Michigan Contractor and Builder articles from February 2009

Michigan Contractor and Builder archives from February 2009

FTC&H Relocates.
February 2, 2009... Staff Fishbeck, Thompson, Carr & Huber, Inc. (FTC&H) -- a full-service civil engineering, environmental, architectural/engineering, and construction management firm -- has announced the relocation of its Lansing, MI, office to a new...

Shah Appointed To MSHFA.
February 2, 2009... Staff Somat Engineering, Inc. (Somat) -- a global, infrastructure engineering and consulting firm headquartered in Detroit, MI -- has announced that Jay Shah, P.E., vice president of Corporate Development, was recently appointed to the...

Two Pass Architectural Exam.
February 2, 2009... Staff C2AE, of Grand Rapids, MI, has announced that two members of its Landscape Architecture & Planning team have successfully passed the Landscape Architect Registration Examination (LARE) to become Registered Landscape Architects.? ...

Clayco Hires Williams.(Rob Williams)(Brief article)
February 2, 2009... Staff Clayco Inc. has announced the appointment of Rob Williams as senior project manager in its Detroit, MI, office. In his new position, Williams will hold a leadership role on multiple projects within Clayco's industrial business...

Thomas M. Roberts Honored.
February 2, 2009... Staff Thomas M. Roberts, A.I.A., was recently honored with the 2008 Young Architects Award from the American Institute of Architects (AIA) Detroit Chapter. Roberts is a project manager and senior associate with GunnLevine Architects (GLA)...

Board Of Directors Elected.
February 2, 2009... Staff The American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) Southwest Michigan Branch recently elected its 2008-2009 board of directors. Myndi L. Bacon, P.E., project engineer in the Kalamazoo, MI, office of Soil and Materials Engineers, Inc....

Slide Rail System Helps Contractor.
February 2, 2009... By James McRay Contractor easily shores excavation and installs manholes on a steep slope Conestoga-Rovers & Associates (CRA), of Canandaigua, NY, recently installed six new precast concrete manholes at an existing shopping center in...

Project Calls For Unusual Techniques.
February 2, 2009... Edited by Aram Kalousdian Ductile iron pipe installed at 23-foot depth in wet, fine sands and silts 52,000-square-foot Tendercare Health Center, which will be an adult assisted living center, is being constructed on 6 acres off of...

Natural Gas Valve Vault Installed.
February 2, 2009... By Aram Kalousdian, Editor Project provides challenges for shoring system A concrete natural gas valve vault/junction chamber was installed at the southeast corner of South Lincoln and East Division in Rockford, MI, in November 2008....

DRIC Record of Decision Signed.
February 9, 2009... Staff On January 14, the United States government issued a long-awaited decision approving a new Detroit, MI-Windsor, Ontario, Canada border crossing system over the Detroit River. The Record of Decision, issued by the Federal Highway...

Smith Joins Wade Trim.
February 9, 2009... Staff Charles F. Smith, A.I.C.P., A.S.L.A., joined Wade Trim's Taylor, MI, office as a senior planner, where he will be responsible for project management and business development. With more than 10 years of experience, Smith focuses...

Clark Employees Achieve LEED Certification.
February 9, 2009... Staff Clark Construction Company announced that Brooks McIntosh, Chad Thelen and James Kramek have achieved Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design Accredited Professional (LEED AP) status. In order to become a LEED AP, McIntosh,...

FTC&H Makes Personnel Announcements.
February 9, 2009... Staff Fishbeck, Thompson, Carr & Huber, Inc. (FTC&H) Engineers * Scientists * Architects * Constructors is pleased to announce that Christopher E. Wall, P.E., P.T.O.E., P.T.P. has earned status as a professional transportation planner. ...

Construction-Focused School Will Open.
February 9, 2009... Staff The Grand Rapids Public Schools in Grand Rapids, MI, is partnering with several contractors for a construction and design-themed program that will prepare high school students for careers in construction. The Union Academy for...

ARTBA Foundation Seeks Awards Nominations.(American Road & Transportation Builders Association Transportation)(Brief article)
February 9, 2009... Staff The American Road & Transportation Builders Association Transportation Development Foundation (ARTBA-TDF) is calling for nominations for its 2009 PRIDE Awards, which honor "excellence in community relations and public education that...

JLG Launches New Phone Number.
February 9, 2009... Staff JLG Industries, Inc., an Oshkosh Corporation company, has announced the launch of a new toll-free phone number to help customers reach JLG Service Centers. JLG customers can dial 1-877-JLG-CENTER, and a quick menu will guide them to...

Navistar And Ford Reach Agreement.
February 9, 2009... Staff Ford Motor Company and Navistar International Corporation have reached an agreement to restructure their ongoing business relationship and settle all existing litigation between the companies. As a result of the agreement, the...

Globe Awards Nominations Sought.
February 9, 2009... Staff The American Road & Transportation Builders Association Transportation Development Foundation (ARTBA-TDF) is accepting nominations for the 2009 Globe Awards. This annual competition honors U.S. transportation construction industry...

John H. Roberts Recognized.(J.H. Roberts Industries Inc.)(Brief article)
February 9, 2009... Staff Associated Builders and Contractors recently announced that John H. Roberts, of Three Rivers Corporation, Midland, MI, was one of six finalists in its 2009 Craft Professional of the Year award. Roberts was recognized in the Craft...

