You Can Call Him Mr. Safety
Before he retired last week after 38 years at GE Aerospace, Glenn Culbertson focused relentlessly on safety in his job as a materials engineer. A deadly plane crash only renewed his dedication. Read about his remarkable career here.
On-Time Delivery
A GE Aerospace facility that repairs jet engines noticed that parts were arriving slowly, if at all. Read here how employees at Brazil’s Celma Overhaul and Repair Shop applied lean management to fix the problem.
Family Ties — Tripled
For almost 40 years, identical twins Laura Schreibeis and Lisa Kitko have called GE Aerospace their career home. What happens when you add a third family member to the mix? Read about it here.
The 5 Coolest Things on Earth ?
1. The secret language plants use when they’re in danger.
2. A new smart beehive can keep bees warm all winter long.
3. A yacht that converts and uses energy from the sun and the sea.
4. This cheap, recyclable plastic is made from superglue.
5. A hack to make photosynthesis more efficient.
— Quote of the Day —
“They’ve hired a really strong team of engineers in both quality and
materials applications engineering who have the needed combination of technical excellence and a passion for safety. I’m looking forward to them carrying it on.”
— Glenn Culbertson, consulting engineer, GE Aerospace (retired)
Quote: GE Reports. Images: GE Aerospace