Robert Ballard Email & Phone Number

Easton, Pa, Us

Easton, Pa, Us

At Victaulic, my experience began with the development of the K14 and K17 ESFR and K25 CMSA Pendent Sprinklers. I co developed the fast response and standard response solder links and created a machine to solder the links for prototypes. The design was later carried over into production.In 2003 I began developing the Vortex Hybrid Fire Suppression System. I began with the notion that I would use nitrogen gas and it's energy to atomize the water into small droplets. Through Research and Development testing, I determined the best characteristics and parameters to develop fine water mist at very low pressures. The result is a device which can produce water-mist with gas flows ranging from 13-250 SCFM and gas pressures ranging from 40-10 psi. The most unique feature of the emitter is its use of nitrogen. I began the project in search of a better method to develop water mist, the result is a new approach to fire suppression utilizing the key benefits from both water mist and clean agents. I began testing in 2004 at Underwriters Laboratories using standards such as 1626 and 2127. In 2005 I began testing the system at Factory Mutual using the 5560 water mist standard. During the time period of 2005 - 2007 the Vortex system underwent testing in machinery space enclosures such as, 130, 260, 550, 880, 3600 cubic meters. During this time, FM recognized the system as being a Hybrid technology and granted approval to a new FM standard, 5580. Development and testing continues today as we continue to meet the customers new applications and requirements. Full size mock up testing as well as materials and flammable liquids undergo testing at the Victaulic R&D lab.Although most of my time at Victaulic is spent on Vortex, I am currently studying applications and developing large valves for the Reverse Osmosis market.

Parkville, Maryland, Us

The Fire Suppression Systems Association (FSSA) is a not-for-profit trade association, drawing members domestic and internationally and is comprised of a blend of designer/installers, manufacturers, consultants, academics, and suppliers working together to share ideas and strategies for the benefit of the fire suppression systems industry.

Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, Us

Provide support and advice to academic programs, assist in the development of new programs, and identify best-practice standards. Board members will also serve as ambassadors to the program, providing a connection to and ongoing exchange of information and ideas with members of a broader society.

As a contributing photographer for LVSE, I photograph events within the Lehigh Valley region or may travel to distant events involving athletes from the Lehigh Valley. Sporting events include Volleyball, Basketball, Soccer Tournaments as well as Gymnastic Meets. Each sport offers its own challenge.

New Milford, Us

Staff photographer specializing in gymnastic events along the East Coast. I joined team photo in May of 2012 bringing 3 years experience photographing gymnastic events.

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Responsible for a team of engineers, lab personnel and machinist. Responsible for the Research and Development, Product Development and Customer and Manufacturing Support for "Automatic" Sprinkler, Angus, Powhatan Brass.

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I assembled a team of engineers and support staff second to none and together constructed a Research and Development lab suitable for introducing many new products to the fire protection market meeting customer demands.

Bs, Mechanical Engineering Technology

Aas, Engineering, Machine Design