armgroup.net (Bryant Bauer) — Fri, 04 Jun 2021 14:02:36 GMT

ARM Group welcomes Tim Williams as our Director of Growth at our Hershey Office!

Tim holds a bachelor’s degree in Commercial Advertising from Millersville University of Pennsylvania and brings 30+ years of marketing and business development experience mostly in the AEC industry. Tim has extensive experience in promoting and building brand awareness, proactively developing new client relationships, client satisfaction and retention, and proposal development within the Mid-Atlantic region. Additionally, he has a strong background in key markets we serve to include environmental, solid waste, energy, storm water management as well as the municipal market. Tim is the current President of Blue Moon Cruisers, a member of the Hershey Region AACA (Antique Automotive Club of America), and an avid National Football League (NFL) fan!

With Tim’s diverse marketing and sales background, and desire to build strong lasting partnerships with client, he will be a great part of our team

Happy Memorial Day from ARM Group!

BBauer@armgroup.net (Bryant Bauer) — Wed, 02 Jun 2021 12:31:36 GMT

Happy Memorial Day from ARM Group!

UNICO Golf Tournament

BBauer@armgroup.net (Bryant Bauer) — Fri, 28 May 2021 12:52:53 GMT

Golfing for a good cause! ARM GSET’s A.J. Magnotta and Rich Scheller, P.E., recently sponsored and participated in the UNICO National Scranton Chapter Golf Tournament held at the Mount Airy Golf Course! All proceeds from the event benefited the Lackawanna Blind Association, American Cancer Society, and UNICO Children’s Charities!

South Hadley Solar Berm Project

BBauer@armgroup.net (Bryant Bauer) — Thu, 27 May 2021 12:10:32 GMT

he ARM Group designed, and patented Solar Retaining Wall (aka Solar Berm) was the winner of the prestigious SWANA Award for innovative landfill design, and produces over 100,000 kwh/year of electricity for the South Hadley Department of Public Works! Just another example of how we provide Precise. Responsive. Solutions.

ARM Group welcomes Alexandra Maughan to our Pittsburgh Office!

BBauer@armgroup.net (Bryant Bauer) — Thu, 27 May 2021 12:07:26 GMT

ARM Group welcomes Alex Maughan as a Staff Engineer at our Pittsburgh Office!

Alex is a recent graduate from University of Pittsburgh at Johnstown with a bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering and holds an ACI Certification. While at the University of Pittsburgh, she completed two internships with the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) , assisting with concrete testing and inspections to include highway and bridge construction, guide rails, drainage pipes, and shoulders as part of the Systematic Technique to Analyze and Manage Pennsylvania’s Pavements (STAMPP) program. Over the course of several summers, Alex took the opportunity to work with her family business, installing underground petroleum tanks, taking warehouse inventory, and assisting with various other business tasks. This experience provided her with knowledge of construction projects and a good baseline of the safety precautions needed. Alex enjoys fishing, walking her dogs, and recently competed in a competition to make a functional canoe out of concrete.

Given her educational background, work experience, and enjoyment for working outdoors to better the environment, Alex will be a great asset to our Pittsburgh Team!

ARM Welcomes Genevieve Smith to our New Jersey Office!

BBauer@armgroup.net (Bryant Bauer) — Mon, 24 May 2021 19:54:39 GMT

Genevieve holds a master’s degree in Civil Engineering with a focus in Geotechnical Engineering from Virginia Tech and an E.I.T certification. She has a strong background in Geotechnical Engineering to include MSE wall design, shallow foundations, analysis of retaining walls and reinforced slopes, and large diameter testing. Additionally, Genevieve has been an adjunct instructor and teaching assistant at the University of Delaware and Virginia Tech leading courses such as fundamentals of soil mechanics testing, soil mechanics laboratory, and introduction to geotechnical engineering. Genevieve is a mom of four who enjoys rowing, riding her motorcycle, and owns her own small business making hand-stamped jewelry. With her strong geotechnical background, a passion to teach, and a desire to learn, Genevieve will be a great asset to ARM.

New PADEP Solar Farm Earth Disturbance Guidance

BBauer@armgroup.net (Bryant Bauer) — Thu, 20 May 2021 16:57:13 GMT

The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (PADEP) has released revised permitting guidance regarding Solar Farm Earth Disturbance effective immediately!

The PADEP’s Chapter 102 Permitting for Solar Panel Farms FAQ document is providing additional clarity to the Department’s interpretations of the applicability of NPDES permits for solar panel farms. New guidance includes detailed criteria for satisfying the post-construction stormwater management (PCSM) requirements in lieu of a detailed stormwater analysis. Also, incentives are being offered for utilizing native/pollinator ground cover.

For the full article on the new regulations put in place, visit the PADEP's Site!

ARM Enertech Robot Plays Tricky Triangle!

BBauer@armgroup.net (Bryant Bauer) — Tue, 18 May 2021 19:12:41 GMT

The Robotics field has greatly evolved in the past 10 years, and today, robots are gaining significance in our day to day lives. Experts say the rise of artificial intelligence will make most people better off over the next decade.

ARM Enertech Associates programmed this robot to play the well-loved Cracker Barrel game – Tricky Triangle! But we program robots for more than just fun and games. We are here to design, build, integrate, and install robotic systems to enhance production - saving you time and money.

ARM & CAMCO Welcome New Hires!

BBauer@armgroup.net (Bryant Bauer) — Tue, 18 May 2021 19:07:06 GMT

The ARM CAMCO family welcomes Breanna Alwine, Ian Hill, and Brandon Radebach!

ARM Group Welcomes Staff Geologist!

BBauer@armgroup.net (Bryant Bauer) — Tue, 18 May 2021 19:05:03 GMT

ARM Group welcomes Gillian Green as a Staff Geologist in our Hershey, PA office!

Gillian is a recent graduate from Millersville University of Pennsylvania with a bachelor’s degree in Geology. Throughout school she gained a variety of experiences through her coursework to include identification of soils, rocks, and minerals, interpreting geologic maps and cross-sections, analyzing well logs, and creating field reports which she will be able to build on in this role. Additionally, she has gained further experience while working with Heritage Hills Golf Resort conducting water quality and soil testing, leading exploratory geologic field trips, and reviewing mineral properties and geologic provenance with customers. Gillian’s passion for geology started as a child when she would accompany her family as they would conduct water sampling in local streams!

Gillian brings a good based educational knowledge, a passion for the work we do, and a strong desire to learn and grow with ARM.

ARM Group Helps Rescue Hawk!

BBauer@armgroup.net (Bryant Bauer) — Tue, 18 May 2021 18:58:55 GMT

ARM Group’s Lauren Parker was overseeing drilling operations when Connelly & Associates Drilling Services came across a hawk with a broken wing! The team contacted the animal protection police, which sent it to the Owl Moon Raptor Center. The hawk is being treated for a fractured radius and is expected to be released back into the wild in the coming months. Moments like these remind us that ARM Group’s work to leave the world better then we found it is not just for us, but for the plants and animals that live on Earth with us!

ARM Group Welcomes Engineering Intern!

BBauer@armgroup.net (Bryant Bauer) — Tue, 18 May 2021 18:56:37 GMT

ARM Group welcomes Caleb Morris to the ARM Group Family as an Engineering Intern in our Canonsburg, PA Office.

Caleb is pursuing a bachelor’s in civil engineering from The University of Pitt-Johnstown. Caleb is also a student athlete. This is Caleb’s second internship with ARM Group; in 2020 Caleb interned as an Engineering Consultant in our Canonsburg, PA office. Caleb brings a wealth of knowledge, impressive experience, and an influential passion for his work

In his free time, Caleb enjoys playing golf, fishing, and boating.

ARM Group Supports Souderton Area Boys Lacrosse Team!

BBauer@armgroup.net (Bryant Bauer) — Tue, 18 May 2021 18:53:36 GMT

ARM Group is proud to sponsor the Souderton Area Boys Youth Lacrosse teams for their Spring and Summer 2021 season! We cannot wait to see how they do this season - good luck boys!

ARM Group Presents on Groundwater Resource Exploration and Development!

BBauer@armgroup.net (Bryant Bauer) — Tue, 18 May 2021 18:51:01 GMT

ARM Group is a sponsor of the 2021 PA Groundwater Symposium being held today. William Seaton is giving a virtual presentation titled “Utilizing 21st Century Geophysical Methods for Groundwater Resource Exploration and Development”. Join us as we celebrate National Drinking Water Week and participate in the Symposium.

ARM Group Attends Pollinator Conservation Area Event!

BBauer@armgroup.net (Bryant Bauer) — Tue, 18 May 2021 18:47:10 GMT

In our efforts to leave the world better than we found it, Michelle Cohen and Evan Filion volunteered this past Saturday with Penn State Extension's Greening the Lower Susquehanna to maintain, expand and improve Derry Township’s Environmental Action Committee’s Monarch Butterfly, Pollinator and Water Conservation Area in Hershey, PA! As multiple species of pollinator populations decline, it is important that we do our part to promote conservation efforts that will protect these species for future generations as they are vital components of the habitats and ecosystems that many wild animals rely on for food and shelter. We were happy to contribute to the support of PA’s biodiversity!

ARM Group Welcomes Marketing Intern!

BBauer@armgroup.net (Bryant Bauer) — Tue, 18 May 2021 18:43:05 GMT

ARM Group welcomes Bryant Bauer to the ARM Group Family as a Marketing Intern in our Canonsburg, PA Office.

Bryant is pursuing his MBA in Integrated Marketing from Waynesburg University. Throughout his collegiate career so far, Bryant has studied numerous topics such as Consumer Behavior, Marketing, Advertising, and Creativity & Innovation. Additionally, he has experience in Management being an Assistant Manager at the Adams Ridge and Venango Trails Swim Club as well as a Student Manager at Aladdin’s Eatery in Waynesburg University. Bryant brings a strong creative vision, passion for his work and desire to learn and grow at ARM.

In his free time, Bryant enjoys watching/playing basketball & hockey, swimming, being outside, and spending time with his friends/family.

ARM Group is Looking for an Administrative Professional!

BBauer@armgroup.net (Bryant Bauer) — Tue, 18 May 2021 18:36:33 GMT

ARM is looking for Administrative professionals who are detail oriented, self-driven, and energetic. We have available openings in our Hershey, PA and Columbia, MD offices.

Competitive pay, exceptional benefits, and a recognized best place to work, come join our team! Apply on our website: https://www.armgroup.net/careers

ARM Group Again Named Engineering News-Record Top 500 Design Firm

dkrebs@armgroup.net (Danielle Krebs) — Wed, 28 Apr 2021 19:24:44 GMT

#331

ARM Group is privileged to once again be listed as an Engineering News-Record Top 500 Design Firm. This year, we ranked at #331, up 23 spots from last year’s ranking at #354!

“ARM Group fosters an environment of professional and personal fulfillment and growth. This allows our team to concentrate on providing precise solutions for our clients and ensuring the job is done right the first time,” said Bryan Wehler, P.E., P.G., President & CEO. “This recognition is especially meaningful given the unprecedented challenges faced by our teammates and customers throughout 2020. Achieving strong growth during such a difficult year is a testament to the resiliency of our people and the loyalty of our customers.”

Since our founding more than 20 years ago, ARM Group's value and reputation remain clear - we provide Precise. Responsive. Solutions. to our treasured customers throughout the Mid-Atlantic region and beyond. As a 100% employee-owned company with 14 offices, we offer the highest standard of responsiveness and client care. When speed counts, our dedicated team members continuously meet aggressive schedules, even with the ongoing challenges we face during the pandemic. Moreover, our intimate knowledge of regulatory requirements, and trusting relationships with regulatory decision makers, result in faster approvals and swifter project completions.

Terry Rightnour Retires

Tue, 01 Dec 2020 20:33:32 GMT

ARM would like to extend best wishes to Senior Hydrologist Terry Rightnour who has begun his next phase of his life in retirement as of November 30th. We are very appreciative of all the hard work and dedication that Terry has provided to ARM Group and our clients over the past three years. Terry has provided innovative contributions to our team on various projects, and we are grateful for the opportunity to have worked with him. Thank you Terry!

Variability in Groundwater Flow and Chemistry in the Houzhai Karst Basin – by ARM’s Joshua M. Barna, G.I.T.

dkrebs@armgroup.net (Danielle Krebs) — Fri, 13 Nov 2020 17:58:17 GMT

ARM’s Joshua Barna, Staff Geologist, discusses the complexity of water movement in the karst system of Guizhou Province, China in his article “Variability in Groundwater Flow and Chemistry in the Houzhai Karst Basin” published in Environmental & Engineering Geoscience. Joshua and his coauthors explored groundwater flow by monitoring water parameters at multiple locations with varying temporal and spatial frequencies. Overall, the study refines widely applicable methods for studying karst systems, including dye tracing, and provides a foundation for future studies in similar settings.

Check out the full article: https://armgroup.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/Barna-et-al.-2020.pdf

ARM EnerTech Opens Office in Cary, NC

Fri, 13 Nov 2020 17:56:06 GMT

Located at 3000 Weston Parkway, Cary, NC

While much has changed in our world this year, ARM EnerTech (AETA) continues to provide essential electrical and mechanical engineering, automation and electric power distribution services to a broad array of industrial, transportation, energy and commercial clients, and now we have expanded our footprint to North Carolina.

Our new office is strategically located in Cary, NC, a technology hub. Cary is a thriving community in the heart of North Carolina, located between Raleigh and renowned Research Triangle Park (RTP). The RTP is repeatedly ranked among the top regions in the country to live and work. Cary was also named by Money Magazine the as the hottest town in the East and one of the six hottest towns in America.

AETA’s new Cary office will be instrumental in serving our expanding client base, accommodating expanding staff, and attracting new projects and new business in the North Carolina area.

“We are pleased to open our fifth office, this time branching into North Carolina, as our network continues to rapidly expand throughout the east coast.” said Sam Morello, P.E, President of AETA. “We are extremely excited to explore new and exciting project opportunities in the RTP region. Plus, we are now able to escape those Pennsylvania winter storms.”

The address of our new office is 3000 Weston Parkway, Cary, NC 27513.

ARM Again Ranked as an ENR Top 200 Environmental Firm

Fri, 13 Nov 2020 17:53:52 GMT

Thanks to our loyal customers and dedicated people, ARM Group continues its pattern of growth as we announce our ranking at #162 on the 2020 Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 200 Environmental Firms list.

In 2020, ARM Group was also ranked on the ENR Top 500 Design Firm list as well as the Top Mid-Atlantic Design Firm list.

“I’m honored, proud and humbled by each of the 2020 ENR awards. By creating an entrepreneurial environment where people can thrive, one that is permeated by an ownership mentality, we’ve been able to attract the most talented workforce in the industry ”, said Bryan M. Wehler, P.E., P.G. , President and CEO of ARM Group. “When you take care of your people and your clients, the numbers will take care of themselves.”

