Case Studies Green Building

During the 1980s it seemed like the domestic manufacturing industry had completely collapsed as a large number of companies moved manufacturing operations overseas. Elkay, America’s number one selling stainless steel sink company, resisted the trend by maintaining its production operations in the U.S. Timothy Jahnke, president and CEO of the nearly century-old company, is proud […]

It’s been proven many times over, but it’s a basic fact that companies that don’t diversify service offerings are not going to survive this recession intact. Jobs that used to have five reputable bidders are now being overrun with numerous out-of-state contractors bidding well below cost. John W. Gleim Jr. Inc. (JWG) is an example […]

Since 1972 A.B. Systems Inc. (ABS) has grown from a small general contracting firm into one of Minnesota’s leading design-build firms. Since its inception the company has prided itself on providing customers with responsive and friendly service, as well as innovative solutions for the best return on investment. Today, the company operates from headquarters in […]

Nathan Caglia, a general manager with Caglia Demolition and Recycling Company (CDRC), estimates that his company recycles between 75 to 90 percent of a jobsite’s waste, which is typically carted off to a landfill. Common construction and demolition materials include lumber, drywall, metals, masonry (brick, concrete, etc.), carpet, plastic, pipe, rocks, dirt, paper, cardboard or […]

A lot of companies in southern New Jersey, before they proceed with the construction of a new building or the renovation of an existing building, turn to Stanker & Galetto Inc. (S&G) for advice. The family-owned company based in Vineland, N.J., is headed by Peter Galetto Jr., second generation owner. S&G has developed a reputation […]

George and Gloria Smeja are an inspiring example of what can happen when enterprising entrepreneurs believe that they can make a difference, which is what the Smeja’s did by launching a family-owned company whose success has exceeded even their own expectations. Metalmaster Roofmaster (Metalmaster), one of the nation’s largest commercial sheet metal and roofing contractors, […]

One of the more stable markets to be in during recent turbulent economic times is the construction of low-income tax credit housing. The reality of federal money is that it comes with some hoops to jump through, but it can be fairly lucrative for a company that understands the process.  Commonwealth Construction Corporation (Commonwealth) – […]

As every fashion conscious woman in America will tell you, yes, the outfit is important, but the accessories that emphasize the outfit can make it or break it. The same principle can apply to buildings. With this concept in mind, a building should be constructed with high-quality materials, but it’s the trim and the details […]

The idea behind Centurion Construction Company Inc. (Centurion) is simple: provide the highest quality construction on time and within budget. Based out of Raleigh, N.C., the firm has been living up to that idea since its inception in 1980. Consistently setting the bar for quality construction across North Carolina, Virginia and South Carolina for 30 […]

Ask any male, of any age, if he would enjoy a job that occasionally uses dynamite to set off controlled explosions, and I guarantee that you’ll get a yes. For this reason, among others, Chuck Clark has been happily employed for a little over 43 years now at Pomona, Calif.-based Three D Service Company Inc., […]