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Summary of Capabilities

 

I. Introduction

A. Corporate History

B. Corporate Experience

II. Capabilities

A. Boilers/Mechanical

B. Project Management

1. Planning

2. Scheduling

3. Project/Program Coordination

4. Computer Software

lll. KEY PERSONNEL

 

I. Introduction

A. Corporate History

Walashek Industrial & Marine (WIM) was founded in 1986. During the course of its history, WIM has earned a reputation for quality service at reasonable prices. The company has grown from an organization strictly specializing in Boiler Repair to one that presently provides a full range of Ship Repair and Commercial Construction services. The services regularly range from the construction of a steam power plant for ICF Kaiser Hanford Company (as general contractor) to the dockside repair of the USS NIMITZ (CVN-68) in Bremerton, Washington. WIM has experienced and qualified personnel with proven abilities to effectively manage projects of any size. WIM has expended its resources to qualify its fabrication and welding procedures with the regulatory agencies of the US Navy, USCG, American Bureau of Shipping, ASME, and NBIC. As a Prime Contractor WIM provides first-class Project Management of its own resources as well as those of its team of qualified and experienced subcontractors.

WIM's corporate headquarters are located in Seattle, Washington. WIM has operational facilities in Tacoma, Washington; Portland, Oregon; San Francisco, California; San Diego, California; Norfolk, Virginia; Jacksonville, Florida, and Mobile, Alabama. We are also closely affiliated with Walashek Shipyard in Dutch Harbor Alaska.

WIM'S Cadre of Personnel are experienced in the following areas:

· Project Management

· Planning/Scheduling

· Complete overhaul and repair of both Main and Auxiliary Boilers

                 · Structural, Fabrication, Erection, modification and repair

                 · Machinery/Mechanical/Hydraulic Equipment overhaul and repair

             · Condenser, Heat Exchanger overhaul and repair

            · Piping System fabrication, modification and repair

B. Corporate Experience - Marine

 

Successfully Completed Contracts (click for link)

 

II. Capabilities

A. Structural/Mechanical/Hydraulic

 

Complete Main and Auxiliary Boiler Overhaul and Repair

Complete Hull and Structural Modification and Repair

Distilling Plants

Condensers / Heat Exchangers

Pumps, Piping Systems and Valves

Machinery / Hydraulic Installation and Repair

*US Navy, USCG, ABS, ASME, NBIC Welding & Pressure Vessel Qualifications

 

B. Project Management

The key to success for projects of any size is experienced Project Management. Project Management begins with a sound original plan and culminates with the successful on-time completion of the project.

1. Planning

Development of a project plan determines the resources (manpower, material, subcontractors, (etc.) required to complete the Project on schedule and within planned budgetary constraints. The first step toward successful project is the formulation of a Baseline plan. The Baseline Plan identifies work to be accomplished (activities) and monitoring points (Milestones) which can be used to effectively manage progress on a project. The number of Activities and Milestones on a given Project depends on both the size and complexity of the project work. At least one Activity will be established for each identifiable key increment of the Project. Man-hour Budget by Activity and Activity duration requirements are determined in order to reasonably ascertain Manpower requirements.

2. Scheduling

When the Baseline plan is established, a Baseline Schedule can be developed. The Baseline Schedule considers the Baseline Plan, but also assigns calendar dates to each activity. Most activities have Predecessor and Successor activities, that is, there are activities that must be completed before the next sequential work activity can start. Schedule development considers these factors as well as the allowable duration for each activity. When all Milestones, and durations have been identified and inserted into the Schedule, it is possible to determine Manpower and financial requirements during the course of the Project. At this point, it becomes possible to determine the most effective Manpower and Resource management plan. All of this is accomplished by WIM's key project personnel through the use of modern Project Planning and Management software. WIM utilizes its in-house Primavera P3 Scheduling program.

3. Project/Program Implementation and Coordination

A properly developed schedule plays a vital role as an effective management tool. When delays and problems occur, impact can readily be determined. Project management can readily determine actions can be taken to avoid project delay (i.e.: reallocation of resources, work-around activities, overtime, etc.). It is used to track progress, and performance to schedule and budget. It also provides an effective means with which to communicate with the customer.

