Of Current Importance
The Feyen Zylstra newsletter

Volume 3, Issue 2
(2.85 MB Adobe PDF)

Newly completed projects

Reenders Blueberry Farms, solar panel installation, West Olive, MI
Perrigo, data handling improvements, Covington, OH
JBS Packerland, material handling line addition, Tolleson, AZ

In process
Auto Owners, communications cabling, Lansing, MI
Traverse City (MI) Central High School, retrofit of HVAC and building management system
Grand Rapids (MI) Christian High School, major renovations

Feyen Zylstra power plant projects
Alpena (MI) Biorefinery, primary substation design and transformer installations
Biogenics Reagents, LLC, alternative energy plant, equipment and controls installation, Marquette, MI
New Goodland (KN) Energy Center, modification and completion of multiple installations and primary distribution system

The Feyen Zylstra mindset: safety is the top priority
“Every Feyen-Zylstra employee understands that by being part of our team, they have committed to never sacrificing safety for short term gains in efficiency or profitability.”

Building information modeling (BIM) and prefabrication reap multiple benefits
BIM and prefabrication can be beneficial on any job, and especially increase safety; improve scheduling, productivity, and quality; reduce waste, and minimize storage requirements and supply uncertainties.

The Leading Edge
"Be a ‘Fred’—you won’t regret it." Which penguin character are you? Being a ‘Fred’ means embracing, and becoming an active driver of, change.

Community Spotlight
Feyen Zylstra’s Josh Lester acts as a mentor for the Grand Rapids University Preparatory Academy’s career exploration program; Feyen Zylstra employees, vendors, and supporters raise nearly $5,000 for the American Cancer Society.

Volume 3, Issue 1
(3.13 MB Adobe PDF)

Newly completed projects

Amway nutritional facility, Ada, MI
Great Lakes Research Center at Michigan Tech University, Houghton, MI
Western Michigan University’s paper coating pilot plant and power house, switchgear upgrades, Kalamazoo, MI
Michigan State University Case Hall, renovation and new dining hall, East Lansing, MI
Central Michigan University graduate housing, Mount Pleasant, MI
Amway Grand Hotel, wireless Internet access upgrade, Grand Rapids, MI

In process
ADAC Automotive, machinery upgrade, Muskegon, MI
Benteler Automotive, machinery & controls installation and upgrades, multiple locations
SPI Pharma, controls and automation, Grand Haven, MI
Esco, new equipment and control systems, Muskegon, MI
Whirlpool, phase one of new corporate headquarters, Benton Harbor, MI

Feyen Zylstra food producer projects
Michigan Turkey Producers, multiple facilities
Pearson Foods, Grand Rapids, MI
Butterball Farms, Grand Rapids, MI
JBS Packerland, Tolleson, AZ
Yoplait, Murfreesboro, TN
Gerber, Fremont, MI
Dawn Foods, Jackson, MI
Roskam Baking Company/Advanced Food Technologies, Grand Rapids, MI

Advanced technology battery plant projects
Feyen Zylstra’s adaptability, resources, safety track record, and understanding of cleanroom requirements make us the electrical contractor of choice for three leading-edge advanced technology battery plants.

The Leading Edge
"The Pumpkin ∏ Experience." Work assignments and experiences that take people to their ‘edge’ have a significant impact on talent development—and company success.

Community Spotlight
Feyen Zylstra is a major sponsor of the Making Strides Against Breast Cancer event, hosted by the American Cancer Society.

