July 26 - Ingalls Shipbuilding - Huntington Ingalls Industries

Special DeliveryAft PVLS delivered for installation on Michael Monsoor (DDG 1001)U.S. Navy Lt. Stephen Blevins, DDG 1000program manager’s representative, andSteve Sloan DDG 1000 program manager,sign the DD 250 accepting delivery ofthe aft peripheral vertical launch systemfor Michael Monsoor (DDG 1001). Thesigning ceremony was also attended by,from left, Anthony Faggard, general shipsuperintendent; Zach Michini, SupShipproduction controller; D.R. Clark, shipsuperintendent; Jason Frioux, projectmanagement; and John Broderick, Aft PVLSProgram manager.A key component of the next Zumwaltclassguided missile destroyer will soondepart Pascagoula on its way to Bath, Maine.U.S. Navy Lt. Stephen Blevins, DDG1000 program manager’s representative,signed the DD 250 accepting delivery ofthe aft peripheral vertical launch system(PVLS) for Michael Monsoor (DDG 1001) onFriday, July 20.“I would like to thank HuntingtonIngalls Industries for all they’ve done tofinish this critical step in the completionof DDG 1001,” Blevins said.The PVLS built in Pascagoula is one ofseveral key components built by IngallsShipbuilding for the Zumwalt-classdestroyers. The design spreads out thepayload of missiles around the hull of theship, providing maximum survivabilitywhile protecting the crew.Ingalls’ Gulfport Composite Center ofExcellence also builds the composite hangerand deckhouse for the Zumwalt-class.“It took a lot of work by a lot of peopleto deliver this product,” DDG 1000Program Manager Steve Sloan said. “AftPVLS Program Manager John Broderickand his entire team did a fantastic jobon this system, and we appreciate thesupport from SupShip.”Ingalls Shipbuilding delivered the AftPVLS for Michael Monsoor’s sister shipZumwalt (DDG 1000) on Feb. 17.“Units 3160 and 3170 that make upthe Aft PVLS will be the first productsdelivered for DDG 1001,” said JasonFrioux, project management. “The buildprocess is challenging due to the uniquewelding requirements and the thickmaterials needed to ensure crew safety.The quality of the units is an outstandingtestament to the craftsmen’s skill anddedication.”To ensure the best quality for thisvital structure, Operations selectedexperienced welders, including manywho worked on the previous PVLS units.“The quality of workmanship in thestructural welding was impressive,”said Anthony Faggard, general shipsuperintendent responsible for the UnitConstruction and Outfitting Area. “Thecraft team and Ship’s Management led byship superintendent D.R. Clark workedreally well together, meeting a tightschedule to incorporate the latest designrevisions prior to shipment.”LHA 6 tags benefit March of DimesShipbuilders can show their patriotismand support a worthy cause. The LargeDeck Amphibious Program Office isselling metal decorative license platesfeaturing America (LHA 6) and the slogan,“Building America.” Proceeds from thesale will be donated to the March ofDimes, which works to prevent prematurebirths and birth defects. The plates are$10 each and can be displayed on yourcar or in your home. To order a tag,contact Bridget Hanser at (228) 935-6025,Cara Bishop at (228) 935-4493,or BrendaCarpenter at (228) 935-1606.

What’s Cookin’Craftsman of the month Chad Broadus, Test and Trials operator, lets his 7-year-old son Wyatt peer into one of the deep galley pots aboard Arlington(LPD 24) as Kari Wilkinson, LPD 24 program manager, opens the lid. To recognize outstanding employees working on Arlington, LPD 24 leadershipprovides tours to craftsmen of the month and their families.Stay WellHealthWaves Wellness Center offers much moreDon’t mind the sweat. It’s a small part of staying well.Ingalls employees shimmied to the beat while taking part in the Active forLife Fitness Challenge, sweating at stations of Zumba, KickFit, Steps, BootCamp and Pi-Yo, a combination of Pilates and Yoga.The challenge was the main event during the open house for theHealthWaves Wellness Center, when dozens of Shipbuilders visited SingingRiver Island Tuesday, July 24, to witness the transformation of the gym.The new name reflects a broader focus on overall wellness, according toJoni Goodman, HealthWaves Wellness Center program manager.“We are calling it the Wellness Center because it’s not just a gymanymore,” Goodman said. “Physical fitness is important, but it is only oneaspect of staying well and living a healthy, productive life. Our facilitynow offers many opportunities to promote a positive lifestyle change andfacilitate living well.”After touring the cardiovascular, strength and sports activity rooms,visitors took advantage of cholesterol, glucose and blood pressure checksand learned about health coaching and wellness classes that the facility nowoffers.More activities are planned for the Wellness Center in coming months,including a racquetball tournament in August, the Sept. 29 Ingalls 5K on theCauseway to benefit the Special Olympics, the breast cancer Zumbathon inOctober and the American Cancer Society’s Great American Smoke Out onNov. 15.Current members of the Fitcenter are now enrolled to enjoy theHealthWaves Wellness Center. If you are not a member and would like tojoin for a $10 monthly payroll withdrawal, contact the staff at (228) 935-3486.Cindy Coon, software development analyst,and other shipbuilders warm up for the FitnessChallenge at the HealthWaves Wellness Centeropen house on Tuesday, July 24.