4. Computer Software

The Computer software which Walashek Industrial & Marine utilizes for Project Management is Primavera Project Planner (P3) or Microsoft Project, depending on Customer preference.

Both programs provide the following capabilities:

· Gantt Charts

· Pert Charts

· Production Logic Networks

· Progress and Status Reports

· Manpower Forecasts · Monitoring Performance to Budget

Project Management also utilizes Microsoft Excel, Access and Word Software to enhance Report Management and Correspondence with the customer. Financial Accounting is accomplished via American Contractors software.

 

III. Key Personnel

Key Personnel at the Corporate Headquarters are:

Gail Walashek, President

Michael Walashek, Chief Executive Officer

Dorothy Michaelson, Controller

 

KEY PERSONNEL BRIEF:

Corporate Headquarters

Seattle, WA

 

Gail Walashek, President

Gail Walashek has 17 years of experience in managing accounting and financial activities as well as establishing administrative policies and benefit administration for public and private organizations. Areas of expertise include the following.

Management and Supervision of Personnel and Resources

Establishment of Accounting Procedures

Book keeping and General Ledger Maintenance

Management of Insurance and Performance Bonding

Employment Procedures

Establishment of Banking/Credit Lines

Establishment of E.E.O.C. Compliance

Experience Profile:

President - WALASHEK Industrial & Marine, Inc.

Ms. Walashek has for the past twelve years been the President of WALASHEK Industrial & Marine, Inc. Ms. Walashek administers the daily Book keeping, financial, and office activities of this 8 to 16 million dollar a year boiler/mechanical/electrical contractor in Seattle, Washington. In addition, she manages the company's business relations and requirements with lenders, insurance providers, and bonding agencies. Ms. Walashek also manages company employee benefit programs. She oversees these same activities and programs at branch offices in San Diego, California; Portland, Oregon; and Mobile, Alabama. Ms. Walashek actively manages all aspects of company's business administration functions, and shares direct profit and loss responsibility with the Chief Executive Officer.

Office Manager - King County Fire Protection District 24

Ms. Walashek successfully managed direct responsibility for accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and the general business administration of this King County organization. In addition to full charge Bookeeping functions, she supervised the organizations office staff.

Office Manager - King County Medic 1

Ms. Walashek carried out the responsibilities of Office Manager for this fast moving public agency. She successfully accomplished the administrative tasks required by this organization's reporting and record keeping procedures.

Administrator - University Hospital, San Diego, CA

Ms. Walashek successfully accomplished and supervised insurance billings and other administrative and financial procedures.

 

Michael Walashek C.E.O.

Mr. Walashek has over 35 years of experience in marine and stationary boiler and distributive system installation and repair. Areas of expertise include the following.

Management and Supervision of Personnel and Resources

Boiler Installation and Repair

Distributive Systems Installation and Repair

Welding/Pipe fitting

Estimating

Planning and Scheduling - Quality Assurance and Control

Navy/USCG/ASME Standards and Specifications

Experience Profile:

Chief Executive Officer - WALASHEK Industrial & Marine, Inc.

Mr. Walashek has for the past Eighteen years been the CEO of WALASHEK Industrial & Marine, Inc. Mr. Walashek administers the daily activities of this 8 to 12 million dollar a year boiler/mechanical/electrical contractor in Seattle, Washington. He oversees the operations of branch offices in San Diego, California, Portland, Oregon, and Mobile, Alabama, and has direct responsibility for all marine bidding, and oversees/assists in the bidding of stationary commercial projects. Mr. Walashek actively manages all aspects of the company, and has direct profit and loss responsibility.

Production Superintendent - Fraser Boiler Service, Inc.

Mr. Walashek had direct responsibility for government and commercial contracts, and supervised up to 120 personnel on major projects representing over $500,000.00 in gross revenue as well as directing many smaller contracts. He was responsible for the accurate interpretation of specifications and the preparation of bid documents. Certified to various Navy and ASME approved welding procedures.

Production Manager - Camass Company

Mr. Walashek was instrumental in the establishment of the Camass Company's Seattle division. Mr. Walashek successfully accomplished boiler and distributive system repairs on 8 ship overhauls while supervising up to 40 employees. Performed repairs and installations in accordance with MIL Standards and specifications.