ENR ranks firms based on the percent of their 2019 gross revenue from environmental services.

ARM Group has been providing precise and responsive solutions to a wide range of technical challenges within the environmental, energy, transportation, waste management, mining, and manufacturing industries for over 20 years.

ARM Group Again Named Top 500 Design Firm in the US by ENR

dkrebs@armgroup.net (Danielle Krebs) — Fri, 13 Nov 2020 17:52:08 GMT

ARM Group Enterprises Inc. (ARME) is honored to be selected once again as a Top 500 Design Firm in the United States by Engineering News-Record (ENR).

Thanks in large part to the trust and confidence of our loyal customers, ARME continues to climb the ENR Top 500 Design Firm List, now ranked at #354. This respected ranking is further attributable to our commitment to creating an environment in which the entrepreneurial spirit can thrive, and where technical problem solving is paramount and unencumbered.President and CEO Bryan Wehler, P.E., P.G., said “This ranking is a testament to the strength of our culture embraced by incredibly gifted people who work tirelessly every day to deliver exceptional solutions to our customers. We have the capabilities of a large engineering firm, but the mindset, efficiency, creativity and nimbleness of a small one. ARME is grateful to its clients for providing us with the opportunity to fulfill our mission of applying science and engineering to leave the world better than we found it”.

The ENR Top 500 Companies are selected from the largest engineering, architectural and environmental consulting firms throughout the U.S., based on 2019 revenue.

The ARM Canonsburg, PA Office Has Moved!

dkrebs@armgroup.net (Danielle Krebs) — Fri, 13 Nov 2020 17:49:48 GMT

Now located at 171 Hillpointe Drive, Suite 302, Canonsburg, PA 15317

Our Southpointe office spent the past 5 years conducting business in a building located about a mile away from our new location – our old office served us well, but we couldn’t be more excited about our new space!

Virginia Mandates Clean Power

dkrebs@armgroup.net (Danielle Krebs) — Fri, 13 Nov 2020 17:47:21 GMT

By 2045, the Clean Economic Act will mandate 100% clean power by 2045. Check out the article here:

Regulatory Deadlines are Quickly Approaching

Wed, 15 Jan 2020 19:08:00 GMT

Contact Holly Shoup-Bruch today at hshoupbruch@armgroup.net if you need assistance determining which specific reports or notifications are required for your facility!

ARM CEO / President Featured in Zweig Letter

Wed, 04 Dec 2019 15:24:00 GMT

ARM’s CEO and President, Bryan Wehler , P.E., P.G., was just featured in The Zweig Letter (a national newsletter publication designed to keep A&E business leaders informed, inspired, entertained, and challenged)!

The Zweig article highlights ARM’s sustained emphasis on workforce development and training, long-term succession planning, and proactively nurturing a healthy organizational culture. Check out the full article here: https://bit.ly/2DIxsFA

EPA Takes Important Steps Under PFAS Action Plan

Tue, 01 Oct 2019 19:35:00 GMT

ARM Again Ranked as ENR Top 200 Environmental Firm

Tue, 13 Aug 2019 19:44:00 GMT

ARM has been recognized as a Top Environmental Firm by Engineering News-Record (ENR) for the second year in a row. ENR ranks firms based on gross revenue from environmental services.

“This achievement was made possible by a combination of hard work and dedication of our team of more than 200 strong and the support and confidence of our valued customers. As an organization, we continue to execute on our strategic plan, which emphasizes service diversification and geographic expansion so that we can do more for our customers while providing greater career opportunities for our team,” said Bryan Wehler, P.E., P.G, ARM CEO and President.

ARM Named #2 Fastest Growing Company in Dauphin County

Mon, 05 Aug 2019 20:27:00 GMT

ARM is excited to announce that we have been named the #2 FastestGrowing Company in Dauphin County for 2018, according to the Central PennBusiness Journal (CPBJ). The CPBJ highlights the region’s most dynamicbusinesses based on their growth and contributions to the region’s economy eachyear.

ARM’s growth is largely attributable to our incredible teamof professionals that work hard every day to intelligently solve theenvironmental and/or energy challenges of our valued business partners andclients. By working collaboratively withour clients to develop smart solutions, we help enable our clients to grow andrealize their goals in an ever-changing marketplace.

Through organic growth, acquisition, and the recent openingof a Lehigh Valley office, ARM has quickly grown to over 200 employees acrossten offices throughout the Mid-Atlantic region.

“To be recognized as a fastest-growing company in DauphinCounty, where we are headquartered, is both rewarding and humbling,” saidBryan Wehler, P.E., P.G., CEO & President of ARM. “Our ongoing growthhas benefited our clients by providing them with a ‘one stop shop’ for most oftheir environmental and energy services needs. In turn, this has enabled us to attract and retain the strongest talentpool in the marketplace.”

This year’s CPBJ winners were determined according torevenue growth over a three-year period, taking into account both dollar andpercentage increases, ensuring that companies of all sizes wererecognized.

ARM's Dan Fellon, P.E., named among the 2019 Forty under 40 Honorees by the Central Penn Business Journal

Mon, 29 Jul 2019 12:43:00 GMT

ARM is pleased to congratulate Dan Fellon, P.E., ARM’s VP of Solid Waste Management for being named among the 2019 Forty under 40 Honorees by the Central Penn Business Journal (CPBJ). This year marks the 25 ^th anniversary of the CPBJ selecting forty business leaders under the age of 40 for their commitment to business growth, professional excellence and community service in Central Pennsylvania. Honorees will be recognized on October 7, 2019 at the Hilton Harrisburg.

Dan possesses civil engineering and geology degrees from Bucknell University, and leads ARM’s solid waste management practice, which is the largest and fastest growing practice area within ARM. Dan’s work ethic and dedication to his profession are unparalleled. Dan has been instrumental to ARM’s success over the past 14 years, with involvement in solid waste management, geotechnical, and environmental engineering projects. His solid waste management experience includes multiple landfill expansion and infrastructure permitting and construction projects, mechanically-stabilized earth (MSE) berms, solid waste relocation and beneficial reuse projects; and landfill closure plans and equivalency evaluations including alternative final cover systems. Dan also directs numerous projects with ARM’s construction quality assurance (CQA) professionals, and has managed projects involving landfill cell liner and closure cap installations, MSE berm construction, soil borrow and earthmoving activities, transfer stations and solid waste facility support buildings, leachate containment facility rehabilitation, and water management controls.

Outside of work, Dan is actively involved in the community and numerous charitable organizations, and enjoys participating in and supporting his sons’ extracurricular activities. Dan, his wife Laura, and their sons Blake and Parker reside in Palmyra. Dan has been an avid cyclist since the age of 12 and can often be found on the roads of Dauphin and Lebanon County, on the trails behind the Hershey Med Center, or enjoying the outdoor life in Central PA.

ARM's Neil Peters, P.E., Presenting on Annapolis Renewable Energy Park Project

Wed, 17 Jul 2019 20:25:00 GMT

ARM Senior Vice President, Neil Peters, P.E., will be discussing the Annapolis Renewable Energy Park on Wednesday, August 28 at the 2019 Quad State Conference in Asheville, North Carolina.

This “Solar Builder Magazine 2018 Silver Project of the Year” uses more than 50,000 panels to convert sunlight into electricity on approximately 80 acres of the closed and capped Annapolis landfill. At the time of completion, the project was the largest solar project exclusively installed on a closed landfill in the United States, according to the Environmental Protection Agency. The project put 100+ people to work and will generate over 20,000 MWh of clean electricity each year (enough to power more than 12 percent of the city’s homes), and will generate more than $5 million in revenue for the city over the course of its 20-year lease, as well as save taxpayers an estimated $1.7 million over that time.

ARM’s client, EDF Renewables North America , was the primary engineering, procurement, and construction firm for this cutting-edge solar project. ARM completed geotechnical, electrical, structural, and civil engineering services to overcome the hurdles presented by construction on a capped landfill.

We hope you will join us at the conference to learn more about this amazing project! Click below for details:

https://ncswana.org/eventInformation

Coaches vs. Cancer Tournament

SGallagher@armgroup.net (Sarah Gallagher) — Tue, 04 Jun 2019 14:07:27 GMT

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For the past several years, ARM employees and business partners have golfed in this annual tournament in support of the local fight against cancer. Last year, ARM participated as sponsors, golfers, donors and volunteers, and helped the organization raise over $130,000!

ARM will be joining the fight again this year, along with Penn State coaches and players, Big Ten Network personalities, Nittany Lion greats and other notable sports figures who participate in the tournament.

The two-day event begins Thursday night with a Sponsor / Captain Reception at Medlar Field at Lubrano Park, featuring hors d’oeuvres, live entertainment, various sports contests, and an online auction, which will raise additional funding. ARM is proud to once again be the Presenting Sponsor of this year’s Sponsor / Captain Reception.

Check out additional event details: www.cvcpennstate.org

Bid to fight cancer: https://lnkd.in/dbJNQT9 hashtag

#PennState

Coaches vs. Cancer Golf Tournament

Fri, 31 May 2019 13:01:00 GMT

Check out additional event details: www.cvcpennstate.org

Bid to fight cancer: https://lnkd.in/dbJNQT9 hashtag#PennState

New Report Gives Pennsylvania an F For Response to Lead in School Drinking Water

Mon, 15 Apr 2019 19:57:00 GMT

A new report gives Pennsylvania an “F” grade for its response to addressing lead in our schools drinking water.

In a recently released second edition of PennEnvironment’s “Get The Lead Out” study, the results are in – AND THEY ARE NOT GOOD. The initial 2017 study found that lead had contaminated water in our schools. As of this year, Pennsylvania is still not making the grade in resolving the lead issues to ensure safe drinking water for our children and school district employees.

Even at low levels, lead is extremely dangerous, especially to children as they absorb 4-5 times as much from ingested lead as adults. Lead can flow from the blood to the brain, kidneys and bones, causing diseases such as anemia, kidney disease, abnormal brain function and death.

Is the drinking water safe in your school?

Check out the full article.

ARM Acquires CAMCO & Affordable Equipment Co.

Mon, 11 Feb 2019 16:45:00 GMT

ARM Group Inc., headquartered in Hershey, PA,is excited to announce that it has acquired the assets of related companiesComplete Advanced Maintenance Co. (CAMCO) and Affordable Equipment Co. (AEC),both based in Ebensburg, Pennsylvania.

CAMCO was established in 1980, is comprisedof approximately 46 people, and focuses on testing and maintenance ofelectrical power systems, including circuit breakers, transformers, protectiverelay settings, high & low voltage switchgear, substation maintenance,testing, installation and much more. CAMCO’scustomers include a wide-range of utility, industrial, commercial,transportation and institutional entities.

AEC was established in 1990, is comprised of4 people, and primarily buys and sells used and hard-to-find electrical equipment,including specialty parts and breakers, across North America. AEC’s core customers include power plants,transmission and distribution utilities, mining operations, andremanufacturers.

The acquisition will provide CAMCO, AEC and theircustomers with additional resources and services, especially those provided byARM EnerTech Associates LLC (AETA), headquartered in nearby Johnstown,Pennsylvania. AETA is a wholly-ownedsubsidiary of ARM that provides electrical, mechanical and automation engineeringand technical services that will strengthen CAMCO’s capabilities with respectto engineering services, power studies and automation. In turn, CAMCO & AEC will allow AETA tooffer in-house electrical testing, repair services, and electrical fieldservices. Additionally, ARM & AETA areeager to assist CAMCO’s and AEC’s existing customers by facilitating theoffering of a broad range of electrical engineering and automation services aswell as civil and environmental engineering, energy services, geophysics,geotechnical, water resources, natural resources, air quality, regulatorycompliance, quarry & mining services, and more.

Sam Morello, P.E. will serve as the presidentof CAMCO and AEC. Sam is a degreed electricalengineer and a registered professional engineer in numerous states. He brings over 30 years of diverse experiencein the fields of industrial, utility and transportation electrical engineeringand technical services.

ARM Group Inc. (ENR Top 500 Engineering Design Firm) is afull-service science and engineering consulting firm that employsover 200 people that specialize in environmental services, wastemanagement engineering, geotechnical engineering, hydrogeology & waterresources, electrical & mechanical engineering, automation & controlsystems, energy, natural resources, geophysics, and shale resource development. ARM is proud to welcome the members ofCAMCO & AEC into the ARM family of companies.

ARM Announces New Lehigh Valley Office!

Tue, 18 Dec 2018 21:00:00 GMT

ARM is pleased to announce the opening of a new office in the growing Lehigh Valley region of Pennsylvania. The new location will be ARM’s 8 ^th office throughout the Mid-Atlantic region, and will allow its professionals to better serve customers in eastern and southeastern PA, as well as New Jersey.

Jason Laub, P.E., Senior Engineer, a long-time resident of the Lehigh Valley, will serve as the Regional Office Manager for this new location. Mr. Laub and the team within the Lehigh Valley office have 20+ years of individual professional experience in the environmental consulting industry, with demonstrated success in solid waste management, landfill gas system design, pumping and conveyance systems, mining and quarry services, air quality/emissions permitting, geotechnical engineering services, automation and controls, regulatory compliance, along with ARM’s other services.

“ARM is best known for providing cost-effective technical solutions, being highly responsive, and for providing exemplary customer service in support of the growth and success of our loyal client base. Our new Lehigh Valley location will allow us to better serve our customers in this region by having more resources located closer to where our customers operate” said Bryan Wehler, P.G., P.E., ARM’s President and CEO.

Lehigh Valley Office Contact Information

ARM Group Inc.

3101 Emrick Boulevard

Suite 318

Bethlehem, PA 18020

610-248-7625

Listen as ARM Group's CEO, Bryan Wehler, P.E.,P.G., shares his views on trends within the A&E Industry and how ARM is navigating the changing landscape in engineering consulting on The Z...

Tue, 20 Nov 2018 14:42:00 GMT

Bryan Wehler, P.E., P.G., ARM’s President and CEO has been with the firm for over 15 years and focuses primarily on projects within the solid waste and energy industries. Outside of project work, Bryan focuses on talent acquisition, business strategy and execution, sales and marketing, and continuous improvement and educational initiatives. Bryan recently joined Zweig Group’s Randy Wilburn on The Zweig Letter Podcast to discuss a wide range of topics from why culture is so important in growing a design firm to how to find and retain talented employees!

Key points to listen for:

Annapolis Renewable Energy Park Won Solar Builder 2018 Silver Project of the Year!

Mon, 19 Nov 2018 16:48:00 GMT

ARM is proud to announce that the Annapolis Renewable Energy Park won Solar Builder 2018 Silver Project of the Year! We were hired by the project coordinator, EDF Renewables, as the geotechnical and civil engineer of record, and completed the site design, as well as the permitting. The project’s 54,000 solar panels will generate over 20,000 MWh of clean electricity each year, generate more than $5 million in revenue for the city over the course of its 20-year lease and save taxpayers an estimated $1.7 million.

