Industrial News Diesel Generator Alignment on Four New 560 kW Sets Sep 19, 2026 Diesel generator alignment is worth confirming before a new machine ever runs. Our team was brought in to evaluate four newly installed KOHLER KD62V12-6CNS… View Details
Marine News Laser Shaft Alignment on a NOAA Research Vessel Sep 19, 2026 New torsional couplings mean the alignment behind them has to be set again. Our team performed a marine laser shaft alignment on both main… View Details
Rosé Soirée: a night for Junior Achievement of South Florida women Sep 12, 2026 Rosé Soirée was held Wednesday, September 9th at the Flamingo Room at Gulfstream Park, honoring the women and young ladies of Junior Achievement of… View Details
Prüftechnik handheld vibration analyzer: six channels, one run. Sep 11, 2026 The VIBXPERT 3 Balancer is a handheld vibration analyzer that records six synchronous vibration channels in a single run. Every measurement point on the… View Details
A Saturday on the manual lathe Sep 11, 2026 Kevin Finan spent part of his Saturday in our shop teaching Clayton Lee, AME’s welder, fabricator and pipefitter, to run our manual lathe. Kevin… View Details
JA Pre-Apprenticeship Program Marine South Florida Career Fair Sep 11, 2026 On Friday, July 24, AME‘s Christine and Jayme Bishop met more than 100 recent Broward high school graduates at the JA Sea the World… View Details
Day of the Seafarer at Port Everglades Sep 11, 2026 June 25 is the IMO‘s Day of the Seafarer. This year’s theme was “Carrying world trade. Carrying the risks.” – pointed at the crews… View Details
International Yacht Repair: “The quality and workmanship were perfect.” Sep 11, 2026 Jim Doulames came to us with a complex scope of work for an international yacht repair, a vessel sitting in South Mexico. And a… View Details
Six lanes, six teams, and a Sashay Award Sep 11, 2026 Turns out this team can really have fun around a bowling lane! Last month the AME team took over Lucky Strike at Dania Pointe… View Details
Wireless condition monitoring: New Rep – PHANTOM Erbessd Sep 11, 2026 AME is now an authorized representative for wireless condition monitoring, Erbessd Instruments’ PHANTOM line, battery-powered wireless sensors that measure a machine while it runs… View Details
Celebrating 34 Years of AME Jun 18, 2026 This year marks 34 years of Advanced Mechanical Enterprises, and we’re feeling especially grateful for the people who have helped make AME into what… View Details
AME Welcomes Marcos Benitez as Marine Service Technician Jun 18, 2026 Advanced Mechanical Enterprises is pleased to welcome Marcos Benitez to the AME team as a Marine Service Technician. Marcos brings more than 10 years… View Details
AME Connects with Inland Marine Industry at IMX Nashville Jun 18, 2026 The AME team was glad to be on the floor connecting with the people, companies, and crews serving the inland marine industry. It was… View Details
Maritime College Alumni Association South Florida Chapter Gathers at Bradford Marine Jun 18, 2026 The Maritime College Alumni Association South Florida Chapter enjoyed a great evening at Bradford Marine last week. With beautiful weather, golf cart tours, a… View Details
AME Supports the Next Generation at MIASF’s Plywood Regatta 2026 Jun 18, 2026 Advanced Mechanical Enterprises was proud to be part of MIASF’s 29th Annual Plywood Regatta, a South Florida marine industry tradition that brings students, mentors,… View Details
Industrial News: Precision Measurement Before Reassembly Jun 18, 2026 AME was contracted during a planned overhaul to perform 3D geometric inspection on a Fairbanks Morse opposed-piston diesel engine and its mounting rails. Using… View Details
Marine News: AME Supports Major Yard Period for University Research Vessel Jun 18, 2026 AME recently supported a major shipyard project on a university research vessel during a scheduled maintenance period at a Florida shipyard. The project included… View Details
PRUFTECHNIK Introduces the Next Generation of ROTALIGN Systems Jun 18, 2026 For years, ROTALIGN Touch has been used in the field as a trusted tool for laser shaft alignment across a wide range of applications.… View Details
We’re Back for MIASF’s Plywood Regatta 2026 Mar 31, 2026 We’re excited to be participating again in the Marine Industries Association of South Florida (MIASF) Plywood Regatta this April 25 and 26. This year,… View Details
Align & Conquer Guide: Stop Downtime in Its Tracks with Precision Alignment – Here learn more! Mar 31, 2026 Downtime is costly and leads to lost productivity, high energy bills, and constant repairs. But precision alignment changes everything. When your machinery runs in… View Details
Introducing the Next Generation of ROTALIGN Alignment Systems Mar 30, 2026 For years, ROTALIGN Touch has been used in the field as a go-to tool for laser shaft alignment, used across a wide range of… View Details
Welcoming Richcardee, AME’s New Apprentice Mar 30, 2026 We’re proud to recognize our newest Field Service Apprentice, Richcardee, who started with AME through the Junior Achievement (JA) six-month pre-apprenticeship program and is now continuing… View Details
Welcoming Donna Lindenmayer to the AME Team Mar 30, 2026 We’re excited to welcome Donna Lindenmayer as AME’s new Accountant/Office Manager. Donna steps into this role following Eric Matzuga, who supported AME as our… View Details
Commissioning Vibration Analysis on Seven Vertical Wastewater Pumps at a Tampa Pump Station Mar 30, 2026 When a new pump station is being commissioned, one of the most important questions is whether the equipment is operating the way it should… View Details
Forklift Certification Added to the Team Mar 26, 2026 Our office team, Donna Lindenmayer, Alison Wells, and Jayme Bishop, just earned their forklift certification. They already handle a large part of our day-to-day… View Details
AME Joins MIASF Waterway Cleanup Mar 26, 2026 From land to sea, AME was proud to take part in MIASF’s Waterway Cleanup on March 7. Our team split up to cover more… View Details
AME Attends Coast Guard Night 2026 at Sector Miami Mar 26, 2026 Honored to attend Coast Guard Night 2026 with the Propeller Club of Miami. AME was glad to support and attend this year’s event at… View Details
AME Connects with Future Engineers at FAU Career Fair Mar 26, 2026 We attended the FAU Career Fair again this year as part of our ongoing effort to connect with the next generation of engineers. Each… View Details
JA Sea the World Storefront Renewed for Another Three-Year Term Mar 26, 2026 Eight years later, and this mission is still growing… In March, we held the renewal ribbon-cutting for the next three-year term of the JA Sea… View Details
AME Attends Port Everglades Association Luncheon Featuring FMC Chair Laura DiBella Mar 26, 2026 AME attended the Port Everglades Association’s monthly luncheon this month, a standing event in the South Florida maritime community held on the first Friday… View Details
Welcoming Newest Team Members: Jayme & Yevhen Dec 15, 2025 AME is entering a season of dynamic expansion, driven by our commitment to delivering world-class engineering and mechanical solutions. As we scale our operations… View Details
Investing in Tomorrow’s Talent: AME and the MIASF Apprenticeship Program Dec 15, 2025 AME is proud to invest in the Marine Industries Association of South Florida (MIASF) 2-year Yacht Service Technician Apprenticeship Program, a vital initiative dedicated… View Details
AME Supports Future Leaders at JA Impact Breakfast Dec 15, 2025 The breakfast brought together influential leaders and JA Board Members, including Christine Shaw, Geoffrey Horst, and Jennifer Starkey, whose collaboration continues to enhance real-world… View Details
Inside the Machine Doctor’s Toolkit: Vibration Analysis Deep Dive Dec 15, 2025 In this issue, we’re excited to feature a new episode of the AME’s Tech In Check Podcast, where our team breaks down the fundamentals of… View Details
