Archive – Category: 40th Anniversary

After 40 years, countless business changes, and as many different people involved, it’s easy to forget about the early days of a business. But those days formed the foundation of the Applied Engineering we all know today. As with any new company, the first handful of years were a major … Read More

“I grew up on a poor dirt farm in central North Dakota, but through hard work and education, I was able to turn those humble beginnings into a huge debt.” This is how Applied Engineering founder, Dwight Hinkel, succinctly describes his background. While tongue-in-cheek, Dwight is being honest about the … Read More

For us, turning 40 isn’t just about looking back and patting ourselves on the back for making it this far. It’s about recognizing what got us here, and using the lessons we’ve learned to move forward with confidence. Since 1986, Applied Engineering has built a reputation of combining consistency and … Read More