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SUSTAIN-ABILITY 10 Case Study: Energy Consumption Reduced by 86 Percent with LED Lighting and Advanced Control Systems
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ENVIRONMENTAL FEATURE 12 Green Product of the Year Suntuitive®: New Windows of Opportunity at MAREC
DEPARTMENTS DEMOLITION 18 Homrich: Brewster-Douglas Ready for Redevelopment
22 Adamo Tackles Detroit Residential Blight 23 Adamo Group Demolishes Fire-Damaged
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One Detroit Center, an award winning, Class A office property located in downtown Detroit, received The Outstanding Building of the Year (TOBY) award from the Building Owners and Managers Association (BOMA) of Metro Detroit, for properties from 500,000 to 1 million square feet. This is the sixth time One Detroit Center has been awarded the TOBY, which recognizes quality in office buildings and awards excellence in office building management. The award was presented to One Detroit Center, which is majority owned by iStar Financial, on Friday, November 7, 2014 at the MotorCity Casino in Detroit. Judging for the TOBY awards is based on community impact, tenant/employee relations programs, energy management systems, emergency evacuation procedures, building personnel training programs and overall quality indicators. “One Detroit Center is a landmark property and a leader on multiple levels, including service, responsiveness and luxury amenities,” said Greg Camia, lead executive of One Detroit Center and senior vice president of iStar Financial. “It is fitting that One Detroit Center received the TOBY award again in 2014; this has been a tremendously successful year for the building in terms of tenant outreach and satisfaction and investment in the One Detroit Center brand.” In 2014 alone, One Detroit Center, Michigan’s tallest office building, has hosted a Paint the Crown art event for tenants; organized a monthly Melodic Monday concert series that brings members of the acclaimed Detroit Symphony Orchestra (DSO) to the east lobby during the lunch hour; and unveiled a 25-foot exterior LED sign to promote tenants and community events.
CLARK CONSTRUCTION AND MIOSHA ANNOUNCE SAFETY PARTNERSHIP FOR CMU BIOSCIENCES BUILDING PROJECT Clark Construction and the Michigan Occupational Safety and Health Administration (MIOSHA) have established a strategic partnership to protect and educate workers on construction hazards during the building of the 170,000square-foot Biosciences Building project on the campus of Central Michigan University (CMU) in Mt. Pleasant. MIOHSA, local contractors and several unions are part of the agreement. “We are proud of having the best safety record of any company in the industry over the past decade,” said Sam Clark, president of Clark Construction. “This partnership with MIOSHA will allow us to provide additional training and safety instruction to the subcontractors and their employees working with us on the CMU Biosciences project.” The partnership will focus on training of subcontractors and 300 workers expected on-site during the two-year-long building project about daily hazards that include the leading causes of injuries and fatalities in the construction industry: Falls, Electrical, Caught-In and Struck-By hazards. The partnership will accomplish this through increased training, implementation of Best Work Practices, creation of site-specific written safety and health programs, and compliance with applicable MIOSHA standards and regulations. As part of the agreement, all contractors and
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subcontractors on the project will be required to have specific written safety and health programs in place, and each employee must attend a jobsite safety orientation before working on the site. The safety partnership will last for the duration of the project, which is expected to be completed in September 2016. The new 170,000-square-foot Biosciences Building for CMU will be a four-story building with an additional mechanical penthouse level. The site is located directly to the east of the College of Education and Human Services. This parcel currently houses the last four remaining buildings of the Washington Apartments. These four existing structures will be demolished to accommodate the construction of the new facility. The site is located adjacent to an existing campus utility tunnel to minimize infrastructure costs. The Biosciences Building will contain a multipurpose room with seating for 200; a large active learning classroom; teaching labs; faculty/research offices; the department Chair’s office; student study areas; an isotope lab; a BSL3 Lab; a Herbarium with special collections; and a university Imaging Center. These program elements are in addition to the primary research labs that occupy the upper three levels of the structure.
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DOES YOUR PROGRAM ADDRESS THE LEADING Nov. ’14 Safety Tool Kit CAUSE OF DEATH? DOT MEDICAL QUALIFICATIONS – ARE YOU TRACEY ALFONSI AWARE OF THEBYCHANGES? Tracey Alfonsi CAMBy DIRECTOR OF SAFETY AND EDUCATION The safety Federal Motor Carrier Safety much Administration physical In the construction industry, professionals concentrate of their time(FMCSA) and attention on examination is required to help ensure that a person is medically qualified what’s become known as the “Focus Four” or the “Fatal Four”: Falls, Struck By, Caught Between, to safely a commercial motor 79 vehicle (CMV). In the interest of public and Electrocution Hazards, whichoperate account for approximately percent of deaths in construction. safety, CMV drivers orare held exposure to higherwhenever physical, possible, mental and They perform hazard assessments, eliminate reduce and emotional distribute standards passenger car drivers. Recent changes involving this personal protective equipment, like than fall arrest systems, hard hats and gloves, in an effort to protect medical qualification process are now in effect. employees. CAM members commercial vehicles are likely affected and can The Focus Four topics account for four operating of the 10 hours of training received during an OSHA 10 the following: class, and increase to sixbenefit hoursby of understanding the training included in an OSHA 30 course. Whenever I ask a Who needscause a Medical Examiner’s Certificate (i.e., DOTalways medical card)? group of workers, “What’s the leading of death in construction?” they almost correctly Actually, there is no recent change with this requirement, but it is answer, “Falls.” This indicates to me that, even though we haven’t eliminated the risk, weoften are misunderstood! It is well understood that CDL holders, which are persons successfully raising awareness in the industry. operating CMVs with a maximum gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) of over pounds, requiredevery to have valid DOT medical card. But, But there is a bigger monster26,000 out there killingare someone 33 aseconds, which is roughly the a DOT medical card is also required by Michigan’s Motor Carrier equivalent of a September 11th-like tragedy repeating itself every 24 hours, 365 days Safety a year. Act It persontraining operating a GVWR of over 10,000 pounds. Any doesn’t get addressed atfor allany in OSHA andCMVs many with companies simply don’t discuss it. It is a a Chauffeur’s license operate, for example, a service hazard that is predictableperson and, inrequiring 50 percent of cases, there areto observable warning signs. truck or pickup truck with a trailered air compressor exceeding 10,000 Have you guessed it yet?pounds GVWR is also required to have a valid DOT medical card. Examine your current “driving” workforce and pay special attention to mechanics, Here are some more staggering foremenstatistics: or laborers driving company vehicles. Beware that operating • 600,000 deaths each year are attributed to it –exposes that’s one four deaths. without a valid DOT card theincompany to greater liability, often • Among women, theresults number one in three in is citations issueddeaths. to both company and driver, and is considered • 47 percent of theseas deaths occur outside of the hospital, suggesting that people ignore early a serious safety deficiency. warning signs. Are Medical Examiners required to be certified? Yes, as of May 21, 2014, all new medical examinations are required to be performed by certified I’m talking about heart disease. Contributing factors, like obesity and smoking, are statistically Medical Examiners. Prior to, any medical provider could perform higher among construction workers when compared to the general population. In addition, working examinations and issue DOT medical cards as long as the proper form was in remote locations, often without access to an Automated External Defibrillator (AED), decreases used. In too many cases, FMCSA discovered that disqualifying conditions emergency response time, resulting in a higher likelihood of death. Most of these deaths are were present even though new DOT medical cards were issued. Do not attributed to lifestyle, not workplace conditions, which means regulatory agencies, like OSHA, won’t automatically assume that past providers are now certified. Be diligent and be identifying it as a work-related hazard or requiring businesses to educate employees. check the National Registry at http://nrcme.fmcsa.dot.gov/ to verify that While there is no law mandating employers to address this growing problem, there are plenty of Medical Examiners being used are certified. things companies can do to slow down this run-away train. First, stop serving your employees What is the “self and medical certification” required now by the Michigan donuts and pizza at every meeting. Second, encourage physical fitness, like implementing stretch Secretary of State? In addition to declaring the type of CMV operation, all and flex programs, subsidizing gym memberships, or encouraging employees to participate in a CDL holders are required to submit a copy of their new DOT medical card “Biggest Loser” competition. Consider sponsoring a team of employees to participate in the to the State Driver Licensing Agency (i.e., Michigan Secretary of State). American Heart Association’s Detroit HeartWalk, scheduled for May 2nd. Third, educate. Train Each CDL holder can submit using one of four methods: online, mail, fax everyone to recognize early warning signs of heart disease and get all of your key personnel certified or in person at a branch location, and instructions for doing so are available to perform First Aid and CPR. online. The new card must be successfully submitted prior to the previous The American Heart Association has declared February to be American Heart Month, and the card’s expiration. If not, then the Secretary of State’s Office will notify the first Friday is National Wear Red Day. Now is a great time to roll out a new program or offer holder that they are no longer medically certified to operate a CMV and will incentives for adopting a healthier lifestyle. To support the health piece of your Safety & Health then remove all CDL privileges from their license. However, this requirement Management System, CAMTEC is hosting a First Aid/CPR/AED course on March 11, 8:30-12:30. does not apply to those persons with a Chauffeur’s license (i.e., operating For more ideas on implementing a wellness program at pounds your workplace, contact Tracey Alfonsi a CMV between 10,001 - 26,000 GVWR), only to CDL holders. at (248) 972-1000.
