Hedgehog Technologies Inc.
206 2250 Boundary Road V5M 3Z3, Burnaby, BC, Canada

Hedgehog in the Field | Oliver Wiart, P.Eng., is conducting a plant-wide energy audit to better optimize and shape demand.

Universal Studios Japan is pushing ahead with its exciting new Mario Kart-themed AR rollercoaster experience. Slated to open in Osaka theme park on February 4th, 2021. https://www.theverge.com//super-nintendo-world-osaka-japan

Congratulations to Ann English, CEO and Registrar for Engineers and Geoscientists BC (EGBC), for securing the Business in Vancouver BC CEO Award for the "Publicly Accountable" category. A testament to her strong leadership and dedication that continues to elevate the engineering community. Read more here: https://biv.com/bc-ceo-awards

We’re hiring an Electrical Technologist and an Intermediate Electrical Engineer to join our world-class engineering team. If you are an outside-the-box thinker, expert communicator, and collaborative inside a team environment, we’d like to hear from you! Visit our Careers page to learn more and apply!... https://www.hedgehogtech.com/company-overview/careers/

Welcome to Shane MacArthur, a senior accountant who joins the Hedgehog team to support the accounting department through 2021.

Ultra-low latency networks are required for autonomous vehicles and factory robots to operate more efficiently but it does not come without challenges. If we want to engineer our networks for low latency, we have to re-engineer them entirely, developing new methods for encoding, transmitting, and routing. Read the full story on IEEE Spectrum... https://spectrum.ieee.org//5g-robotics-avs-and-the-eternal

Despite the challenges of COVID-19, the global renewable energy sector is continuing to thrive showing 7% growth this year. https://bit.ly/38RiVIr

Hedgehog’s Director of Engineering Younes Rashidi landed the cover feature of this month's issue of Electrical Business. Find out how to manage risk for electrified public infrastructure using active diagnostic coverage and heat maps. Read the full article here: https://bit.ly/31LdfeH

Last week, Matthew Keeler attended the ASTM F24 Virtual Conference and compiled a list of 5 takeaways from the event. Find out the latest happenings in amusement ride standards on our Insights blog. https://www.hedgehogtech.com/insi/astm-f24-conference-2020/

Happy Halloween from the Hedgehog team!

Our newest engineer-in-training (EIT) with a familiar face Charlie Lewthwaite concludes his Becoming a Hedgehog series with Part III. Read about his journey moving up from temporary co-op to a full-time Hedgehog. https://www.hedgehogtech.com/he/part-3-becoming-a-hedgehog/

We’re seeking an organized and efficient Senior Accountant to join our world-class engineering team. This is a 12-month contract position to cover maternity leave. Visit our Indeed page to apply! https://ca.indeed.com/cmp/Hedgehog-Technologies-Inc./jobs

September 30 is #OrangeShirtDay to acknowledge and remember the plight of residential schools in our Indigenous communities. In the spirit of truth and reconciliation, don’t forget to wear an orange shirt today! Visit https://www.orangeshirtday.org/ to learn more about how you can support.

On September 29th, join Makers Making Change and Hedgehog Technologies for a special Q&A webinar about our open-source assistive technology solution for people with dementia. Learn step-by-step how to create your own silent IoT door sensor alarm for under $15 while gaining perspective on how MMC improves the lives of people with disabilities. Read our latest blog for more details and to register!... https://www.hedgehogtech.com//webinar-makers-making-chang/ See more

Our inspections are conducted by trained, competent, and qualified engineers with decades of combined experience in safety-critical systems.

Dr. Michael Wrinch highlighted Hedgehog’s COVID-19 response and how the new normal has impacted our day-to-day engineering operations, leading towards a focus on innovation and trying new things. Read about it on the September/October issue of Innovation Magazine (pp. 24-25). https://user-yinucac.cld.bz/INNOVATION-September-October//

The electric vehicle boom is coming quicker than anticipated as battery prices continue to fall. Analysts believe that soon EV’s may not need government incentives to make them as affordable as gas-powered vehicles. Full story on The New York Times. https://www.nytimes.com//electric-cars-batteries-tesla-elo

Started at Hedgehog as a summer co-op and was lucky enough to join the team full-time after graduating this past spring. Couldn't have asked for a better company to start my professional career with. Charlie Lewthwaite, Electrical Engineer