Pope Is ABC Award Finalist.
February 9, 2009... Staff Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) recently announced that Michael Pope, insulation instructor, ABC Saginaw Valley Chapter, Midland, MI, is one of four regional finalists for ABC's 2009 Craft Instructor of the Year award. One...

Hiltz Heads OHM.
February 9, 2009... Staff John J. Hiltz has a lot on his mind these days. He's about to take on the role of president of the regional engineering company founded by his great-uncle almost 50 years ago. The company's board of directors recently approved a...

MDEQ Proposes Changes.(Michigan Department of Environmental Quality )
February 9, 2009... Edited by Aram Kalousdian Agency seeks significant changes to Michigan's cleanup and redevelopment program The Michigan Department of Environmental Quality (MDEQ) is proposing significant changes to Michigan's cleanup and...

Bridge Technology Research Partnership Established.(Michigan Department of Transportation)
February 16, 2009... Staff The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) is partnering with The University of Michigan on a $19-million grant from the National Institute of Standards and Technology to research advanced bridge sensor monitoring technologies....

Thompson Pump Midwest Moves.
February 16, 2009... Staff Thompson Pump Midwest has moved. The company's new location is 1088 Victory Drive, Howell, MI 48843. Phone: 877-744-7867 or 517-552-5650. Web: www.pumpexperts.com .

Women In Construction Week Recognized.
February 16, 2009... Staff The National Association of Women in Construction (NAWIC) Detroit Chapter 183 is pleased to celebrate Women In Construction Week, March 1-8. NAWIC exists to enhance the success of women in the construction industry, and every year it...

Fisher Joins AGC of Michigan.(Scott D. Fisher has joined in Associated General Contractors of Michigan)(Brief article)
February 16, 2009... Staff Associated General Contractors (AGC) of Michigan has announced the employment of Scott D. Fisher, who is responsible for labor relations in Southeastern Michigan and will serve on various joint benefit funds and labor/management...

Three Earn LEED Certification.
February 16, 2009... Staff The consulting engineering firm Byce & Associates, Inc., of Kalamazoo, MI, has announced that Bryan Webster, P.E.; Shane Evens, P.E.; and Adam Doubblestein recently earned their Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED)...

Davis Becomes LEED Accredited.
February 16, 2009... Staff Wightman & Associates, Inc. (WAI) recently announced that Matt Davis, P.E. has earned LEED Accredited Professional (AP) status from the Green Building Certification Institute, established with the support of the USGBC. Since...

Infrastructure Investment Is Needed.
February 16, 2009... By Aram Kalousdian America's infrastructure is crumbling. The "2009 Report Card for America's Infrastructure" produced by the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) gave roads a D- and bridges a C. The report rated one-third of the...

Innovation Used On M-115 Project.
February 16, 2009... By Aram Kalousdian, Editor, and The Federal Highway Administration Contractor paves 12-foot lanes without stopping The increased demand on U.S. infrastructure guarantees increased roadway construction and maintenance over the next 20...

US-31 Overlaid.
February 16, 2009... By Aram Kalousdian, Editor Concerns over crack relief with larger stone are overcome with plant modifications An asphalt overlay project on a 4-mile section of US-31 from Winston Road to M-20 in Oceana County, MI, which is a four-lane...

Specification Presents Challenges.
February 16, 2009... By Aram Kalousdian, Editor Difficult asphalt paving specification is met on US-10 project An approximately 13-mile asphalt overlay project on US-10 in Midland County, MI, includes rubblizing, reconstruction under overpasses in order to...

M-46 Overlay Presents Challenges.(Rieth-Riley Company Inc.)(Editorial)(Brief article)
February 16, 2009... By Aram Kalousdian, Editor Work was done at night at the west end of the project A 7.3-mile hot mix asphalt overlay on M-46 in Muskegon County, MI, began in September 2008 and was completed in October 2008. The project included cold...

Infrared Asphalt Repair Provides Quality.
February 16, 2009... Staff System provides seamless asphalt repair Infrared asphalt repair technology can provide high-quality asphalt repair for: Potholes Utility cuts and trenches High spots Pavement seams Alligator cracking ...

2008 Build Michigan Awards Presented.(Brief article)
February 23, 2009... Staff The Associated General Contractors (AGC) of Michigan announced the 2008 Build Michigan Awards, recognizing excellence in commercial construction throughout the state. Seven projects and construction teams were recognized as...

Shmina Elected AGC Michigan Chairman.
February 23, 2009... Staff Andrew Shmina, president of A.Z. Shmina Inc. of Brighton, MI, has been elected chairman of the Associated General Contractors (AGC) of Michigan, the state's leading commercial construction association. Shmina was installed during the...

Apprentices Honored.
February 23, 2009... Staff "Apprentice of the Year" honors were given to top apprentice carpenter Howard D. Morrow, II, of Pinckney, MI; top apprentice bricklayer Keith Leaym, of Pinckney, MI; and top apprentice cement mason Michael Volpe, of Dearborn Heights,...

CAM Promotes DuFresne.
February 23, 2009... Staff The Construction Association of Michigan (CAM), of Bloomfield Hills, MI, has announced the promotion of Pat DuFresne to manager of CAMTEC, the education and training division of CAM. DuFresne joined CAM in 1999 as the administrative...

Mead & Hunt Promotes Siegfried.
February 23, 2009... Staff Mead & Hunt has promoted Gary Siegfried to a newly established management role within the company's Aviation Services Business Unit. Siegfried will step into the newly created role of department manager for the Aviation Services...