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    Basic Statics Problem Help

    Thank you all for the advice.
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    Basic Statics Problem Help

    I'm not mad, upset, offended or anything of the sort. Anyway, the picture is just a simple assembly, the size of the beams is not relative to the load, just simple beams to represent the initial design. Also, the only problem with forums is the fact you can't see poster's credentials. I've...
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    Basic Statics Problem Help

    The sliding plates are part of the filter on top of the structure. I am aware that I am not fully capable of designing the next 15 ton crane, but I think I should be able to get by designing a simple catwalk that is 4' off the ground at this point. I am not solely relying on my previous...
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    Basic Statics Problem Help

    Yeah it is pretty basic and that's why I'm ashamed to even be asking where to start. I got A's in both Statics and Machine Design and was even a Statics tutor. but that was 5 years ago and the last job I had I might as well have been asleep for 2 years! Now that I'm thrown back into it, I am...
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    Basic Statics Problem Help

    Ah right, all forces need to be in equilibrium. The center of gravity of the unit falls between the 2 beams. But I can imagine the load shifts with the sliding plates. I also have the 2 beams connecting both ends beams which would transmit the load between the two. Is what I'm looking for...
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    Basic Statics Problem Help

    Woah. Lots of consultants defending their jobs or do you guys think I'm really incompetent? I have just been out of practice for 2-3 years since college. I'm a young engineer. If you don't use it, you lose it, I suppose. What I have been doing so far is creating a 2D diagram of the each side...
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    Basic Statics Problem Help

    I have a facilities manager above me who will ultimately check all designs. I am familiar with statics and strengths of materials, it's just that I'm used to doing only 2D free body diagrams from school. This is my first real world problem and I'm having trouble remembering how to draw a load...
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    Basic Statics Problem Help

    I am charged with designing a catwalk that will support not only the weights of the beams and grating, the people, but also a 5800 lb filter press. The press rests on two beams as shown in the picture below. Does all 5800 lbs rest on each beam? I can't seem to remember how to determine where...
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    Hollowed Out Engineering Depts.

    So I started my new job at the company as a Facilities Engineer. So far I am loving it, but it is a lot of work. I was tasked with a few projects right off the bat and am really clearing out the cobwebs from sitting idle for 2 years since graduation. I have a manager who really knows his...
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    Hollowed Out Engineering Depts.

    One question I do have though is about handing off my knowledge to someone else in the department. What sort of protocols are generally accepted in this practice? I mean 2 weeks isn't enough time to tell someone how to do my job or run then through the fundamentals of metallurgy. Best advice...
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    Hollowed Out Engineering Depts.

    Great points about the exit interview. I have chosen my words very carefully and with tact in order to avoid being misquoted or misrepresented. I speak the the facts, and that's all I'm willing to offer up.
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    Hollowed Out Engineering Depts.

    I was discussing the potential "exit interview" with a friend where I would have an opportunity to give feedback to the employer. For some reason I feel like this is feeble, as I feel pretty insignificant and that my opinion doesn't matter. If they didn't value my opinion before, why would...
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    Hollowed Out Engineering Depts.

    Thanks Greg. My plant manager kind of stared me down and subtly tried to convince me I was making the wrong decision. He was a little taken aback and mentioned if there was "anything they could do about this". I said I had made up my mind and feel I'm making the right decision. I am going...
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    Hollowed Out Engineering Depts.

    Update: I have made it through the interview process with success! I have accepted the offer from the new company as a Facilities Engineer and will begin work in 2 weeks! Broader horizons ahead!
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    Hollowed Out Engineering Depts.

    So I "passed" the pre-screen interview through the recruiter and the client wants to meet me. This facilities engineer position is new to me. I'm only 2 years out of college and nervous whether or not I'm ready! I am confident in my abilities but they did specify someone with a few more years...
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