Hedgehog Technologies is Going to IAAPA Attractions Expo 2019!

As we continue to service our clients in the attractions industry, we’re packing our bags and heading to IAAPA 2019.

Becoming a Hedgehog Part II: Daily Life as an Engineering Co-op

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As we continue to service our clients in the attractions industry, we’re packing our bags and heading to IAAPA 2019.

Becoming a Hedgehog Part I: How I Landed My First Engineering Co-op at Hedgehog Technologies

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Final exam season can be a tireless time for many students, especially ones trying to land an engineering co-op at Hedgehog Technologies.

Rapid Shutdowns: High Voltage Protection from Solar Panels

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The purpose of switches for rapid shutdowns is to protect emergency responders or anyone who needs to work close to the solar panels.

Functional Safety: A Validated Approach for Safer Machines

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Functional safety not only guides how engineers can make safer machines, it's a philosophy centered around a robust validation framework.

Advanced Systems Testing: A Skinner Box for Site Commissioning

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Custom control system manufacturing, factory acceptance testing of subsystems, and site commissioning have traditionally been a long process.

5 considerations for safe motion controlled machines

Developing complex motion controlled machines and safety instrumented systems with budgets that reach well into the millions of dollars.

Safety systems ensure reliable operation when you need it most

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Functional safety engineers elevates project delivery because high-value solutions are only so if they mitigate risk through safety systems.

Maintaining the Beast: Designing Safety into Amusement Park Rides

The Beast at Playland is one of those rides that guarantees to fulfill anyone’s mortal fears of heights, speed, and total disorientation. 

Electrical Codes and Standards: Tips to Reduce Cost Risk on International Projects

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Codes and standards ensure that materials, products, processes and services are safe and fit for their intended purpose.