Volume 21 Issue 3 Archives - Construction Today

Since celebrating its centenary in 2023, Alterman has continued to lead in electrical construction, inspired by its new campus and driven by its dedicated team

Iain — Fri, 24 May 2024 06:34:00 +0000

Alterman is not a new name to the pages of Construction Today. We last spoke with the President and CEO, Greg Padalecki in 2023, a year after the company first broke ground on its new impressive state-of-the-art campus. For those who haven’t yet heard of the business, it was founded in 1923 by Nathan Alterman, as Nathan Alterman Electric Co. Ltd. Just 24 years old at the time…

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From custom rock crushing to contract mining, Fred Weber Inc. leverages its industry strength and expertise

Iain — Fri, 24 May 2024 06:28:00 +0000

At the dawn of the 20th Century, Fred Weber, Sr. bought his first piece of mechanized equipment, a solid-tire, five-ton dump truck. Combining talented people and the right tools, his company, Fred Weber Inc. (Fred Weber), began to grow. Heavy highway construction started the growth followed by rock quarries, asphalt plants and river sand dredging. The company succeeded at becoming the best…

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Efficient processes and strategic planning are propelling McCON Building Corporation to the forefront of construction excellence

Iain — Fri, 24 May 2024 06:19:00 +0000

McCON Building Corporation (McCON) was established in family and is focused on its people. The company was founded 37 years ago by parents Jim and Jean, and three of their children, Kelly, Chris, and Matt in the small town of Highland, Wisconsin. Population: 869 people. Construction Today had the pleasure of hearing from a team of McCON leaders, Emily Bublitz, and Chris and David McGuire…

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John Moriarty & Associates prides itself on collaboration, transparency, and a proactive approach to construction management

Iain — Fri, 24 May 2024 06:09:00 +0000

John Moriarty & Associates has been playing a lead role in shaping cityscapes since 1985. Founded on a commitment to deliver excellent construction management services, the business has become a trusted name in the sector, known for balancing traditional practices with innovative execution. A strong principle ingrained since day one is John Moriarty & Associates’ dedication to combining…

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Harrison Langley, CEO of MDLR Brands, is setting new standards in the housing solutions sector

Iain — Thu, 23 May 2024 14:53:17 +0000

My family has always been in real estate,” begins Harrison Langley, CEO of MDLR Brands. “When I went to college, I bought my first quadruplex and my journey started from there.” Harrison’s professional journey began at the College of Charleston in South Carolina where he studied physics, real estate, and studio art. He then moved to New York to work for an investment and holding company…

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Sneha Gurjar explores the practical applications of BIM in today’s construction projects

Iain — Thu, 23 May 2024 14:48:18 +0000

Building Information Modeling (BIM) has emerged as a groundbreaking catalyst in the construction sector, fundamentally altering how projects are conceptualized, designed, and executed today. The transition from conventional design methodologies to AI-driven processes has ushered in unprecedented levels of efficiency and precision across all phases of construction, spanning from initial design and…

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Although much of construction is the visible output of labor, the process for achieving the finished project is complex. Arguably, it’s more complex than it needs to be, writes Robert Salaj

Iain — Thu, 23 May 2024 14:41:15 +0000

The standard approach to building is widely understood. Every project is broken down by a variety of factors. This includes tools, materials, and a slew of information such as estimates versus actuals, local regulations, change orders, RFIs, submittals, and more. All those project tasks have several sub-tasks, many of which are contingent upon a smooth workflow. A change to one aspect of the…

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Modern construction projects face greater headwinds to success

Iain — Thu, 23 May 2024 14:34:58 +0000

Construction and development projects have always been inherently dangerous places. The movement of massive amounts of material and equipment by a large group of contractors in a confined space requires careful choreography by very experienced individuals with a great deal of oversight and supervision. To do that while also attempting to mitigate or eliminate risk to both lives and property makes…

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