Read the full story from Solar Builder Magazine below.

https://solarbuildermag.com/featured/solar-builder-silver-project-of-the-year-annapolis-renewable-energy-park/

Vote Annapolis Solar Park for 2018 Builder Project of the Year

Tue, 25 Sep 2018 14:37:00 GMT

Solar Builder has narrowed down the candidates to only 16 projects, which either overcame odds or positively affected their community. We are proud that Annapolis made this list, as we were hired by the project contractor, EDF Renewables, as the geotechnical and civil engineer of record and completed the site design and permitting. This is the largest solar park constructed on a landfill cap in North America!

ARM has a long-standing relationship with EDF Renewables (formally groSolar), not only completing the site design and permitting at Annapolis, but also working with EDF on other solar projects in Pennsylvania, New York, Maryland and Indiana.

Please vote now!

Vote for the 2018 Solar Builder Project of the Year

Annapolis Solar Park Officially Open

Tue, 25 Sep 2018 14:24:00 GMT

The Annapolis Solar Park has officially opened with a ribbon cutting ceremony! ARM was hired by the project contractor, EDF, as the geotechnical and civil engineer of record to complete the site design and permitting for this successful and challenging project. This project will help Maryland comply with the state requirement of obtaining 25 percent of their power from renewable sources by the year 2020. The park, which was built on a closed landfill in Annapolis, Maryland, is the largest solar park constructed on a landfill cap in North America and produces about 24GWh of power annually. Check out the Capital Gazette story here:

http://www.capitalgazette.com/news/environment/ac-cn-annapolis-solar-park-0912-story.html

ARM Named a Top 250 Privately Held Company

Mon, 20 Aug 2018 16:13:00 GMT

ARM is proud to announce we have been named one of the top 250 privately held companies in Central Pennsylvania again, according to the Central Penn Business Journal (CPBJ). The list is compiled annually by the publication, and based on total company-wide revenue.

Check out the list here: CPBJ Top 250

Check out ARM's Role in Frey Farm Landfill

Thu, 16 Aug 2018 20:53:00 GMT

Check out how ARM’s broad-based solid waste experience and ability to create technically, environmentally, and financially-sound solutions has allowed us to be a part of numerous phases of Lancaster County Solid Waste Management Authority (LCSWMA’s) Frey Farm Landfill development project.

LCSWMA owns and operates the Frey Farm Landfill, a solid waste disposal facility in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. LCSWMA continually employs innovative and environmentally conscious practices and technologies. Over the years, ARM Group has assisted LCSWMA in making the Frey Farm Landfill an example of excellence in solid waste operation, environmental compliance, and progressive design.

ARM has provided a wide variety of services for numerous phases of construction at Frey Farm Landfill, including preparing bid documents, resident engineering, CQA monitoring and testing, professional certification and final design. ARM also assisted in construction of a state-of-the art, 3.2-MW wind energy project at Turkey Hill Point (on the property owned by the Frey Farm Landfill).

ARM Ranked as ENR Top 200 Environmental Firm

Tue, 14 Aug 2018 19:33:00 GMT

This significant award gives us a chance to look back at a memorable 2018, which included our 20 ^th anniversary and 3 ENR Rankings, (Top 500 Design Firms, ENR Mid-Atlantic Top 100 Design Firms, and Top 200 Environmental Firms). We sincerely appreciate the trust and confidence our loyal clients have shown in us over the past 20 years and we look forward to continuing the successes earned by our incredible employees!

ARM's Spill Response

Fri, 20 Jul 2018 16:45:00 GMT

The sudden or undetected release of fuels or chemicals into the surrounding environment poses a distinct set of legal, technical and logistical challenges, which must be addressed in a structured, timely manner in order to protect the environment and maintain compliance during a chemical release or spill.

ARM is experienced in responding and directing interim control, containment, clean up and remediation of both land and water that have been impacted by a chemical spill. Our team has extensive experience managing spill incidents and can assist with regulatory follow-up reports, as well as developing spill contingency plans and preventative measures.

For more info, contact John at jmongelluzzo@armgroup.net.

ARM Ranked as ENR Mid-Atlantic Top 100 Design Firms

Wed, 11 Jul 2018 17:19:00 GMT

ARM is excited to announce that we have been recognized in the June 2018 Engineering News-Record (ENR) as one of the Top 100 Design Firms in the Mid-Atlantic region! ARM is grateful to its amazing clients and dedicated employees for making this achievement possible. The ENR Top Mid-Atlantic Design Firms are selected amongst the most successful engineering, architectural and environmental design firms operating in PA, VA, WV, MD, DE, and Washington DC.

ARM’s Botanist USFWS Qualified Surveyor for Running Buffalo Clover

Thu, 28 Jun 2018 20:19:00 GMT

The Running Buffalo Clover prefers periodic disturbance and somewhat open habitat, which historically this type of habitat was maintained by the disturbance caused by bison. The species is endangered due to the loss of habitat and bison as well as affects from invasive species, succession, and excessive grazing.

If you need assistance with botanical surveys for state or federally listed species, including the Running Buffalo Clover and Northeastern Bulrush (Scirpus ancistrochaetus), please contact Scott Martin at 717-439-2775 or via email at smartin@armgroup.net .

ARM 20 Year Anniversary Recognized by Dauphin County

Tue, 19 Jun 2018 13:35:00 GMT

Dauphin County, Pennsylvania has formally recognized ARM Group Inc. for spending the past 20 years building an engineering consulting organization which has stayed committed to its core values and has created an environment where the entrepreneurial spirit can thrive, and where technical problem solving is paramount and unencumbered.

The recognition was bestowed in the form of a Proclamation that was presented to ARM during the 20th Anniversary Open House by County Commission er Mike Pries. An excerpt from the Proclamation stated the following: “During the past two decades, ARM has grown from nine employees to a team of nearly 150 professionals, completing thousands of projects, from engineering, design, and permitting for the 3.2-Megawatt Turkey Point Wind Energy Project in Conestoga, Pennsylvania, to designing and fabricating control panels for the new World Trade Center subway station in Manhattan.”

President and CEO Bryan Wehler, P.E., P.G., said that “ARM’s key differentiator is our people who work tirelessly every day to deliver superior results to our customers. We have the capabilities of a large engineering firm, but the mindset, efficiency, creativity and nimbleness of a small one. ARM is grateful to its clients for making 20 years possible and is very appreciative of the recognition by the Commissioners of Dauphin County.”

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ARM Selected as a Top 500 Design Firm in the US by ENR

Thu, 31 May 2018 13:12:00 GMT

ARM Proudly Sponsoring the 22nd Annual Coaches vs. Cancer of Penn State Golf Tournament

Fri, 25 May 2018 12:47:00 GMT

Society (ACS)), on May 31 ^st and June 1 ^st . This year marks the 22 ^nd year of this high-class, highly anticipated event as the CVC organization nears eclipsing $3 million in total net funds raised. For the past several years, ARM employees and business partners have golfed in this annual tournament in support of the local fight against cancer. Last year, ARM once again uniquely participated as sponsors, golfers, donors and volunteers, and helped the organization raise over $105,000!

ARM’s donation along with the golf tournament proceeds will provide direct aid to individuals and families fighting cancer across the Centre region. ARM will be joining the fight again this year, along with Penn State coaches and players, Big Ten Network personalities, Nittany Lion greats and other notable sports figures who participate in the tournament.

The two-day event begins Thursday night with a Sponsor / Captain Reception at Medlar Field at Lubrano Park, featuring high-end hors d’oeuvres live entertainment, various sports contests, and an online auction, which will raise additional funding. Not only is this reception the highlight of the 2-day golf tournament, it truly is the must-attend Spring Gala in the region. ARM is proud to once again be the Presenting Sponsor of this year’s Sponsor / Captain Reception.

On Friday, ARM and its distinguished guests will be swinging our clubs in support of the annual cancer fight during the five-man 18-hole scramble tournament at the Penn State Blue and White Golf Courses. An awards dinner at Beaver Stadium will cap off the tournament events.

CVC-Penn State’s year-round fundraising efforts assist in providing life-saving patient services to cancer victims in State College and surrounding Central Pennsylvania areas, including the ACS Hope Lodge located just behind our Corporate Office in Hershey. Please visit the Coaches vs. Cancer webpage, as well as the on-line auction website, to find out how you can join ARM in supporting the fight against cancer.

www.cvcpennstate.org

www.biddingforgood.com/PSUCVC

ARM Approved by DNREC-SIRS to Perform Work Under Hazardous Substance Cleanup Act Program

Wed, 21 Mar 2018 23:54:00 GMT

ARM is now approved to perform the following types of work under Delaware’s Brownfields Program, Voluntary Cleanup Program and En forcement:

• Investigative and Remedial Actions, including facility evaluations, site inspections, remedial investigations, brownfield redevelopment investigations, human health risk assessments, feasibility studies, remedial action design, oversight and long-term stewardship

• Ecological, including ecological risk assessments, natural resource damage assessments, restorations, and enhancements

ARM Receives Two High Rankings in the 2018 Central Penn Business Journal Book of Lists

Fri, 16 Mar 2018 20:26:00 GMT

The latest CPBJ Book of Lists highlights the region’s most dynamic businesses based on 2016 gross revenue. ARM’s steady growth over the last 20 years has allowed it to inch closer to the top spot in several business categories.

Bryan Wehler, P.E., P.G., President and CEO attributes ARM’s success to its dedicated and highly talented engineers and scientists coupled with a relentless focus on value-based problem solving. “We have the capabilities of a large engineering firm, but the efficiency, creativity, and nimbleness of a small one.”

ARM’s Scott Milchak Attains Aboveground Storage Tank Inspector Certification

Thu, 08 Feb 2018 00:06:00 GMT

Over the past four years, Scott has completed numerous AST integrity testing and inspection projects throughout Pennsylvania and West Virginia. His work with the West Virginia Department of Protection’s overhauled AST legislation has led to ARM’s successful submittal and regulatory approval of multiple AST inspection certifications, tank closure plans, and tank closure reports. Scott’s API 653 certification will enhance ARM’s tank inspection capabilities, and provide additional opportunities for the continued growth of ARM’s AST program.

ARM Receives 2017 EBJ Business Achievement Award

Fri, 26 Jan 2018 18:47:00 GMT

ARM received the award due to significant growth and profitability milestones in 2017, marking the best year in our 20-year history. Since 2010, ARM has increased our offices from three to eight, and our employees from 65 to more than 140. This controlled growth plan has significantly enhanced its ability to support clients by offering services in solid waste management, environmental compliance and remediation, water resources, geophysical services, oil and gas, geotechnical engineering/materials testing, natural resources, electrical/mechanical engineering and automation, and renewable energy and distributed generation.

EBJ, a business research publication which provides high value strategic business intelligence to the environmental industry, has honored companies for revenue growth, acquisitions, innovative project designs, technology applications, new practice areas, social contributions and industry leadership in 2017.

“In what is widely regarded as a stable market, a number of companies exceeded the norms of low single-digit growth with double-digit growth or ambitious ventures into new practice areas or technology development,” said Grant Ferrier, president of Environmental Business International Inc. (EBI, San Diego), publisher of Environmental Business Journal.

The 2017 EBJ awards will be presented at a special ceremony at the Environmental Industry Summit XVI in San Diego, Calif. on March 21, 2018. The Environmental Industry Summit is an annual three-day executive retreat hosted by EBI, Inc. and 2020 Environmental Group

The entire winner list is posted on the EBJ website: https://ebionline.org/2018/01/18/2017-ebj-business-achievement-awards/

ARM Holds the Keys to Unlocking North America’s Largest Brownfield

Sat, 02 Dec 2017 02:24:00 GMT

ARM’s GIS was initially set up to geo-reference dozens of historical aerial photographs, old plant drawings, and data from past investigations. These historical references aided in the identification of historical features of potential concern (tanks, processing areas, waste storage areas, etc.) and allowed ARM to accurately target these features with soil, groundwater, and/or sub-slab soil gas sampling locations to guide the investigations.

A GIS shapefile with parcel boundaries, which broke the site into smaller investigation parcels between roughly 10 and 300 acres in size, was created to indicate possible areas of future development, and to allow ARM to organize large amounts of spatial and analytical information for each parcel in a short period of time.

As the investigation of each individual parcel was completed, the GIS has allowed for the management, analysis, interpretation, and visualization of information. This has enabled ARM’s clients to understand the requirements for remediation and the effects on potential development plans with an efficiency that is unmatched.

ARM Increases Solar Engineering on Extensive MA Solar Portfolio

Wed, 22 Nov 2017 01:54:00 GMT

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ARM is Pleased to Announce PA's Solar Renewable Energy Credit Border is Closed!

Tue, 31 Oct 2017 21:01:00 GMT

ARM is pleased to announce that the Pennsylvania solar renewable energy credit (SREC) border is now closed, thanks to Bill HB #118, which has been signed by Governor Wolf! For those unfamiliar with solar and the incentives, SRECs are provided to solar systems based on their MWh (megawatt per hour) production each year. The PA SREC price has been pushed down the past 7-8 years due to legislation that allowed other states to purchase PA SRECs, which essentially subsidized solar projects with PA tax dollars in other states like NC and VA. PA SREC prices currently sit at $2.75 / MWh, which are essentially worthless. In NJ, SRECs are valued at $185 / MWh and MA SRECs are valued at $315 / MWh. These incentives can be purchased in 3, 5 and 10 year strips which lock in the SREC price and make solar projects more financially feasible. Solar systems are also eligible for the 30% income tax credit (ITC) and an accelerated 5 year depreciation (Modified Accelerated Cost Recovery System / MACRS), which allows 30% of the total system cost to be recovered as tax credits and MACRS allows the project to be depreciated very quickly over 5 years. Businesses value these tax credits because not only are they getting a system that pays for itself in electricity production, but also lowers their taxable income.

The border closing is expected to positively shift the PA solar market dramatically in the next three years! The passage of the bill along with an increase in the state renewable energy portfolio (RPS) for solar is expected to create a solar boom in utility scale solar like in NC in prior years. For reference, North Carolina currently has the second highest amount of solar installations in the US, only behind CA. Closing the SREC border could push prices closer to the NJ SREC prices of $185, which would be very lucrative.

For those interested, there will be a Pennsylvania Solar Future (PASF) meeting in Harrisburg this December 7th, pushing for more renewable energy legislation. The PASF is now pushing the next phase of solar reforms which seek to increase the state RPS for solar to 10% by 2030. The RPS is the amount of in-state electricity sales that come from in-state solar energy generation, which currently sits at a very small percentage of 0.5%. PASF is a program that is funded by a $550,000 US Department of Energy SunShot Initiative.

