Integrated Environmental Solution Inc., Winston-Salem, North Carolina, the manufacturer of SonicAire fans, has added Ryan Covington as the company’s engineering manager, responsible for directing the product development team.
“Covington will manage the certification process for our SonicAire products compliance to North American and international standards,” says Brad Carr, president of IES. “His ability to listen closely to our clients, making sure they receive the most suitable product and documentation for their needs, will be an invaluable asset.”
Having graduated from North Carolina State University with a Bachelor of Science in mechanical engineering, Covington brings a wealth of experience to IES and the further development and application of the company’s SonicAire fans, according to IES. These fans are designed to address combustible fugitive dust in a variety of manufacturing and industrial settings.
Prior to coming to IES, Covington worked for Underwriters Laboratories LLC from 2006 to 2014, first as a senior project/field evaluation engineer and finally as an engineering manager. His responsibilities included managing a team of individuals who certified lighting products to domestic and international requirements and developing pilot process improvement programs. He also investigated product concerns of consumers and code authorities while also providing reports and technical support.
Covington also worked as an engineer for Accident Reconstruction Analysis Inc., investigating the cause of product and appliance failures, preparing technical reports and investigating the cause and origin of fires.
“Ryan’s experience managing engineering teams, developing product improvement programs and providing technical support will be invaluable to IES as we adapt our product for additional markets and grow our customer base,” says Jordan Newton, vice president of engineering and sales at IES.
Covington is a member of the American Society of Mechanical Engineers and International Association of Electrical Inspectors.
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