Manny has worked within the petrochemical industry since his 1988 graduation from Michigan Technological University with a BSME. He has worked for pipelines (Panhandle Eastern and El Paso), analyzer manufacturers (Liberty Technologies and Dynalco), and engineering consultants (BETA Machinery Analysis). During this time he performed engineering testing, completed contract analysis, supported analysis programs, and trained personnel at all organizational levels.

Over the years, he developed an improved single set of equations that model both horsepower and flow through a reciprocating compressor, assisted in the implementation and on-going support of organizational wide analysis programs, standardized engine and compressor analysis procedures throughout the industry, and improved economic calculations utilized in engine and compressor analysis.

Manny loves transferring knowledge to personnel throughout the industry on technical topics. His varied experience allows him to instruct a wide range of audiences with simple easy to understand explanations.

In his spare time he enjoys sailing, skiing, country western dancing, volunteering for the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo, and traveling the world.

Education and Licensure

• BSME, Michigan Technological University

• Course development
• Curriculum design
• Instructional methodology
• Technical training