ARM’s Scott L. Martin Recognized as Qualified Bog Turtle Surveyor

Tue, 03 Oct 2017 00:46:00 GMT

Over the past four years, Scott has conducted and assisted in Bog Turtle Phase 1, 2, and 3 (trapping) surveys and radio transmitter tracking in Adams, Berks, Chester, Cumberland, Lancaster, Lebanon, Lehigh, and York Counties, Pennsylvania and Cecil County, Maryland. Scott’s qualifications as a Professional Wetland Scientist (PWS) and state and federally recognized botanical qualifications allow for concurrent wetland identification/delineation and functional assessments and rare, threatened, endangered (RTE) botanical and Bog Turtle surveys in support of natural resource investigations.

ARM Participated in the Great Insect Fair

Sat, 23 Sep 2017 21:15:00 GMT

ARM supports Hurricane Harvey Relief

Wed, 06 Sep 2017 21:18:00 GMT

More than a week ago, Hurricane Harvey made landfall and ravaged coastal Texas and Louisiana, causing severe damage and catastrophic flooding.

ARM supports the generosity and kindness of people all over our country who are helping and hope to do our part by making a donation to the American Red Cross . You can help too, by contributing to one of the vital organizations which are providing flood victim assistance. Remember to do your research before giving, which can be done on the Charity Navigator Website: https://www.charitynavigator.org/

If we all work together, we will make a difference.

ARM Acquires Geo-Science Engineering Co., Inc. (GSE)

Wed, 05 Jul 2017 22:20:00 GMT

ARM Group Inc. has announced the acquisition of Geo-Science Engineering Co., Inc. (GSE), of Jessup, PA, a company that practices in the field of geotechnical engineering, construction inspection and laboratory testing.

GSE was established in 1983 and is comprised of approximately 23 employees. GSE’s core services include Geotechnical Engineering, Rock Mechanics, Mining Engineering, Specialized Foundation and Wall Design, Soil Nail Wall Design, Landfill CQA, Materials Testing and many more.

ARM’s acquisition will expand our footprint and service offerings in Northeast PA and surrounding areas, as well as enhance and bolster ARM’s Geotechnical Engineering practice area with expanded capabilities. The acquisition will also grow ARM’s solid waste engineering and CQA opportunities in NE PA and beyond and allow ARM to offer in-house materials testing services.

Following the acquisition, Geo-Science Engineering Co. Inc. will become Geo-Science Engineering and Testing, LLC or “GSET”.

With the acquisition of GSET, ARM’s customers will benefit from expanded service offerings, allowing for more turn-key project delivery solutions. ARM will have greater resource depth to staff larger projects throughout a broader geographic footprint and we will be able to expedite materials testing with a single point of contact. Our enhanced geotechnical capabilities will allow for the completion of more sophisticated and complex projects coupled with broadened inspection services.

ARM Proudly Sponsoring the 21st Annual Coaches vs. Cancer of Penn State Golf Tournament

Thu, 01 Jun 2017 04:36:00 GMT

ARM is excited to once again sponsor the annual Coaches vs. Cancer (CVC) Golf Tournament, hosted by the CVC-Penn State organization (a collaborative program between the Penn State Men’s Basketball team and the American Cancer Society (ACS)), on June 1 ^st and 2 ^nd . This year marks the 21 ^st year of this high-class, highly anticipated event as the CVC organization nears eclipsing $2.8 million in total funds raised. For the past several years, ARM employees and business partners have golfed in this annual tournament in support of the local fight against cancer. Last year, ARM once again uniquely participated as sponsors, golfers, donors and volunteers, and helped the organization raise over $132,000!

The two-day event begins Thursday night with a Sponsor / Captain Reception at the Hawbaker Pavilion at the Penn State Golf Course, featuring hors d’oeuvres, live entertainment and the conclusion of an online auction, which will raise additional funding. Not only is this reception the highlight of the 2-day golf tournament, it truly is the must-attend Spring Gala in the region. ARM is proud to once again be the Presenting Sponsor of this year’s Sponsor / Captain Reception.

On Friday, ARM and our distinguished guests will be swinging our clubs in support of the annual cancer fight during the five-man 18-hole scramble tournament at the Penn State Blue and White Golf Courses. An awards dinner at Beaver Stadium will cap off the tournament events.

CVC-Penn State’s year-round fundraising efforts assist in providing life-saving patient services to cancer victims in State College and surrounding Central Pennsylvania areas, including the ACS Hope Lodge located just behind our Corporate Office in Hershey. Please visit the Coaches vs. Cancer webpage, as well as the on-line auction website to find out how you can join ARM in supporting the fight against cancer.

www.cvcpennstate.org

www.biddingforgood.com/psucvc

ARM Plants Trees to Honor Flight 93

Sat, 20 May 2017 01:54:00 GMT

The “Plant a Tree at Flight 93” Event, hosted by the Friends of Flight 93 and the National Park Services, is a 2-day event which 6,000 seedlings per day are planted with a goal of creating a windbreak for the 40 Memorial Groves, making a living memorial to the passengers and crew members of Flight 93, healing the landscape and improving wildlife habitats.

This year’s planting efforts will help to achieve the ultimate goal of planting over 150,000 new seedlings, including American Chestnuts.

Spring Newsletter 2017

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ARM’s Chris Finton to Present at 2017 PA Groundwater Symposium

Wed, 03 May 2017 16:48:00 GMT

ARM’s Chris Finton will offer insight on mine and quarry water management at the 2017 Pennsylvania Groundwater Symposium on May 3, 2017 in State College.

The Symposium theme, “Groundwater and Drinking Water: Making the Connection”, will provide a forum for researchers, students, professionals and educators working in the groundwater field to exchange information and promote protection of groundwater resources throughout the state.

Mr. Finton’s presentation will include an overview of Mine & Quarry Water Management in an Underdrained Karst Valley in Spring Township, Centre County, PA.

For more information on registration, click here: http://extension.psu.edu/natural-resources/water/news/2017/registration-open-for-the-2017-pennsylvania-groundwater-symposium

ARM Celebrates Earth Day

Tue, 18 Apr 2017 23:30:00 GMT

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ARM Supports Harrisburg Area Community College’s Environmental Technician Training

Tue, 11 Apr 2017 15:51:00 GMT

ARM supported the Harrisburg Area Community College’s (HACC’s) Environmental Technician Training program by providing expert technical instruction in environmental remediation as well as wetland regulations and identification as part of ecological studies. ARM’s Scott Wendling presented a session on Environmental Remediation covering the following topics:

ARM’s Michelle Cohen presented on Wetland Regulations covering the following topics:

Ms. Cohen developed the 4.5 hour training session to include guest speakers from PADCNR (Kent Taylor) who provided an overview and interactive training of the Pennsylvania Conservation Explorer and PADEP (Dave Goerman) who provided an overview of functional assessment protocols, mitigation banking and other upcoming PADEP assessment and conservation planning initiatives. The students now have a familiarity with ecological assessments and the tools available to conduct wetland assessments, threatened and endangered species evaluations and aquatic resource compensation.

ARM to Sponsor the PA Bar Institute’s Environmental Law Forum

Fri, 31 Mar 2017 22:10:00 GMT

ARM is pleased to once again be a Platinum Sponsor and Exhibitor at the Pennsylvania Bar Institute’s annual Environmental Law Forum in Harrisburg, PA on April 5-6, 2017. The Environmental Law Forum brings together attorneys, engineers, professors, scientists, and consultants to learn about and share tips on environmental law. The Environmental Law Forum covers topics that include:

ARM’s Benjamin Allen to Present at MASSRECYCLE’s R3 Conference

Fri, 24 Mar 2017 22:27:00 GMT

ARM Group Inc.’s Benjamin Allen will offer his expertise on Mechanically Stabilized Earth (MSE) Berm Design, Construction, and Monitoring to solid waste professionals at MASSRECYCLE’s R3 Conference in Framingham, Massachusetts on March 27th. MASSRECYCLE is co-located with the SNE SWANA Conference and is one of the biggest state conferences in the nation. Attendees will focus on the technical aspect of municipal solid waste management as well as recycling, reuse, and waste reduction .

Mr. Allen has been working in the solid waste industry throughout the entirety of his career with ARM. Throughout his work in the solid waste industry, Mr. Allen has been involved with the design of MSE berms at seven different solid waste facilities, including two in Massachusetts and one in Connecticut. Mr. Allen has been involved with MSE berms at several different stages, including: feasibility studies, design, construction, and post-construction monitoring. Several of the MSE berms Mr. Allen has had involvement with utilized innovative solutions such alternative backfill and solar panels mounted on the face of MSE berms.

MSE berms have been utilized throughout the United States to prolong the life of existing landfills by facilitating vertical expansions rather than lateral expansions. When space is constrained due to property limits, environmentally sensitive features, etc., MSE berms provide an alternative to extend the life of a facility. From conception to implementation, several factors must be considered when utilizing MSE berms. Mr. Allen’s presentation will discuss key aspects of the design phase and factors that should be considered by the design engineer and owner. After discussing the design, the process of constructing MSE berms will be presented. Finally, the importance and methods for monitoring MSE berms will be discussed. Throughout the presentation, “lessons learned” and innovative solutions will be discussed based on several projects throughout the Mid-Atlantic and New England.

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ARM Nominated for the 5th Annual Oil and Gas Awards

Fri, 21 Oct 2016 19:29:00 GMT

ARM is extremely pleased to announce that we have been selected as a nominee for the 5th Annual Oil & Gas Awards. Nominees were selected this year from polls taken by the Oil & Gas Awards, YPE, PIOGA, MDN and PR Newswire.

The Oil & Gas Awards recognize companies that excel in the key areas of Health & Safety, Operational Excellence, Innovation, Corporate Social Responsibility and Environmental Stewardship within the upstream and midstream sectors of the oil and gas industry.

For more information about the Oil & Gas Awards, all regional awards and award categories: www.oilandgasawards.com

ARM Selected as One of the Best Places to Work in PA 2016

Fri, 23 Sep 2016 22:31:00 GMT

ARM Group Inc. (ARM) has once again been named one of the Best Places to Work in Pennsylvania, demonstrating our commitment to quality of life for our employees and, thus, ability to attract and retain top talent to work for our clients.

The Best Places to Work program is a public/private partnership between Team Pennsylvania Foundation, the Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development, the Pennsylvania State Council of the Society for Human Resource Management, and the Central Penn Business Journal.

The survey and awards program was designed to identify, recognize, and honor the best places of employment in Pennsylvania, which are benefiting the state’s economy and its workforce. Companies from across the state entered the two-part process to determine the 100 Best Places to Work in PA, consisting of evaluating each nominated company’s workplace policies, practices, philosophies, systems and demographics, and employee survey to measure the employee experience.

In 2012, ARM was ranked at #11 out of the 100 best places to work and was the highest rated engineering and consulting firm in the state.

ARM will be recognized at the Best Places to Work in PA awards banquet on Thursday, December 1, 2016, at the Lancaster County Convention Center in Lancaster, PA., at which time the 2016 rankings will be revealed.

For more information on the Best Places to Work in PA, visit www.bestplacestoworkinpa.com .

ARM’s Bryan Wehler Elected President of Keystone SWANA

Mon, 19 Sep 2016 18:11:00 GMT

ARM’s Bryan M. Wehler, P.E., P.G. was elected President of the Pennsylvania Keystone Chapter of the Solid Waste Association of North America (SWANA) following the annual Keystone

Outgoing SWANA President, Bob Zorbaugh, passes the torch to incoming President, Bryan Wehler

SWANA/PWIA Conference. The SWANA Keystone Chapter fosters cooperation among solid waste professionals and the regulatory community while providing educational and professional development opportunities for its members.

“I am privileged to be appointed to lead the Keystone SWANA Chapter for the next two years. I look forward to continuing to build upon the success and momentum that the Keystone Chapter has achieved, ” said Wehler. “Keystone SWANA will continue to chart a course of education, sustainability, and advancement for the solid waste industry in Pennsylvania.”

ARM Receives SWANA Excellence Award at WASTECON

Wed, 24 Aug 2016 00:42:00 GMT

WASTECON is the premier solid waste industry-focused conference, bringing together solid waste professionals and recognizing leaders in effective technologies and processes in system design and operations, worker and community health and safety, and successful public education and outreach programs .

Lanchester Landfill is operated by CCSWA and has the responsibility to provide solid waste disposal for 49 communities in Chester County, Pennsylvania.

Three times in the past 25 years, Lanchester Landfill approached its permitted capacity. CCSWA selected ARM Group to develop Alternative disposal plans and options. ARM and CCSWA evaluated each expansion option in terms of capacity, development cost per ton of capacity, technical and operational factors, and regulatory and community acceptance considerations. After careful examination of the alternatives, the answer reverted to expansion of Lanchester as the most feasible option. In addition, the regulatory climate rendered financing other options difficult or impossible.

ARM developed innovative design solutions and completed construction of the expansions. ARM also assisted the CCSWA in developing solutions to mitigate visual impacts and addressing local community concerns.

ARM Featured Water Withdrawal Project

Tue, 26 Jul 2016 19:14:00 GMT

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Thu, 21 Jul 2016 00:33:00 GMT

ARM Provides Environmental Due Diligence Support for Proposed Marcellus E&P Transaction

Fri, 15 Jul 2016 23:15:00 GMT

Butler, Lawrence, Centre, Clearfield & Westmoreland Counties, PA

ARM evaluated critical issues that could potentially affect the buyer’s ability to further develop the leaseholds, which included: i) known environmental liabilities; ii) past drilling and operational practices; iii) history of spills, releases, stray gas and remediation projects; and, iv) waste management records, including waste generation and disposal of produced water, drill cuttings and other wastes. ARM also reviewed existing facility permits and aided the prospective buyer with permit transfer support. ARM’s findings were submitted in an environmental due diligence review report within an expedited time frame to accommodate the proposed transaction.

ARM Supports Strategic Surface Water Withdrawal Project

Fri, 15 Jul 2016 23:07:00 GMT

The project was originally developed as a single phase project, but was later divided into two phases. Phase I was recently completed in April 2016 with Phase II proposed to be completed in 2017. Phase I entailed the installation of a submerged intake screen and an 870-foot long 12-inch diameter high-density polyethylene pipe (HDPE) freshwater withdrawal pipeline connected to a nearby pumping station. The electrical infrastructure to power, monitor and record withdrawal data and pump performance was installed by ARM. For Phase I, freshwater will be stored in temporary tanks. Phase II will see the installation of two one-million gallon above ground freshwater storage tanks.

ARM also prepared and developed the Susquehanna River Basin Commission permit application and metering plan required for the withdrawal, and prepared and submitted the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection Joint Permit Application for the installation of the buried intake line and intake screen.