The YWCA Metro Vancouver 2020 Women of Distinction have recognized Cheryl Nelms, General Manager Project Delivery at Metro Vancouver, for outstanding achievements in contributing to the future of our community. Congrats on a well-deserved nomination! By implementing the City's first departmental diversity and inclusion plan, Cheryl increased the number of women employees in Engineering by 46%. https://ywcavan.org/2020-ywca-women-di/business-professions

Muhammad Vellani and Cale Anthony Boudreau sat down with Neil Squire to discuss their Makers Making Change design challenge. The IoT door sensor alarm creates push notifications to caregivers of those suffering from dementia. Check out the interview and learn about how low-cost assistive technology can vastly improve the lives of people with disabilities. https://www.makersmakingchange.com/iot-assistive-device-de/

Congratulations to SeaHawk Robotics for winning the Ocean Startup Challenge. Their UAV-based ocean observation technology allows for efficient data collection with improved access and safety. https://techcouver.com//seahawk-robotics-wins-ocean-start/

Hedgehog Tech is joining Neil Squire for a special Q&A webinar on September 29th at 3:00 PM (PDT). Muhammad Vellani will chat with members of the Makers Making Change NYC Chapter to highlight our assistive technology project for people suffering from dementia. Did you know 6 in 10 people suffering from dementia will experience wandering? This open-source solution delivers a push notification to caregivers' phones when their patient leaves home unannounced.... This webinar will walk through the process of setting up your own door alarm for under $15 while exploring how MMC impacts the lives of those with disabilities. Register here: https://www.makersmakingchange.com//makers-making-change-/

General Motors is developing technology to remotely manage EV batteries. Using RF antennas in their circuit boards, they can offer cradle-to-grave monitoring of battery health and collect real-time data from drivers in various climates. Check out the latest IEEE Spectrum article for more. https://spectrum.ieee.org//ieee-spectrum-exclusive-gm-can-

Hedgehog in the Field | Vadim being all smiles while preparing industrial machinery for cross-border transportation.

The team received a shipment of Hedgehog masks to help reduce the spread of COVID-19. Who says that you can’t be safe and stylish?

Drones are efficient for project management for their ability to safely gather data that would otherwise be difficult for humans to access. Read our latest Insights blog to learn about how Hedgehog is harnessing the power of UAV technology for engineering. https://www.hedgehogtech.com/insig/engineering-with-drones/

Hedgehog in the Field | View of Ali, a senior electrical engineer, completing on-site inspections. - PNE/Playland

Building trust through accountability.

Name it to tame it! Managing risk to make better business decisions Utilize a risk assessment which is a process of identifying and quantifying risk factors. Risk assessments are beneficial during all lifecycle stages of equipment. ... For new machines, it can reduce the likelihood of missing serious hazards. For old machines, it can increase the budget for system improvements. But there is no one-size-fits-all solution for risk management! Following these steps will ensure that quality is maintained throughout the assessment: - Build a diverse team of experts and define the scope - Discuss who, where, and how a person can be injured - Develop a risk matrix to highlight areas of risk - Reduce risk through an iterative process - Reassess residual risk after reduction measures Trust the process. Be diligent in your assessment. Do not be afraid of the results! Replacing a faulty component today can save you from a catastrophic breakdown a year from now. Need a risk assessment? Give us a call at 604-210-0204 or visit our website at www.hedgehogtech.com and get in touch!

We’re hiring both a Senior Electrical Engineer and Accounting Manager to join our team! If you're a self-starting, active learner who wants to have fun while you grow your career with a world-class engineering team, please send us your resume. To learn more and apply, visit our careers page: https://www.hedgehogtech.com/company-overview/careers/

A couple of Hedgehogs, Oliver and Charlie, took on the bicycle trails of Mount Fromme to unwind from a busy week of engineering with exercise and fun.

Utilities are moving towards real-time energy pricing to create incentives for customers to manage their energy consumption during peak demand. The full story on IEEE Spectrum. https://spectrum.ieee.org//power-grids-should-be-as-data-d

Thinking ahead to holistically solve the challenges of today and tomorrow.

Quality is never an accident; it is always the result of high intention, sincere effort, intelligent direction and skillful execution; it represents the wise choice of many alternatives. William A. Foster

Researchers at Carnegie Mellon University found automated vehicles may see a 5-15% reduction in EV range due to sensor drag from driving in suburban areas and computing loads while in the city. Read more about it here. https://chargedevs.com//evaluating-the-effects-of-automat/

Diversity allows our differences to be celebrated while coming together to achieve a common goal.

Needing some summer fun? The PNE/Playland is now open under new COVID-19 safety protocols to promote safer parks and attractions. Don’t forget to eat some mini-donuts!