Marine News: AME Supports Bradford Marine with Critical Shiplift Repair Dec 15, 2025 When most people think of AME, they picture our team working on yachts, workboats, and commercial vessels. But our capabilities extend far beyond what… View Details
Industrial News: Vibration Analysis Commissioning for Pump Station Dec 15, 2025 AME recently supported a construction company with vibration analysis commissioning at a new pumping station in Florida. The purpose of this project was twofold:… View Details
AME Strengthens Key Maritime Relationships at FLIBS Dec 15, 2025 Building Bonds in Recreational Yachting: Our primary focus at FLIBS was reinforcing the core relationships that drive the maritime industry forward. By walking the… View Details
IWBS Recap: AME’s 16th Year Connecting with Commercial Maritime Dec 15, 2025 AME recently concluded another highly successful year at the International WorkBoat Show (IWBS) in New Orleans. Marking our 16th consecutive year as an exhibitor.… View Details
AME Spreads Holiday Cheer at the Grateful Palate! Dec 15, 2025 On Saturday, December 7th, the AME team gathered to celebrate a valuable year at our annual Holiday Party, held at the exquisite Grateful Palate… View Details
Safety First, Dessert Second: AME’s Thanksgiving Bake-Off! Dec 15, 2025 Safety is AME’s highest priority, and we reinforce this commitment by rewarding our team’s success. Every month without incidents or near misses earns a… View Details
Celebrating Milestones: Marlon & Danilo’s Work Anniversaries Sep 19, 2025 At AME, we’re proud to celebrate the dedication and longevity for two of our team members. This month, these valued employees mark an incredible… View Details
13 Years of Trust: Why Captains Choose AME for Precision & Professionalism Sep 19, 2025 For over 13 years, AME has been trusted for precision and professionalism. Hear from a yacht captain on why we’re his go-to for alignment,… View Details
Welcoming Our Newest Team Members Sep 19, 2025 We’re excited to welcome three new faces to the AME team! At AME, our people are our greatest asset, and each new addition strengthens… View Details
Shaping the Future Workforce: Junior Achievement’s “Sea the World” Maritime Storefront Sep 19, 2025 AME believes in leading with corporate social responsibility as it’s forefront. We’re proud to serve initiatives that inspire to prepare the next generation of… View Details
Maritime College Alumni Connect at Fairwater Social Sep 19, 2025 Last week, Rich’s alumni from Maritime College based in Brooklyn, gathered for their quarterly networker at Fairwater in Fort Lauderdale office based inside the… View Details
Highlights from MIASF & Greator Fort Lauderdale Chamber of Commerce Marine Advisory Council Sep 19, 2025 Marine Industries Association of South Florida (MIASF) and the Greater Fort Lauderdale Chamber of Commerce has a Marine Advisory Council committee that our CAO,… View Details
Final Thoughts: Keeping Every System Running Strong – Mechanical &/or Electrical Sep 19, 2025 At AME, we take pride in representing industry leaders Fluke Reliability, Pruftechnik and ALL-TEST Pro. With their world-class analyzers and tools, we’re equipped to… View Details
Marine News: Expanding our Reach in OCONUS… the Non-Continental States Sep 19, 2025 This quarter, AME proudly supported U.S. Government vessels in two non-continental states, showcasing our ability to deliver precision alignment and engineering services wherever the… View Details
Industrial News: Stormwater Pumping Stations Annual Vibration Testing Sep 19, 2025 AME recently completed annual vibration testing on storm drain pumping stations, continuing a nearly 20-year tradition of supporting Florida communities during the rainy season.… View Details
Industrial News: Supporting Florida’s Vital Water Systems Jun 21, 2025 Vibration analysis and laser alignment are essential to ensuring water management systems stay operational and reliable. Our team recently addressed complex mechanical challenges using tools… View Details
Why Predictive Maintenance Matters – And How Often You Should Be Doing It Jun 21, 2025 If there’s one thing we’ve learned after 30+ years in the field – across power plants, marine vessels, manufacturing, waste management. and so much… View Details
Solve Downtime Headaches with the With Our Align & Conquer Guide Jun 21, 2025 Download the Free Guide Now Struggling with costly downtime, excessive repairs, or inefficient operations? Precision alignment could be the answer you’re looking for, and… View Details
Investing in Our Team: Latest Vibration Analyst Certifications Jun 21, 2025 Over the past few weeks, several of our team members have completed new certification levels in vibration analysis because it’s our mission to stay ahead… View Details
Marine News: Gear Alignment for a Government Vessel Jun 18, 2025 We just wrapped up an intricate reduction gear changeout and alignment project on a government vessel docked in Miami. We started with strain gage… View Details
Highlights from Fluke Reliability’s 2025 Conference Jun 15, 2025 We are proud to have participated in Fluke Reliability’s Xcelerate 2025 conference held in March at the Fairmont in Everett, Washington. As the Florida, Georgie… View Details
Standing by Our Expertise: How AME Solved a Conflicting Motor Problem Jun 15, 2025 Here’s a story we think sums up what we’re all about. “Had a lightning strike, as a result, the motors were affected. After the… View Details
AME Renews a Third Term (2025-2028) to Maritime Workforce Development with Junior Achievement of South Florida Jun 15, 2025 The future of the maritime workforce is bright, and AME is honored to sign on for our third term (2025 – 2028) supporting the JA… View Details
Plywood Regatta 2025: AME Mentors Jr Boat Builders to Victory Jun 15, 2025 We are honored to have been a main sponsor and a team mentor sponsor, guiding two incredible groups of students as they took on… View Details
AME Honors U.S. Coast Guard at Annual Dinner Jun 15, 2025 AME is honored to support the U.S. Coast Guard in multiple ways…from our work on their legacy vessels and the new fleet to standing behind… View Details
Rich Merhige Honored at MIASF Annual Awards Jun 15, 2025 We were so proud to see Rich recognized alongside Rafael Ramirez, a fellow advocate for mentorship and education. Congratulations also to Vicki Abernathy on… View Details
Hiring An Accounts Administrator Mar 24, 2025 We’re hiring an Accounts Administrator to support the Accounting Supervisor and the Office Manager by handling bookkeeping and various financial and clerical tasks. Key… View Details
Marine News: Project Perfect Storm Mar 21, 2025 What is Project Perfect Storm? AME is proud to have contributed to the success of Project Perfect Storm (PPS), a collaborative effort to design… View Details
Industrial News: Precision Alignment & Vibration Analysis of the Air Burner Mar 21, 2025 We recently performed a precision laser alignment evaluation and vibration analysis on Landscaping Services’ Air Burner – FireBox S327. This equipment, used to incinerate… View Details
AME Sponsors 4th Annual Infraday Florida to Promote Sustainable Infrastructure Mar 20, 2025 AME was proud to sponsor the 4th annual Infraday Florida this week in beautiful Coconut Grove! This conference held several panels and presentations covering… View Details
Betting on Talent, Building the Future Mar 20, 2025 At AME, we understand the value of taking smart bets on emerging talent. Partnering with Junior Achievement of South Florida’s Pre-Apprenticeship Program was a… View Details
AME Celebrates as Silver Annual Sponsor at YPY USA Annual Gala Mar 20, 2025 We’re proud to share that AME is a Silver Annual Sponsor for Young Professionals in Yachting USA! Several members of our field service team… View Details
AME Begins the Year with their Annual Meeting Mar 20, 2025 At the beginning of the year we held our annual meeting, an AME tradition where our team gathers to reflect on the past year’s achievements,… View Details
