KWS Engineering

KWS Engineering specializes in calculating, designing, and engineering running tracks and tennis courts. Led by Ken Schmidt, a civil engineer and licensed land surveyor with over 25 years of experience, the company provides comprehensive technical services for athletic facilities.

The firm offers detailed track calculations, having completed over 1,150 sets for track lane lines and event markings. These calculations can be delivered as survey files of coordinates or one-point setups. KWS Engineering produces CAD-generated drawings, with 625 completed drawings available in black and white or in specified paint colors. Design services range from basic schematics to complete design/build documents and construction specifications, encompassing more than 125 projects.

Track certification services include ASBA, NCAA, and IAAF Class 2 certification for length, event placement, and grade compliance. The company also conducts track inspections and project management, evaluating surface conditions, dimensional accuracy, slope compliance, and providing recommendations.

Ken Schmidt holds professional memberships in the American Society of Civil Engineers and the American Sports Builders Association (ASBA), where he serves as a professional member. He contributes to the industry through committee work on the ASBA Track Construction Manual and participation in efforts to standardize track certification requirements.