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CASE STUDY: ENERGY CONSUMPTION REDUCED BY 86 PERCENT WITH LED LIGHTING AND ADVANCED CONTROL SYSTEMS
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You’ve already heard, perhaps many times, that changing your conventional lighting (incandescent, fluorescent, halogen, etc.) to LED is a guaranteed money saver… but there’s more to the story. Did you know that using advanced control systems will leverage those savings even more? In the last few years, LED technology has dramatically improved in cost and efficiency. Measured in lumens watts per, the quantity of LED light output has increased by a factor of 10. As an example, a conventional 60watt incandescent bulb emits 16 lumens per watt. Off-the-shelf LED lights often emit 160 lumens or more per watt. Look up at your ceiling, count the lights, and do the math. A good case in point is Milosch’s Palace auto dealership in Lake Orion, Michigan. Milosch’s Palace has been servicing Lake Orion’s automotive needs since 1960. Like any auto dealer, lighting is a critical component in the successful operation of their facility; indoors for their showroom and service areas, and outdoors for their lot. When the maintenance and energy costs for lighting started to jump out of the financial statements, Mark Milosch knew it was time to study the options. THE SITUATION Fortunately, when he surveyed the landscape for lighting experts, Mark discovered that Southeast Michigan is a global hotbed of LED innovation. After a diligent search, he began discussion with the Electro-Matic Products, Inc. team (CAM members) regarding a lighting upgrade for his auto dealership. The discussion centered on replacement of defective and energy inefficient lighting. The primary objective was to create efficient and cost-effective lighting levels throughout the entire facility, without additional cost for poles and infrastructure. To start, Electro-Matic created a 10 CAM MAGAZINE FEBRUARY 2015
comprehensive lighting analysis (sometimes called an audit) to map out the placement and kind of lighting and determine the scope of the project. LIGHTING ANALYSIS REPORT The original lighting included over 121 various types of parking lot polemounted lighting, wall packs, building floods, canopy and cans. Many of them were energy-hungry Metal Halide-type lamps. The lighting analysis also revealed a total operating wattage of 97,228w and an annual usage 447,022 of KwH. SOLUTION As part of the ‘lighting analysis,’ Electro-Matic took foot candle readings of the auto dealership’s existing lighting system and performed photometric analysis studies which were reviewed with the client and modified several times to ensure all lighting and financial objectives were attained. With strong competition from several other bidders, Electro-Matic was awarded the contract based on product, technical solutions and overall recommendations supporting the objectives from the Milosch Palace Chrylser auto dealership. ADVANCED LIGHTING CONTROLS In addition to the new outdoor LED lighting plan, Electro-Matic introduced their Wattstopper® wireless control system to the dealership, which would allow for even more energy reduction as well as improve on the auto dealership’s overall theſt protection with strategically located occupancy or ‘motion detector’ sensor devices. These wireless intelligent controls allow “Voice Of The Construction Industry”®
for the auto dealership to dim their LED lighting at midnight every night to 50 percent lumen output, saving more energy. Electro-Matic and Wattstopper further enhanced the security solution to Mark Milosch’s concern of theft and safety by installing motion sensors that returned dimmed fixtures to 100 percent if someone enters the premises. This then alerts Milosch of movement on the lot, with direction to check their security cameras and assess the situation. BENEFITS With the outdoor LED lighting plan, Electro-Matic was able to redesign and repurpose the auto dealership’s existing electrical poles and adapters without any business interruptions. In addition to designing a state-of-the-art lighting and security system, Electro-Matic also played an important role in securing rebates for the project, with up to almost 30 percent of the project paid for by utility incentives and rebates. Intangible benefits include overall positive feedback from the customers and employees, which has been exceptional regarding improved near daylight light levels of the LED lights and improved appearance of the inventory in the lot. ANNUAL ENERGY USAGE REDUCTION Based on actual and projected readings, ElectroMatic’s LED lighting solution was able to reduce annual lighting energy consumption of Milosch’s Palace by 86 percent. Yes – you read that right – 86 percent!
To learn more about advance lighting and automated control systems, attend the 4th Annual Technology Tip-Off at Ford Field on March 11, 2015. Admission is free; however you must register in advance at www.techtipoff.com. For more information about Electro-Matic Products, Inc., 23660 Industrial Park Dr. Farmington Hills, MI 48335, please visit http://www.electro-matic.com. For more information on Milosch’s Palace, 3800 South Lapeer Rd., Lake Orion, MI 48359, please visit http://www.palacecjd.com.
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GREEN PRODUCT OF THE YEAR SUNTUITIVE®: N E W W I N D O W S O F OPPORTUNITY AT MAREC BY MARY E. KREMPOSKY ASSOCIATE EDITOR
Rising on a wide-open site planted with dune grass, Grand Valley State University’s (GVSU) Michigan Alternative and Renewable Energy Center (MAREC) in Muskegon is a nirvana of sustainability not far from Lake Michigan. Topped with a series of barrel-vaulted roofs, the building’s roofline almost resembles a wave rolling to shore. MAREC itself represents the wave of the future, both as a building and as an organization. Flexible thin-film solar photovoltaic panels, adhered to the roof system, supply 25 to 30 percent of power to one of the first LEED Gold buildings in Michigan, said retired MAREC Director T. Arnold (Arn) Boezaart. As an organization, MAREC is a bastion of research in sustainable technologies, as well as an economic business accelerator committed to helping green-minded entrepreneurs turn bright ideas into thriving commercial enterprises. “The MAREC mission is to be an economic development catalyst, business accelerator, as well as a research and development center that links business, education and government resources to support commercialization of new technology and advance emerging technology – with emphasis on alternative and renewable energy,” said MAREC Director Kevin Ricco. “We have helped dozens of companies through financial assistance, business development consultation, technical assistance and in the provision of product development space.” MAREC also showcases innovative sustainable technologies in its own building, including Pleotint’s amazing Suntuitive® interlayer window system. In March 2014, Thompson IG LLC, Fenton, fabricated and Grand Valley Glass, Grand Rapids, installed four demonstration windows in the MAREC 12 CAM MAGAZINE FEBRUARY 2015
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building, a structure wrapped in glass on three sides. This award-winning window system is not only showcased for performance-measuring purposes within the MAREC building, but is also installed in approximately 4,000 insulated glass units (IGU) across the globe, according to Pleotint Vice President Curtis Liposcak. Already the 2013 recipient of Glass Magazine’s Most Innovative Commercial Window Award, Suntuitive has now been named CAM Magazine’s 2014 Green Product of the Year. Among its many benefits, this interlayer keeps solar heat gain at bay, saving energy for the building owner and providing thermal comfort for the building occupant. Glare reduction eliminates the need for shades and blinds, leading to unmarred views to the outdoors and less reliance on artificial lighting. Suntuitive has a “cool” factor, both in cooling the building interior and in actually watching the technology work. Stand inside the MAREC building on a bright, sunny day and watch the demonstration windows continually shift in tint, like a living skin, as the day progresses and the level and intensity of sunlight changes. As temperatures rise, the window gradually darkens until reaching its maximum tint in full sunlight; as temperatures cool in the evening, it lightens and returns to a neutral, clear state. The tint alters without the aid of any mechanical, electrical or computer assistance. It is all based on a process called thermochromism. The term refers to a material’s ability to change color in response to a change in heat. In the case of Suntuitive, the thermochromic interlayer responds to the sun’s heat or infrared waves. “Essentially, we are using the sun’s heat to darken the “The Voice Of The Construction Industry”®
