Business Details
36 Years
experience
Advanced Engineering Solutions Experts
Altman Browning has been a trusted leader in advanced engineering solutions since 1990. Our team delivers customized design, analysis, and product development services tailored to meet the unique challenges of clients across energy, heavy industrial, government, and infrastructure sectors. With expertise in international and industry-specific standards, we ensure every project meets rigorous benchmarks for quality, safety, and compliance. Our legacy of innovation began with founders Kay Altman and David Browning, whose contributions established a foundation of excellence in mechanical engineering and heavy industrial machine design. Today, we combine this heritage with cutting-edge tools like ANSYS and SolidWorks to tackle complex challenges through closed-form solutions, finite element analysis, and advanced simulation.Our ISO 9001-certified project management practices guarantee efficient delivery and meticulous quality control. Collaborating with organizations like Duke Energy and the US Army Corps of Engineers, we consistently exceed expectations by prioritizing practicality, sustainability, and client-specific needs. Our multidisciplinary approach extends beyond simulation to integrate real-world applicability, manufacturability, and cost-efficiency. With offices in Portland, Oregon, we serve the Pacific Northwest and beyond, maintaining licenses in Oregon and Washington. Our commitment to continuous learning ensures we remain at the forefront of engineering innovation while upholding the highest ethical and professional standards.
Services
Engineering Design
Finite Element Analysis
Product Development
Standards Compliance
Simulation Services
Details
- Year established: 1990
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of experience in industrial and energy sector engineering.
- Our ISO 9001-certified processes ensure rigorous quality control and compliance.
- We utilize advanced simulation tools like ANSYS and SolidWorks for precision analysis.
- Our team includes licensed professionals with expertise in ASME, AWS, and SAE standards.
- We provide tailored solutions for complex machinery design and process optimization.
Associations and certifications
- ISO 9001
Services
Engineering Design
Our engineering design services create customized mechanical solutions for heavy industrial applications. We specialize in integrating hoists, gears, and bearings into durable systems that meet ASME and SAE standards. Using SolidWorks and ANSYS tools, we optimize designs for manufacturability and performance. Our approach combines legacy expertise with modern simulation techniques to deliver reliable, cost-effective solutions for complex machinery requirements.
Finite Element Analysis
We perform advanced finite element analysis using ANSYS Mechanical and SolidWorks Simulation. Our FEA services identify stress points, optimize material usage, and validate structural integrity for industrial equipment. This predictive modeling ensures compliance with AWS and ASTM standards while reducing physical prototyping costs. Our engineers deliver detailed reports that guide informed decision-making for critical infrastructure projects.
Standards Compliance
Our compliance services ensure adherence to 30+ industry standards including ASME NOG-1, CMAA 70/74, and SAE J-series specifications. We verify designs against ANSI, AISC, and OSHA requirements for safety-critical applications. This expertise extends to nuclear crane standards and automotive component testing, guaranteeing regulatory approval and operational safety for complex engineering systems across multiple sectors.
Product Development
We develop innovative engineering products from concept through manufacturing readiness. Our process includes closed-form solution development, computational modeling, and prototype validation. Using Mathcad and ANSYS Workbench, we optimize designs for performance and cost-efficiency. This systematic approach delivers cutting-edge solutions for energy systems, industrial machinery, and infrastructure components while maintaining strict quality control standards.
Simulation Services
Our simulation capabilities include computational fluid dynamics (CFD) with ANSYS Fluent and advanced parametric modeling. We analyze fluid flow, thermal dynamics, and structural behavior to optimize system performance. These virtual testing environments reduce development time while ensuring compliance with industry-specific requirements. Our simulation-driven approach supports data-informed decisions for complex engineering challenges across diverse industrial applications.
People
Kay Altman
Founder
Pioneering mechanical engineer who established ABCo's foundation in heavy industrial machine design. His legacy of innovation continues to shape the company's approach to complex engineering challenges.
David Browning
Founding Engineer
Licensed professional engineer (PE) who co-founded ABCo with expertise in industrial machinery design. His contributions established the company's commitment to technical excellence and practical engineering solutions.
Questions
What industries does Altman Browning & Company serve?
We specialize in energy, heavy industrial, government, and infrastructure sectors.
What engineering standards does ABCo follow?
We adhere to ASME, AWS, ANSI, ASTM, AISC, ASME NOG-1, and SAE standards.
Are your engineering solutions customized?
Yes, we tailor designs and analyses to meet each client's specific requirements.
Do you offer simulation and analysis services?
We provide finite element analysis, computational fluid dynamics, and advanced simulations.
Is ABCo certified for quality management?
We maintain ISO 9001 certification for our project management and quality control systems.
Can you handle complex machinery design projects?
Our expertise includes heavy industrial machine design with hoists, gears, and bearings.