Final Thought: Why PRUFTECHNIK ROTALIGN touch is the Smart Choice for Alignment Mar 20, 2025 When it comes to precise alignment, the PRUFTECHNIK ROTALIGN touch and Easy-Laser analyzer are both contenders, but PRUFTECHNIK sets the standard. At AME, as… View Details
Opening Doors: High School Students Explore Marine Careers at Safe Harbor Mar 20, 2025 Mid March was an eye-opener for 60 Broward County Senior High School Students from Dave Thomas, Flanagan & McArthur High Schools. AME teamed up with… View Details
Inspired Action at Port Everglades Association Luncheon Mar 20, 2025 As a proud member of the Port Everglades Association, with Rich Merhige representing AME on the board, we’ve seen how collaboration creates meaningful connections in… View Details
Demmetrius joins the team! Dec 21, 2024 Excited to introduce Demmetrius Knowles, AME’s new Field Service Engineer who has a Bachelor of Science in Ocean Engineering graduate from Florida Atlantic University.… View Details
Welcome to the team, Ben! Dec 21, 2024 Benjamin holds a Bachelor of Science in Ocean Engineering from Florida Atlantic University and brings exceptional technical skills in Solidworks, MATLAB, and ANSYS. He… View Details
Rich Speaks at the Fort Lauderdale Mariners Club 2024 Seminar Dec 20, 2024 We hear the terms classification, built to class, maintained in-class, class approved, class certificates, flag state certificates, suspension of class, out of class, but… View Details
Industrial News: Keeping Operations Smooth with Vibration Analysis at a Water Reclamation Plant Dec 20, 2024 Regular equipment maintenance is the backbone of efficient operations, and Advanced Mechanical Enterprises (AME) recently played a vital role in ensuring the Water Reclamation… View Details
Marine News: Technical Supervision and Alignment Optimization for Cruise Ship Propulsion Systems Dec 20, 2024 Advanced Mechanical Enterprises (AME) proudly served as technical representatives, providing expert supervision and direction during a critical maintenance operation on cruise ship. This project… View Details
AME Sponsors SFMA’s 2024 Annual Meeting Dec 12, 2024 Wow Florida #10 in the US – When it comes to manufacturing! That’s impressive and the state of Florida is making moves to rank… View Details
Wrapping up a successful International WorkBoat Show in New Orleans! Dec 12, 2024 Another successful International WorkBoat Show in New Orleans this November! In our line of work collaboration is essential, and events like IWBS provide a… View Details
Thanksgiving Potluck & Safety Lunch with Dessert Contest Dec 12, 2024 We celebrated Thanksgiving and marked the occasion of maintaining a perfect safety record in October, during our monthly safety lunch turned Thanksgiving Potluck. There’s… View Details
The AME Team Celebrate the Holidays at South Bar & Restaurant Dec 12, 2024 The AME team had the best time celebrating the holiday season with amazing food, great company, and a crafty competition! This year, our annual holiday… View Details
Tech In Check Podcast Episode – FARO Technologies Dec 12, 2024 We’re back! In this episode of “Tech In Check,” Tony Planamento, CRL, explores FARO Technologies’ role in revolutionizing 3D measurement and imaging with Les… View Details
PEA Luncheon Presents JA Sea The World, Maritime Storefront with a $5,000 Donation Dec 12, 2024 PEA luncheon in December, the Port Everglades Association proudly presented us with a $5,000 check for Junior Achievement of South Florida. THANK YOU, Port… View Details
AME Attends the 2024 International Golden Compass Award Dinner & Gala Dec 12, 2024 The AME team attended the 2024 International Golden Compass Award Dinner & Gala at the Bahia Mar. It’s an amazing commercial maritime event held each… View Details
AME Sponsors PEA’s Annual Seaport Golf Tournament Dec 11, 2024 We proudly sponsored the 19th Hole at the Port Everglades Association (PEA) Seaport Golf Tournament in October! Our team, Rich Merhige and Tony Planamento,… View Details
Final Thought: Need to Spend Some $$? Here’s What you Need to Ensure Reliability in 2025 Dec 11, 2024 Have some extra funds to spend in 2024? Treat yourself, your business or surprise your maintenance team with the tools behind our success! They Can Be… View Details
AME Attends the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show Dec 11, 2024 Big thanks to everyone who stopped to chat, reconnect, and snap a photo with us. We’re so grateful for all the connections, old and… View Details
MPT + AME Host Maritime College Alumni Association South Florida Chapter’s Very First Event Dec 11, 2024 Excited to announce the launch of the new Maritime College Alumni Association chapter here in South Florida! As interim President, Rich Merhige is eager… View Details
Customer Testimonial: Building Trust with Phoenix Marine LLC Sep 24, 2024 Here’s how one of our customers has consistently met their service goals since partnering with AME in 2022. Read on to find out why they… View Details
AME Sponsors the Circle of Wise Women’s Annual Rose Soiree Sep 23, 2024 AME sponsored the Circle of Wise Women’s Annual Rose Soiree in mid-September. The event featured Women in Wisdom/WOW honoree Ginny Miller, mother of Traci… View Details
AME Featured in Southern Boatings’ August Issue Sep 23, 2024 Learn the importance of proper shaft alignment in marine vessels in Southern Boating’s August 2024 issue, where we share how our expertise can prevent… View Details
Final Thought: The Power of FARO Laser Tracker Diagnostics Sep 23, 2024 The FARO Laser Tracker system revolutionizes vessel maintenance diagnostics by significantly reducing inspection times—by up to 75%. This portable system streamlines the measurement process,… View Details
A Day to Remember at PEA’s 1st Annual Board Member Retreat Sep 23, 2024 Port Everglades Association (PEA) board member Rich was invited to the first Annual Board Retreat in September. Members were encouraged to bring their significant… View Details
AME Attends McAllister Towing Customer Appreciation Party Sep 18, 2024 The AME team was truly inspired at the McAllister Towing Customer Appreciation party held at the beautifully renovated Seafarers’ House at Port Everglades. It… View Details
AME’s Summer Event at Top Golf Pompano Sep 18, 2024 What an incredible night we had at AME’s summer team-building event at Top Golf Pompano! The night was a success filled with laughter, top… View Details
AME is Sponsoring SFMA Women in Manufacturing Fireside Chat with Lisa Lutoff-Perlo Sep 18, 2024 AME is a proud sponsor of SFMA’s Women in Manufacturing Women Speaker Series with Lisa Lutoff-Perlo, President and CEO of FIFA World Cup 2026 and Former… View Details
AME Featured in Maritime Executives’ May/June issue Sep 18, 2024 We’re excited to share we were featured in Maritime Executives’ May/June issue, “One Knot at a Time” by Pat Zeitler. The article explores the… View Details
Marine News: AME and Naval Architect Shawn Henderson’s Partnership on Government Vessel Refabrication Sep 18, 2024 Shawn Henderson, Naval Architect, P.E. Henderson & Associates, PLLC (H&A), reached out to AME after recognizing our expertise in welding, seeking our services to bring one… View Details
Industrial News: AME’s Use of FARO Vantage for Diagnosing Crane Wheel Bearing Failures Sep 18, 2024 At AME we pride ourselves in leveraging advanced tools like the FARO Technologies Vantage to address complex technical challenges. In collaboration with a consulting… View Details
JA Sea the World’s AR Initiative and Volunteer Opportunities Sep 18, 2024 We’re so excited to support Junior Achievement of South Florida Marine Industry Storefront, JA Sea the World as they launch their new Career Exploration… View Details
Final Thought: Detect Structural Weaknesses with Motion Amplification Jun 18, 2024 Motion Amplification (MA) is a groundbreaking technology that has revolutionized the field of vibration analysis and troubleshooting by providing a powerful tool to detect… View Details
