Meris Bakovic

Applications Engineer

Meris brings extensive engineering expertise and international experience to his role as an Applications Engineer. He supports Accuspec’s sales and engineering teams by preparing technical documentation, recommending product solutions and acting as a critical liaison between engineers, contractors and end users. His ability to analyze complex technical challenges and deliver tailored solutions makes him an indispensable part of the team.

Before joining Accuspec, Meris gained valuable experience in project management and engineering, contributing to large-scale international projects across various industries. He played a key role in developing project plans, coordinating timelines, managing resources and implementing effective communication frameworks. His hands-on experience spans project conception and planning to the successful execution of automation and digitalization solutions.

Meris holds a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from Germany and is a certified German engineer with a passion for innovative problem-solving and technical excellence. He firmly believes that innovative technologies and collaborative teamwork are the foundation for sustainable success.

Kris Hess

Project Manager

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Kris has over 23 years of experience in the HVAC industry specializing in the design and installation of laboratory control systems. His solid systems and HVAC industry knowledge combined with his thorough and in-depth analytical skills allows him to deliver consistent, positive results for our clients. Kris has an aptitude for understanding new products and approaches and takes pride in establishing and maintaining long-term relationships with each customer he supports.

Kris’ control systems certifications include: Easy IO CPT, Niagara AX, Honeywell Excel 5000 CARE and Tek-Air Smart Lab Control Systems.

Tevi Norodom

Office Administrator Assistant

Tevi provides the Accuspec team with administrative support by drawing from a diverse background in mechanics, real estate, quality control, administration and more. Her multifaceted experience adds a touch of technicality and creativity to her role, allowing her to approach tasks in unique, effective ways.

Tevi’s commitment to ongoing self-improvement extends into her professional life. She takes pride in contributing to Accuspec’s positive and efficient culture and genuinely enjoys assisting customers, contractors and coworkers.

Cathleen Rugulo

Office Administrator

Cathleen manages the administrative activities for Accuspec’s NJ office. Her background includes managing business finances, back office operations and client relations.

She holds degrees in education and english, and taught kindergarten through 6 grade science and creative writing in private schools in New Jersey and California.

Toni Avallone

Office Manager

Toni joined the Accuspec team in 2019. She maintains and organizes administrative activities including AR/AP, customer and vendor support, and various other office operations and procedures. She has over 14 years of experience in handling a wide range of office management and executive assistant related responsibilities for both small and global businesses. Toni works closely with the Accuspec team members, assisting with the company’s diverse needs.

Toni holds a BA in Communications from Western Connecticut State University, as well as an MS in Education from the University of Bridgeport.

Ryan Katkocin

Assistant Project Manager

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As Assistant Project Manager, Ryan reviews engineering documents, prepares submittals and works with mechanical contractors to drive projects to completion. He brings extensive experience as an operations manager, loan processor and underwriter to Accuspec. He has worked closely with government agencies, utility companies, design engineers, and financing agents.

Ryan holds a B.A. in Economics from Marist College, in Poughkeepsie, NY and an M.B.A. from the University of Connecticut.

Chris DeStefano

Service Manager

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Chris has been with Accuspec since 2002 and oversees all service offerings including turnkey laboratory airflow control projects, ongoing testing, preventative maintenance and repair services. He also serves as an important technical advisor to Accuspec’s sales staff.

Chris’s formal training includes ACCA’s (Air Conditioning Contractors of America) programs on heating and cooling loads and duct sizing. He has also participated in numerous training programs offered on airflow control systems and products.

Chris holds a Bachelors of Science Degree in Economics from Quinnipiac University.

Sam Hall

Sales Engineer

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Sam spent three years in an Application Engineering role at Accuspec before moving into the Sales Engineer position. In that role, he worked closely with the sales team supporting projects at each phase: design, pre-sale, and post-sale.

Sam has extensive experience in analyzing, estimating, and submitting on laboratory projects, along with other markets Accuspec specializes in.

Sam holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering from Penn State University.

Lucas Rowe

Sales Engineer

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Lucas Rowe holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering from The University of Connecticut in Storrs. While earning his degree, Lucas worked summers for a plumbing and heating company in Albany, NY focusing on residential, commercial and public sectors.

As an application engineer with Accuspec, Lucas worked closely with the sales team on designing and supporting jobs on a pre-sale and post-sale basis. Lucas’ current responsibilities included reviewing design documents, generating submittal documentation and creating sequences of operations to meet design requirements. He has worked on over 50 laboratory projects including Amherst College New Science and Engineering Complex (a 6 story, 250,000 sq. ft. facility).

Kristen Marshall

Vice President Brand Engagement

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With over 25 years in the marketing industry, Kristen is a motivated, high-performing leader with a proven track record in growing revenues, increasing operating profit, and leading teams to achieve corporate objectives.

In her latest role as VP, Brand Engagement for Accuspec, she leads both the Human Resources and Marketing disciplines to attract high caliber talent and create strategy that produces more effective execution, higher productivity, and disruptive innovation for the company. She ensures that both areas are focusing on the same objectives but applied to different audiences. This collaboration allows Accuspec to stand out in an already saturated market, by building its brand and increasing awareness with clients.