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glass on a molecular level,” said Liposcak. The Pleotint team and Dr. Harlan Byker, the world’s foremost expert on thermochromism and Pleotint founder, owner and CEO, spent 16 years researching and developing this smart window in Pleotint’s West Olive facility near Holland, Michigan. With Suntuitive, building owners can watch their windows tint and their energy costs decline. “If compared to an ASHRAE 90.1-2004 standard prescriptive window, Suntuitive thermochromic windows will provide energy savings that are 20 to 43 percent higher,” said Pleotint Business Coordinator Dominique Lamber in quoting a Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory study. “These savings were mainly due to a reduction in air conditioning costs.” After installation of Suntuitive, “Building owners often tell us that there are times now where they don’t even have to run the air-conditioning anymore, where before the HVAC system was running non-stop,” said Lamber. At MAREC, the Suntuitive windows offer a pleasant view of the open stretch of land near the shores of Muskegon Lake, an inlet water body reaching from Lake Michigan into the heart of the City of Muskegon. The view of land, lake and sky adds to the serene ambiance of the interior and its open, light-filled layout and high-vaulted ceilings. “You walk into the MAREC building, and you have a feeling of peace and open space,” said Lamber. “The interior is full of natural light and a view of the outdoors. It is a very relaxing environment.” It all began at a Michigan Energy Innovation Business Council (MiEIBC) meeting in late 2013. MiEIBC is a Lansing-based business trade association representing companies in Michigan’s growing advanced energy sector. At a MiEIBC meeting in Grand Rapids, Lamber gave a presentation on Suntuitive that impressed Boezaart, then MAREC director, to the point that MAREC agreed to a demonstration installation. Today, Suntuitive windows are installed on the MAREC building’s west face. Placement at the end of a hallway makes the technology visible to all of MAREC’s clients and visitors. BRINGING TOGETHER SUSTAINABLE COMPANIES MAREC is all about synergy, both in the bringing together of different companies and in the linking of different technologies. Chart House Energy, LLC is a MAREC business incubator client that hopes to partner soon with Pleotint on balancing the heat load in a building in Grand Haven. Chart House is an independent power producer (primarily a solar PV developer), and is also involved in the installation of energy-efficiency measures. “The Grand Haven building has some very large windows facing south on the second floor,” said Visit us online at www.cammagazineonline.com
Chart House Energy Founder and President Robert Rafson, PE. “Because the rooms get quite warm, the air conditioning comes on, cooling the second floor but turning the first floor freezing cold. We are considering installing Suntuitive in this building, because the amount of heat entering the building on both levels would be much more equal, and more complex air conditioning controls would not be necessary.” Rafson estimates the payback or return on investment for the Suntuitive windows would be between three and four years over the cost of traditional double pane windows. Beyond specific projects, Suntuitive and targeted sustainability measures work better and are more economical if installed in concert. “Pleotint has been working with the incubator businesses at MAREC,” said Lamber. “If we provided a package of all of these renewable technologies to a building owner, the return on investment to the owner will be quicker than just applying one of these renewable technologies to the building.” This approach is called systems integration, and Rafson himself is well versed in its benefits. Rafson has been immersed in the world of renewable energy and technology for over 25 years, first as a Brownfield developer transforming factories into multi-tenant facilities with a full complement of energy efficient and renewable technologies. Rafson founded Chart House Energy five years ago, while two years ago, this fast-moving firm also became qualified as a federal energy services company (ESCO). “This qualification allows Chart House to put in any energy efficiency measures or renewable energy technology into any federal facility and be repaid through the energy savings,” said Rafson. “Because my compensation is linked to the savings on any energy-efficiency measures, it is important to me that not only are the occupants of the buildings comfortable but that the measures save money.” As a qualified federal services company, “Chart House is working towards dozens of projects on federal buildings per year with even more on the horizon,” said Rafson. “For just one department of the federal government, we are hoping to work on a building a month. We are going to be doing a great many measures, including insulation and solar photovoltaic panels, as well as lighting, lighting controls, HVAC and HVAC controls.” Experienced in multiple systems, Rafson clearly sees the advantages of systems integration. “We are looking at all of these strategies as one group,” he said. “If you install all of these systems at once, you end up with an entire group of savings and power generation that collectively becomes a significant part of the energy usage of a building. By installing Pleotint windows, you reduce the airconditioning demand and can reduce the size of the HVAC units being replaced, as well as the outright energy savings from the windows.”
BRINGING TOGETHER SUSTAINABLE TECHNOLOGIES In terms of systems integration of two different technologies, Liposcak is examining the possibilities of combining Suntuitive and 3M Daylight Redirecting Film in the façade of large commercial buildings. In this wonderful harmony of window technologies, the 3M film will maximize the amount of daylighting in a building interior, while Suntuitive will preserve the view and mitigate thermal gain. Acting as a type of light diffuser, “the 3M film redirects the sunlight to penetrate deep into the building,” said Liposcak. “It takes the sun’s rays and bends them like a prism might at an angle. This drives the sun’s rays deep into the building.” A 3M press release explains further: “New to the world, 3M Daylight Redirecting Film, utilizes microreplication to redirect light that would have originally hit the floor a few feet from the window, up onto the ceiling, helping to light the room as deep as 40 feet from the window. The technology of ‘microreplication’ refers to microscopic structures that are able to redirect as much as 80 percent of light up onto the ceiling, providing more natural light, which has been linked to increased productivity and purchasing behavior, as well as helping to reduced dependence on electric lighting.” Available for the last three years, the 3M film is a durable, permanent layer placed on surface two of an IGU. Workers consigned to the building core can now enjoy the benefits of daylighting. For the building owner, energy costs will decline, because occupants in the building interior will have less need for artificial lighting. However, the 3M film cannot be seen through, but if paired with Suntuitive, people can enjoy the best of both technologies. “The 3M film would occupy the top 18 inches, almost like a transom window,” said Liposcak. “The rest of the window would be the Suntuitive, which would preserve the nice view and mitigate any thermal gain when the daylighting becomes excessive in full sunlight.” Liposcak also points to automatic lighting controls as a system easily integrated with Suntuitive’s thermochromic technology. “The beauty of our product is you don’t need a computer or any wires to integrate it with automatic lighting controls or the thermostat controlling a central air conditioning system,” said Liposcak. The automatic controls will sense the interior is either brighter or cooler without having to establish any direct link to the Suntuitive window system. Whether used alone or in combination with other products, Suntuitive’s glare-reducing abilities reduce the need for shading devices. Building occupants will have less need to pull the shades and then turn on the lights, leading to an increase in natural daylighting and less reliance on artificial light. According to Lamber, “The Eneref Institute (eneref.org) is including Suntuitive in its CAM MAGAZINE FEBRUARY 2015 13
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indicated that tilt-able racking can increase solar power output performance by 15 to 20 percent.” Chart House Energy maintains an office in the MAREC building and conducts work from New Jersey to California, but mainly focuses on projects in the Midwest. “Chart House has installed about two megawatts of solar in the last five years,” said Rafson. “That would cover around 200,000 to 300,000 square feet. I hope I will be doing more than a megawatt a year going forward. I already have a contract for over half a megawatt or 150,000 square feet for next year.”