Coaches vs. Cancer Extremely Successful

Mon, 11 Jul 2016 00:36:00 GMT

ARM’s sponsorship and participation in the 20th annual Coaches vs Cancer (CVC) Golf Tournament, hosted by the CVC-Penn State organization (a collaborative program between the Penn State Men’s Basketball team and the American Cancer Society (ACS)), on June 2 nd and 3 rd , resulted in an extremely successful event.

ARM would like to thank everyone who participated in the Coaches vs. Cancer Golf Tournament held at Penn State University’s Golf Courses ! This year marked the 20 th anniversary for this highly successful event, as the CVC organization eclipsed $2.5 million in total funds raised. For the past several years, numerous ARM employees have contributed to this annual tournament in support of thelocal fight against cancer.

ARM joined the fight again this year, along with Penn State Coaches and Players, Big Ten Network and Local Media Personalities, Nittany Lion Greats and other notable sports figures. Our guests included clients from Apex Energy (David Freudenrich), Waste Management (Mike Rind and Rick Smitsky), Coca Cola (Jim Gazza), Noble Energy (Andrew Strassner) and Keystone Clearwater Solutions (Jeff Wehler). ARM’s contribution, along with the golf tournament proceeds, will provide direct aid to individuals and families fighting cancer across the Centre County region. It is projected that over $130, 000 was raised at this year’s Tournament.

Jeff Wehler (Keystone Clearwater Solutions), Rick Smitsky (Waste Management), Kellie Kemp, Bryan Wehler (ARM), Phil Essen (Deputy Director and COO of Penn State Athletics)

ARM Wins SWANA 2016 Excellence Award

Fri, 08 Jul 2016 23:54:00 GMT

The award will be presented at SWANA’s annual conference, WASTECON ^® , on Tuesday, August 23, 2016, in Indianapolis, Indiana.

Lanchester Landfill is operated by the CCSWA and has the responsibility to provide solid waste disposal for 49 communities in Chester County, Pennsylvania.

ARM developed innovative design solutions and completed construction of the expansions. ARM also assisted the Authority in developing solutions to mitigate visual impacts and addressing local community concerns.

SWANA’s Excellence Awards Program recognizes outstanding solid waste programs and facilities that advance the practice of environmentally and economically sound solid waste management through their commitment to utilizing effective technologies and processes in system design and operations, advancing worker and community health and safety, and implementing successful public education and outreach programs. Programs also must demonstrate that they are fiscally and environmentally responsible through their compliance with all applicable federal, state and local regulations.

About SWANA:

For more than 50 years, the Solid Waste Association of North America has been the leading professional association in the solid waste field. The association serves more than 8, 400 members throughout North America, and thousands more with conferences, certifications, publications and technical training courses.

ARM Proudly Sponsored Nittany Lion Aquatic Club

Mon, 04 Jul 2016 23:56:00 GMT

ARM Group Inc was a proud sponsor of the Nittany Lion Aquatic Club (NLAC) 2016 Swim Fest swim meet held June 17-19 at the McCoy Natatorium on the Penn State University campus in State College, PA.

Chris Finton, ARM’s Director of Water Resources and his daughter Sarah.

ARM’s Scott Martin Presents at 2016 Rare Plant Forum

Fri, 27 May 2016 22:32:00 GMT

ARM Group Inc.’s botanist, Scott Martin presented at the Rare Plant Forum held at Millersville University on April 30, 2016. The Rare Plant Forum is a function of the Vascular Plant Technical Committee (VPTC) of the Pennsylvania Biological Survey. The VPTC serves in an advisory role to the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania for issues related to the conservation of the native flora of Pennsylvania, and determines the protection status of State plant species. Scott’s presentation focused on documentation of an expanding population of the Pennsylvania rare plant species Tipularia discolor (Cranefly orchid) across the state over the past several decades. His presentation demonstrated that records of orchid population observations have expanded within southern Pennsylvania counties. One population has expanded from 200 plants to more than 3, 600 plants in a 16-year period. After lively discussions with the approximately 80 attending botanists at the presentation, the VPTC concurred that this species now appears secure within the state and no longer requires a protected status of Pennsylvania rare and removed the plant from the state protected list.

Cranefly Orchid (Tipularia discolor) in bloom in August and in leaf in March

(Photographs by Scott Martin)

ARM Proudly Sponsoring the 20th Annual Coaches vs. Cancer of Penn State Golf Tournament

Mon, 09 May 2016 17:38:00 GMT

ARM is excited to once again sponsor the annual Coaches vs. Cancer (CVC) Golf Tournament, hosted by the CVC-Penn State organization (a collaborative program between the Penn State Men’s Basketball team and the American Cancer Society (ACS)), on June 2 ^nd and 3 ^rd . This year marks the 20 ^th anniversary for this highly anticipated event as the CVC organization nears eclipsing $2.5 million in total funds raised. For the past several years, ARM employees and business partners have golfed in this annual tournament in support of the local fight against cancer. Last year, ARM uniquely participated as sponsors, golfers, donors and volunteers, and helped the organization raise over $115, 000!

ARM’s donation, along with the golf tournament proceeds will provide direct aid to individuals and families fighting cancer across the Centre region. ARM will be joining the fight again this year, along with Penn State coaches and players, Big Ten Network personalities, Nittany Lion greats and other notable sports figures who participate in the tournament.

The two-day event begins Thursday night with a Sponsor / Captain Reception at the Penn State Golf Course Pavilion, featuring hors d’oeuvres, live entertainment and the conclusion of an online auction, which will raise additional funding. Not only is this reception the highlight of the 2-day golf tournament, it truly is the must-attend Spring Gala in the region. ARM is proud to be the Presenting Sponsor of this year’s Sponsor / Captain Reception.

CVC-Penn State’s year-round fundraising efforts assist in providing life-saving patient services to cancer victims in State College and surrounding Central Pennsylvania areas, including the ACS Hope Lodge located just behind our Corporate Office in Hershey. Please visit the Coaches vs. Cancer webpage, as well as the on-line auction website, to find out how you can join ARM in supporting the fight against cancer.

www.cvcpennstate.org

www.biddingforgood.com/psucvc

AETA Achieves ISO 9001:2008 Certification

Tue, 26 Apr 2016 19:28:00 GMT

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ARM’s Scott Martin Recognized by Pennsylvania Amphibian and Reptile Survey Atlas Project

Mon, 04 Apr 2016 23:51:00 GMT

Scott Martin , Project Scientist II, achieved state-wide recognition for the second year in a row for documenting more than 1, 390 observations on the Pennsylvania Amphibian and Reptile Survey (PARS) atlas project. He was one of 14 recognized with providing outstanding volunteer efforts during the Second Annual PARS Meeting held on March 19, 2016 at the Elk Country Visitor Center in Benezette, Elk County. The PARS atlas began in 2013 and is a 10-year project supported by the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission and the Mid-Atlantic Center for Herpetology and Conservation to determine the extent and status of populations of reptiles, turtles, salamanders, frogs, toads, skinks, and lizards found within the state. The project will provide important information about herp species (amphibians and reptiles) across the state since their populations are under documented.

The Atlas effort relies upon citizen science. Anyone can document an observation by taking photographs or audio recordings and submitting the record to the PARS website by email or by sending the information to Scott at smartin@armgroup.net .

ARM Geophysics Supports Pennsylvania Geologic Survey and U.S. Geologic Survey with Borehole Logging Services

Wed, 23 Mar 2016 22:28:00 GMT

(see: Williams, J. H., Risser, D. W., and Dodge, C. H., 2015, Geohydrologic and water-quality characterization of a fractured-bedrock test hole in an area of Marcellus shale gas development, Tioga County, Pennsylvania: Pennsylvania Geological Survey, 4 ^th ser., Open-File Report OFMI 15–24.0, 44 p. plus supplemental information.).

Logs of stratigraphy, lithology, gamma, neutron porosity, density, and bedding orientation in the Cherry Flats test hole, Tioga County, Pennsylvania.

Under contract with the Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (PADCNR) Bureau of Topographic and Geologic Survey (BTGS), ARM provided down-hole geophysical services as part of the integrated analysis of core, geophysical logs, gas isotopes, and specific-depth water quality samples from the Cherry Flats test hole was used to characterize the stratigraphy, water-bearing zones, and groundwater quality at a site in southern Tioga County, Pennsylvania. The study was completed as a cooperative effort between the Pennsylvania Department of Natural Resources, BTGS and the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS). The multi-disciplinary characterization of the test hole provided information to aid the bedrock mapping of the Cherry Flats 7.5-minute quadrangle by BTGS, and to help quantify the depth and character of fresh and saline groundwater in an area of shale-gas exploration.

The actual publication can be found at:

http://www.dcnr.state.pa.us/topogeo/publications/pgspub/openfile/index.htm#ofmi

March 2016 Newsletter

Mon, 14 Mar 2016 19:14:00 GMT

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ARM’s Scott Wendling, P.G. will serve as a faculty member at the Pennsylvania Bar Institute’s annual Environmental Law Forum

Wed, 02 Mar 2016 00:09:00 GMT

ARM’s Scott Wendling, P.G. will serve as a faculty member at the Pennsylvania Bar Institute’s annual Environmental Law Forum in Harrisburg, PA on April 6, 2016. Mr. Wendling is ARM’s Vice President for Geophysical Services and his presentation will allow attorneys to learn how geophysical tools are used to solve environmental problems. The Environmental Law Forum brings together attorneys, engineers, professors, scientists, and consultants to learn about and share tips on environmental law. The Environmental Law Forum covers topics that include:

ARM is proud to once again be a Platinum Sponsor of this event.

ARM EnerTech Designs Streetcar Automation for Dallas Area Rapid Transit Authority

Fri, 12 Feb 2016 00:58:00 GMT

The Brookville Liberty Modern Streetcars operate along a four-stop, 1.6-mile track that provides access for citizens of Dallas’ urban core to the downtown Union Station hub. This hub connects to DART’s Red/Blue/Green light-rail vehicle (LRV) lines and the Trinity Railway Express with service to Fort Worth. The streetcars utilize an innovative battery energy storage system (ESS) to power the vehicle’s four traction motors when off-wire. Approximately one mile of the 1.6-mile track requires ESS power, allowing the LRV to cross the city’s Houston Street Viaduct over the Trinity River without the use of catenaries.

ETA, a Siemens Solutions Partner, engineered a complete control system in the vehicle that incorporated many Siemens automation components. The VCU was a Siemens S7-317 PLC, and the vehicle’s monitoring and diagnostics system consisted of one Siemen’s Microbox industrial computer in each operator’s cab connected to a touch-screen monitor for the operator to interface to the system. Each Siemens Microbox is running WinCC RT Professional SCADA software and was implemented with a redundancy license in order to keep the alarm and data logs on each respective computer’s SQL database consistent via the vehicle’s PROFINET network. All distributed I/O stations located throughout the vehicle are Siemens S7-300 remote I/O racks that are networked via PROFIBUS.

Check out a video of the streetcar here!

ARM Introduces Health Science Service Line

Thu, 11 Feb 2016 18:17:00 GMT

ARM is pleased to introduce our Health Science Service line. ARM’s health scientists will assist clients in addressing challenges pertaining to environmental health and safety, whether in the workplace, the home, or the general environment. We partner with industry associations and researchers in the US and Europe to focus on chemical carcinogenesis, toxicology, pharmacology and epidemiology, health risk assessment, management, and policy, environmental fate and transport modeling, and food chemistry. ARM’s core services and competencies are a natural fit for the health sciences service list, consisting of the following:

ARM’s Scott Wendling Presented at Association of Environmental & Engineering Geologist Section Meeting

Mon, 01 Feb 2016 19:44:00 GMT

ARM Group’s Vice President, Scott Wendling, P.G., offered his expertise at the Association of Environmental & Engineering Geologist (AEG) Baltimore-Washington-Harrisburg Section meeting on Thursday, January 21, 2016. Mr. Wendling provided a presentation on Geophysics in Environmental Consulting in Frederick, Maryland.

Mr. Wendling is a Senior Geophysicist & Hydrogeologist, having over 26 years of progressive technical experience providing geophysical, environmental and hydrogeologic consulting services to public and private sector clients. Mr. Wendling earned BS and MS degrees in Geology from Southern Illinois University. Mr. Wendling’s Master’s Thesis was a study of seismic refraction & wide angle reflection and gravity data in the Lake Superior area.

A specialist in geophysics and soil & groundwater characterization, he has been Project Manager for more than 50 large site characterization projects, and hundreds of smaller geophysical, site characterization, and remediation-related projects. His experience includes both invasive and non-invasive investigation techniques in varied geological terrain to determine the nature and distribution of chemical and radiological constituents in soil and groundwater. Mr. Wendling is a Vice President and Senior Project Manager at ARM Group Inc. and manages ARM Geophysics, which provides a complete range of surface and down-hole geophysical services.

ARM’s Bill Seaton to Present at 2016 Geological Society of America Northeastern Section Meeting

Mon, 25 Jan 2016 22:47:00 GMT

Bill Seaton is scheduled to make a presentation at the 2016 Geological Society of America Northeastern Section Meeting. The title of the talk is “EXPLORATION FOR GROUNDWATER SOURCES IN THRUST FAULTED TERRANES” in a session titled “Integrating Structural Geology with Hydrogeology” given on Monday, 21 March 2016 at the Empire State Plaza Convention Center in Albany, NY.

Click here for the meeting details and abstract presentation.

ARM Selected as a Finalist for the 4th Annual Oil and Gas Awards Consultancy of the Year

Sat, 16 Jan 2016 01:17:00 GMT

Winners will be selected at the awards gala dinner on March 30, 2016 at the Westin Convention Center, Pittsburgh PA. Previously, ARM has won awards for both Engineering Company of the year as well as Consultancy of the year.

For more information about the Oil & Gas Awards, all regional awards and award categories: www.oilandgasawards.com

ARM Presents at 2015 Maryland Groundwater Symposium

Tue, 13 Oct 2015 16:56:00 GMT

ARM Group’s Ryan Brandon offered insight on high-volume groundwater supply sources in thrust faulted terranes during a presentation last week at the 24 ^th Annual Maryland Groundwater Symposium.

The presentation included an overview of the thrust faulting in central and western Maryland and illustrates key factors that may be used to determine the presence of high volume thrust faulted aquifers in a particular area. Case histories of several recent groundwater exploration and development projects in thrust faulted terranes were discussed.

The geology of the Piedmont Plateau, Blue Ridge, and Ridge and Valley Provinces is characterized by ubiquitous thrust faulting causing significant deformation and complexity in the bedrock aquifers in areas west of the Fall Line in Maryland. The nature and extent of the thrust faults provides opportunities for zones of high porosity and permeability to develop along regional strike in fracture-prone bedrock. Aquifers in thrust faulted bedrock that underlie large watershed areas can source significant volumes of water to potential downgradient water supply wells. As such, thrust faulted areas can provide unique prospects for development of high-volume water supply wells for municipal, industrial, commercial, and agricultural uses.