Engineering News: Cannot Be Explained – Scientists Unveil Revolutionary SS-H2 Steel Jun 18, 2024 Scientists have developed a groundbreaking stainless steel for hydrogen production, SS-H2, which offers superior corrosion resistance and cost-effectiveness compared to Titanium. Read more about… View Details
Marine News: Detecting misalignment on a colossal 750 ft Navy Vessel Jun 18, 2024 During a recent trip to Portland, Oregon, we conducted a laser alignment assessment of the port and starboard electric motors to their respective PTOs… View Details
Industrial News: Addressing Vibration Challenges at the Cement Plant: Comprehensive Analysis and Solutions Jun 18, 2024 We recently conducted a comprehensive visit to a cement plant to address ongoing vibration issues. The ball mill motor and gearbox have experienced several… View Details
Movers and Shakers Honored at Marine Industries Association of South Florida’s Annual Meeting and Awards Lunch Jun 18, 2024 The AME team had a fantastic time at the Marine Industries Association of South Florida’s (MIASF) Annual Meeting and Awards Lunch held at the… View Details
AME Turning Internships into Careers Jun 18, 2024 From summer intern to full-time field service engineer, we are excited to introduce a talented new team member: Devin! Devin is an FAU graduate… View Details
Memorable Moments from the Annual Pilots Night with the Propeller Club of Miami Jun 17, 2024 AME was a proud sponsor of the Propeller Club of Miami’s Annual Pilots Night at the Port of Miami, an event and organization we’ve… View Details
AME Turned 32 on May 2! Jun 17, 2024 On May 2, 2024 we toasted to an incredible milestone – 32 years since the inception of AME. Founded by SUNY Maritime Alumni Rich Merhige, … View Details
Exploring Motion Amplification Technology in Maritime: A Tech in Check Podcast Episode Jun 17, 2024 Check out this unique episode of Tech in Check, featuring a pre-recorded session from the SNAME Southeast section meeting we hosted in February. The… View Details
All Aboard the Plywood Regatta Fun! Jun 17, 2024 Day 1 of this year’s Annual Plywood Regatta, hosted by the Marine Industries Association of South Florida, was a blast! The AME team sponsored… View Details
Honoring The Men and Women Who Guard Our Waters: A Night with the U.S. Coast Guard and Marine Industry Leaders Jun 17, 2024 To those who protect our waters 24/7, 365… Advanced Mechanical Enterprises/AME and Maritime Professional Training proudly sponsored a table at the Tribute to the… View Details
Drew Offerdahl from Denison Yachting shares his experience with AME Jun 17, 2024 Thanks for the outstanding review, Drew! “AME surpassed expectations — excellent communication, showed up when they said they would, and delivered. We had “eccentric” rotation… View Details
Engineering News: ‘Chatty’ robot guide dog describes surroundings and answers users’ questions Mar 18, 2024 “Imagine a guide dog that not only helps blind and partially sighted people navigate indoor spaces, but also describes what it can see and… View Details
Marine News: Engine Mount Foundation Assessment: Ensuring Precision and Performance Mar 18, 2024 We recently performed a crucial maintenance task involving the main engines on both the port and starboard sides of a government vessel. The core… View Details
Industrial News: Ensuring Precision: Our Ongoing Commitment to Locomotive Excellence Mar 18, 2024 “Ever since 2013, when we added new locomotives to the fleet, AME has been our go-to for all alignment work. Our collaboration began almost… View Details
AME Sponsors The MIASF Annual Waterway Cleanup Mar 18, 2024 As the flag sponsor for this year’s MIASF waterway cleanup, we are beyond excited to have been a part of a movement that has… View Details
AME is an Annual Sponsor of Young Professionals in Yachting USA Mar 17, 2024 We’re proud to be an annual sponsor of YPY USA! We’re firmly dedicated to the maritime industry and strongly support the young professionals crafting… View Details
Christine Battles and the JA of South Florida Team Visit the USCG Miami Beach Base Mar 17, 2024 Captain Chris Cederholm recently toured Junior Achievement of South Florida to see the maritime storefront, Sea The World. The tables turned when he invited us… View Details
JA World Uncorked 2024 – Circle of Wise Women’s Signature Event Mar 17, 2024 The Circle of Wise Women’s Signature Event: JA World Uncorked 2024 was unforgettable. There were nearly 800 people, all dressed to the nines, celebrating… View Details
AME Hosts SNAME’s Southeast Section Mar 17, 2024 This Pi Day, March 14th, was extra special for us as we had the honor of hosting the quarterly meeting for SNAME at our… View Details
New Tech In Check podcast episode – Regal Rexnord Mar 17, 2024 New Tech In Check podcast episode is out now! In this episode, industry expert Bob Lennon, Regal Rexnord, and Rich Merhige, AME President, dissect… View Details
New Year at AME Mar 17, 2024 AME rang in the new year with our Annual Team Meeting! We reviewed our core values, our 2023 accomplishments and shared our goals for… View Details
AME Brings Onboard New Operations Manager, Paul Savage Mar 17, 2024 We’re excited to announce the hire of our new Operations Manager, Mr. Paul Savage! With over 30 years of leadership, project management, and predictive… View Details
JA World Uncorked – Circle of Wise Women’s Signature Event Dec 19, 2023 Kick off the new year 2024 with the most interactive, influential, and impactful event of the year… Do you or your organization have a… View Details
Junior Achievement of South Florida’s Pre-Apprentice Program Empowers the Future of the Maritime World Dec 19, 2023 We’re so excited about the momentum Junior Achievement of South Florida is making with its pre-apprentice program. At AME, we are committed to investing… View Details
Engineering News: Canine Einsteins: Unveiling the Genius of Toy-Savvy Dogs Dec 18, 2023 Researchers have discovered a rare talent in some dogs to learn and remember names of numerous toys, often acquired spontaneously. The study, involving a… View Details
New Tech In Check Podcast: Discover the Future of Motion Amplification with RDI Technologies Inc Dec 18, 2023 Join us as we dive into the groundbreaking world of motion amplification with Cory Burns from RDI Technologies Inc. Explore their pioneering invention from… View Details
AME Sponsors Propeller Club of Miami’s Coast Guard Night and Engages with Keynote Speaker and Response Boats in Support of U.S. Coast Guard Dec 18, 2023 AME proudly sponsored the Propeller Club of Miami’s Coast Guard Night this winter. It was an honor to hear from the keynote speaker, Captain… View Details
Testimonial, Amie Nappi, Marine Max Dec 18, 2023 Thank you, Amie, for your glowing review!…..”AME truly stands out in its field and has become the data experts in the industry. They work… View Details
AMES at FLIBS23: A Week of Networking, Laughter, and Memory-Making on the Docks Dec 18, 2023 What a boat show season it’s been! Our AME team walked all over the docks at FLIBS 2023, chatting with customers and vendors. Lunches were had,… View Details
3D Survey Reveals Vessel Deformations Post-Grounding Dec 18, 2023 We recently performed a 3-D Geometric survey of individually staged Z-Drive Components as well as port and starboard mating flanges on the hull of… View Details
Precision Laser Alignment Achieves Impeccable Results for Local Port’s Cranes and Motors Dec 18, 2023 Our team recently visited a local port to perform a precision laser alignment on cranes and motors. Using our laser alignment system, we successfully… View Details
Mobius Connect Webinar – Unlocking the Possibilities of 3D Measurement – Tony Planamento Dec 18, 2023 As the demand for automated processes increases, so does the need for quick, reliable, and low-cost solutions to keep machinery constantly running. Check out… View Details
Building Strong Connections At The 2023 International Workboat Show Dec 18, 2023 We wrapped up another successful International Workboat Show! Connecting with incredible people in the commercial maritime industry is always a highlight. We’re grateful for the… View Details