Volume 2, Issue 3
(2.22 MB Adobe PDF)

Newly completed projects
LG Chem battery production facility, Holland, MI
JBS Packerland equipment installation and hookups, Plainwell, MI

In process
U.S. Air Force base, upgrade of fire suppression systems, Misawa, Japan
Amway Corporation new production facility, Ada, MI
Alpena (MI) Prototype Biorefinery, electrical construction and service
North Lake Detention Center design-build remodeling, Baldwin, MI

Feyen Zylstra data center projects in Michigan
Online Tech, Flint, MI
Liquid Web, Lansing, MI
Fifth Third Bank UPS data center, Grand Rapids, MI
Kent County (MI) Intermediate School District, Grand Rapids, MI
Universal Forest Products, Grand Rapids, MI
Priority Health, Grand Rapids, MI

Feyen Zylstra forms robotic engineering work group
The group, formerly part of the engineering services group, is currently a level one integrator for Fanuc Robotics and has a growing relationship with Motoman and ABB.

Historical and event logging from Feyen Zylstra
Feyen Zylstra's SEDataPro software provides a targeted data collection solution for manufacturing, without the need for an expensive SCADA solution or complex integration to a SQL server.

The Leading Edge
"Partnerships provide the path through a changing world." Working nationally and globally requires us to combine our expertise with the right local resources.

Community Spotlight
Feyen Zylstra employees volunteered with the Inner City Christian Federation to help renovate two homes for low-income families.

Volume 2, Issue 2
(2.79 MB Adobe PDF)

Newly completed projects
Helen DeVos Children's Hospital, Grand Rapids, MI
Michigan National Guard's Camp Grayling (MI) training facility
Johnson Controls-Saft lithium-ion battery plant, Holland, MI
Johnson Controls roll form lines update, Holland, MI
Benteler new controls and automation, Grand Rapids and Galesburg, MI, and Goshen, IN
Greenville (MI) Community Center solar-energy roof
Allan P. Kirby, Jr. Center for Constitutional Studies and Citizenship, Hillsdale College, Washington DC
City of Greenville (MI) municipal well field and water system
Fox Motors dealerships across Michigan

In process
Northern Michigan Hospital addition, Petosky, MI
Spectrum Hospital labs and pediatrics (Tower 35), Grand Rapids, MI

Newly awarded projects
Dow Kokam Midland (MI) Battery Park, PLC USA
Lee County recycling facility, Ft. Myers, FL

The Leading Edge
"Getting on with it." Start creating your future rather than pining for the past.

Community Spotlight
Feyen Zylstra establishes the Feyen Zylstra Community Foundation, a 501(c)(3) organization for charitable giving.

Volume 2, Issue 1
(3.15 MB Adobe PDF)

Newly completed projects
Donald K. Shine water treatment plant, Wyoming, MI
Amway southwest service center, Arlington, TX
Reserve restaurant and wine bar, Grand Rapids, MI
Yoplait facility, Carson, CA
Fifth Third data center, Grand Rapids, MI

In process
Baraga County Memorial Hospital, L'Anse, MI
Big Rapids (MI) wastewater treatment plant
Greenville (MI) municipal water supply
Michigan State University: Johnson Controls system installation, Lansing, MI

LEED-certified Feyen Zylstra projects in West Michigan
Herman Miller's MAC, IT North, and B West buildings, Zeeland, MI
Bata Plastics, Grand Rapids, MI
Keystone Community Church, Ada, MI
Bay Area Transit Association, Traverse City, MI
Baxter Community Center, Grand Rapids, MI
Inner City Christian Federation, Grand Rapids, MI
Dwelling Place, Grand Rapids, MI
The Bicycle Factory, Grand Rapids, MI

The Leading Edge
"The Power of Measures." Setting clear goals, choosing the right measurements, interpreting the data, and asking the right questions.

Community Spotlight
Feyen Zylstra employees mark Arbor Day by planting trees in Grand Rapids, MI parks.