ARM’s Scientist Attends 2015 Rare Plant Forum

Wed, 12 Aug 2015 22:04:00 GMT

Scott Martin, ARM Group Inc.’s Scientist, attended the Rare Plant Forum held at Penn State University. The Rare Plant Forum is a function of the Vascular Plant Technical Committee (VPTC) of the Pennsylvania Biological Survey. The VPTC serves in an advisory role to the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania for issues related to the conservation of the native flora of Pennsylvania, and determines the status of State plant species. At the Forum, Scott presented 11 recent population observations for Tipularia discolor (Cranefly orchid) in Greene County. The VPTC had requested additional data for this species for western Pennsylvania following his 2014 presentation urging the delisting this species base upon several years of field work in southcentral Pennsylvania. Additionally, Scott provided concurring information for the delisting of Oxidendron arboreum (sourwood tree) as a Pennsylvania Species of Special Concern (SOSC). His documented observations in Fayette and Greene Counties from 2014 through 2015 supported the VPTC-approved delisting of the sourwood tree. A previous presentation in 2014 on Stenanthium gramineum (eastern featherbells), Juncus torreyi (Torrey’s rush), and Aplectrum hymale (puttyroot orchid) resulted in delisting these three species based upon their newfound documented abundance.

Eastern featherbells (Stenanthium gramineum),
State Game Lands 203 Allegheny County, Pennsylvania

ARM Group’s Ben Allen, P.E. Named SWANA Young Professional of the Month

Tue, 28 Jul 2015 21:58:00 GMT

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ARM Group Wins Engineering Company of the Year!

Tue, 30 Jun 2015 02:03:00 GMT

The award recognizes outstanding achievements made within the Upstream and Midstream sectors of the Oil and Gas Industry. We were recognized for our success and commitment to health and safety, environmental stewardship and corporate social responsibility.

The awards were held at a Gala dinner, following an Industry Summit conference during the day at the Westin Conference Center in Downtown Pittsburgh.
The judges’ comments included numerous compliments regarding our industry leading solutions, including “Truly the industry leader in innovative solutions with a focus on continuous improvement. Many first of a kind projects are being completed by this group in an efficient and effective manner that are being used as the industry standard moving forward. Hats off to Chris Stahl and his entire team.”

Christopher Stahl, Vice President of Oil and Gas Operations, said: “It is a real privilege to win this award. This award is recognition of the hard work of everyone throughout the company in building our business to where we are today.”

Click here for a video of our win

ARM Supports Southwestern Energy Clay Shoot Benefiting United Way

Thu, 21 May 2015 19:28:00 GMT

ARM is extremely pleased to have sponsored the 3 ^rd Annual Southwestern Energy Marcellus Sporting Clays Shoot, hosted by Southwestern Energy Company (SWN), on Friday, May 15th. The event was held at Rock Mountain Sporting Clays in Springville, PA and reportedly raised over $63, 000.

The event proceeds benefited Lycoming, Wyoming, Bradford, and Susquehanna County United Way organizations. The United Way is engaged in nearly 1, 800 communities worldwide and focuses on community-based and community-led solutions that strengthen the cornerstones for a good quality of life: education, financial stability and health.

Participants shown from left to right: Mike Deming, SWN, Steve Moyer, ARM, Matt Curry, ARM, Dustin Hendricks, SWN and Scott Wendling, ARM

Tour the Wind Energy Project at Turkey Point

Tue, 05 May 2015 23:22:00 GMT

Take the opportunity on Saturday, May 30 ^th to visit the Turkey Point Wind Project, located at the Frey Farm Landfill in Conestoga, Lancaster County.

ARM was hired by the Lancaster County Solid Waste Management Authority (LCSWMA) and PPL Renewable Energy (PPLRE) to perform a feasibility study to assess the viability of constructing the wind project. Based on results from the study, LCSWMA and PPLRE authorized ARM to proceed with a wind resource assessment involving the collection of wind speed data from a meteorological tower. Based on the wind speed data, site conditions, economic factors and energy production, ARM proceeded with the design and permitting of two 1.6-megawatt General Electric wind turbines, which were commissioned in early 2011.

Turkey Hill Dairy now receives 21-25% percent of its annual electricity from the wind turbines, which generate approximately 6.2 million kilowatt-hours of electricity annually. It is estimated by the EPA that the energy created by the wind project reduces emissions equivalent to removing 1, 000 vehicles from the road and is enough energy to make about 5 million gallons of ice cream.

Seating is limited for the event and pre-registration is required. Click here to register with LCSWMA and for additional event details: http://www.lcswma.org/windtours/

ARM Participating in 2015 Coaches vs. Cancer of Penn State Golf Tournament

Fri, 01 May 2015 20:39:00 GMT

ARM is extremely pleased to be sponsoring the 19th annual Coaches vs. Cancer (CVC) Golf Tournament, hosted by the CVC-Penn State and the American Cancer Society (ACS), on May 29th. For the past several years, ARM employees and business partners have golfed in this annual tournament in support of the local fight against cancer. Last year, as sponsors, golfers, donors and volunteers, ARM helped the organization raise $125, 000!

ARM will be joining the fight again this year, along with Penn State coaches and players, Big Ten network personalities, Nittany Lion greats and other notable sports figures. The golf tournament proceeds will provide direct aid to individuals and families fighting cancer across the Centre region.

The two-day event begins Thursday night with a Sponsor / Captain reception at Medlar Field at Lubrano Park, featuring a silent auction, which will raise additional funding. On Friday, we will be swinging our clubs in support of the annual cancer fight at the Penn State Blue and White Golf Courses. An awards dinner at Beaver Stadium will cap off the tournament events.

CVC-Penn State’s year-round fundraising efforts assist in providing life-saving patient services to cancer victims in State College and other Central Pennsylvania areas including the ACS Hope Lodge located in Hershey. Please visit the Coaches vs. Cancer webpage to find out how you can join ARM in supporting the fight against cancer.

www.cvcpennstate.org

ARM Group Wins Engineering Company of the Year!

Thu, 26 Mar 2015 21:30:00 GMT

The judges’ comments included numerous compliments regarding our industry leading solutions, including “Truly the industry leader in innovative solutions with a focus on continuous improvement. Many first of a kind projects are being completed by this group in an efficient and effective manner that are being used as the industry standard moving forward. Hats off to Chris Stahl and his entire team.”

Click here for a video of the win!

Click here for our acceptance speech!

ARM Selected as a Finalist for the Engineering Company of the Year

Fri, 16 Jan 2015 18:59:00 GMT

The Oil & Gas Awards recognizes companies that excel in the key areas of Health & Safety, Operational Excellence, Innovation, Corporate Social Responsibility and Environmental Stewardship within the upstream and midstream sectors of the oil and gas industry.

Winners will be selected at the awards gala dinner on March 25, 2015 at the Westin Convention Center, Pittsburgh PA.

For more information about the Oil & Gas Awards, all regional awards and award categories: www.oilandgasawards.com

ARM CEO / President Featured in Zweig Letter

Wed, 03 Dec 2014 02:32:00 GMT

ARM’s CEO and President, Bryan M. Wehler, P.E., P.G. , was just featured in The Zweig Letter (a national newsletter publication designed to keep A&E business leaders informed, inspired, entertained, and challenged)! The Zweig article highlights ARM’s sustained emphasis on workforce development and training, long-term succession planning, and proactively nurturing a healthy organizational culture. Check out the full article here: https://bit.ly/2DIxsFA

ARM Engineer Addresses Landfill Gas Health Concerns in Waste Advantage Magazine

Mon, 10 Nov 2014 19:21:00 GMT

Neil Peters, P.E., ARM Vice President and Senior Engineer, co-authored a paper regarding health effects of combusting landfill gas, which was featured in the September issue of Waste Advantage Magazine. The paper describes a study to address community concern over a County proposal to install a generating facility that would be powered by combusting landfill gas. Mr. Peters worked as a consultant to the County, leading a group tasked to design and conduct a program of air quality modeling, emissions testing, and health risk assessment based on the testing.

Click here for full article: http://wasteadvantagemag.com/combusting-landfill-gas-addressing-neighbors-health-concerns/

ARM Announces Hiring of Two Geologists

Fri, 10 Oct 2014 19:12:00 GMT

ARM would like to welcome Kevin Smith and Charles Burger to our team.

Kevin Smith will return to ARM after a two-month hiatus due to his relocation to New Jersey. Kevin was greatly missed by the environmental department and will resume his role as a Project Geologist and the primary Phase I and Phase II ESA engineer. Mr. Smith will be based in our Hershey office.

Charlie Burger will work as a Project Geologist in our State College office . Mr. Burger graduated from Indiana University with a BS in Geology. He is a licensed P.G. in Pennsylvania and previously worked as a Project Manager at Mountain Research, LLC., where he prepared proposals and bids, maintained long-term budget goals, directly interacted with clients and company staff in site characterization, groundwater and soil remediation, emergency spill response, and Phase I and Phase II ESA’s.

ARM Raised Over $1, 200 for AHA Through Participation in the 2014 Capital Region Heart Walk

Thu, 02 Oct 2014 19:52:00 GMT

ARM employees and families participated in the American Heart Association and the American Stroke Association’s 2014 Capital Region Heart Walk on Sunday, September 21, 2014 at City Island. The ARM team was comprised of employees as well as their family members and friends. Our Capital Region Heart Walk team raised over $1, 200.

The annual walk is a celebration of survivors, as well as a tribute to those lost or affected by heart disease or stroke. ARM joined more than a million people in 300+ cities this year taking a stand against heart disease and helping to save lives across America.

ARM Presents on New Settlement Accommodation Plan at SWANA 16th Annual Fall Conference

Fri, 12 Sep 2014 16:57:00 GMT

At the Solid Waste Association of North America’s (SWANA) 16 ^th Annual Joint Fall Conference in Harrisburg, ARM’s President, William S. Tafuto, P.E., presented on the topic of the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection’s (PADEP) new policy guidelines that can allow waste containment facilities to capture in advance the capacity provided by waste consolidation. This policy guideline, referred to as a Settlement Accommodation Plan (SAP) would allow landfills to temporarily increase side slopes from a 33% grade to a maximum of 40%. The maximum allowable increase in grade will be determined by the expected settlement in each respective area, not to exceed 10% of the total waste thickness. An SAP is to be submitted to PADEP for approval in the form of a Minor Permit Modification.

The annual conference was hosted by SWANA, Pennsylvania Waste Industries Association (PWIA), PADEP and Pennsylvania Association of Host Municipal Inspectors (PAHMI), and was held at the Harrisburg Hilton Hotel on September 3 ^rd and 4 ^th . In addition to Mr. Tafuto’s presentation, ARM showcased its wide range of solid waste management services as a featured exhibitor.

The SWANA conference is considered the premier event for Pennsylvania’s solid waste and recycling industries, consisting of over 250 attendees and exhibitors, including decision makers from public and private sectors, regulatory agencies, consultants, and other technical and legal professionals.

ARM Hosts Annual Summer Picnic at PNC Park

Fri, 15 Aug 2014 19:07:00 GMT

ARM Pittsburgh held its annual summer company picnic at PNC Park for the San Diego Padres vs. Pittsburgh Pirates game. In attendance were our Pittsburgh office employees along with their children, families and friends.

Attendees enjoyed the baseball game (the Pirates won!) as well as extremely intense corn-hole tournaments. We had a great time and we are looking forward to next year!

ARM Utilizing State of the Art Equipment to Keep OH Roadways Safe

Fri, 25 Jul 2014 19:50:00 GMT

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ARM Geophysics Supported DCNR, BTGS, and USGS by Providing Borehole Well Logging Services

Thu, 24 Jul 2014 16:52:00 GMT

ARM Geophysics recently supported the Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) Bureau of Topographic and Geologic Survey (BTGS) and the United States Geological Survey (USGS) by providing borehole well logging services. Over the past few years, ARM has provided borehole and surface geophysical services on several projects for the BTGS across the Commonwealth. On one project, ARM used its well logging expertise to support the BTGS’ study entitled “ Geohydrologic and Water Quality Characterization of a Fractured-Bedrock Test Hole in an Area of Marcellus Shale Gas Development, Bradford County, Pennsylvania ”.

ARM completed well logging in the nearly 2, 000-ft deep test well using the following tools: high-resolution digital optical televiewer (OTV), acoustic televiewer (ATV, density, neutron, heat-pulse flow-meter (HPFM), and our polyprobe, which includes fluid temperature, fluid resistivity, natural gamma ray, formation resistivity (multiple points), and spontaneous potential (SP). ARM Geophysics’ well logs were featured recently in the BTGS Open File Miscellaneous Investigation 13-01.1 (Risser, Hand, Behr, and Markowski, 2013). Click here to view publication .

ARM Biologist Approved by Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission as a Timber Rattlesnake Monitor

Tue, 22 Jul 2014 16:52:00 GMT

ARM EnerTech Associates, LLC (AETA) Assists Sheetz with Installation of Electric Car Charging Stations

Mon, 30 Jun 2014 20:21:00 GMT

Pennsylvania residents will now be heading to the gas station to fill up – on electricity. AETA recently completed the installation of five electric vehicle charging stations at five of Sheetz Pennsylvania locations.

According to the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (PADEP), these chargers are the first direct-current fast chargers installed in partnership with the Alternative Fuels Incentive Grants (AFIG) Program at service stations in Pennsylvania. As plug-in electric vehicle ownership expands, the need for publically-accessible charging stations grows, and Sheetz is providing leadership in this need.

The charger itself is manufactured by Eaton. AETA was responsible for installation at each facility, and integrated the car chargers into each store’s energy management system. The stations will support faster charging at higher voltage rates, which means the complete charge will only take approximately 25 to 30 minutes. The chargers are considered to be Level 3 chargers, which support Chademo connectors.

Sheetz installed the new charging stations in Harrisburg, Mechanicsburg, Blairsville, Altoona, and State College, PA.

ARM’s Participation in Coaches vs Cancer Results in Another Successful Year of Raising Funds for Cancer Research

Wed, 28 May 2014 21:01:00 GMT

ARM’s sponsorship and participation in the 18th annual Coaches vs Cancer (CVC) Golf Tournament, hosted by the CVC-Penn State organization and the American Cancer Society (ACS) on May 30 ^th , resulted in an extremely successful event.

ARM joined the cancer fight, along with Penn State coaches and players, Big Ten network personalities, Nittany Lion Greats and other notable sports figures. The golf tournament proceeds provided direct aid to individuals and families fighting cancer across the Centre region. For the past several years, ARM employees have volunteered on the tournament’s overall planning committee and assisted with course set-up.

The two-day event began Thursday night with a Sponsor / Captain reception gala at Medlar Field at Lubrano Park, featuring a silent auction, which provided additional funding. On Friday, hosts and supporters swung their clubs in support of the annual cancer fight at the Penn State Blue and White Golf Courses. An awards dinner at Beaver Stadium capped off the tournament events.