AME Team Celebrates a Year of Success at the Riverside Hotel Dec 18, 2023 The AME team had the best time at its Christmas Party at the Riverside Hotel, celebrating a year of amazing accomplishments! Everyone was at… View Details
27th Annual International Golden Compass Award – Seafarer’s House Sep 27, 2023 AME’s Rich Merhige and Christine Battles attended the 27th Annual International Golden Compass Award put together by Seafarer’s House. They had some awesome surprises, silent and live… View Details
Circle of Wise Women’s Rosee Soiree 2023 Sep 27, 2023 What an incredible night at the Circle of Wise Women Rose Soiree! Every year this event celebrates women who go beyond their duties to help move… View Details
AME’s Christine Battles Co-Chairs Circle Of Wise Women Signature Event, JA World Uncorked Sep 25, 2023 SAVE THE DATE – Saturday, January 27, 2024 – The ultimate night of FUN and philanthropy! Circle Of Wise Women Signature Event, JA World Uncorked,… View Details
AME Service Team Receives Chockfast Training Sep 25, 2023 We’re excited to announce that several of AME’s service team members are now certified to apply chockfast for our projects! It may seem like… View Details
New School Year Starts at Junior Achievement of South Florida Sep 25, 2023 As the new school year starts at Junior Achievement of South Florida, we are so excited to see kids return to the JA Marine… View Details
Engineering News: Harvesting Water From Desert Air: MIT’s Revolutionary Superabsorbent Hydrogel Sep 18, 2023 MIT engineers have created a superabsorbent hydrogel with lithium chloride that can soak up a lot of moisture, even in dry deserts. This material… View Details
Congratulations, Mackenzie! Sep 18, 2023 AME Team Member, Mackenzie, just got promoted to Jr. Field Service Technician! She’s come along way since she first joined the team in 2019.… View Details
Marine News: AME’s Field Service Engineers recently conducted a 3-D geometric survey on a tugboat Sep 18, 2023 AME’s Field Service Engineers recently conducted a 3-D geometric survey on a tugboat that recently experienced a grounding. The purpose of the survey was to… View Details
Industrial News: AME Identifies the root cause of vibration on a grinder at a local plant Sep 18, 2023 On a recent visit to one of our regular customers’ plant, we performed a Dynamic Balancing of the grinder, as they were experiencing vibration… View Details
AME Welcomes Field Service Technician TY! Sep 18, 2023 AME extends a warm welcome to field service technician Ty, a valuable addition to our team, bringing his expertise and dedication to our projects. We’re… View Details
AME 2nd Annual Tshirt Contest Sep 18, 2023 As we approach boat show season, we are excitedly preparing for our annual AME t-shirts! Starting last year, we transformed it into a team… View Details
AME: Celebrating 2023 Summer Team Members Sep 18, 2023 This summer AME, had not one, but two new faces join the AME team, Devin & Jake. FAU Ocean Engineering Intern Devin spent his summer… View Details
AME is proud to sponsor the Atlantic R2R rowing team Sep 17, 2023 AME is proud to sponsor the Atlantic R2R rowing team, who are embarking on an expedition. The team will row unaided for an astounding… View Details
AME Sponsors SFMA’s 44th Recognition of Excellence Ceremony Sep 17, 2023 AME proudly sponsored SFMA’s 44th Recognition of Excellence Ceremony as the dessert sponsor. Congratulations to this year’s esteemed Employee of the Year Award winners. The… View Details
TECH IN CHECK PODCAST EPISODE: Cory Burns – RDI Technologies Sep 17, 2023 Coming soon…Get ready for an innovative, packed episode of Tech In Check! Join us as we dive into the groundbreaking world of motion amplification… View Details
Engineering FunFact: Did you know? Jun 26, 2023 In 1901, the Spanish engineer Leonar do Torres-Quevedo was responsible for the earliest developments in the remote control with his Telekine that was able… View Details
We’re hiring! Jun 26, 2023 WE’RE HIRING: We’re looking for Field Service Technicians/Mechanics and Field Service Engineers, Welders/Fabricators to be a part of our dream team! We hire for… View Details
Final Thought: Monitor Your Welding Using Precision Alignment To Avoid Misalignment Jun 26, 2023 AME offers precision alignment and machinery repairs. Our controlled welding maintains tolerances in the thousandths of an inch, crucial for rotating equipment. Uncontrolled welding… View Details
Industrial News: Periodic Vibration Survey at a Major Waste Facility Jun 26, 2023 We’ve recently completed a periodic vibration survey on some essential machinery at a waste facility, and the results are in! Our analysis revealed some… View Details
Marine News: Using The Faro Laser To Monitor Line Boring Jun 26, 2023 For this project, we utilized the FARO to measure the entire driveline. Then, we positioned the line boring bars to align with the optimal… View Details
SFMA Recognition Ceremony 2023 Jun 26, 2023 Last week, the SFMA celebrated their 44th Recognition of Excellence Ceremony, recognizing the 2023 Employee of the Year and Manufacturers of the Year finalists.… View Details
AME Sponsors the 21st Annual Freshwater Classic Hosted By Eastern Shipbuilding Jun 26, 2023 We are thrilled to announce that AME was a proud sponsor of the 21st Annual Freshwater Classic hosted by Eastern Shipbuilding! It is with… View Details
The Triton Expo – Spring 2023 Jun 26, 2023 AME put their best foot forward at this year’s Triton Expo! Indoors and outdoors, there was a yachtie wonderland of games, grub, and prizes… View Details
PALM BEACH INTERNATIONAL BOAT SHOW 2023 (PBIBS 2023) Jun 26, 2023 The AME team rocked the docks at this year’s PBIBS, making moves with some familiar and well-loved faces! Who says work can’t be fun? The spectacular… View Details
New Technology: FARO FOCUS Jun 25, 2023 NEW PRODUCT ALERT – We’re thrilled to announce the latest addition to our product roster – the FARO FOCUS LASER SCANNER! This dynamic equipment… View Details
AME Summer 2023 Intern – Devin Kane Jun 21, 2023 Introducing Devin Kane, the AME Summer Intern sensation! Each year, AME offers a limited number of coveted summer internships to college students who have… View Details
FAU Field Trip At Lauderdale Marine Center Jun 21, 2023 FAU students recently received a behind-the-scenes pass to explore marine industry dreamland! They took an educational journey through our Safe Harbor Lauderdale Marine Center… View Details
TECH IN CHECK PODCAST EPISODE: Paul Pedersen – Goltens Worldwide Jun 21, 2023 In the latest episode of Tech In Check, we sat down with Paul Pedersen, the Managing Director of Goltens Miami & Houston, to talk… View Details
Engineering News: MIT Breakthrough: How To Efficiently Remove Carbon Dioxide From the Ocean Mar 28, 2023 In a groundbreaking study, scientists have unveiled an innovative approach to removing carbon dioxide from our oceans. This method could be utilized by vessels… View Details
Final Thought: Breaking The Barrier – 3D Measurement, Imaging, and Realization Solutions For Machinery Mar 28, 2023 3D measurement, imaging, and realization solutions offer many advantages for machinery maintenance and quality control. Through cost savings, accuracy, and speed, 3D solutions bridge… View Details
Industrial News: Replacing a mechanical seal for a local gas distributor Mar 28, 2023 Our team of mechanical technicians worked hard to replace a leaking mechanical seal for a local gas distributor. We removed the old seal and cleaned… View Details
Marine News: Running Gear Service After a Mishap Mar 28, 2023 We recently completed a running gear service trip for a yacht that had, unfortunately, ran aground. We performed numerous services, including completing an alignment assessment,… View Details
AME Joins ISS! Mar 2, 2023 We’re proud to announce that we have joined the International Superyacht Society! We are so excited to join an organization that works collectively to strengthen… View Details
