525kV Transformer Seismic Qualification
Power Transmission & Distribution
Seismic qualification and structural evaluation of a 525kV transformer.
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W.E. Gundy & Associates, Inc.
Boise, ID
Leaders in Structural & Earthquake Engineering
- Services
- 8
- Offices
- 2
- Projects
- 1
- Leaders
- 2
- Founded
- 1981
Overview
W.E. Gundy & Associates, Inc. (WEGAI) is a structural engineering practice specializing in seismic qualification and structural evaluation of electrical-mechanical equipment and support structures for seismic, wind, ice, snow, wave, and operational loads. Established in 1981, it maintains a specialized focus in the seismic qualification and design of electrical substation transmission and distribution equipment as well as building electrical-mechanical systems worldwide. WEGAI provides comprehensive shake table testing and finite element modeling (FEM) analysis to validate structural dynamics and verify compliance with global standards such as IEEE-693, Eurocode, and OSHPD OSP. The engineering team holds Professional Structural Engineer (SE) and Civil Engineer (PE) licenses across numerous states, with NCEES registration enabling expedited reciprocity nationwide.
- Founded
- 1981
Services
Seismic Qualification & Certification
Seismic testing, evaluation, and certification services to qualify electrical-mechanical and transmission and distribution equipment to global industry standards.
Structural Analysis & Modeling
Comprehensive structural evaluation of equipment and support structures for operational and environmental loads.
Transmission & Distribution Equipment Engineering
Specialized structural and seismic design and evaluation of electrical substation transmission and distribution equipment.
Building Mechanical & Electrical Equipment Evaluation
Seismic qualification and structural evaluation of building mechanical and electrical systems.
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Leadership
Travis Soppe
President
SE, PE
Travis Soppe directs and evaluates the technical aspects of projects, develops methods and techniques for new opportunities, and implements the quality assurance program. In this manner, he ensures that all work performed is consistent and of the highest quality. He remains committed to keeping WEGAI a leader in providing innovative solutions for structural evaluation of electrical and mechanical equipment. He earned his Master of Science in Structural Engineering from the University of California, San Diego, and his Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering from Boise State University. He maintains his professional structural engineering license in California, Illinois, and Hawaii and civil engineering licenses in California, Idaho, Washington, Wyoming, New Mexico, Florida, Maryland, Montana, and Pennsylvania. He is also an NCEES Record Holder. He is an active member of ASCE and IEEE, participating on the IEEE-693 Standard committee on recommended practices for seismic design of substations. He has been with the practice since 2009.
David Gundy
Executive Vice President
PE
David Gundy focuses on implementing procedures to promote the goals, objectives, and policies of the organization. He is responsible for developing and overseeing programs to support business development and organizational growth. He is also actively involved in operations management, by assigning responsibilities to employees, preparing proposals and quotations, and evaluating the technical aspects of projects. He earned his Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering from Boise State University. He maintains his professional civil engineering licenses in California, Idaho, Louisiana, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, and Texas. He is an active member of ASCE and IEEE, and participates on the IEEE-693 Standard committee on recommended practices for seismic design of substations.