In 2013, the tournament and silent auction helped CVC-Penn State eclipse the $2 million mark in total funds raised since the program’s inception 17 years ago. The year-round fundraising efforts assisted in providing live-saving patient services to cancer victims in the Penn State and Central Pennsylvania areas including the ACS Hope Lodge located in Hershey. Hopefully, 2014 donations will exceed 2013!

Thank you to everyone who participated in the event. ARM looks forward to your participation next year!

ARM’s Fivesome (From Left to Right): Ken Martz (Chevron), Jeff Huckabee (Shell), Kristan Padula (Campbell Oil & Gas), Dave Martin (Graymont), Jon Crispin (PSU Men’s Basketball Alumni / Fox Sports & Time Warner SportsNet analyst)

ARM Announces the Hiring of John Mongelluzzo

Wed, 14 May 2014 00:07:00 GMT

ARM is pleased to welcome John Mongelluzzo to our team. John will work as a Senior Project Manager in the Canonsburg office.

John graduated from Shippensburg University with a BS in Environmental Science. John was a Lead Marketing Coordinator and Client Account Manager for AECOM’s Marcellus/Utica Shale Gas Initiative. He arranged, coordinated, and moderated several client introduction meetings and developed client relationships for both Upstream and Midstream natural gas companies in pursuit of obtaining work. John was responsible for negotiating and compliance with client contracts and MSA’s, quality assurance of deliverables, negotiations regarding rate schedules and holding project teams accountable for project delivery and meeting deadlines. John has also established and currently maintains working and personal contact relationships with individuals at various department levels within several Upstream and Midstream natural gas companies.

John will be located at the Canonsburg office and can be contacted at direct line 724-485-2767 or ext. 2407. His email address is jmongelluzzo@armgroup.net . His cell phone number is 412.445.6526.

ARM Company-Wide Participation in PA Jobs PA Energy Rally a Paramount Success

Thu, 08 May 2014 19:05:00 GMT

About 20 ARM employees joined United Shale Advocates in rallying for PA Jobs and Energy on Tuesday, May 6 ^th on the steps of the Harrisburg Capital.

ARM marched with approximately 3, 000 supporters from Harrisburg’s Metro Bank Park on City Island to the steps of the State Capitol on Tuesday in support of energy security across Pennsylvania.

The rally also included a variety of speeches by Shale advocates discussing how Marcellus Shale has positively impacted Pennsylvania’s economy. Pennsylvania is currently the second-largest producer of natural gas in the US, only behind Texas.

Thank you to everyone who joined us to support jobs and energy. We were proud to spend the day with fellow advocates!

ARM Provides Engineering Services in Support of Turn-Key Water Supply and Pipeline Transport Projects to the Natural Gas Industry Operating in the Appalachian Basin

Tue, 06 May 2014 18:21:00 GMT

ARM’s hydrogeologists and water resource engineers are adept at identifying, analyzing, and developing strategic surface water and/or ground water sources to support natural gas drilling operations. In many locations, water pipelines are substantially more cost-effective than trucking water, with the added benefit of reducing or eliminating nuisance truck traffic.

The ARM team has developed abundant water sources and has designed and permitted hundreds of miles of water pipelines throughout the Marcellus and Utica footprints.

ARM’s Input regarding the PA Department of Environmental Protection (PADEP) Oil and Gas Industry Regulations, Policies, Application Reviews and Consistency Leads to Important Changes

Mon, 05 May 2014 19:10:00 GMT

Based on ARM’s extensive experience with the Design and Construction Standards for Centralized Impoundments, ARM proposed modifications to some of the PADEP’s requirements and policies as they were written.

ARM’s suggested revisions resulted in changes to subbase requirements, as well as permit application changes related to concurrent submissions.

These changes to the regulatory requirements, which were implemented December 2013, will result in a 3-month reduction in permitting time as well as at least a $15, 000 reduction in subbase testing fees. The permit time reduction was the result of the PADEP agreeing to accept concurrent applications for ESCGP-2 and Dam Permits.

ARM will continue to communicate with the PADEP to improve specific Oil & Gas regulations on behalf of its customers to ensure that projects can be completed in a timely and cost-effective manner while simultaneously protecting the environment.

ARM Announces the Hiring of Chris Finton, P.G.

Wed, 02 Apr 2014 16:32:00 GMT

ARM is pleased to announce that Mr. Chris Finton, P.G. has joined ARM’s State College, Pennsylvania office as a Senior Hydrogeologist. Mr. Finton has 20 years of professional experience in hydrogeology and project management, with project experience in water-supply development and permitting (PADEP, SRBC, and DRBC), mine and quarry water-resource investigations and permitting (PADEP), bottled water supply, environmental characterization, and ground-water flow modeling. Mr. Finton served in various leadership roles and as a senior hydrogeologist for Meiser & Earl, Inc. for over 11 years, as well as in the Water Resources Department of Danone Waters of North America and as a Principal Research Scientist for Battelle Memorial Institute in Columbus, Ohio. Mr. Finton is a certified professional geologist in Pennsylvania and California, and has performed work in the United States, Canada, and Europe.

The addition of Mr. Finton enhances ARM’s hydrogeologic experience base and the firm’s capability to provide technical services related to water supply, mine and quarry, and water resource related permitting projects. Mr. Finton can be contacted at 814-272-0455 ext. 2221 or by email at cfinton@armgroup.net .

ARM Selected to Maryland Environmental Service A/E Short List

Wed, 19 Mar 2014 00:47:00 GMT

ARM to Provide Solid Waste Engineering for Baltimore County

Wed, 19 Mar 2014 00:46:00 GMT

ARM Senior Hydrogeologist Bill Seaton Presenting at 63rd Annual Meeting of the Southeastern Section of the Geological Society of America and at American Waterworks Association – PA Section An...

Fri, 28 Feb 2014 01:33:00 GMT

ARM Senior Hydrogeologist Bill Seaton is scheduled to make two presentations at water resource conferences during spring 2014. A talk entitled “Exploration and Development of Groundwater Resources in the Piedmont Province using Surface and Borehole Geophysical Methods” is slated for the 63rd Annual Meeting of the Southeastern Section of the Geological Society of America (GSA) held April 10-11, 2014 in Blacksburg, Virginia. The second presentation “Delineation of Wellhead Protection Areas and Geothermal Ordinance Development Using Surface Geophysical Methods” is scheduled for the American Waterworks Association – PA Section (PA-AWWA) Annual Conference held May 6-8, 2014 in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. These conferences provide an opportunity to present case histories of state-of-the-art methods utilized in successful water resource development projects to audiences composed of industrial, municipal, and commercial professionals as well as researchers and students. Bill’s abstract for the GSA meeting in Blacksburg may be found at:

https://gsa.confex.com/gsa/2014SE/webprogram/Paper236967.html

ARM Exhibited at OOGA 2014 Winter Meeting

Mon, 24 Feb 2014 05:00:00 GMT

ARM exhibited our broad range of oil and gas consulting services at the Ohio Oil and Gas Association (OOGA) Winter Meeting in March at the Hilton Columbus at Easton in Columbus, Ohio.

The annual OOGA 2014 Winter Meeting provided a platform for top oil and gas industry leaders to expand and improve the oil and gas industry via business sessions as well as a trade show.

Thank you to all who visited our booth and we look forward to seeing you next year!

ARM’s Value Engineering Approach Saves E&P Company Hundreds of Thousands of Dollars in Construction Costs

Sat, 15 Feb 2014 01:09:00 GMT

Using a proprietary value engineering approach, ARM engineers have saved one Exploration and Production (E&P) Company operating in the Appalachian Basin over a million dollars in construction costs in just the last 9 months. ARM’s innovative approach involves the performance of a subsurface or geotechnical investigation of the proposed well pad, impoundment (if applicable), and access road(s) prior to construction. The information from the subsurface investigation is compiled and evaluated by ARM engineers to determine options for enhancing the strength and stiffness of the earthen subgrade to allow for a reduction in the amount of costly aggregate imported to the construction site.

Many E&P companies do not perform pre-construction subsurface investigations choosing instead to deploy a standardized aggregate section using a fixed stone thickness. ARM’s approach allows for the development of a site-specific earthwork strategy that optimizes the use of the native earthen materials and enhances the engineering properties of these materials, when necessary, with various subgrade reinforcement technological solutions.

ARM’s design optimization approach accounts for the anticipated loading and trafficking that the various features will experience over the lifespan of the installation and uses select modelling tools to ensure that the design will meet the long-term performance requirements of the facility.

ARM’s recommendations are presented in a geotechnical memorandum and summarized in a cost savings table, which presents the monetary implications of the various design alternatives that were evaluated as part of the value engineering approach. All of the geotechnical data collected from the study, technical specifications, and the preferred subgrade enhancement options from the value engineering assessment are integrated into a comprehensive Geotechnical Construction Plan (single sheet) that is provided to the bidders to ensure accurate bids with minimal contingencies required by the Owner.

On average, and depending on the size of the facility, ARM’s value engineering approach is saving between $50, 000-$150, 000 per site. For more information about this unique cost savings strategy, please contact Bryan Wehler, P.E., P.G. at 717-533-8600.

Installation of subgrade reinforcement and subbase aggregate at a well pad site.

ARM Featured in SWANA’s “The Keystone” 2014 Winter Edition

Wed, 12 Feb 2014 22:28:00 GMT

ARM Group was featured in SWANA’s “The Keystone” 2014 Winter Edition for Presenting the Lanchester Landfill Mini-Technology Seminar. See Full SWANA 2014 Winter Newsletter

On November 7, 2013, the SWANA Keystone Chapter held a Mini-Technical Seminar at the Lanchester Landfill in Narvon, PA. Presentations at the seminar were made by Bob Watts, Executive Director of CCSWA, William Tafuto, P.E. of ARM Group Inc. (ARM), and Daniel Fellon, P.E. of ARM. A follow-up presentation of this seminar was attended by Mr. Christopher Abruzzo, Secretary of the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (PADEP), and Mr. Dana Aunkst, Executive Deputy Secretary of PADEP, on November 25, 2013.

The Lanchester Landfill (Lanchester), an approximately 630-acre disposal facility that has operated since the 1960’s, is owned and operated by the Chester County Solid Waste Authority (CCSWA). The Area E expansion was permitted in 2011, providing approximately 4.1 million tons of capacity at Lanchester, and encompasses a total footprint of approximately 55.9 acres; 41.6 acres of the expansion footprint are comprised of overfilling or a “piggyback” of the existing landfill. The final phase of the initial 3-phase build-out, the Stage 2 Construction project, is currently underway. Final design tasks of the three construction phases to develop the initial cell of the Area E expansion were completed by ARM.

The Stage 2 project includes construction of approximately 1, 600 feet of a mechanically stabilized earth (MSE) berm, the 18-acre liner system for Cell 1 of the expansion, extensive landfill gas (LFG) and stormwater management modifications, and final cover system removal. The MSE berm is constructed to a 1H:3V exterior face, graded with a 2H:1V interior slope, and rises to a maximum height of 68 feet. To date, the MSE berm has been constructed to a height of approximately 47.5 feet.

Construction of MSE berm to 47.5’ of proposed 68’ total height.

Christopher Abruzzo, PADEP Secretary, at Lanchester Landfill Area E Expansion MSE Berm

Preparatory construction phases during the 2011-2013 construction seasons included the following tasks:

Concurrent with the construction of Area E Cell 1 is installation of an alternative final cover, comprised of the ClosureTurf™ system. ClosureTurf™ is a synthetic HDPE grass-blade product that combines the use of an Agru Super Gripnet® LLDPE geomembrane barrier with a synthetic turf drainage layer component. The double-layer woven geotextile component housing the turf product is subsequently in-filled with sand ballast. The CCSWA permitted the installation of the ClosureTurf™ system as a PADEP Demonstration Project in September 2011 and commenced construction in 2013. A two-year evaluation program will be implemented during 2014-2016 by the CCSWA to document the alternative cover system’s effectiveness in achieving PADEP performance standards , prior to review and further consideration by PADEP as a potential permanent cover system.

ClosureTurf™ installation prior to terrace scour protection and stabilization.

Tours of the active construction projects at Lanchester followed the project discussions.

For more information on these projects, contact Daniel Fellon, P.E., Project Manager at dfellon@armgroup.net .

ARM Attends Federal Energy Regulatory Commission Training

Wed, 20 Mar 2013 23:42:00 GMT

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ARM Won Consultancy of the Year Award for Oil and Gas Awards!

Mon, 18 Mar 2013 23:16:00 GMT

ARM EnerTech Associates, LLC Expands Business to the Greater New York Area

Tue, 26 Feb 2013 22:04:00 GMT

ARM Featured in The Patriot-News Engineer’s Week Supplement

Tue, 26 Feb 2013 00:01:00 GMT

ARM’s South Hadley Landfill article was featured in The Patriot-News Engineer’s Week supplement which highlights engineers, local firms, and interesting stories. The article is titled “A Project of Many Firsts: The South Hadely Landfill Cell 2D Vertical Expansion” authored by ARM’s, Ben Allen, E.I.T. and Bryan Wehler, P.E., P.G.

A copy of the article can be found here .

ARM Geophysics Announces the Hiring of Duro Rajkovic

Fri, 01 Feb 2013 16:38:00 GMT

Mr. Rajkovic received his BA in Geosciences from Franklin & Marshall College, his MBA from the University of Delaware, and he completed graduate courses in Geophysics.

ARM Brief’s State Legislators on Sinkholes in Wake of Recent Street Collapse in Uptown Harrisburg.

Wed, 23 Jan 2013 21:26:00 GMT

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The Fourth Street collapse focused attention on the many surface depressions and holes which exist on Harrisburg Streets. Approximately 40 such depressions and holes are covered by steel plates that have been placed on City streets until repair funds are available. Many of these problems are the result of soil losses into broken utility lines; the water-bearing pipes in Harrisburg, as well as many other Pennsylvania communities, are typically over 50 years old, and in some cases over 100 years old. Beyond simply repairing sinkholes after they occur, the City of Harrisburg and state legislators are interested in exploring ways to evaluate the potential for future sinkhole activity, particularly in areas where very old utility lines are still in service.

Mr. Masland spoke to the legislators about the causes of sinkholes, and the common conditions that promote their development. In addition to naturally occurring sinkholes that result from soil losses into cavities within underlying limestone bedrock, sinkholes can also occur when soil is washed into sewer lines or similar conduits. Holes in broken or corroded pipes; or holes created by open joints between pipe segments; can allow enough soil to enter the pipes and be transported by the flowing water within to eventually result in a surface collapse. The older the piping, the more susceptible it typically is to such problems, and cities with very old utility systems often experience surface collapse that are more related to aging infrastructure than to the underlying geology. Mr. Masland also spoke to the legislators about the importance of identifying and correcting the root cause of a sinkhole during the repair process, and the importance of proper backfilling and compaction as repairs are made.