ISS Networker at The Frost Museum Feb 22, 2023 AME attended an ISS networking event at the FROST museum. The setting was beautiful with a stunning view of the Miami skyline and marine life… View Details
Celebrating the US Coast Guard: An Honor to Sponsor Annual Miami Beach USCG Base Event Feb 20, 2023 We were thrilled to join the Miami Propeller Club in showing our appreciation for the incredible men and women of the US Coast Guard… View Details
Tech In Check Podcast Episode: Rich Merhige & Tony Planamento – Condition Monitoring Feb 20, 2023 Listen up, maintenance professionals! If you’re feeling out of touch with your vibrations analysis game, then this podcast episode of Tech In Check is… View Details
Students at Junior Achievement of South Florida are embarking on a new voyage of discovery! Feb 8, 2023 JA Sea The World Marine Industry Storefront’s latest installation is here, and it looks incredible… We installed a 3D life-like container ship to represent all… View Details
Tech In Check Podcast Episode: Chris Wright – Hill Robinson Feb 1, 2023 In this episode, Rich Merhige is joined by Chris Wright with Hill Robinson. Learn how Chris got into the maritime industry and how he… View Details
AME’s Spaghetti Marshmallow Tower Challenge! Jan 3, 2023 In Januray, the team at AME rang in the new year in an exciting way, with a special get-together that was all about embracing… View Details
A 225m tanker wiped a stern tube bearing due to an engine misalignment. Dec 19, 2022 A 225m tanker wiped a stern tube bearing due to an engine misalignment. The solution was to line bore the stern tube. AME was… View Details
AME performs a 3-D Geometric survey of individually staged Formed Suction Intake (FSI) and Discharge Column at a local water treatment facility. Dec 19, 2022 A local south Florida water treatment facility ordered new pumps/piping. It’s original fabricator’s deliverables were significantly off from the pump manufacturer’s drawings. Our customer,… View Details
AME Team Sails Down the Intercoastal for the 2022 Winterfest Boat Parade! Dec 19, 2022 AME was thrilled to participate in the 2022 Winterfest, Inc. Boat Parade as a special part of our annual staff Holiday Party and the continuing celebration… View Details
Condition Monitoring Program Picks Up Misalignment Sep 27, 2022 AME developed and built a condition monitoring program for a local water management facility with 270 pumps and 66 stations. During our most recent visit,… View Details
AME Troubleshoots The Root Cause of Vibration and Pipe Resonance Sep 27, 2022 A cargo ship was experiencing a recurring pipe failure on one of its chillers. AME was called out to troubleshoot the root cause of… View Details
AME Attends MIASF’s August Monthly Mixer Sep 22, 2022 AME had a great time catching up with industry friends in August during Marine Industries Association of South Florida’s Monthly Mixer. We heard a… View Details
AME Attends The Miami Beach Chamber of Commerce Marine Council networker Sep 22, 2022 AME had a fantastic time catching up with industry colleagues at the Miami Beach Chamber of Commerce networker in early September! The new Marine… View Details
AME Sponsors 2022 Rosé Soirée Sep 22, 2022 AME sponsored this year’s JA and Circle of Wise Women’s Rosé Soirée! The evening was a sea of pink, and $110K was raised for Junior… View Details
Palm Beach Boat Show 2022 Jun 22, 2022 The AME team had a fantastic time reconnecting with industry friends and walking the docks in March. We wrapped up the day at YATCO’s Social… View Details
SFMA WIM’s 2022 Speaker Series with Rita Case Jun 22, 2022 The Women in Manufacturing Committee (WIM) of the South Florida Manufacturers Association (SFMA), the region’s leading resource for manufacturing companies, held a panel discussion… View Details
New Equipment Alert! Faro Laser Jun 22, 2022 New equipment alert! AME recently added a Faro Laser Tracker to its arsenal of advanced technologies. The Faro laser tracker allows us to perform… View Details
Dice fly at The Triton Expo Jun 22, 2022 Dice fly when you’re having fun! The Triton Expo in May was a blast- It was great to see the smiling faces of industry… View Details
AME was recently called to determine the cause of abnormal noise on a 253′ yacht Jun 22, 2022 AME was recently called to determine the cause of abnormal noise on a 253′ yacht. To investigate, AME performed a precision laser alignment assessment… View Details
3-D geometric survey on a pump using the FARO laser Jun 22, 2022 A pump station is going through overhauls which means all pumps and engines are being rebuilt. Upon disassembly of one of their pumps, a… View Details
3-D geometric survey on a pump using the FARO laser Jun 22, 2022 A pump station is going through overhauls which means all pumps and engines are being rebuilt. Upon disassembly of one of their pumps, a… View Details
Meet AME’s Interns for Summer 2022 Jun 8, 2022 AME welcomed three interns, Ivan, Omar, and Jordan, this Summer! During their time at AME, the interns will get an inside look at day-to-day… View Details
Winterfest Black Tie Ball Dec 4, 2021 Fort Lauderdale kicked off the Holiday Season this past Saturday at the Seminole Hard Rock Winterfest Boat Parade. Winterfest gathers the South Florida community… View Details
AME Takes On Nola for the 2021 International Workboat Show Dec 4, 2021 The International Workboat Show is the perfect opportunity to come together with commercial vessel owners, operators, and builders, as well as the vendors and… View Details
AME Co-Sponsors Lauderdale Marine Center’s Crew Party Oct 15, 2021 AME sponsored Lauderdale Marine Center – LMC’s Crew Party in October, alongside Ward’s Marine Electric and DeAngelo Marine Exhaust, Inc. The night was action-packed… View Details
AME Adds Propspeed To It’s Machinery Services Portfolio Sep 13, 2021 AME has expanded its service portfolio to help clients protect against corrosion with Propspeed. Propspeed is the best foul-release coating in the industry! A… View Details
AME Sponsors MIASF Monthly Member Connect Aug 20, 2021 AME sponsored Marine Industries Association of South Florida’s Monthly Member Connect! During the networker, a panel discussion was moderated by Phil Purcell with MIASF,… View Details
AME Investigates Excessive Vibration on an Industrial Grinder Jul 29, 2021 AME was called to investigate the excessive vibration on a malfunctioning industrial grinder. After completing a vibration analysis to diagnose the problem, we aligned… View Details
Motor Installation + Laser Alignment of Gearbox and Pumps Dec 24, 2020 AME was recently contracted by an industrial engineering management company to replace three existing electric motors and perform a precision laser alignment to the… View Details
AME + Maritime Professional Training/MPT – Dec 24, 2020 In November, AME and Maritime Professional Training/MPT hosted the “Maintenance Management with Condition Monitoring” seminar presented by AME President Rich Merhige. The educational class… View Details
FLIBS 2020 Nov 2, 2020 Cheers to us that work in the Marine Industry. We are lucky to be in such an exciting & vital industry while also working… View Details
AME + Junior Achievement of South Florida – Port Everglades Director, Jonathan Daniel Oct 14, 2020 AME and Junior Achievement of South Florida gave the new Port Everglades Director, Jonathan Daniels, a tour of the impressive JA learning facility in… View Details
Virtual Field Trip – Atlantic Technical College Jun 23, 2020 *Photos were taken in 2018* In late May, the AME team presented a virtual field trip to a group of machining students at Atlantic… View Details
Overheating on a 125′ Motor Yacht Jun 23, 2020 A 125’ motor yacht was experiencing overheating problems with their exhaust system. To remedy the situation, a local exhaust company engineered a new cooling… View Details