Education includes B.S. in Marketing from Clemson University, M.B.A. in International Business from Fairfield University and an M.A. in Psychology from New York University.

Bill Theel

Senior Sales Engineer

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Bill works closely with the end-user, consulting, and contracting communities to specify and apply Accuspec’s products over a wide array of facility types. He is well known and highly regarded in these communities, and is often viewed by his clients as a trusted advisor.

Bill had an excellent systems related background both on the end-user and provider sides of the business. He has overseen numerous projects to improve quality, efficiency and safety and was responsible for the construction of a major sterile-filling facility.

Bill holds a B.S. in Chemical Engineering from Rutgers University, and is currently an active member of the International Society for Pharmaceutical Engineering (ISPE).

Brian Simkins

Senior Sales Engineer

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Brian’s primary responsibility with Accuspec is to interface with consulting engineers and owners to assist them in designing, installing and commissioning critical HVAC and airflow control systems. Although Brian is a very well-rounded individual, he has particular expertise in the utilization of descant dehumidification for low-dewpoint and dedicated outside air applications.

Brian has been published in several magazines on topics such as make-up air and humidity control systems, arena commissioning, and energy efficient design. He has presented many times on desiccant technology topics including Part Load Dehumidifier Performance, Humidity Control for Cold Storage Load Docks, and Desiccant Based Make-up Air Systems for Ice Arenas.

Brian holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering from Northeastern University, Boston MA. Brian serves on the Board of the Long Island chapter of the American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE) and is an active member in the United States Green Building Council (USGBC).

Jim Brech

Senior Sales Engineer

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Jim has been with Accuspec since 1989. His primary responsibility has been to interface with consulting engineers, owners, and contractors to assist them in designing, installing and commissioning laboratory air flow control, desiccant dehumidification systems and exhaust air systems. Jim has a wealth of experience in laboratory exhaust systems in the research and education sectors and has also been involved with numerous projects for archival storage. He has been honored as the top producing representative in the country for Strobic Air.

Jim holds Associates Degrees in both Electronic Technology and in Marketing Management and is an active member in the American Society for Heating, Refrigerating and Air Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE).

Jeff Siemasko

Vice President

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Jeff joined Accuspec in 2019 and specializes in critical airflow control in the pharmaceutical/biotech, school/university, and healthcare markets. His background includes sales/application engineering, marketing, business development, direct sales, and sales management. He also has extensive experience managing employees and manufacturers’ representatives.

Jeff has designed a large number of HVAC systems to provide precise temperature and humidity control for many demanding applications. He has also contributed to numerous articles relating to the use of desiccant dehumidification in many different industries including food processing, pharmaceutical manufacturing, and health care. Jeff works with clients in Eastern and Central Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Maine, and Rhode Island.

Jeff received a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from Worcester Polytechnic Institute and a Master’s in Business Administration from the University of New Hampshire. He is a member of the American Society for Heating, Refrigerating and Air Conditioning (ASHRAE).

Craig Marshall

Principal

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Craig oversees the sales activities at Accuspec’s Connecticut office, and directly serves clients in the consulting engineering, end-user, and contracting communities.

Craig has been with Accuspec for more than 20 years, first as a Project Engineer and then as Vice President. His primary responsibility has been to interface with consulting engineers and owners to assist them in designing, installing and commissioning laboratory air flow control and desiccant dehumidification systems. Craig has designed over 100 low humidity spaces for manufacturing areas, archival storage areas and hospital operating suites. He has also designed over 80 airflow control and pressurization systems for the R&D laboratory marketplace, hospital isolation rooms and pharmaceutical manufacturing areas.

Craig received a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from the State University of New York at Buffalo, and is a licensed Professional Engineer in the State of Connecticut.

“Accuspec Inc has done a remarkable job implementing a strong safety management system resulting in exceptional safety performance and results,” says David Tibbetts, CSP, Highwire’s Chief Safety Officer.

Novartis Pharmaceuticals

Healthcare & Research

Emergency Generator Exhaust

Needing to ensure emergency generator exhaust did not re-enter one of their critical facilities, Novartis Pharmaceuticals worked with Accuspec and their consulting engineer to develop a solution. High temperatures made it difficult to move the generator exhaust sufficiently far from the building to prevent re-entrainment. We carefully selected and installed a Strobic Air Technologies system, tailored for this specific application and the results were significant. The system minimized the re-entrainment potential and importantly, did not decrease the reliability of the generator plant.

Project Highlights

Three Strobic M58 high temperature fans
75 HP per fan
Common plenum with large bypass air opening, allowing for significant, 10:1 dilution ratio
Two fans capable of satisfying the load, third fan redundant
Effective stack height of over 75’ above roofline at 15 mph cross wind

Meris Bakovic

Kris Hess

Tevi Norodom

Cathleen Rugulo

Toni Avallone

Ryan Katkocin

Chris DeStefano

Sam Hall

Lucas Rowe

Kristen Marshall

Bill Theel

Brian Simkins

Jim Brech

Jeff Siemasko

Craig Marshall

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