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Above is a glimpse of Suntuitive windows from the exterior. The ground-mounted solar panels in the foreground are part of a MAREC research project studying the effects of snow and the tilt angle of the panels. Snow is cleared from one of each of the paired panels to discern how much loss is from snow, as opposed to cloud cover and other weather factors. report as part of its Natural Interior Daylight Initiative. Eneref provides reports to public and private organizations as best practice guidelines in sustainable development and social responsibility. Eneref works with the Department of Energy, Department of Defense and the Environmental Protection Agency as part of its initiatives to spur facility decision-makers into action.” Lack of daylighting is not just a drain on productivity. Over reliance on artificial lighting actually increases a building’s heat load and acts as a drain on the building’s energy. “Lighting is one of the pieces of the puzzle that people are not being very careful with,” said Rafson. “Too much light can be as bad as too little. By having windows that adjust to the amount of light, the work environment is more consistent and demands less artificial light.” While that facility may be an extreme example, “lighting is a significant load to the amount of energy added to a building,” continued Rafson. “In an office building, typically you are going to be as much as 8 kilowatt hours per-year, per-squarefoot for the lighting.” Rafson believes the next green wave will focus more strongly on daylighting and transition to more energy-efficient lighting. PIECING TOGETHER THE SUSTAINABILITY PUZZLE Rafson predicts Suntuitive and other energysaving measures will become standard ways of building a new building. “These positive 14 CAM MAGAZINE FEBRUARY 2015
incremental changes are the ones that make the biggest difference,” he said. Like assembling a jigsaw puzzle, thousands of small but important pieces need to coalesce and fit together to create a new global “picture” of a viable, sustainable energy base and building infrastructure. Energy-efficiency and renewable energy are two pieces of the puzzle that complement one another. Rafson’s own company is putting together quite a number of solar pieces. In 2010, Chart House built what was then the largest solar photovoltaic system in Michigan for Muskegon’s Torresen Marine. Chart House Energy became a MAREC business incubator tenant in 2013, and in September 2014 announced plans to build the largest non-utility solar project in West Michigan for Holland-based Agritek Industries. According to a GVSU/MAREC press release, the 505kilowatt project will include 3,740 thin-film solar frameless modules. The entire installation will provide one-third of Agriteck’s total annual power usage. Pending completion of final approvals and permits, the Agriteck project will move ahead in early 2015. Agriteck and Chart House Energy are also working together to develop and implement a new tilting ground-mounted solar racking system to allow for quicker panel installations. “This installation method will increase power production by optimizing the angle of the panels throughout the year and reducing snow cover in winter months,” said Rafson in a GVSU/MAREC press release. “A recent University of Wisconsin study
RESEARCHING THE FUTURE MAREC and its business incubator companies are conducting cutting-edge research in both solar and off-shore wind energy. Another MAREC business incubator, Energy Partners, LLC, has recently introduced technology that may be “the Holy Grail” for solar energy: A steady supply of electricity even when Mother Nature turns off that giant light bulb in the sky, aka the sun. “Solar 24™ is a solar panel with a lithium ion battery pack and electronic circuitry that allows a solar panel to provide electricity at night or other times,” according to a GVSU/MAREC press release. Unlike standard solar panels, the technology discharges energy 24 hours a day. “One of the big stumbling blocks for wind and solar energy is the fact that when the wind doesn’t blow or the sun doesn’t shine, energy doesn’t get generated,” said Boezaart. “One of the technologies that could make a big difference and could address this shortcoming is one with the ability to store energy when it is being generated and available. The Solar 24 panel has a battery pack on the backside that can capture excess energy that isn’t used when the sun is shining. It can then release that energy, for example, during night time hours or as needed for special applications.” Solar 24 is a breakthrough technology “that has positive implications globally,” said Boezaart. “Other people around the globe are working in this same area. I can’t say MAREC is the only place where this technology is being developed, but it is a truly leading-edge technology.” Since the battery pack’s introduction last year at the Chicago International Solar Show, Energy Partners has now developed a commercial-scale version of Solar 24 with a 300-watt solar panel and a high-performance control system, according to a GVSU/MAREC press release. In the wind arena, MAREC recently completed a four-year, off-shore wind research project, making the organization the first to conduct such research on the Great Lakes. “MAREC partnered with the Department of Energy to build and deploy a wind buoy on Lake Michigan,” said Ricco. “This buoy collected offshore wind measurements and data for three years.” The study also involved the use of “state-of“The Voice Of The Construction Industry”®
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the-art laser pulse technology, or LIDAR, to evaluate the wind conditions with an eye toward eventual off-shore wind development in Michigan,” added Boezaart. “I think it will open the door to future research, and ultimately towards generating wind energy on the Great Lakes, which is available out there in huge quantities.” FROM MUSKEGON TO NORTHERN ITALY In alliance with Pleotint, MAREC has turned its research capabilities towards the Suntuitive installation within its own facility. The installation features two larger windows, measuring 58.5 x 54.5 inches, and two smaller windows, measuring 58.5 x 26.5 inches. MAREC is installing monitoring equipment to compare heat gain through the more conventional existing glass and through Suntuitive. The grand experiment began in January 2015 and will yield a solid body of data “hopefully by about mid2015,” said MAREC Program Director Kim Walton. “We have installed two pyrometers, one on the Suntuitive window and one on the standard window. The windows are almost sideby-side, facing the same direction, allowing us to read the amount of solar radiation coming through each and comparing them.” The Suntuitive interlayer is installed in doublepane insulated glass units with a low-E coating and a gray tint. “We tried to install units that are as similar as possible to the building’s existing glazing units,” said Lamber. “However, we could not track down the exact construction of the existing glazing, as far as knowing what type of low-E coating was used at the time of its construction 10 years ago.” Suntuitive will soon be installed as part of a study at the Free University of Bozen-Bolzano in northern Italy. “Eight glazing units will be installed in two identical classrooms,” said Lamber. “Four units will have Suntuitive and four will not. They will be identical in terms of glazing construction.” With the two different classrooms located next door to each other, both sets of windows will have the same sun angle and exposure. “Each classroom is on the same floor and in the same position,” said Lamber. “They will study how the window units interact with the existing light and temperature control systems in the room. They will also obtain feedback from the students on how they perceive the difference between the two types of units.” The University of Bozen-Bolzano is also working with Purdue University and with the engineering faculty of other U.S. higher education institutions. “The whole idea is to demonstrate what the energy savings are in an actual building,” said Lamber. “We know what Suntuitive does in a lab, but what are the energy savings in a particular building in relation to certain conditions and control systems?”
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SUNTUITIVE BENEFITS AND MARKETS But Suntuitive has already produced results in the field, leaving some design professionals wishing they knew about the technology sooner. “There is a higher education facility in southwestern Michigan that could have benefitted from Suntuitive,” said David Bell, PE, LEED AP BD + C, CGD, senior mechanical engineer at Progressive AE, Grand Rapids and one of only about six certified geo-exchange designers in Michigan. “It was only toward the end of our design process that we became familiar with Suntuitive. Based on the layout of the campus, a two-story high exterior glass atrium faces southwest – a perfect orientation for Suntuitive.” Creating thermal comfort in the glass atrium for those fleeting days of summer would have been burdensome on the mechanical system. “Even if a building only uses the air conditioning eight weeks out of the year, we are required to design a mechanical system to accommodate conditions throughout the year,” said Bell. “Large fans and ductwork would be necessary to cool the space adequately for a limited time. Something like Suntuitive would have cut down on the size of the entire mechanical system. “Suntuitive opens up opportunities for architects and engineers,” Bell continued. “The architect can partner with the mechanical engineer, with a goal of intentionally reducing the heat load by adding Suntuitive, which also accounts for a host of other benefits such as clear views from within the building, reduction of artificial lighting, and reduced glare. It also presents the architectural possibilities of perhaps shortening the floor-to-floor height of the building, because we don’t have to account for all of that ductwork anymore.” Clearly, Suntuitive’s impact on the mechanical system can be substantial. Suntuitive has a long list of benefits and, according to Lamber, even fulfills several key points in a sustainability guideline created by Carnegie Mellon University’s Center for Building Performance and Diagnostics (CBPD). Pleotint’s Dr. Byker recently gave a seminar on dynamic windows at the
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Center after meeting with Dr. Volker Hartkopf, Carnegie Mellon professor of architecture and CBPD director. Suntuitive meets several of the parameters listed in CBPD’s “10 Guidelines for High-Performance Building Facades/Enclosures,” including access to nature, daylighting, enclosure life and systems integration. Given its benefits, the number of Suntuitive installation is continuing to grow. “Both Thompson IG and some of our partners globally are all landing more and more projects,” said Liposcak. “It is encouraging how fast it is growing.” Specialty transportation applications may be the next market for this award-winning window technology. “This market could include anything from cruise ships to automotive, bus or train applications,” said Liposcak. Lamber also sees a viable market for Suntuitive in the healthcare arena. “By not having to install and then clean blinds and other shading devices, there is a great deal less cleaning and sanitizing necessary with Suntuitive in the medical setting,” she said. Back in its West Michigan birthplace, Suntuitive is ideal for luxury beach homes on Lake Michigan. “In our area, we have upscale homes on the bluffs on Lake Michigan facing southwest,” said Boezaart. “Many of those homes would probably benefit considerably from having Suntuitive technology on their large glass expanses facing west or southwest because the technology blocks a great deal of the heat penetration.” Introduced only a few years ago, Suntuitive is making significant inroads in the marketplace. Suntuitive not only offers great views to the outdoors for those indoors, but also is creating a new window of opportunity for energy savings. Moreover, Liposcak finds it personally gratifying to add this green window to the global sustainability puzzle being collectively assembled by companies, organizations and individuals around the world. “What I like about Suntuitive is that this product is a social good, and it is making a positive contribution,” said Liposcak.