Vibration Analysis on Turbine Pump – Martin Country, Florida Jun 10, 2020 AME headed to Martin County earlier this week to perform a vibration analysis on an overhauled two-part turbine pump. The customer was experiencing a… View Details
Vibration Analysis On A Turbine Pump Jun 10, 2020 AME headed to Martin County earlier this week to perform a vibration analysis on an overhauled two-part turbine pump. The customer was experiencing a… View Details
Propeller Maintenance Jun 8, 2020 Proper propeller maintenance is crucial to these vital components of propulsion systems. Even without visible damage, propellers should regularly be inspected. Two-plane dynamic balancing… View Details
AME 2020 Summer Interns Jun 4, 2020 AME has just welcomed Robert James(pictured left) and Conrad Weis (pictured right) as AME’s 2020 summer interns. Over the next couple of months, they… View Details
Alignment on a 231′ Motor yacht Jun 2, 2020 A 231′ Benetti was undergoing its 20-year survey and reached out to AME to take geometric hull deflection readings while major hull modifications were… View Details
AC vs. DC Motors May 20, 2020 Are you familiar with the difference between AC and DC motors? Whether AC or DC, testing motors is critical to ensure they’re working at… View Details
AME Partners with YOT Bar & Kitchen Apr 15, 2020 AME partnered with Lauderdale Marine Center, Cheoy Lee Yachts, Engineered Yacht Solutions, Silver Lining Inflight Catering, Northrop & Johnson, and Foster’s Yacht Services to help… View Details
Keep your essential business up and running Apr 13, 2020 Keep your essential business up and running while simultaneously preventing machinery breakdowns. By performing condition monitoring tasks, machinery operators can make data-driven decisions to… View Details
Predictive maintenance helps prevent failures Apr 9, 2020 Predictive maintenance helps prevent failures by predicting the future performance of your machinery through in-depth analysis. It’s essential to have your machinery regularly surveyed… View Details
Don’t get hauled without doing a vibration analysis first Apr 8, 2020 Don’t get hauled without doing a vibration analysis first. Vibration readings can pinpoint machine’s faults to help determine the correct course of action to… View Details
Maritime Classification and AME Apr 6, 2020 Maritime classification has high standards to ensure maritime safety. AME has the highest standards out there and is even a certified recognized external specialist… View Details
Condition Monitoring Is Machinery’s Telehealth Apr 1, 2020 AME is a solutions-oriented business and is ready to solve your problems. With the ever-changing circumstances of the COVID-19 pandemic, one silver-lining is telehealth.… View Details
Heat and Equipment Failure – Infrared Thermography Mar 31, 2020 Equipment failure is often followed by increased heat in various parts of a machine. If the heat is detected early, the condition of the… View Details
The Maritime Executive – IN THE KNOW Podcast 13 – Restoring America’s Sealift Capability Mar 25, 2020 Listen to The Maritime Executive Magazine’s latest podcast episode on new solutions to strengthen the U.S government-owned sealift fleet.’ Listen here View Details
Running Gear Service on Government Survey Vessel Mar 23, 2020 Vibration issues often stem from equipment becoming unbalanced or out of alignment. Recently AME was contracted by a government client to analyze and remedy… View Details
Improper balance may be the cause of increased vibration Feb 21, 2020 Experiencing increased vibration on one of your generators or fans? Improper balance may be the culprit and, if ignored, can result in costly and… View Details
AME IS HIRING! Feb 21, 2020 AME has immediate openings for field-based Technicians, Engineers & Experienced Mechanics who can provide our machinery services for marine and land-based projects. Have a… View Details
Miami Yacht Show 2020 Feb 21, 2020 Here’s a quick look at AME hitting the docks at the Miami Yacht Show in February. Up next is the Palm Beach International Boat… View Details
MOTION AMPLIFICATION – NEW AME SERVICE Jan 24, 2020 Seeing is believing – especially with motion amplification technology using AME’s newly acquired RDI Camera “Iris M”: – See vibration that can’t be heard… View Details
AME Annual Company & Safety Meeting 2020 Jan 3, 2020 AME rang in the new year with our Annual Company & Safety Meeting! The meeting is a great opportunity to re-affirm AME’s core values,… View Details
WISTA & JA of South Florida – Educate the Youth Dec 17, 2019 AME’s very own Christine Battles had two special opportunities to speak to students at New River Middle School & South Broward High School with… View Details
Running Gear Work on a 229′ Yacht Dec 17, 2019 A 229′ yacht reached out to AME about a contamination issue on an oil-lubricated stern tube. Our technicians mobilized and were able to perform service work… View Details
Alignment on Passenger Rail Dec 17, 2019 A major transit company reached out to AME for help with an alignment problem they were experiencing on one of their passenger rails. With… View Details
Line Boring on 156′ Trinity Dec 13, 2019 AMER recently performed a line boring job on a 156′ Trinity. Both struts were found lower than usual which affected the alignment of the shaft.… View Details
International Workboat Show/IWBS 2019 Dec 11, 2019 The International Workboat Show/IWBS 2019 was action-packed with AME making lots of new connections while also seeing several of our commercial marine industry friends! On… View Details
New River Middle & Junior Achievement of South Florida – Speaker Series Dec 11, 2019 Christine Battles, AME & Sean Smith, MIASF participated in New River Middle’s Speaker Series, a collaborative panel with Junior Achievement of South Florida. They… View Details
International Maintenance Conference/IMC Dec 11, 2019 AME & PRUFTECHNIK Group headed to Marco Island in early December for the International Maintenance Conference/IMC. The show brings together the brightest leaders in… View Details
Final Thought – Fall 2019 Dec 11, 2019 Tips to Increase Your Machinery’s Reliability Oil Analysis : detects early wear on machinery and contamination problems. Tests are very inexpensive and yield rapid… View Details
AME Hosts Lauderdale Marine Center/LMC Crew Party Nov 21, 2019 The AME team had a great time hosting Lauderdale Marine Center – LMC’s Crew Party on November 21st alongside RPM Diesel Engine Co & Streamline… View Details
XCELERATE19 Nov 14, 2019 AME attended Fluke Corporation’s Maintenance & Reliability Conference, XCELERATE with PRUFTECHNIK Group. Every year maintenance professionals gather in Bonita Springs, Florida to learn about… View Details
AME TEAM at FLUKE Xcelerate19 Nov 14, 2019 Check out the AME team at Fluke Corporation’s #Xcelerate19! Xcelerate19 is your source for maintenance and reliability training, innovation and education. Learn more Xcelerate View Details
Four Leading Ladies in the Marine Industry Educate South Florida Youth Nov 12, 2019 WISTA members, Anna Silva, Port Everglades, Lesley Karentz Buchanan, STAR Center, Christine Battles, Advanced Mechanical Enterprises/AME, and Rachel Kotkowski with Royal Carribean visited South Broward… View Details
Day 4 – Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show 2019 Nov 2, 2019 #FLIBS2019 is ending with a bang! AME hit the docks and visited the Superyacht Village at Pier 66 today! #AMEsolutions View Details
Day 3 – Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show 2019 Nov 1, 2019 Here’s a quick look at AME’s third day at the show – it was YACHTS of fun ! ?? ??BigBoatsAndICannotLie #FLIBS2019 #AMEsolutions View Details
Day 2 – Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show 2019 Oct 31, 2019 Finishing off day 2 strong at the #MIASF Annual Exhibitors Appreciation Party. Can’t believe we’re almost halfway done – time flies when you’re having fun! ??BigBoatsAndICannotLie… View Details
Day 1 – Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show 2019 Oct 30, 2019 Great first day at FLIBS – four more to go! Check out all of the fun photos below with amazing people in our dynamic… View Details