Licenses/Certifications

Contractor's License - State of Washington

Numerous Welding Certifications

 

Dorothy Michaelson, Controller / Office Manager

Summary of Qualifications:

Dorothy Michaelson has over 30 years of experience in accounting and financial activities. Areas of expertise include the following.

Accounts Receivable

Accounts Payable

Payroll

General Ledger

Credit & Collections

State and Local Taxes

Job Costing

Forward Pricing

Experience Profile:

Controller - WALASHEK Industrial & Marine, Inc.

Ms. Michaelson has for the past nine years been the Comptroller / Office Manager for WALASHEK Industrial & Marine, Inc. Ms. Michaelson posts and collects accounts receivable and pays accounts payable, prepares and posts journal entries, posts the general ledger, analyzes account balances for accuracy, and prepares monthly financial statements. In addition, Ms. Michaelson computes and pays monthly and quarterly taxes for each state in which the company does business, and works with auditors and our lender. She also manages the office staff in support of general administrative activities.

Bookkeeper / Office Manager - Baroness Hotel

Ms. Michaelson successfully posted and paid accounts payable, prepared and posted journal entries, posted general ledger, and analyzed account balances for accuracy. She prepared monthly financial statements, and computed and paid employer/employee taxes. In addition, Ms. Michaelson managed the hotel office staff.

Ironguard Security - Partner

Ms. Michaelson performed all company accounting functions and participated in product development and sales.

Certifications / Licenses

Bachelor of Arts degree, University of Washington School of Education

Certificate of Completion, Peachtree Accounting software program

Notary Public, State of Washington

Seattle, WA Division

Steven Rosebrook,

 General Manager

Summary of Qualifications:

Mr. Rosebrook has over 30 years of experience in marine construction and repair activities. His career has included all aspects of installation and repair of Navy HM & E systems and equipment, with specialization in electronics and ordnance. Mr. Rosebrook has proven his ability to successfully manage personnel and capital resources in the accomplishment of complex projects. Areas of expertise include the following.

Estimating

Planning and Scheduling

Project Management

Contract Administration

Labor Relations

Experience Profile:

Marine Operations Manager - Walashek Industrial & Marine

Mr. Rosebrook joined WALASHEK Industrial & Marine, Inc. in 1993. Since that time Mr. Rosebrook has successfully performed his assignment as Marine Operations Manager. Mr. Rosebrook has rorganized and mobilized company resources for contract work on the USS WILLAMETTE (AO-180) in Pearl Harbor Naval Shipyard, USS NIMITZ (CVN –68) at Puget Sound Naval Shipyard, as well as numerous smaller availabilities aboard various combatants at the Naval Station, Everett, WA.

Manager West Coast Operations - PacOrd, Inc.

Mr. Rosebrook successfully managed the Seattle, WA branch of PacOrd, Inc. from 1978 to 1993. This assignment included operation of an Pacord facility in Portland, Oregon, and the establishment of a new PacOrd operation in Jacksonville, Florida. Responsibilities included estimating, planning, scheduling, contract negotiations, financial status reporting and forecasting, as well as the management of day to day activities. Served as Master Ordnance Repair (MOR) Project Manager for Navy ship overhauls.

Program Manager - PacOrd, Inc.

Mr. Rosebrook advanced from a Field Service Engineer to Program Manager during the years 1971 to 1978 while serving in the San Diego, California branch of PacOrd, Inc. Major programs/projects managed included the installations and overhauls of electrical/electronics/weapons systems on numerous Navy, Coast Guard, NOAA, and commercial ships.

 

Joseph Ripollone, Superintendent

Mr. Ripollone has over 25 years of experience in the ship repair industry. His responsibilities included the supervision of man power for Navy, USCG and Commercial repair projects. Mr. Ripollone is also a non-destructive level II Inspector.

Areas of Expertise include the following:

Supervisor

Boiler Repair - Main and Auxiliary

Distilling Plants condensers

N.D.T Level II inspector

Q.A. / Q.C.

Estimating

Competent Person

Experience Profile

Industrial Operations - Walashek Industrial & Marine

Mr. Ripollone joined Walashek Industrial & Marine in Oct, 1988. His assignment at this time was to be the Quality Assurance Manager of the San Diego office. Some of his duties was to originate welding procedures and process control procedures. Mr. Ripollone requested and received a transfer to the Corporate offices in Seattle, Wa to take over the production Superintendent Responsibilities.