Suntuitive’s long list of benefits gives it the ability to add to the credit tally of a LEED-registered building. David Bell, PE, LEED AP BD + C, CGD, senior mechanical engineer at Progressive AE, Grand Rapids, points to four specific LEED credits impacted by Suntuitive. Suntuitive can contribute toward a LEED credit for energy performance under the Energy and Atmosphere category. “Any proposed project gets compared to the energy performance of a minimally code-compliant building,” said Bell. “Suntuitive has a positive contribution to this credit by driving down the solar heat gain compared to a standard window product. Although it is obviously dependent on the architectural design’s placement of the windows, Suntuitive can go a long ways towards reducing the energy consumed by a building.” The second LEED credit impacted relates to Indoor Environmental Quality, specifically thermal comfort design. Without Suntuitive, “a person sitting next to or near a window may be uncomfortable due to the solar gain,” said Bell. “They may even close the blinds, and if they do so, it impacts Credit 8.2 in the Indoor Environmental Quality category, namely the LEED credit for providing views to the outdoors. This exposes the strength of the LEED rating system, in that all of our choices are connected. The Suntuitive product is able to help designers capture benefits in multiple ways while mitigating adverse effects.” The fourth potential LEED credit is for Innovation in Design. “The credit is granted on a case-by-case basis, but a case could be that a project team is using this new technology to advance the whole building industry,” added Bell.
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The Michigan Alternative and Renewable Energy Center has its roots in the Michigan Smart Zone Network established in 2000. The Smart Zone “offered cities an opportunity to identify stressed areas of land, such as Brownfields, abandoned industrial sites and the like,” said T. Arnold (Arn) Boezaart, the now retired former director of MAREC. As former vice president of grant programs for the Community Foundation of Muskegon County, Boezaart also commissioned the first commercial wind turbine in the Muskegon region on the rooftop of the Frauenthal Center for the Performing Arts, home of the Community Foundation. As part of the Smart Zone program, the City of Muskegon nominated, and the State of Michigan accepted, the former Continental Motors site on Muskegon Lake as a Smart Zone. The site was once host to the sprawling Teledyne/Continental Motors foundry and manufacturing facility that manufactured tank components and other critical material during World War II on the shores of Muskegon Lake. Redevelopment of the Smart Zone sites was a three-way partnership between “the city where the property is located, the Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC) that provided guidance, some initial startup funds and ongoing support, and the Grand Valley State University affiliation,” said Boezaart. “The university brings academic resources, talent, research capability and student engagement. This is the recipe for what the State believes will be a successful formula for revitalizing some of these challenging redevelopment areas.” The new technology, business development and job opportunities generated by this alliance would help staunch the “brain drain” of young talent from Michigan. Grand Valley State University (GVSU) - an institution with approximately 14 LEED-certified buildings - agreed to be the university affiliate. “MAREC is a fully linked operational unit of GVSU, but it is an economic development facility first and foremost rather than an academic facility,” said Boezaart. Smart Zone funds for the construction of the MAREC building were granted and the structure was built in 2003. The rest of the story is about the emergence of an organization that has spearheaded
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leading-edge developments in the alternative and renewable energy arena. As a business incubator, MAREC “has supported primarily start-up businesses, but through our partnerships with the Michigan Small Business Development Center, we have also assisted established and growing companies as well,” said MAREC Director Kevin Ricco. “MAREC has worked with wind, solar, and bio-digestion projects. We have also worked with companies that have developed more efficient energy technologies, such as improved turbine efficiencies, improved energy storage, and more efficient lighting and HVAC controls. MAREC has also organized and hosted numerous workshops and seminars and has been involved in several community projects and community education efforts, both in the past and currently. “We have also been involved in several areas of alternative energy research and demonstrations, including solar, wind, and the use of micro-turbines,” said Ricco. Ricco provides an overview of political and technical developments influencing renewable energy. “There has certainly been a greater focus on developing renewable and sustainable energy over the last decade due in large part to policy changes and tax incentives at the state and federal levels,” said Ricco. “There has also been a much greater emphasis on climate change and the desire for the U.S. to become more energy independent and less reliant on fossil fuels.” Ricco sees a tremendous improvement in the technologies surrounding renewable energy. Some recent cutting-edge developments in solar include “tremendous improvements in solar PV power output and efficiency, allowing similar sized arrays to produce more energy output than just a few years ago,” said Ricco. “The manufacturing technologies and methods related to solar have dramatically improved. This has lowered production costs, making the price of solar more competitive with fossil fuel, such as coal. There has been great improvement in energy storage, particularly related to Li-ion batteries. Power inverters, needed to convert the DC current produced by solar to AC current, have also become much more efficient.” In terms of the political climate, “I do believe that
the political climate in the U.S., specifically in Michigan, will continue to favor renewable energy,” said Ricco. “I think Michigan will not only renew its Renewable Portfolio Standard (a designated percentage of power to be derived from renewable or alternative energy) but will increase it slightly. At some point over the next few years I believe the price of fossil fuels, particularly oil, will again rise, helping to re-focus efforts on alternative and renewable forms of energy development. The policy changes and the improvements in technology taken together have made renewables much more price competitive with traditional fossil fuels.” A MAREC business incubator client, Robert Rafson, president of Chart House Energy, LLC, also anticipates a positive political climate. “Due to positive governmental changes by the end of next year, we will be at 10 percent renewable energy in Michigan,” said Rafson. “If Governor Snyder follows through in his campaign commitments, he will submit and support increasing the Renewable Portfolio Standards to 30 percent by 2035. “I think in some ways the change is going to happen regardless,” he added, “and it will be driven by economic rather than governmental changes. People are implementing energy efficiency and renewable energy measures in their own lives more frequently.” It was only a short while ago that businesses and homeowners were replacing incandescent light bulbs with CFLs. Now retailers are offering $4 dollar, screw-in LED light bulbs that may soon eclipse the CFL. “The LED light bulb is going to last 100 times longer than the compact fluorescent, use half the energy and all without any mercury in it (CFLs have mercury). So it’s less impact, less energy and less costs,” said Rafson. “In the future, the big change is going to be the slow and positive shift of businesses and residences towards reducing and even producing their own power.” For MAREC as an organization, Ricco says, “I believe that MAREC will be uniquely positioned to be a leader in this field, whether it’s through research assistance, business development assistance, or funding assistance to start-up companies. We are focusing on becoming more adaptable to change, so that we can redirect our efforts quickly based on the needs of the market.”
