Company Spotlights

from 10/12 Industry Report [Fall 2021]

My Toughest Challenge

GROUP INDUSTRIES

OUR HISTORY

Established 25 years ago, GROUP was initially created as an industrial builder, but quickly expanded into the premier specialty contractor it is today. Today, GROUP is a full-service general contractor with the ability to self-perform deep foundations, civil construction, pile caps, foundations and industrial buildings beyond clients’ expectations.

WHAT WE DO

As the premier contractor in the region, we are licensed to operate across the Gulf South. We are committed to service, quality, timely delivery and safety—using state-of-the-art equipment and our commitment to excellence for all refining, petrochemical, energy, pulp, paper-heavy industrial contractor and deep foundation needs. We take pride in and measure our success by the relationships and reputation we develop and nurture within our community.

COMPANY CULTURE

GROUP Industries operates around four core values that have helped our company stand the test of time by helping to create a culture of respect and a philosophy of going above and beyond for our clients each day: • Dedication to excellence in safety, quality and performance • Integrity • Exceeding expectations • Teamwork TOP EXECUTIVES

David Arrighi, Chief Executive Officer Shane Kirkpatrick, President Dane Falgout, Chief Financial Officer Dave Thompson, Vice President of Operations Hunter Arrighi, Estimator & Project Manager

YEAR FOUNDED

1996

HEADQUARTERS

15055 Jefferson Highway, Baton Rouge, LA 70817 225.752.2500 group-industries.com

GOOD WORK

PROJECT 1: MMR ENTERGY UPS INFRASTRUCTURE

GROUP Industries was charged with the task of constructing a new battery substation at Entergy’s Perryville Power Station near Monroe, La. Facing tight deadlines and numerous challenges from unexpected change orders to mid-stream design tweaks, GROUP’s team was able to accommodate all adjustments while adhering to the project’s stringent timeline. GROUP’s workforce faced challenging conditions to produce 118 2-foot 60-inch diameter drilled shaft foundations along with vertical concrete piers, slab-on-grade foundations and elevated cast-in-place structures to support three heavy-duty steel battery enclosures four feet above the ground. During the intense summertime heat, this project required that the contractor continually “ice” the concrete to maintain optimal temperatures for drilled shaft construction. The addition of this substation allows Entergy to now use battery technology to “black start” its heavy-duty gas turbines, which is a term for rebooting an idle power plant without support from the grid during a major system disruption or a system-wide blackout.

PROJECT 2: ENBRIDGE

SCOPE OF WORK - Situated in a remote corner of Cameron Parish still reeling from a Category 4 hurricane, Enbridge’s new elevated pipeline metering station would ultimately become a much-needed part of the pipeline company’s Cameron Extension Project, which will provide natural gas to the nearby Calcasieu Pass LNG export terminal. Other components of the Enbridge project include a nearby 30,000-HP compressor station, 30-inch diameter interconnecting piping, and the installation and modification of various equipment and facilities at existing sites in Beauregard, Cameron and Jefferson Davis parishes.

TYPE OF CONSTRUCTION - Multi-faceted civil construction greenfield project requiring precast and poured-in-place concrete and significant deep foundation. GROUP’s task was to construct the entirety of the elevated, 12-foot high precast deck system and a connecting ramp for the station. The system was designed and fabricated by Waskey of Baton Rouge nearly 200 miles away, and would ultimately support equipment, piping and instrumentation needed for the station.

SIZE OF PROJECT - By project’s end, more than 200 truckloads of piles, girders, precast deck components, grout and other materials had been delivered to the site. Of that, there were more than 120 piles measuring 18-inch-square by 95 feet long, and some 2,000 bags of grout. Many of the girders were delivered in sections that were spliced together at the site, with some pieces weighing 60,000 pounds. The precast panels were equally large, measuring about 30 by 10 feet and weighing 45,000 pounds. Through all these challenges, GROUP collaborated closely with general contractors and worked overtime to ensure that deadlines were met and results were beyond client expectations.

PROJECT 3: DOW POLY B PACKAGING WAREHOUSE

The new Poly B Packaging Warehouse is a pre-engineered metal building and precast office project providing critical product storage capacity for Dow’s Plaquemine plant, one of the largest petrochemical facilities in Louisiana and home to most of Dow’s global business. The 3,000-acre integrated manufacturing site produces more than 50 different basic and specialty chemical products. After facing a number of challenges including high river stages and 25 change orders, GROUP Contractors completed the project on schedule.

PROJECT 4: HURRICANE LAURA DISASTER RELIEF

GROUP Industries’ disaster relief program is always standing by when dangerous weather is in the forecast. Our team mobilizes an emergency vehicle fleet equipped with trained staff and emergency supplies, and our goal is to meet the needs of those impacted by severe weather and provide whatever is needed to start on the path to recovery. Within 24 hours of Hurricane Laura hitting Lake Charles, Group Industries mobilized on site for debris clearing, then roof work, and now interior renovations on the Lake Charles school system buildings.

FIVE-S GROUP

OUR HISTORY

Five-S was born on a rice and crawfish family farm in Acadiana, Louisiana by owner and founder André Smith. He was taught at a young age to provide exceptional service and this has been his philosophy as the company has grown. Since 2013, Five-S has expanded from Acadiana to locations throughout the Gulf Coast.

WHAT WE DO

Five-S is a heavy civil construction firm that provides services, including site prep, drainage, road construction, excavation, grading, land clearing, material supply and logistics solutions to transport, unload and deliver materials. The company’s mission is: Building better people and projects from the ground up.

For one of our recent projects, Five-S Group worked with Shell Catalysts & Technologies LP on a new parking lot, plant access road, draining relocation and upgrades to their facility in Port Allen. Five-S is also actively supporting construction projects for several gulf coast LNG facilities with materials and services.

Francisco J. Toro, André Smith, Danielle Hosch, & Brandon Ashley

OUTLOOK

One of Five-S’ core values is to “take the bull by the horns” and that is our plan. We are always looking for innovative ways to complete our jobs efficiently. To ensure our success, we will continue to invest in continuing education for our team members, expand our services across the country, and increase the services we offer to customers. We have big dreams for the future and plan to fulfill all of them. TOP EXECUTIVES

André Smith, Founder and Chief Executive Officer Danielle Hosch, Chief Administrative Officer Brandon Ashley, Chief Business Development Officer Francisco J. Toro, Chief Operations Officer

YEAR FOUNDED

2013

OUR PHILOSOPHY

The Five-S family is an outstanding example of a work family. We support each other’s professional and personal development, and consistently cheer each other on to become the best version of ourselves. Each team member focuses on growth and a positive mindset—never complacent or settled, always looking to make improvements.

HEADQUARTERS

15555 Airline Highway, Baton Rouge, LA 70817 Two other locations in Lake Charles, LA. & Port Arthur, TX 225.749.5867 Fsgrp.com

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