Cleveland Clinic Global Leadership and Learning Institute
Beachwood, OH · Healthcare · Client: Cleveland Clinic
Project details
Comprehensive mechanical and electrical engineering design for the Cleveland Clinic facility.
Denk Associates, Inc.
Electrical Engineering and Interior lighting design.
About the firm
Founded in 1967 by Joseph F. Denk, Sr., Denk Associates, Inc. is a mechanical and electrical engineering consulting practice based in Cleveland, Ohio. Offering decades of engineering experience, it delivers comprehensive MEP engineering design, commissioning, and sustainable design services to architects, developers, and building owners on local and national scales. Its portfolio encompasses medical research facilities, hospitals, hotels, multifamily housing, university laboratories, and historic renovations, including several projects designed to meet LEED Platinum certification. By utilizing a dedicated project manager model where both mechanical and electrical project managers continuously review designs from concept to construction completion, it builds long-term collaborative partnerships.
- Established
- 1967
- Team
- Small
- Firm type
- MEP · Electrical Engineering · Mechanical Engineering
People
Michael T. DenkPrincipal
R. Scott SustarPrincipal
Robert P. SotockProject Engineer
Joshua E. SilvaroliMechanical Engineer
Carlo V VallettaMechanical Engineer
Steven C. StepakMechanical Designer
Megan G. DenkEngineer
Kimberly R. BartulovicElectrical CAD Technician
Thomas J. ElliottElectrical Engineer
Capabilities
Electrical Engineering
Service websiteProvides comprehensive design and engineering support for new construction, substantial renovation, and equipment replacement. Designs focus on building energy-efficient and economical systems backed by a broad project portfolio.
- Interior lighting design
- Exterior lighting design
- Building power distribution
- Nurse call and fire alarm
- Communication and IT systems
Mechanical Engineering
Service websiteDelivers HVAC, plumbing, and fire protection designs that balance long-term operational costs with initial capital expenditures. The practice integrates time-tested methods with emerging building technologies to ensure functional, complementary layouts.
- HVAC air distribution
- HVAC hydronic systems
- Plumbing domestic water
- Plumbing DWV systems
- Medical gas systems
- Fire protection systems
Commissioning
Service websiteVerifies that installed mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems meet or exceed design and operational benchmarks. The process extends from new construction validation to performance evaluations of existing buildings, yielding professional recommendations to improve efficiency.
- Independent system verification
- LEED commissioning
- System troubleshooting
- Existing system analysis
- Payback analysis
Sustainable Design
Service websiteApplies a holistic approach to address a building's overall environmental impact, operational efficiency, and longevity. Sustainable strategies are integrated into designs while remaining mindful of project budgets and expectations.
- USGBC LEED certification
- Enterprise Green Communities
- Energy modeling
- High-performance buildings
Industries
Healthcare · Education · Multifamily Residential · Commercial · Sports & Recreation · Historic Preservation
Projects
Cleveland Clinic Medina Hospital Boiler Plant
Medina, OH · Healthcare · Client: Cleveland Clinic
Project details
Modernization of the hospital's aging boiler plant with engineered systems and support.
Kent State Regional Academic Center
Twinsburg, OH · Education
Project details
MEP engineering design for the university academic facility.
Cleveland Clinic Independence Family Health Center
Independence, OH · Healthcare · Client: Cleveland Clinic
Project details
Engineering support for the family health center's expansion and ongoing updates.