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Established in 1964, Homrich is recognized as one of the premier demolition and environmental contractors in the industry. Over its past 50 years in business, Homrich has earned respect as an innovative industry leader, having built a valued reputation based on its ability to perform safe, highquality services with professional on-time results. With 50 years behind the firm and moving into its third generation of management, Homrich has performed numerous high-profile demolition projects throughout the Midwest and in its own home base in the Detroit area, including a recent noteworthy project for the Detroit Housing Commission. In September 2013, the Detroit Housing Commission awarded Homrich two separate contracts for the total demolition of all 18 buildings in the Brewster-Douglas Housing Project. Located on 32 acres in downtown Detroit, the Brewster-Douglas complex is near major highways, professional sports arenas and casinos. The Brewster-Douglas complex was the largest residential housing project owned by the City of Detroit. Located in Detroit’s Brush Park and built between 1935 and 1955, the Brewster Projects have quite a storied past. First Lady Eleanor Roosevelt broke ground for the 701-unit development for what was the first federally funded public housing development open to African Americans. The complex was home to such notable figures as Diana Ross, Mary Wilson, Florence Ballard, Lily Tomlin, Loni Love, the Supremes and Etterlene DeBarge. This complex was also seen in screenshots for the movie Dreamgirls. The first phase of demolition was removal of a 12-building complex known as the Douglas Rowhouse units. These two-story buildings housed 108,000 square feet of space, and were wood-framed construction with a brick façade. Two six-story mid-rise structures and four 15-story buildings were adjacent to the Rowhouses. In total, these six buildings, commonly referred to as the high-rise buildings, contained more than 470,000 square feet of space. Unlike the wood-framed Rowhouses, the high-rise buildings were constructed of concrete with a brick façade. During the initial bidding phase, the Detroit Housing Commission decided to separate the asbestos abatement contracts from the demolition contracts. However, during the initial phases of demolition planning on the high rise structures, it was discovered that the entire concrete frame structure was coated with an asbestos-containing mastic material, as well as other hidden asbestos-containing materials. Utilizing standard removal practices, the entire brick façade would need to be removed from the building. The chemical removal of the underlying mastic material would need to be removed with the aid of scaffolding. The discovery of this material and its potential cost would normally cripple a project of this magnitude. However, Homrich being a licensed asbestos abatement contractor, met with the governing regulatory agencies and devised a demolition plan that would satisfy all MIOSHA and NESHAP regulations, while Visit us online at www.cammagazineonline.com
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still allowing the project to be performed in a reasonably productive way considering the circumstances. Homrich presented this approach to the Detroit Housing Commission, and the Commission elected to proceed with Homrich’s combined asbestos/demolition plan in lieu of the original split-contracting process. With the asbestos mastic materials remaining on the building during demolition, Homrich’s field staff had to perform the demolition project as a Class 1 asbestos removal project wearing Tyvek suits and respirators. Homrich utilized their ultramodern Hitachi 800 Ultra High Reach in combination with an old-fashioned wrecking ball hung from a 200-ton truck crane. This approach allowed Homrich to safely demolish the four 15story high-rise buildings down to a level where the structures could be reached and demolition could be completed by the company’s array of Komatsu excavators, including the PC710, PC400 and PC800. Homrich also utilized two Dust Boss misting units to control any emissions generated during the demolition project. 20 CAM MAGAZINE FEBRUARY 2015
In total, Homrich handled over 75,000 tons of asbestos-contaminated construction and demolition material, 20,000 tons of concrete and 2,500 tons of scrap metal. Homrich also delivered over 48,000 tons of backfill material to the site in order to bring the site back up to grade. Topsoil and seeding will create a Greenfield site ready for redevelopment in the near future. Homrich is proud to have been part of this complex, challenging project, as well as the many others it has successfully completed in its home base of the City of Detroit. Homrich is helping revitalize the City of Detroit one project at a time. “Homrich 4 Detroit” is the company’s local slogan as it continues to help city neighborhoods by demolishing over 1,000 abandoned houses this year alone. As the City of Detroit celebrates its revitalization, Homrich also recently celebrated its 50th year in business by hosting a 50th Anniversary Extravaganza with over 500 business associates, friends and family in attendance. “The Voice Of The Construction Industry”®
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Homrich was contracted to provide demolition and abatement services on the Bates Garage parking structure, a five-level, 600-space facility located in the heart of downtown Detroit. Homrich worked closely with MDOT and the City of Detroit, while coordinating the closing and rerouting of roads and sidewalks in order to accommodate the demolition project, which was surrounded on three sides by heavily used roads and sidewalks. Due to the constraints presented by both foot and vehicle traffic, Homrich had a very detailed, site-specific Health and Safety Plan in place to address the special considerations of this project. Compounding the delicate nature of the project was the fact that the parking deck abutted two other buildings, one of which was the historic National Theater. By employing specialized procedures, Homrich was able to meticulously separate the structures and leave the two adjacent structures intact. Trucking and hauling activities were very active on this site as nearly 24,000 tons of concrete were hauled away. Additionally, over 700 tons of scrap metal was hauled away, and another 22,000 tons of backfill were delivered back onto the site in order to bring the lower level of the parking structure back up to street grade. With a total of 1,342 semiloads of material coming and going from the site, Homrich crews were able to complete this project without incidence despite thechallenges presented by a heavy traffic area in downtown Detroit. Visit us online at www.cammagazineonline.com
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ADAMO TACKLES DETROIT RESIDENTIAL BLIGHT PHOTOS COURTESY OF ADAMO GROUP
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utility shut-off clearances to help Adamo keep the project on schedule. The logistics of trucking high volumes of debris to landfills was hampered by limited trucking availability during the busy summer construction season, and the total shutdown of I-96. Longer routes to landfills had to be taken, consuming valuable time, and special arrangements had to be initiated with the local landfills to keep their facilities open for extended hours during the week and on Saturdays to accommodate the project’s objectives. Interaction from the community throughout the project has been very positive overall. During the due diligence stage, it was common for residents to approach crews and thank them for their work and for helping to improve the image of their neighborhoods. One resident wrote a letter to the Mayor, applauding Adamo for its quick emergency work on a structure that was in danger of falling on her home. As 2014’s residential demolition wrapped up, Adamo crews made final grades and site restorations to parcels where hundreds of blighted homes stood just a few weeks ago.
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Detroit residential blight removal is underway. Adamo Group has been a leader in the programs targeting blighted and abandoned homes in Detroit this year. Though Adamo has performed residential demolition in Detroit for nearly two decades, the company’s work through the City of Detroit and the Detroit Land Bank Authority (DLBA) since April 2014 has reached unprecedented levels. In the last nine months Adamo has demolished nearly 1,300 blighted structures and will continue its work in 2015. Adamo is utilizing a variety of mid-sized excavators to level the structures and load the debris into trucks, as well as bulldozers for backfilling and grading. At the peak of the work this summer, six to eight crews, consisting of two to three workers per crew, operated on a six days per week, 10 hours per day schedule to meet the aggressive timelines mandated by the City of Detroit and DLBA. The work has not been without a few challenges along the way, including torrential downpours, squatters, and the coordination of utility disconnections. The Detroit Police Department has been a great help in assisting with squatters, and DTE has worked at a rapid pace to achieve
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ADAMO GROUP DEMOLISHES FIRE-DAMAGED FACTORY IN DETROIT PROJECT DESCRIPTIONS AND PHOTOS SUBMITTED COURTESY OF ADAMO GROUP
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In March 2014 Adamo Group Inc. (Adamo) assisted the Detroit Fire Department (DFD) with a two-alarm fire at the Palmer Promotional Products plant at 1600 Farnsworth Street. Several small fires inside the building quickly spread and converged into one huge fire that burned for five days. Adamo was called in to supplement the services of another Detroit-based demolition company, Farrow Group, Inc., who was contracted by the DFD to assist with clean up at fire-damaged sites.
