W. Michael Reed

Biography

 Michael, who holds a BS degree in Mechanical Engineering, has more than 40 years of experience in equipment and plant design, process engineering and computer applications, including 11 years with KCA and previously 16 years with Aker Kvaerner Metals.  He has served as lead process engineer, engineering manager or project manager for a wide variety of gold and silver, copper and base metals processing facilities.  Mike has extensive experience with crushing and grinding systems, and is KCA’s comminution specialist.

Research Interest

    Mechanical engineering Solid modeling Product testing Project management Design control and documentation Regulatory compliance