WISTA – Seafarers’ House Annual Shoebox Drive Oct 18, 2019 Christine & the ladies of WISTA/Women’s International Shipping and Trading Association, came together recently to participate in Seafarers’ House Annual Shoebox Drive. One hundred… View Details
AME Sponsors SFMA Annual Meeting & Dinner 2019 Oct 7, 2019 AME sponsored South Florida Manufacturers Association/SFMA’s Annual Meeting and Dinner in October where attendees learned about new exciting projects happening with the association in 2019-2020.… View Details
Municipal Customer – Reliability Problems Sep 24, 2019 Recently, a municipal customer was experiencing reliability problems on one of their large horizontal line shaft pumps. To improve reliability, major modifications were made… View Details
Propeller Club – Port of Miami Annual Coast Guard Night Sep 23, 2019 AME recently sponsored the Propeller Club – Port of Miami’s Annual Salute to The US Coast Guard. The team had an eventful night touring the… View Details
All-Test Pro – Florida Authorized Distributor Sep 23, 2019 Why test motors? Because motors, more of often then not, fail. Not all winding faults start as ground faults. Identifying motor faults before the motor… View Details
Condition-Based Monitoring Program for Major Shipping & Towing Company Sep 20, 2019 A major shipping and towing company looking to improve their vessel’s reliability reached out to AME. AME’s solution was to implement a machinery condition-based… View Details
AME Service Engineer – Level 1 Thermography Certification Sep 19, 2019 In August, one of AME’s service engineers, Kris McKee, obtained a Level 1 Thermography Certification from ITC/Infrared Thermal Center. The Level I Thermography Certification… View Details
Fluke Corporation acquires industrial reliability leader PRUFTECHNIK Sep 19, 2019 In July of 2019, Fluke Corporation anounced the aquisition of PRUFTECHINK – a world-renowned leader in precision laser shaft alignment, condition monitoring, and non-destructive… View Details
Virgin Trains Hosts SFMA Members Sep 11, 2019 Virgin Trains (formerly Brightline) hosted South Florida Manufacturers Association/SFMA members at their Miami-Dade station late August. The AME team spent the evening mingling with… View Details
Habitat for Humanity 2019 Sep 11, 2019 AME joined Marine Industries Association of South Florida/MIASF as a builder sponsor for Habitat for Humanity Broward. In August, AME installed all windows for… View Details
Joanna Visits PRUFTECHNIK in Laval, Quebec Jul 9, 2019 AME’s marketing coordinator, Joanna, visited the maple syrup capital, Quebec. During her stay, she stopped by PRUFTECHNIK’s North America office, where she joined the… View Details
Engineering Fun Fact Jun 27, 2019 By patterning mechanically human cells to thin layers of extracellular fibers, researchers can create bowls, coils, and ripples out of living tissue. The cells… View Details
Final Thought – Summer 2019 Jun 26, 2019 As Pruftechnik a representative we couldn’t be more proud to announce that the Optalign touch was awarded Plant Engineering’s Product of the Year Grand… View Details
Christine Battles Co-Chairs the Annual Rosé Soirée by JA Circle of Wise Women Jun 25, 2019 Our very own Christine Battles co-chaired the JA Circle of Wise Women 2019 Rosé Soirée along side LaurieAnne Minoff, Nancy Tanner and Julie WIlliamson-Bresset.… View Details
Vibration Analysis – Blowers Jun 14, 2019 AME recently traveled to Jacksonville Florida to take vibration readings of six blowers on two tempering lines at a glass tempering and manufacturing facility.… View Details
Motion Amplification – Fishing Vessel Jun 14, 2019 Earlier in April, one of our engineers flew out to Alaska to work one of the largest and most innovative fishing vessels built in… View Details
Turquoise Takeover Week 2019 Jun 14, 2019 During Turquoise Takeover week, Advanced Mechanical Enterprises observed National Women’s Lung Health Week by supporting the American Lung Association in turning TURQUOISE for lung… View Details
IYBA Yacht Engineering Seminar 2019 Jun 14, 2019 IYBA’s 5th Annual Yacht Engineering Seminar/YES was held on Tuesday, April 16th at Pier Sixty-Six Hotel & Marina. 10 speakers from different marine industry… View Details
Refit Show 2019 Jun 14, 2019 Joined this year by Pruftechnik Group – North America, AME had a jam packed two days of demos, classes, and networking with new and… View Details
Miami Yacht Show 2019 Jun 13, 2019 The AME team walked the docks at the IYBA Miami Yacht Show & Super Yacht Miami at Island Gardens Marina. Shout out to Informa… View Details
Introducing the New amesolutions.com Jun 6, 2019 When you’re an AME client, your experience with us is important. The same thing goes for our website. Redesigned, with you in mind, we… View Details
Ja Sea the World Unveiled Jun 5, 2019 On May 1st, the brand new Junior Achievement Marine Industry Storefront – SEA THE WORLD was unveiled. Founding members and guests gathered for this… View Details
Final Thought May 22, 2019 In a remote location or need help with your machinery after hours? With technology like the PRUFTECHNIK Vibscanner, we can walk you through data… View Details
IYBA Yacht Engineering Seminar 2019 May 22, 2019 IYBA’s 5th Annual Yacht Engineering Seminar/YES will be held on Tuesday, April 16th at Pier Sixty-Six Hotel & Marina. 10 speakers from different marine… View Details
MIASF Annual Plywood Regatta 2019 May 22, 2019 For the 12th year in a row, AME will mentor a student team at the MIASF/Marine Industries Association of South Florida’s Annual Plywood Regatta.… View Details
Refit International Exhibition & Conference May 22, 2019 Come join AME and PRUFTECHNIK at this year’s Refit International Exhibition & Conference at the Broward County Convention Center. AME president Rich Merhige will be presenting… View Details
MIASF Beach Waterway Cleanup 2019 May 22, 2019 AME participated in MIASF/ Marine Industries Association of South Florida’s Broward County Annual Beach Waterway Cleanup. We are proud to report that the New… View Details
AME Hosts Port Everglades Association/Pea Lucheon May 22, 2019 AME sponsored the Port Everglades Association/PEA luncheon early February at the Lauderdale Yacht Club where we sat alongside Commissioner Beam Furrand PEA President Rich Vogel. The… View Details
Major Alignment Job on a 154′ Yacht May 22, 2019 AME recently finished a major job on a 154′ Yacht. The port and starboard main engines were out of alignment and severely out of… View Details
Laser Alignment on a Train May 22, 2019 AME recently completed a job for a leading rail company. It consisted of a laser alignment of the generator that powers the train and… View Details
AME Advocates for the Younger Generation May 21, 2019 What started as a mission to expand our team, has turned into a passion for giving back to the youth of our community. With… View Details
What AME’s Up To May 21, 2019 What started as a mission to expand our team, has turned into a passion for giving back to the youth of our community. With… View Details
Condition Monitoring Technologies for Allianz Risk Consulting May 14, 2019 AME president Rich Merhige visited the Big Apple last week to discuss how condition monitoring can minimize risk for global insurance company, Allianz. Rich… View Details
MAJOR ALIGNMENT JOB ON A 154 YACHT Apr 16, 2019 The port and starboard main engines were out of alignment and severely out of tolerance of the coupling and mechanical components specifications. To correct… View Details
AME Advocates for the Younger Generation Apr 3, 2019 What started as a mission to expand our team, has turned into a passion for giving back to the youth of our community. With… View Details
IYBA Yacht Engineering Seminar 2019 Mar 19, 2019 IYBAs 5th Annual Yacht Engineering Seminar/YES will be held on Tuesday, April 16th at Pier Sixty-Six Hotel & Marina. 10 speakers from different marine… View Details