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With 50 years of experience and expertise, Adamo Group is called upon regularly for a variety of emergency work, including fires, sinkholes, and debris and hazardous materials management. Because these events commonly occur within city limits – affecting thousands of residents, businesses and commuters – time is of the utmost importance. Adamo acted quickly to remove the plant’s collapsing building
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components and keep the site contained to ensure the two neighboring facilities, which were evacuated because of the fire, would be safe to reoccupy and resume business as soon as possible. Adamo supplied its APEX 70 UHD and Cat 385CL excavators to clear paths, which allowed the DFD to gain better access to various isolated fires. Demolition of the six-story,
500,000-square-foot factory continued under the direction of the DFD Fire Marshall to safeguard areas of the building that were severely compromised as a result of the extreme temperatures from the fire. After making the building safe, Adamo was contracted by the building owner to complete the demolition of the burnt-out factory. Once the flames were finally exhausted and the smoke subsided, the network of buildings, some nearly a century old, was devastated. While the structures were constructed of reinforced concrete and designed to withstand extremes, they could not hold up to the fire that ravaged them for nearly a week. Buckled, crumbling concrete walls were the obvious result of the fire. Less evident was the potential environmental impact of the blaze. Due to environmental and safety concerns associated with the site clean-up and eventual building demolition, City of Detroit officials requested the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (USEPA) assist in overseeing the project. The USEPA and the Michigan Department of Environmental Quality (MDEQ) began inspecting the facility to assess the environmental impact and exposure. The evidence of regulated asbestos-containing material (RACM) in the smoldering debris piles and the potential PCB-impacted transformers were of particular concern. Further investigation verified that the building debris was contaminated with RACM levels so great that all of the debris, including the buildings still standing, had to be removed as asbestos-containing waste materials. Adamo also promptly established protocols for the testing and monitoring of all sources potentially impacted with PCB contaminants. Safety requirements and standards were reviewed daily to ensure the protection of the workers, the buildings and neighboring occupants. Oversight officials confirmed that area residents and nearby businesses were protected throughout the project, through the concerted efforts of the USEPA’s on-site consultant, regular meetings between Adamo, the USEPA and MDEQ, and the meticulous work plans developed by Adamo and approved by the regulatory agencies. With over 60,000 cubic yards of debris removed, the project concluded with final clean up and site restoration in June 2014.
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WSU ADVANCED TECHNOLOGY EDUCATION CENTER: A STUDY IN SUSTAINABILITY PHOTOGRAPHY BY CHRISTOPHER LARK
Reusing or recycling the common plastic grocery bag is a relatively easy way to go green. What is not so easy is reusing and recycling an entire grocery store. The Christman Company, Lansing, and NORR, LLC, Detroit transformed a non-descript Farmer Jack grocery store into a contemporary vision in glass and metal panels. A new raised-entry canopy and curtain wall system announces the presence of Wayne State University’s (WSU) state-of the-art Advanced Technology Education Center (A-TEC) along 12 Mile Road in Warren. A wonderful palette of green and bronze metal panels completes the transformation of the building from bland to beautiful. But more than sheer visual appeal takes the building into a new era. The sustainable features of this LEED-registered facility complement the research taking place within the building. Complementary to industries located in the area, A-TEC services an important and growing industry segment while leveraging opportunities with the local business community. A-TEC focuses on teaching advanced automotive technology, including battery and electric vehicle engineering, systems engineering, computer and information systems, and business programs. The facility will also serve as a research center for automotive battery and hybrid technologies. As part of A-TEC’s mission, the newly renovated facility showcases these emerging vehicle technologies. Alternative fuel-charging stations are provided for over six percent of the total parking capacity. In addition, preferred parking spaces for low-emitting and fuel-efficient vehicles are provided for over two percent of total parking capacity. WSU, a nationally recognized research institution with a main campus in Midtown Detroit and six extension centers throughout Southeast Michigan, saw the project as an opportunity to work with its next-door neighbor, namely Macomb Community College’s (MCC) South Campus located directly across 12 Mile Road. WSU is working with MCC-South Campus as a national model for future community college and university partnerships. Christman commenced construction in September 2013 and reached completion in August 2014. Sustainability was a driving force in all project phases, including the installation of light-colored concrete as the hardscape of choice. This option was selected to reduce the urban heat island effect of this mostly paved site. The project involved partial demolition of the existing structure, originally built in 1974. One of the major sustainability goals and challenges was to reuse as much of the existing building as possible. The majority of the existing steel superstructure and masonry walls were reused, repaired or re-clad. Unfortunately, many of the interior walls and finishes were damaged beyond restoration and had to be removed. 26 CAM MAGAZINE FEBRUARY 2015
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A new raised-entry canopy and curtain wall system is part of the design and construction “magic” that turned a former Farmer Jack grocery story into WSU’s Advanced Technology Education Center.
The project team also focused on providing building occupants with a high-quality indoor environment. From the early design phase, the project team concentrated on methods to improve indoor air quality by specifying low VOCemitting materials, finishes and furniture systems. An IAQ construction plan and a green housekeeping policy controlled pollutants within the interior, as well. A campus-wide Green Housekeeping policy is used to protect the health of building occupants and to prevent harm to the environment. For example, all toilet room paper products are manufactured from recycled materials. In another initiative, a dedicated, central recycling center will be located in the shipping and receiving area; green and yellow collection bins are located in high-traffic areas, such as the lobby, hallways and classrooms; and recycling containers have been provided in each room for paper. WSU has instituted a low-mercury policy all across campus, and has standardized proper purchasing and installation procedures to implement this policy. An Integrated Pest Management program is also being used in order to project the health of occupants and to prevent harm to the environment.
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SUSTAINABLE SITE: WSU purchased a vacant Farmer Jack Grocery store and renovated a building that once was functionally obsolete, giving it a new purpose. The location takes full advantage of pedestrian access to the campus and nearby services. Biodiversity and walkability is promoted onsite. WATER EFFICIENCY: The landscaping was designed to require no irrigation, reducing the use of potable water required to keep everything green. In addition, with careful selection of interior plumbing fixtures, the project is anticipating a 42 percent reduction in potable water and sewage usage. ENERGY EFFICIENCY: Commissioning of all HVAC, lighting and domestic water systems was conducted to ensure that all systems operate as designed. All equipment was selected to cause minimal damage to the atmosphere. The designs for HVAC and lighting systems employed efficient equipment and technologies, resulting in projected use of 30.37 percent less energy than the baseline established
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FIVE DECADES OF EXPERIENCE & EXPERTISE Adamo Group, a second-generation family business founded in 1964 by John T. T. Adamo, Sr., is currently presided over by sons John T. Adamo, Jr. and Richard Adamo. We are proud to celebrate five decades of success built on integrity, experience, and quality of work. Adamo, one of the nation’s leading demolition and site decommissioning companies, has been influential in shaping the industry landscape. Adamo was principal in a landmark case that set certain environmental standards that remain in practice to this day. Additionally, Adamo was uniquely involved in the development and testing of the first demolition shear — a tool fundamental to today’s demolition industry. Adamo closed deals with a handshake and a promise 50 years ago, and while today’s business is solidified by contract, our integrity and commitment to our clients remains as strong as it’s been from the start. Call Adamo Group today, and put five decades of experience and expertise behind your next project. Above: John and Richard Adamo
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by ASHRAE standard 90.1-2007. The new systems resulting from the renovations save 94.8 metric tons of carbon dioxide from being released into the atmosphere. That equates to 220 barrels of oil or 2,441 seedling trees grown for 10 years, or 20 passenger vehicles used. MATERIALS AND RESOURCES: During construction, 93 percent of all construction waste was reclaimed and recycled,
while recycled materials were used extensively throughout the project. By cost, recycled materials made up 22 percent of the total cost of materials, while 22 percent were sourced regionally. INDOOR ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY: An IAQ plan was implemented to combat the growing concerns regarding issues associated with indoor air quality. Low-emitting materials
were selected in order to reduce any adverse effects on IAQ once the building was occupied. The HVAC system was designed to meet the minimum IAQ requirements. No smoking is permitted within 25 feet of any air intake louvers. The HVAC system was designed to maintain temperatures and humidity in accordance with ASHRAE standard 55-2007. Information provided courtesy of The Christman Company with CAM Magazine’s editorial input. The
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Constructors, Inc., Livonia and Reston, VA • Painting – Detroit Spectrum Painters, Warren • Fencing – Future Fence Company, Warren • Raised Floor – Haworth, Holland, MI • Commissioning – Horizon Engineering Associates, Novi • Flooring – Ideal Floor Covering, Rochester • Testing & Balance – International Test and Balance, Inc., Southfield, MI • Plumbing – John E. Green, Highland Park • Electrical – LaBelle Electric, Macomb Twp. • Civil Engineering and Landscaping – Mannik & Smith Group, Inc., Canton, MI • Masonry – Rosati Masonry Contractors, Rochester Hills • Structural Steel – Ross Structural Steel, Detroit • Roofing – Schreiber Corporation, Wixom • Fire Protection – Shambaugh & Son, Southfield • Controls – Siemens, Warren • Drywall – Turner Brooks, Inc., Madison Heights • Landscaping Contractor – Turner’s Nursery & Landscape, Ann Arbor • Glazing/Building Envelope – Universal Glass & Metal, Detroit • HVAC – Ventcon, Allen Park The construction manager provides the project participation list for CAM Magazine’s Construction Highlight.
