Independent Power Plant Performance Testing in Redmond, WA
Delivering Innovative Solutions to Increase Productivity and Profitability.
McHale & Associates, Inc. is widely recognized throughout the power generation industry as a specialized engineering group that provides independent power plant performance testing, improvement, and calibration services from our Redmond, WA headquarters and project sites worldwide. Furthermore, we deliver innovative solutions to increase productivity, enhance the quality of operation, and maximize profitability.
Our Power Plant Testing Services
SOLAR ENERGY
As the world shifts to renewable energy, McHale & Associates has been providing customized solution-driven engineering, consulting, modeling and plant performance testing services for the solar energy market for well over ten (10) years.
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PERFORMANCE
McHale & Associates, Inc. is at the forefront of power plant performance testing and analysis. Our performance analysis tools, procedures, and reports are proven to provide concise and conclusive results that are accepted by parties of a test with confidence.
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MEASUREMENT
State-of-the art metrological services are available to solve your measurement challenges. Whether you need your station instrument calibrated, temporary test instruments to conduct a test, or expert metrology consultations, McHale can provide you with the solutions you and your project needs.
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From code-level contractual acceptance to instrument calibration and rental, McHale’s engineers deliver independent, impartial results for power plants of every size and technology.
FIND THE RIGHT SOLUTION FOR THE REAL PROBLEM
Our services are built around providing the right solution for the real problem. Moreover, we have experienced and specialized experts who are able to provide support in the execution of complex and challenging projects. In addition, they bring experience and expertise across a broad spectrum of project objectives and deliverables.
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What We Deliver Across Every Project
Power Plant or Component Contractual Acceptance Testing
Owner's Performance Engineer
Instrument Calibration Services
CTI Licensed as an Independent Testing Agency for Cooling Towers
Test Instrument Rental
Complete or Component Analysis and Base Lining
System Modeling and Prediction
Plant Improvement and Upgrade Decision Analysis
Performance Monitoring Systems
Events & Conferences
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ABOUT McHALE & ASSOCIATES, INC.
The company was formed in 1995 by Pat and Mike McHale as a result of their extensive experience providing power plant performance testing services for over 30 years for Ebasco Services, Inc. and its successor companies. Furthermore, our success comes from our deep expertise in design, startup, testing, and operations for a wide range of power plants, including natural gas, fossil (coal, heavy oil, and distillate), nuclear, renewable fuel, hydroelectric, geothermal, and wind power plants.
OUR PARTNERS
We have strategically partnered with top-tier companies in order to further serve our clients and effectively meet their diverse project needs. Through these collaborations, we are able to leverage specialized expertise, innovative solutions, and industry-leading technologies to ensure the highest quality outcomes. Additionally, our partnerships allow us to provide comprehensive support across various project phases, from planning and design to execution and optimization. To explore more about our collaborative services and how they can benefit your projects, click on any of the links below.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1: What does McHale & Associates do?
A: McHale & Associates, Inc. is a specialized engineering group that provides independent power plant performance testing, improvement, and calibration services from its Redmond, WA headquarters, serving clients worldwide since 1995.
Q2: Where is McHale & Associates located?
A: McHale’s corporate office is at 8561 154th Avenue NE, Suite 210, Redmond, WA 98052. The company’s ISO 17025 accredited calibration lab is located at 4700 Coster Road, Knoxville, TN 37912.
Q3: What types of power plants does McHale test?
A: McHale has tested power plants of nearly every technology, configuration, and size, including natural gas, fossil (coal, heavy oil, distillate), nuclear, renewable, hydroelectric, geothermal, and wind power plants.
Q4: Does McHale offer instrument calibration and rental?
A: Yes. McHale provides instrument calibration services and test instrument rental, in addition to power plant performance testing, improvement, and advising services.
Q5: How long has McHale & Associates been in business?
A: McHale & Associates was formed in 1995 by Pat and Mike McHale, building on over 30 years of prior power plant performance testing experience.
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Telephone Number
Email Address
Hours of Operation
Monday – Friday
8:30 AM – 7:30 PM (ET)
Corporate Office - Redmond, WA
8561 154th Avenue NE, Suite 210
Redmond, WA 98052
FAX: +1-425-991-8480
Monday – Friday
7:30 AM – 4:30 PM (PT)
Knoxville, TN
4700 Coster Road
Knoxville, TN 37912
FAX: +1-865-934-4779
Monday – Friday
8:30 AM – 5:30 PM (ET)