Guadalupe Stewart
About Guadalupe Stewart
Guadalupe Stewart serves as the Lead of Drafting and Design for the Research and Development Team at Piping Technology & Products, Inc. US Bellows Division, where she has worked since 2012, focusing on fabric expansion joints and design automation.
Work at Piping Technology and Products
Guadalupe Stewart has served as the Lead of Drafting and Design in the Research and Development Team at Piping Technology & Products, Inc., specifically in the US Bellows Division, since 2012. Based in the Houston, Texas Area, Stewart has focused on enhancing product offerings through innovative design solutions. This role involves overseeing the drafting and design processes, ensuring that the team meets the technical requirements for various projects. Stewart's leadership has contributed to the development of advanced fabric expansion joints, addressing unique challenges within the industry.
Previous Experience at LB Industrial Systems
Prior to joining Piping Technology & Products, Guadalupe Stewart worked at LB Industrial Systems, L.L.C. from 2002 to 2009. During this seven-year tenure in the San Antonio, Texas Area, Stewart specialized in drafting and design. This experience laid the foundation for Stewart's expertise in creating detailed fabrication drawings and understanding the complexities of industrial design.
Education and Expertise
Guadalupe Stewart earned an Associate's degree in CAD/CADD Drafting and Design Technology from ITT Technical Institute-San Antonio, completing the program from 1993 to 1995. This formal education provided Stewart with the technical skills necessary for a successful career in drafting and design. Additionally, Stewart holds a High School Diploma from Blessed Sacrament Academy, which further supports the educational background in technical fields.
Contributions to Design Processes
In the role at Piping Technology and Products, Guadalupe Stewart has made significant contributions to the drafting department. Stewart played a key role in transitioning the team from AutoCAD to Inventor, which enhanced the efficiency of the design process. Furthermore, Stewart successfully implemented iLogic automation for 95% of the metallic expansion joint line, streamlining the design workflow. Additionally, Stewart contributed to the development of a comprehensive library of design blocks, improving resource accessibility for the drafting team.
Technical Skills in Fabrication Drawings
Guadalupe Stewart possesses extensive experience in creating full fabrication drawings for various types of expansion joints. This includes pressure balance joints, single and universal joints, and X-Flex designs. Stewart's technical skills ensure that all drawings meet industry standards and client specifications, contributing to the overall quality and reliability of the products developed by the team.