Prein&Newhof

06/23/2026

Today, on International Women in Engineering Day, we're recognizing all the women across Prein&Newhof who work to strengthen communities throughout Michigan.

Their expertise and commitment are reflected in the projects they help bring to life and in the relationships built along the way. Their work makes a meaningful difference in the communities we serve, and we're grateful for the perspective and leadership they bring to our team.

To everywhere, thank you for helping shape a stronger future by seeing farther!

Learn more here: https://www.inwed.org.uk/

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06/16/2026

We're back with another edition of Shovel Ready Mythbusters! This time, Andy Troyanowski is setting the record straight on a common myth about the State of Michigan's Transportation Alternatives Program (TAP) funding. Along the way, he highlights a project example and shares a simple strategy that communities can use to build a stronger application.

Watch the video to learn more about TAP funding opportunities and how communities can position projects for success! ✅

06/15/2026

06/09/2026

Congratulations to our clients on receiving Project of the Year award recognition from the American Public Works Association Michigan Chapter for these outstanding projects:

🏆 Charter Township of Texas' Eagle & Crooked Lakes Flood Control Project, Governmental Cooperation ($1M-$5M) | Contractor: Balkema Excavating, Inc.
🏆 City of Muskegon's Comprehensive 2024 Infrastructure Renewal Project, Environment ($1M-$5M) | Contractor: Kamminga & Roodvoets, Inc.
🏆 City of Rockford's Garden Club Park Improvements, Historical Restoration (Less than $1M) | Contractor: Katerberg VerHage Inc.
🏆 Village of Augusta's Washington Street Bridge Replacement, Transportation ($1M-$5M) | Contractor: Davis Construction, Inc.
🏆 Allegan County Drain Commissioner & The City of the Village of Douglas, MI's Warnock Drain Ferry Street Culvert, Disaster/Emergency (Less than $1M) | Contractor: Randall G Meyer Excavating

These awards reflect the commitment of local leaders to investing in infrastructure that strengthens communities and improves quality of life. We are grateful for the opportunity to partner with you and the many contractors, agencies, and stakeholders who helped bring each project to life.

Thank you for allowing us to be part of these efforts, and a big congratulations on this well-deserved recognition! 👏

06/01/2026

Environmental consulting is about more than investigations and regulations. It's about understanding what lies beneath the surface and helping communities make informed decisions for the future.

In our newest blog, Geologist Jim Rinke shares the winding path that brought him from environmental geology to Antarctica, mining, brewing, and finally back home to Michigan. Along the way, he reflects on PFAS, the value of understanding our environment, and why helping people better understand their environment continues to drive his work today.

🔍 Take a few minutes to read Jim's story and learn more about the work our environmental consulting team is doing across Michigan:

By Jim Rinke At Prein&Newhof, environmental consulting focuses on helping clients understand what’s beneath the surface and what it means for the future of their projects and communities. That work is continuing to grow, and I’m grateful to now be part of a team that approaches complex environme...

05/26/2026

Across Michigan, communities are working to better understand and respond to PFAS contamination. Our environmental consulting team has been proud to support those efforts through investigation, sampling, reporting, and coordination with regulatory agencies.

At both Ford Airport IMT and Delta County Airport in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula, Prein&Newhof partnered with airport teams, the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy, and technical specialists from LimnoTech to continue multi-phase PFAS investigations tied to historical AFFF (aqueous film-forming foam) use. The work included groundwater and stormwater sampling, monitoring well installation, source tracking, data analysis, reporting, and long-term planning efforts aimed at better understanding how PFAS moves through the environment.

These projects reflect the broader work our environmental consulting team provides throughout Michigan, including environmental site assessments, groundwater investigations, remediation support, regulatory coordination, and PFAS-related services. Whether helping clients navigate emerging contaminants, understand site conditions, or plan next steps, our goal is to provide clear technical guidance that supports informed decisions and protects our communities and natural resources!

Learn more about our Environmental Consulting team here: https://www.preinnewhof.com/pn-services/environmental

Photo Credit: Prein&Newhof

05/19/2026

Big progress on Plainfield Charter Township’s South Rogue River Trail project this week as the new pedestrian bridge, funded by Kent County Parks, was successfully installed over the Rogue River and the road was reopened to the public!

The 175-foot prefabricated steel bridge from Contech Engineered Solutions now connects both paved sections of the trail, bringing the project one step closer to completion. With the bridge frame in place and concrete completed by Jelsema Concrete Construction, crews will now focus on restoration, plantings, and fencing along the corridor. When complete, the South Rogue River Trail will connect the White Pine Trail to the Rockford Trail, creating Plainfield Township’s first completed trail loop and expanding connections within the larger Grand River Greenway network (Downtown Grand Rapids Inc.) across West Michigan. The new trail will provide a safe, scenic route for walkers, runners, and cyclists while creating more opportunities for residents to enjoy the outdoors and stay active close to home.

Congratulations to Plainfield Charter Township on reaching this exciting milestone, and thank you to all the project partners, including the Kent County Road Commission and crews from Dan's Excavating Service, Inc. and The King Co., Inc., for helping bring this project to life!

Media Credits 🎬: Prein&Newhof

05/12/2026

🏆 Please join us in congratulating City of Muskegon, Kamminga & Roodvoets, Inc., Pipeline Plastics, LLC, Prein&Newhof, and Michigan Pipe & Valve on their MID 2025 HDPE Wastewater Project of the Year Award for the Southeast Regional Force Main Project 🏆

Every year The Plastics Pipe Institute recognizes member companies for success in innovative projects that showcase plastic piping systems with Project of the Year Awards for each division.

This project showcases how ⭐SMART⭐ pipe helps manage growing wastewater management requirements across the country. Lack of available wastewater treatment capacity has been a barrier for economic development in Muskegon County but the Southeast Regional Force Main was designed as a long-distance, large-diameter wastewater transmission system with emphasis on hydraulic efficiency, corrosion resistance, constructability, and long-term operational reliability to ease the pressure on existing facilities. The new 93,000-foot-long pipeline was constructed using PE4710 high-density polyethylene pipe in diameters ranging from 24 to 36 inches in diameter. HDPE pipe was selected as the primary force main material after evaluation of ductile iron and PVC alternatives.

Like, Comment, and Share to show your appreciation to these organizations for this outstanding project and click here to read the full PPI Project of the Year and Member of the Year press release: https://ow.ly/vX3850YYerS

2025 Project of the Year awards will be formally presented at the PPI 2026 Annual Meeting in Bonita Springs, FL next week.

05/04/2026

05/01/2026

From municipal systems to private wells, every water sample represents a question that needs a clear, reliable answer. Our Prein&Newhof Laboratory team works to provide accurate results and meaningful insight so clients can understand their water and make informed decisions with confidence. Check out our new video that highlights the work happening inside our laboratory and the role it plays in supporting public health, environmental protection, and the systems people rely on every day across Michigan!

💧 Read more on our blog: https://www.preinnewhof.com/understanding-whats-in-your-water-starts-here/

Don't forget: next week kicks off the American Water Works Association's Drinking Water Week! What better time to recognize the vital role water plays in our daily lives? Learn more about this annual event here: https://www.awwa.org/communications-and-outreach/drinking-water-week/