Quality Control inspector - Fraser Boiler Service 1983 to 1985

Mr. Ripollone was hired on at Fraser Boiler in San Diego, Ca. as a Journeyman Boilermaker and was promoted to a Quality Control, Level II N.D.T. Inspector.

Boilermaker / Superintendent - Arcwell Corp. 1981 to 1983

Mr. Ripollone was directly in charge of the overhaul of the main boilers on several Navy Ships. Some of his responsibilities included the supervision of fifty or more personnel and the procurement of materials.

Boilermaker Foreman - Camass Boiler Co. 1971 to 1981

Mr. Ripollone started his career in the Boiler Repair Industry as a helper and quickly was promoted to a Journeyman boilermaker. Some of his duties were retubing boilers, installation of new firebrick and the overhaul of air registers

Denis Hunstead, Shop Foreman

Summary of Qualifications:

Mr. Hunstead has over 19 years of experience in marine construction and repair activities. His training and experience in most aspects of marine structural work qualify him for his present assignment as Shop Foreman. Mr. Hunstead has years of experience as a shipfitter and certified welder, as well as that of a successful supervisor at shipyards in Washington and Alaska. He has demonstrated his ability to effectively and safely manage personnel and capital resources in the accomplishment of shop activities. Areas of expertise include the following.

Fitting/Welding

Estimating

Material Takeoff

Planning and Scheduling

Supervision

Experience Profile:

Shop Foreman - Walashek Industrial & Marine, Inc.

Mr. Hunstead joined WALASHEK Industrial & Marine, Inc. in 1993. Since that time Mr. Hunstead has successfully performed his assignment as Shop Foreman and has made a number of significant changes to shop operations that have significantly improved both productivity and safety. As Shop Foreman, Mr. Hunstead oversees and is responsible for supervision of personnel, materials, and equipment.

Steel Foreman - Union Bay Shipbuilding

From 1991 to 1993, Mr. Hunstead successfully supervised and was responsible for the planning, scheduling, and performance of assigned tasks. This included not only the planning, scheduling, material ordering, and supervision of personnel, but also the coordination of daily work activities with other craft foremen and superintendents in the modification and repair of commercial fishing vessels.

Ship Superintendent - Ketchikan Shipyard

From 1989 to 1991, Mr. Hunstead performed assignments as a Ship Superintendent for this Alaska repair facility. His responsibilities included all aspects of planning, scheduling, material ordering, and supervision of resources in the repair of fishing vessels, Alaska and BC ferries, and USCG ships.

Shipfitter Foreman - Lockheed Shipbuilding

Mr. Hunstead successfully performed as a Shipfitter Foreman on the construction of the AS-39, AS-40, and AS-41 Submarine Tenders for the U. S. Navy. 

 

San Diego, CA Division

Charles Perry, QC Manager San Diego Division

Summary of Qualifications:

Mr. Perry has over 35 years of experience in commercial and marine construction and repair. His career has included all aspects of pressure vessel and piping installations and repair. Mr. Perry has successfully performed and managed quality control activities and personnel. In addition, he was assigned to the staff of the Supervisor of Shipbuilding, Conversion and Repair, USN, San Diego as a boiler surveyor.

Areas of expertise include the following.

Welding and QC Procedures

Boiler and Machinery Inspection

Specification and Standards Requirements

Safety

Experience Profile:

QC Manager - WALASHEK Industrial & Marine, San Diego, CA

Mr. Perry joined WALASHEK Industrial & Marine, Inc. in 1989. Mr. Perry has successfully performed in his assignment as QC Manager, working with both Navy and commercial marine customers. Responsibilities have included the preparation, submission, and maintenance of all welding process control procedures and records. Mr. Perry is the company's key liaison contact with SupShip, San Diego's technical and quality sections.

Ship Superintendent - Triple "A" South, San Diego, CA

Mr. Perry successfully performed an assignment as Ship Superintendent for this company for its work related to the SRA of the USS KITTY HAWK (CVA-63). In this position he was responsible for the planning, scheduling, and management of labor and material resources in accordance with HM & E repair contract specifications.

