Ralph J. Smith once noted that “engineering is the professional art of applying science to the optimum conversion of natural resources to the benefit of man.”<\/p>\n
This week is National Engineers Week, and we wanted to take an opportunity to thank all of our engineers for their commitment and dedication to both Pro QC and the quality industry in general. \u00a0When asked what separates Pro QC from competitors, it’s often our skilled and knowledgable team (in addition to our personalized service) that receives mention.<\/p>\n
Thank you! We <3 our engineers…<\/p>\n
“A scientist discovers that which exists. An engineer creates that which never was.\u00a0” ~Theodore von Karman<\/p><\/blockquote>\n
For more information, check out the National Engineers Week Foundation website.<\/p>\n
“The theme for 2012 is based on the projected world population of 7,000,000,000. There are many challenges facing our world that require immediate engineering solutions. The National Engineers Week Foundation delivers programs and resources used by partners locally, nationally and internationally to help the next generation of talent to meet and overcome these challenges.”<\/p><\/blockquote>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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