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ARM Receives #11 Slot in Central Penn Business Journal’s Best Places to Work in PA 2012

Fri, 30 Nov 2012 20:01:00 GMT

ARM was selected as No. 11 out of the Top 100 for the Best Places to Work in PA for 2012 at the awards banquet held November 29, at the Lancaster County Convention Center. Companies from across the state entered the two-part process to determine the 100 Best Places to Work in PA. The awards program is one of the first statewide programs of its kind in the country. The program is a public/private partnership between Team Pennsylvania Foundation, the Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development, the Pennsylvania State Council of the Society for Human Resource Management, and the Central Penn Business Journal. ARM was the highest rated engineering and consulting firm in the state.

This survey and awards program identifies, recognizes and honors the best places of employment in Pennsylvania, who are benefiting the state’s economy and its workforce.

The Top 100 list of the 2012 Best Places to Work in PA recipients can be found at:

http://bestplacestoworkinpa.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=54&Itemid=1

ARM Enertech Associates Aids with Hurricane Sandy Recovery

Fri, 16 Nov 2012 17:44:00 GMT

One of the first test trains on Sunday, Nov. 11, passing by PATH Substation #8.

When Hurricane Sandy hit New Jersey and New York, the low-lying Port Authority Trans Hudson (PATH) rail system was devastated by flooding unlike anything seen in its 104-year history. This flooding of brackish sea water resulted in the disruption of four major PATH substations that supplied power to the rail system. Three engineers from ARM EnerTech Associates (AETA) were retained to help troubleshoot problems, oversee repairs, coordinate work across the four substations, and ultimately aid in the restoration of power to the rail system.

The repairs were started as soon as the water receded from the substations. Major equipment was underwater, including the Rectifiers that create the DC traction power for the trains, the DC Switchgear that distributes power to the tracks, the lead acid batteries that power the control systems and the protective devices and circuit breakers that keep the system operating. To add to the difficulties, there were fuel shortages and power outages throughout the region. AETA personnel worked extended hours, using generators powered by scarce fuel supplies, to help restore operations of the PATH rail system.

Despite the adverse work conditions, repairs proceeded quickly. After a week of round the clock repairs, the first test trains were run between Newark, New Jersey and 33rd Street in Manhattan on Sunday November 11th. The next morning, limited public rail service began from Newark to 33rd Street. Although the PATH rail system repairs are still ongoing, nine stations have been reopened, and AETA personnel continue to work to help restore operations to the four remaining inoperable stations.

Hoboken Station during the height of the storm. Photo from PATH security camera, posted to the Port Authority Twitter Feed.

ARM’s Jonathan B. Meyers voted to SWANA Board of Directors

Thu, 01 Nov 2012 21:44:00 GMT

http://swana-midatl.org/DirectorsPage.htm

ARM Receives #25 Ranking for Top 50 Fastest Growing Companies

Sun, 14 Oct 2012 18:33:00 GMT

The Top 50 Fastest Growing Companies list can be found at:

http://centralpennbusiness.com/article/20120913/CPBJ01/120919885/-1/supplements&template=digital_edition

Northeast Maryland Waste Disposal Authority Turns Landfill Gas into Electric Power

Tue, 02 Oct 2012 23:04:00 GMT

Anne Arundel County and the Northeast Maryland Waste Disposal Authority held a ribbon-cutting ceremony for a new 3.2 MW landfill gas to energy facility at the County’s Millersville Landfill. The facility becomes the second largest landfill gas generator in Maryland. ARM served as the Authority’s construction quality assurance engineer on the project. ARM previously provided design review and CQA services on the Authority’s landfill gas to energy facilities at Montgomery County’s Oaks and Gude landfills.

Anne Arundel County Website link:

http://www.aacounty.org/News/Current/20120726_Landfill.cfm

NMWDA Website link:

http://www.nmwda.org/projects_and_services/anne_arundel_county_lgte.shtml

ARM’s Bryan Wehler Appointed SWANA Officer

Mon, 17 Sep 2012 22:33:00 GMT

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ARM Contract Renewed with Virginia Department of Public Works

Wed, 15 Aug 2012 18:16:00 GMT

The Fairfax County, Virginia Department of Public Works has renewed its contract with ARM Group to provide hydrogeologic consulting services for another two years.

ARM Group Locates High-Capacity Irrigation Water Wells Using State-of-the-Art Geophysical Methods

Tue, 14 Aug 2012 15:46:00 GMT

ARM Group Inc. has recently conducted a series of groundwater studies using state-of-the-art geophysical methods for several farms in south-central Pennsylvania. These studies have resulted in three new high-capacity wells for farm and irrigation water supply use. The old water sources on these farms had produced only modest flows of water and tended to lose capacity during dry weather conditions. The new wells that were sited based upon the recommendations by ARM Group Inc. have provided yields of several hundred gallons-per-minute and allowed one farmer to install a center-pivot irrigation system for his crops (see photos below). In addition, the higher yields supplied by the new wells provides a consistent source for watering livestock which has allowed an increase in milk production.

ARM Published in the SWANA Newsletter

Wed, 18 Jul 2012 17:59:00 GMT

Newsletter for SWANA

ARM was a Proud Sponsor of the Rex Energy Charity Golf Tournament

Fri, 06 Jul 2012 17:42:00 GMT

ARM was a proud sponsor of the 4th Annual Rex Energy Charity Golf Tournament.

ARM Sponsors Coaches vs. Cancer

Wed, 27 Jun 2012 16:05:00 GMT

Wendy Pelky, P.E. (Project Manager), has chaired the On-Course Food Subcommittee, for the past six years. In addition to orchestrating the menus, setup, breakdown and schedule (and much, much more) of the other four food vendors, her primary responsibility is ensuring that the Tournament Sponsor (Sheetz) continues in that lead role.

Tessa Antolick, P.E. (Project Engineer II), has chaired the Golf Tournament Awards Reception Subcommittee for the last four years, which is held annually at the Mt. Nittany Club of Beaver Stadium. Additionally, Tessa coordinates the overall Golf Committee meetings and works on the Sponsorship and Registration Committees.

Both Tessa and Wendy also chair and lead other CVC Events throughout the year.

ARM committed to a Coaches Level Sponsorship this year, greatly assisting the committee in generating revenues over $108, 000.00 for the golf event alone. PSU CVC has netted over $2M since its inception, which has been used for both cancer research and providing financial support for families and individuals affected by cancer.

See below video link for a closer look at the tournament:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q3nBfjXOCgQ

ARM is Bronze and Silver SWANA Excellence Award Winner

Thu, 21 Jun 2012 15:49:00 GMT

2012 SWANA Landfill Reuse Bronze Excellence Award Winner!

Interstate Waste Services South Hadley Landfill & ARM Group, Inc.; South Hadley, Massachusetts

South Hadley Landfill (SHL), LLC, an Interstate Waste Services Company, hired ARM Group Inc. (ARM) in 2006 to begin exploring the feasibility of using a mechanically stabilized earth( MSE) berm to support a vertical expansion in a State (i.e., Commonwealth of Massachusetts) that had never permitted an MSE berm for capacity development at a waste containment facility. Over the course of the next 4 years, ARM worked with the Town of South Hadley and various levels at the Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection to gain approval for the use of an MSE berm to construct what is referred to as the “Cell 2D Vertical Expansion” (Cell 2D) at the SHL.

2012 SWANA Landfill Reuse Silver Excellence Award Winner!

Lancaster County Solid Waste Management Authority, Turkey Point Renewable Energy Park; Lancaster, Pennsylvania

Link to SWANA award page: http://swana.informz.net/SWANA/archives/archive_2441484.html

ARM Formed a Joint Venture with TerranearPMC

Mon, 18 Jun 2012 16:23:00 GMT

ARM formed a joint venture (JV) with TerranearPMC (Exton, PA).

ARM Completes South Hadley Landfill MSE Solar Berm Project

Mon, 07 May 2012 16:14:00 GMT

ARM also provided construction-phase engineering services throughout the installation of the solar system. The solar system consists of a total of 364 solar modules, which are expected to generate nearly 100, 000 KW-hours/year. A Solectria PVI-82 inverter was selected to convert the DC output into AC power. The electricity from the solar system will be used to partially offset the electrical consumption from the adjacent South Hadley Department of Public Works. All of the solar modules have been installed and the solar system is expected to be interconnected in May 2012.

Below is a link to a website that presents the current and cumulative production from the solar system at the South Hadley Landfill:

http://live.deckmonitoring.com/?id=south_hadley_lf

ARM’s Canonsburg Office Has Recently Relocated

Mon, 30 Apr 2012 16:26:00 GMT

ARM’s Canonsburg office has recently relocated in order to accommodate personnel expansion

ARM Awarded Next Phase of Environmental Support for Lancaster’s Northwest Gateway

Mon, 16 Apr 2012 18:55:00 GMT

ARM has been awarded the next phase of environmental support for Lancaster’s Northwest Gateway revitalization.

ARM Geophysics Completes Successful Delineation

Mon, 26 Mar 2012 16:43:00 GMT

ARM Geophysics recently completed the successful delineation of an old dump site in North Carolina.

ARM Successfully Closes Another Remediation Site

Mon, 19 Mar 2012 16:00:00 GMT

ARM successfully closes another remediation site. ARM recently received approval from the PADEP’s Northeast Region

ARM Geophysics Announces Expansion of Geophysical Well Logging Capabilities

Tue, 24 Jan 2012 23:59:00 GMT

(Hershey, Pennsylvania) ARM Geophysics, an operating division of ARM Group Inc. (ARM), announced the expansion of its geophysical well logging services with additional trucks and down-hole tools to better serve its oil & gas clients. Click on the below link to view entire press release:

ARM Geophysics Press Release

Armstrong Phase Team Receives the Phoenix Award

Sun, 20 Nov 2011 23:28:00 GMT

Lancaster Northwest Gateway Project – Armstrong Phase Team Receives the Phoenix Award – National Recognition for Excellence in Brownfield Redevelopment

Recipients of Prestigious Award Include EDC Finance Corporation, Franklin & Marshall College, Lancaster General Health, Armstrong World Industries, Inc., & ARM Group Inc.

The Lancaster Northwest Gateway Project – Armstrong Phase has been a collaborative effort by local stakeholders to revitalize a large industrial brownfield in the heart of northwest Lancaster. The Site is located in the City of Lancaster and is surrounded by mixed land uses, including Franklin & Marshall College, commercial/industrial businesses, warehouses, residential row homes, the Norfolk Southern Dillerville Rail Yard, Amtrak, and a new multi-purpose stadium. The cleanup was started in 2004 and completed by 2009. The Armstrong Site was used for nearly 100 years as a flooring manufacturing plant comprised of 2.65 million square feet of floor space with 196 buildings. The Project Team received the Phoenix Award for excellence in brownfield redevelopment at the National Brownfields 2011 conference in Philadelphia, PA. Created in 1997, this prestigious award honors individuals and groups who are working to solve critical environmental and community challenges when transforming formerly used real estate into productive new uses. The Phoenix Awards are widely recognized as the premier award of excellence in Brownfield redevelopment and revitalization. Radnor Property Group was also a key member of the Project Team.

LCSWMA’s Frey Farm Borrow Project Takes Shape

Sat, 24 Sep 2011 23:19:00 GMT

In February 2011, the Lancaster County Solid Waste Management Authority (LCSWMA) began construction on the Frey Farm Landfill (FFLF) Parcels 4 and 5 Soil Borrow Project.

In February 2011, the Lancaster County Solid Waste Management Authority (LCSWMA) began construction on the Frey Farm Landfill (FFLF) Parcels 4 and 5 Soil Borrow Project. This project involves the soil-borrow and restoration of approximately 87 acres of land adjacent to the former Creswell Landfill, as well as construction of access roads and pads to facilitate the relocation of six (6) support towers for a 230 kV electrical transmission line owned by PPL.

Throughout the anticipated 2-year construction project, approximately 1, 043, 800 cubic yards of soil will be sourced from the Parcels 4 and 5 borrow area, and stockpiled at a location adjacent to the entrance of the FFLF. The soil borrow and stockpiling activities include extensive site preparation and earthwork (including the demolition of the existing agriculture facilities and numerous utility relocations), and replacement of groundwater and landfill gas monitoring structures, and the construction of stormwater management controls including, culverts, channels, basins, and sediment traps.

The soil borrow area within Parcels 4 and 5 is subject to an extensive restoration process to reclaim the area following soil borrow activities; this process includes the replacement of vegetative subsoil and vegetative topsoil, prior to achieving stabilization with grasses and seed mixtures native and non-invasive to the region. Once the project is completed, nearly 70 acres will be preserved as open space.

In September 2011, the site contractor, Abel Construction, Inc., reached the initial milestone in this project with the completion of the Parcel 5 soil-borrow activities. This achievement comes after approximately 9 years of extensive environmental engineering and permitting activities that ARM completed on behalf of LCSWMA, including a comprehensive soil test pit excavation and soil sampling program, monitoring well installations, ecological surveys, cultural resource evaluations, and field reconnaissance activities, threatened and endangered species assessments, and completion and approval of the Phases I and II components of a Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (PADEP) Major Permit Modification Application (PMA).

ARM and LCSWMA have ensured that the project plans meet community requirements related to zoning, nuisance minimization (i.e., dust, noise, and setback distances), and requirements for the soil removal project timeline specified within a community agreement between local citizens and LCSWMA.

Second Stage of MSE Berm Construction at South Hadley Landfill Completed

Wed, 24 Aug 2011 23:27:00 GMT

ARM recently completed the construction of the second stage of the first ever mechanically stabilized earth (MSE) berm for a waste containment application in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.

ARM recently completed the construction of the second stage of the first ever mechanically stabilized earth (MSE) berm for a waste containment application in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. The Cell 2D MSE berm facilitated a vertical expansion of the landfill located in South Hadley, Massachusetts. ARM was the engineer-of-record for the design of the MSE berm and also provided construction-phase engineering and construction quality assurance services.

The site conditions presented many challenges that made the design and construction of the Cell 2D vertical expansion very complex. Because space was limited, the MSE berm had to be founded on a historic landfill. In order to construct the berm, an existing cap system was removed, waste excavation commenced, and a replacement cap system was installed. Due to the variability in composition and thickness of the existing waste, subgrade reinforcement was required to ensure a stable foundation for the MSE berm. Settlement plates were installed to monitor vertical subgrade displacement during and following construction.

During construction of the MSE berm, the Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection (MassDEP) Section Chiefs from throughout the state conducted a tour of the facility. Representatives from both the Town and MassDEP have complimented the completed Cell 2D MSE berm vertical expansion. Construction of the Cell 2D, Stage 2 vertical expansion began in April 2011 and was completed in July of 2011.

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