Boiler Surveyor - SupShip San Diego, CA

Mr. Perry served successfully for two years in this position. He was responsible for conducting in-process inspections and witnessing the test of machinery and boilers. In addition, Mr. Perry regularly wrote specifications, prepared contract modifications, and negotiated with contractor representatives.

Certifications / Licenses

Certified Level III Inspector

 

Portland, OR (Vancouver WA)

Dennis Railing , General Manager

Portland , OR Division

1995 - Present:  Walashek Industrial & Marine, General manager, Portland OR . Division.  Responsible for operations in the Portland , OR . area and the San Francisco Bay area.

Over 35 years experience in Boiler Repair and New Construction.

Over 15 years Managing Boiler Repair.

Responsibilities include estimating, scheduling, project planning, personnel hiring, budgeting, purchasing, quality assurance, customer relations, and Billing.

Successively completed numerous boiler repairs on Marad’s Ready Reserve Fleet, Matson Navigation, and Sealand / Horizon Container vessels in the San Francisco Bay Area.

August 1997:  Oversaw the major boiler overhaul of the US Navy’s ex USS OULETT (Naphalia) in Portland OR .

March 2000:  Successfully accomplished major repairs to the SS CAPE FEAR in Oakland CA .

Previous experience:

Fraser Boiler 1968 --- 1988  

Western Boiler and Mechanical 1988 --- 1995

1973 - 1975;  New Construction of Marine Propulsion Boilers in Savannah Ga. for the VLCC oil tankers being built in Brooklyn New York .  

1975 - 1978:   Production superintendent in the new construction of Marine Propulsion Boilers for the ULCC oil tankers being built at Newport News Shipyard.  During this period we also successfully completed numerous repair jobs on various ships on the East Coast, including Sealand’s SL- 7 container ships.

1978 - 1980:  Transferred to the San Diego Ca. as General Forman.  Duties there consisted of project planning, writing change orders, ordering material, and scheduling. I was also in charge of all of the shop production, which included the building of new auxiliary boilers for ocean going tug boats, tube bending and steel fabrication. During this period we accomplished major repairs on several US Navy vessels. Including, 1200-psi propulsion boilers, evaporators, condensers, and heat exchangers, and waste heat boilers.

1980 - 1988:   Transferred back to Fraser Boiler’s Portland OR . office, as Production supt. Successfully completed major boiler repairs on US Navy vessels and all types of commercial ships.

During this period worked jointly with Sealand / MSC, as a Technical Representative to oversea boiler overhauls on MSC’s TAK class ships.  These overhauls were accomplished in Galveston Tx., Norfolk Va. and Quebec Canada . I was responsible for quality control and provided technical assistance to the contractor making repairs. 

1988 - 1995:   Western Boiler and Mechanical General Manager.  Responsible for estimating, scheduling, production, billing, and personnel.   Also was involved with negotiating union contracts.            

 

Gulf Coast, Alabama

Gary V. Askew ; Division Manager,

SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS

Mr. Askew has over 25 years of experience in the ship repair industry.  He served 21 years in the US Navy as a Master chief  Boiler Technician where he performed numerous repairs to many types of Navy boilers.   

AREAS OF EXPERTISE INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING.

- Establishes production direction and instructions.

- Control and monitor processes

- Provides training for personnel

- Develops quality plans and process controls

- Initiates corrective and preventive actions

- Performs inspections and testing

- Carries out the handling of nonconforming products

- Coordination of document and data control activities

- Maintenance of quality records

 - Maintains and calibrates measuring and test equipment

 - Reviews all Work Orders and Specifications

 - Prepares Work schedules

 - Develops Progress Reports

- Monitors the quality performance of competitors and Subcontractors

- Carries out contract and order reviews

 - Interprets Contracts

 - Negotiate change orders and condition reports

 - Assist Office Manager with Customer Complaints

    - Conducts  Management Review

    - Boiler and Machinery inspections

    - NDT Level II Inspector

 

EXPERIENCE PROFILE

Mr. Askew joined Walashek Industrial & Marine in Oct, 1999. His assignment at this time was to be a Quality Control Inspector in the San Diego office. Mr. Askew requested and received a transfer to the Mobile Alabama office to take over as the Division Manager.  He spent 21 years in the US Navy, where he operated and repaired navy boilers and associated equipment.  He worked in Planning and Estimating, Quality Assurance, and Design.