Since 1987
Malcolm PINTO Engineering Limited is an established structural engineering consulting practice having served national and international clients across government, public, and private sectors since 1987.
Over the years we have built significant confidence in our clients who have come to expect that PINTO will outperform benchmarks and deliver value on every project. Through the use of finite element design methods as well as BIM modeling, we have become known in the industry for economical solutions.
Our dedication to providing highly personalized attention to our clients is supported by our experienced and highly qualified team whose combined talents gives us the necessary expertise in every facet of structural consulting services.
Award-Winning Solutions
We are honored to be recognized by leading organizations for our commitment to quality, innovation, and client success.
2010 Nova Scotia Lieutenant Governor General’s Award for Engineering
This 20 storey, reinforced concrete multi-use structure located in the heart of downtown Halifax had its share of engineering challenges. Our structural designers created a three-dimensional model of the structure using finite element analysis software that included dynamic analysis. Structures with eccentric offsets like the Trillium are considered "irregular structures" and only a dynamic approach can lead to realistic estimates of the torque distributions resulting from earthquake loads. The Trillium won the 2010 Nova Scotia Lieutenant Governor General's Award for Engineering.
2004 Tilt-up Achievement Award
In 2004, a major renovation was completed for the Bedford Baptist Church in Bedford, NS, and B.D. Stevens Ltd., along with PINTO, was awarded the 2004 Tilt-up Achievement Award from the Tilt-up Concrete Association (TCA) as an outstanding example of tilt-up concrete construction. The irregular panel shapes presented a unique challenge in reinforcing the panels as well as lifting the panels into place.
What we Offer
Innovative structural designs, comprehensive forensic investigations, and precise project management engineered for durability and compliance.
30+ Years Of Experience
For over 30 years, PINTO has been serving the engineering needs of Nova Scotia, Canada, and beyond. We dedicate ourselves to meeting the needs of our clients in structural & civil design, project management, mediation & arbitration, and forensic investigation.
Commitment To Quality
PINTO is committed to providing our valued clients with the highest quality products and services. Our commitment to quality includes the development of our staff in their professional careers, keeping our organization firmly aligned with structural engineering standards.
State-Of-The-Art Technology
Our current application of technology utilizes advanced Finite Element Modelling (FEM) software packages such as ETABS, SAFE, RAM, and RISA. Every project integrates Building Information Modelling (BIM) via Autodesk's Revit Structure to optimize structural designs.
Dedication To Clients
Highly personalized services and detailed attention to our client's needs are hallmarks of PINTO Engineering. The personal involvement of our principal in every project, from preliminary concept to final field observations, ensures projects are delivered on schedule.
Our Affiliations
As a member of several industry governing bodies, we rigorously apply stringent standards and codes of conduct in doing business with our clients and abiding by our obligations to the general public.
