Henk Bakker
About Henk Bakker
Henk Bakker is a Senior Engineer in New Product Development at Emerson, with extensive experience in mechanical engineering and non-destructive testing.
Company
Henk Bakker currently works at Emerson in Ede as the Sr. Engineer of New Product Development. Emerson is a well-known multinational corporation that provides engineering services and solutions across various sectors. Bakker's role primarily focuses on the development and innovation of new products within the company.
Title
Henk Bakker holds the position of Sr. Engineer of New Product Development at Emerson. His role involves overseeing the development of new engineering products, implementing innovative solutions, and ensuring the quality and performance of new product lines.
Education and Expertise
Henk Bakker's educational background includes a diverse range of studies and certifications. He graduated from Ter Veen Lyceum Emmeloord after studying Gymnasium beta. Later, he pursued Non-Destructive Testing at HTS Utrecht, TUeV, and DAP Germany and earned UT, ET, and VT level 3 certificates. Additionally, he earned a Bachelor's degree in Non-Destructive Testing from Hogeschool Utrecht and another Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering from Hogeschool Zwolle. These qualifications have equipped him with a robust foundation in mechanical and engineering principles.
Professional Background
Henk Bakker has extensive experience in the engineering sector, having worked in various roles over the years. Between 2008 and 2010, he served as Hoofd Innovatie at MHB in Herveld, Provincie Gelderland. Prior to that, he worked for 15 years at NRG in Arnhem as a Project Manager. His career showcases a long history of dedication to engineering innovation and project management.
Achievements
Throughout his career, Henk Bakker has contributed significantly to the field of engineering. He has been involved in the recertification of a power pulse tank system for dust collectors and has worked on the design and certification of a patented booster valve series. Bakker developed a 3/2 solenoid valve capable of operating at -60 degrees Celsius and designed a patented under-pressure removable manual override for solenoid valves. He also co-designed a patented fire deluge valve and designed sour gas-resistant valves. Additionally, he co-developed the next generation of efficient 3/2 valves, utilizing simulation data to enhance mechanical structure, flow capacity, static and dynamic balance, and electromagnetic performance.