Volume 1, Issue 4
(2.66 MB Adobe PDF)

Newly completed projects
Yoplait plant, Reed City, MI
Western Michigan University fire alarm system, Kalamazoo, MI
Dow Corning Hemlock (MI) Semiconductor Group's solar project building
BDO Seidman, LLP's Data Center, Grand Rapids, MI
Steelcase plant, Tijuana, Mexico
Porter Health, Valparaiso, IN
Dawn Foods, Jackson, MI

In process
Fifth Third Data Center, Grand Rapids, MI
Helen DeVos Children's Hospital, Grand Rapids, MI

Recent Feyen Zylstra projects with energy efficiency goals
Uni-Solar photovoltaic system, Greenville, MI
A private consortium's photovoltaic system, Kalamazoo, MI
Michigan Turkey Producers energy-efficient lighting, Grand Rapids, MI
Fox Motors energy-efficient lighting, Grand Rapids, MI

The Leading Edge
"The Power of Systems." Feyen Zylstra's proprietary project management system ensures that our clients receive the best we have to offer.

Community Spotlight
Feyen Zylstra employees contribute to their communities as coach, village trustee, commercial electrician teacher, and CPR/first aid teacher.

Volume 1, Issue 3
(1.43 MB Adobe PDF)

Newly completed projects
Sycamore Township solar photovoltaic array, near Cincinnati, OH

In process
Northlake Correctional Facility new construction and renovation, Baldwin, MI

Newly awarded projects
Helen DeVos Children's Hospital cabling project, Grand Rapids, MI
Perrigo expansion, Allegan, MI
Sam's Club design/build projects at three Ohio and two Michigan stores

Feyen Zylstra has worked in many corners of the world
Puebla, Mexico: installation of two press stations built in the US
Silao, Mexico: application of a Siemens PLC and HMI to a specialty automotive machine
Juarez, Mexico: design of an SPC system
Aschaffenburg, Germany: commissioning, troubleshooting, and programming of a specialty assembly line
Taiwan: writing, installation and startup of an industrial software packaging
Macedonia: commissioning, troubleshooting, and programming of a specialized industrial machine for data collection

The Leading Edge
"What holds us together?" At Feyen Zylstra, our Commitments keep us strong.

Community Spotlight
Feyen Zylstra supports the Grand Rapids Public Schools "Mona Lease-a Art" program.

Volume 1, Issue 2
(5.55 MB Adobe PDF)

Newly completed projects
United Solar Ovonic, Greenville, MI
Pfizer fire alarm cable and conduit upgrades, Kalamazoo, MI
Fifth Third Bank TEGG preventive maintenance program, Kalamazoo, MI

In process
Donald K. Shine water treatment plant, Wyoming, MI

Newly awarded
Calvin College Spoelhof Field House complex, Grand Rapids, MI

The Leading Edge
"Throw up your hands...or roll up your sleeves?" Taking a positive, proactive approach to challenging issues.

Community Spotlight
Feyen Zylstra has supported the Baxter Community Center, Grand Rapids, MI for more than 30 years.

Volume 1, Issue 1
(3.46 MB Adobe PDF)

Newly completed projects
JW Marriott new construction joint venture, Grand Rapids, MI
Hamilton 16 IMAX theater, Noblesville, IN
Calvin College Ladies Literary Club restoration, Grand Rapids, MI
Wal-Mart, Comstock Park, MI

In process
Construction of Fitzgerald Condominiums in a 1915, nine-story structure, Grand Rapids, MI
Design/build services for The Bicycle Factory, a mixed-use renovation of a historic building, Grand Rapids, MI
Munson Medical Center's energy center, Traverse City, MI
Universal Forest Products data center, Grand Rapids, MI

Feyen Zylstra is a preferred installer along the Grand Rapids, MI 'Medical Mile,' including these facilities:
Fred & Lena Meijer Heart Center
Lemmen-Holton Cancer Pavilion
Cancer & Hematology Center; Butterworth (internal remodels)
320 Michigan and Spectrum North buildings (remodeling)
Tower 25 (infrastructure)
Campus cabling connecting the hospital to these facilities

The Leading Edge
"Seasons and Cycles." Every business cycle brings opportunities for those who lean forward with confidence and insight.

Community Spotlight
Each week, 18 Feyen Zylstra employees take 30 minutes from their work schedules to tutor students at the Southwest Community Campus in Grand Rapids, MI.