Business Details
30 Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Process Engineering Solutions
Creative Engineers has been at the forefront of chemical process engineering since 1996, specializing in alkali metals, specialty chemicals, and innovative process solutions. Our team of seasoned engineers brings decades of combined experience in designing, optimizing, and scaling complex chemical systems for industries ranging from nuclear energy to semiconductor manufacturing. We prioritize safety, sustainability, and technical excellence, delivering tailored solutions that meet rigorous client requirements. Our ISO 9001 certification underscores our commitment to quality management and continuous improvement.From pilot-scale development to full commercial implementation, we partner with clients to transform challenging concepts into operational realities. Our expertise extends to electromagnetic pump systems, fluoropolymer etching, and hazardous material handling, supported by in-house fabrication and welding capabilities. With a focus on client collaboration, we ensure projects align with technical, budgetary, and timeline objectives while maintaining compliance with international codes and standards.
Services
Process Engineering
Chemical Innovation
Fabrication
Alkali Metals Handling
Electromagnetic Pumps
Etching Systems
Custom Skid Packages
Pilot Plant Design
Decommissioning Services
Training Programs
Details
- Year established: 1996
Highlights and features
- We offer 40+ years of combined experience in alkali metal handling and process engineering.
- Our ISO 9001 certification ensures rigorous quality management standards.
- We deliver end-to-end solutions from bench-scale to commercial implementation.
- Our proprietary electromagnetic pump technology enables safe liquid metal handling.
- We maintain ASME and AWS-certified welding capabilities for high-purity systems.
Associations and certifications
- ISO 9001
Services
Process Engineering
Our process engineering services specialize in designing and optimizing chemical systems for reactive materials. We provide detailed process flow diagrams, mass and energy balances, and piping instrumentation for industries requiring high-purity environments. Our team ensures compliance with international codes while addressing client-specific challenges in scaling operations.
Chemical Innovation
We develop cutting-edge chemical processes from bench-scale to commercial implementation. Our innovation lab focuses on alkali metals and specialty alloys, creating solutions for nuclear reactors, semiconductor manufacturing, and pharmaceutical applications. We emphasize scalability, safety, and environmental compliance in all research-driven projects.
Fabrication
Our ASME-certified fabrication shop produces high-purity stainless steel and exotic metal systems. Capabilities include TIG welding, sanitary tubing, and custom skid packages for chemical processing. We maintain strict quality control to meet FDA and industry-specific standards for critical applications.
Alkali Metals Handling
We specialize in sodium, potassium, and NaK alloy systems with proprietary electromagnetic pump technology. Our engineers design safe handling solutions for liquid metal applications in nuclear research and industrial settings, including passivation and decommissioning protocols.
Custom Skid Packages
We design and build integrated skid-mounted chemical processing systems for rapid deployment. These modular units include instrumentation, pumps, and safety systems pre-assembled for easy installation. Applications range from etching systems to high-purity blending operations.
People
Richard VanLieshout
President
With 40+ years in chemical engineering, Richard leads Creative Engineers' strategic direction. He holds a BS in Mechanical Engineering and an MBA, specializing in process optimization and hazardous material handling.
Kevin Berry
Founder
A registered PE with 50+ years of experience, Kevin pioneered alkali metal handling solutions. He holds a BS in Chemical Engineering from the University of Pittsburgh and specializes in sodium/potassium systems.
Alex VanLieshout
Vice President
Alex manages business operations and process engineering projects. With a BS in Mechanical Engineering from NC State, he focuses on 3D modeling and next-generation chemical system design.
Jared Gordon
Engineering Manager
A registered PE with 10 years in chemical processing, Jared oversees project execution. He holds a BS from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute and specializes in commissioning and EH&S compliance.
Jason Wenschhof
Plant Manager
With 25+ years in fabrication management, Jason leads our manufacturing operations. He holds a mechanical skills certificate from Penn State and specializes in high-purity system construction.
Questions
What industries do Creative Engineers serve?
We serve nuclear energy, semiconductor manufacturing, pharmaceuticals, specialty chemicals, and environmental remediation industries requiring reactive material handling.
Do you handle international projects?
Yes, we've completed projects in Asia and North America, including facility relocations and cross-border technical transfers.
What safety certifications do you maintain?
We hold ISO 9001 certification and maintain ASME Section 8 and AWS D1.6 welding certifications for high-purity systems.
Can you assist with regulatory compliance?
Our team specializes in International Building and Fire Code compliance for alkali metal applications, including permitting assistance.
What fabrication capabilities do you offer?
We provide TIG welding, exotic metal fabrication (Hastelloy, Inconel, tantalum), sanitary tubing, and custom skid package assembly.
How do you handle hazardous material decommissioning?
We use proprietary superheated steam processes for safe sodium and NaK passivation, following EPA and OSHA guidelines for complete system decommissioning.