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Onset Announces New Data Logger for Building Performance Monitoring
Onset, a world leader in data loggers, has announced a new high-performance, LCD display data logger for building performance monitoring applications. Starting at $139, the HOBO UX120-006M Analog Logger provides twice the accuracy of previous models, a deployment-friendly LCD, and support for up to four external sensors for measuring temperature, current, CO2, voltage, and more. This enables energy engineers, facility managers, and others to easily and affordably solve a range of building performance applications, including energy audits, building commissioning studies, and equipment scheduling optimization. The HOBO UX120 Analog Logger streamlines building performance monitoring applications in a number of ways. For example, it features an easy-to-view LCD that visually confirms logger operation and battery status, eliminating the need
to connect the logger to a computer to view the information. As the logger records, the LCD provides a near real-time readout of the current measurements as well as minimum, maximum, average, and standard deviation statistics. Onscreen alarms can be set for each channel to notify users when a sensor reading exceeds high or low thresholds. The logger also features a large memory capacity capable of storing 1.9 million measurements. This enables the loggers to be deployed for longer periods between offloads. Firmware is user upgradeable, and the logger offers start, stop, and restart pushbuttons to make installation fast and easy. Once data has been recorded with the HOBO UX120 Analog Logger, it can be easily viewed in graph form and analyzed using Onset’s HOBOware® Pro software. Time-saving tools allow users to batch-configure and readout dozens of loggers in a fraction of the time it would take with previous generations – a particular advantage in large-scale monitoring projects. The software also features a Bulk Export tool that allows users to export data files to text format for use in spreadsheets. The HOBO UX120-006M Analog Logger is available immediately from Onset and is priced at $139. Complete pricing details and technical specifications can be found at www.onsetcomp.com.
New Acuity Brands BR LED Lamps Deliver Warm Illumination, Long Life and Energy Savings Acuity Brands, Inc. has expanded the Acculamp® economy grade series to include BR LED lamps – BR20, BR30 and the voluminous BR40. All three BR LED lamps deliver the warm illumination traditionally associated with incandescent BR lamps, while using 83 percent less energy and delivering an expected service life of more than 45 years. Additionally, BR LED lamps resemble the physical look of incandescent bulbs. New BR LED lamps provide an energy-efficient solution that maintains the warm light output from traditional sources. The smooth exterior and reflector design eliminates visibility of the LEDs, and the affordable price allows customers to seamlessly upgrade from incandescent lamps. The BR20, BR30 and BR40 lamps replace 50, 75 and 100-watt lamps, while only using 8, 12 and 17-watts respectively. They are available in lumen packages of 500, 850 and 1045, and are dimmable down to 10 percent. Acculamp develops a comprehensive assortment of LED-based lamps for specification-grade and economy-grade performance in an unobtrusive design. Acculamp LED lamps are ideal for track, recessed and accent lighting use in both residential and commercial applications. The lamps are backed by a five-year limited warranty.
ANBO Announces Snow Blade for Compact Machines A new generation of spring-trip snow blades designed specifically for smaller, lighter machines has been announced by ANBO Manufacturing. The WorkPro Series of blades can be tailored to the customer’s specific requirements for machine size and horsepower. The blades are lightweight (245-350 lbs.) and can be offered in a broad range of widths from 3’ to 8’ to accommodate a variety of machines and tasks. WorkPro blades come standard with a 25” high mold board and a five-position manual adjustment for angles up to 30 degrees left and right. The blade is available with hydraulic angle, as well. Anyone purchasing the manual blade can upgrade the same blade with the hydraulic kit. If the machine does not have a third function for hydraulics, ANBO can supply a diverter valve to allow full hydraulic function. A high-carbon steel replaceable cutting edge comes standard, but the blade can also be fitted with a rubber cutting edge for softer surfaces, driveways and parking lots. Spring-trip tension can be varied by adjusting the number of springs that are installed. The blade comes standard with two springs for typical snow plow use, but a third spring can be easily added making the WorkPro ideal for gravel and road work. All WorkPro models come standard with abrasion resistant skid shoes and can optionally be fitted with box ends and marker flags. As with all ANBO attachments, the WorkPro Series has a wide range of standard mounts. In addition ANBO will customize mounts to fit any tractor, loader or skid steer. ANBO technicians will set up the blade to ensure that is ready to hook up and go to work immediately on deliver. For more than 60 years, ANBO Manufacturing has been a leading manufacturer and innovator of agricultural, construction, forestry and landscaping attachments. Visit www.anbomanufacturing.com for complete product details.
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The Secret of Making Duct Tape - Shurtape® Explains Why Not All Duct Tape is Created Equal Although there are a million and one uses for duct tape, there are only a few ways to make it. In North America, the most common methods are through lamination or co-extrusion processes – both of which Shurtape®, a leading manufacturer of pressure-sensitive tapes, utilizes in making its comprehensive line of duct tapes. So, what’s the difference and which is best for the job? Lamination is the most common method for manufacturing duct tape, and involves the continuous combination of film, cloth and adhesive. Laminated duct tapes are flexible and conformable to a variety of surfaces, delivering better performance for uneven or curved surfaces. They are also available in multiple color, printed and metalized options. A second, less common, method of manufacturing duct tape is through a co-extrusion process. So exclusive a process, Shurtape – with its Polybonded CO-EX Technology® – is one of only two duct tape manufacturers in North America to embrace this innovative technology. Made with cast film, co-extruded duct tapes differ in thickness and look from their laminated counterparts. Laminated duct tapes are thicker due to the film and cloth and appear wavy because of non-uniform cloth lines or interstices. Co-extruded duct tapes
have a signature dotted appearance, and despite not being as thick as laminated tapes, offer better strength and consistent film thickness to allow strips to lay flat and evenly. Additionally, co-extruded duct tapes have a less conformable backing, making them most suitable for even surfaces, and are available in a few select solid color options. For added versatility, co-extruded duct tapes tear straight and, as there’s no risk of delamination, can be used in both indoor and outdoor applications. Some even feature a UV-resistant barrier that allows them to withstand exposure to direct sunlight. Duct tape may be relied upon for a multitude of jobs, but there isn’t a one-sizefits-all solution. Several factors, including location, surface and duration of use, can affect performance and should be considered when selecting the right tape for the application. Visit Shurtape.com for more information about Shurtape’s laminated and co-extruded duct tape options.
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Chicago Faucets’ New Pressure Balancing Shower Valve Provides Enhanced Shower Performance
From leveling formwork and setting digital slopes outdoors, to aligning and layout work indoors, the Hilti PR 30-HVS does it all while bringing reliability and durability to a new level. This durable tool is designed to be dropresistant from standard working height due to an internal damping system, shock absorbing casing, and four shock-absorbing handles. Simple and intuitive to use with best in class leveling time, the PR 30HVS also has improved keypads and an integrated remote/laser receiver for maximum productivity and simplicity. The optional PRA 90 Automatic Tripod can be controlled with the same remote/laser receiver and makes automatic horizontal alignment a fast and easy one-person task. Hilti rotating lasers are highly accurate tools - even with Hilti’s built-in protection features, such instruments can be effected over time by everyday use. The PR 30-HVS Rotating Laser is backed by Hilti Calibration Service to provide continued reliability and accuracy. When sent to Hilti for repair, the PR 30-HVS will be calibrated and adjusted as needed, with the calibration confirmed in writing for professional assurance. The PR 30-HVS is also covered by Hilti’s Lifetime Service, a unique service agreement that includes two years of no-cost coverage. For more information about the Hilti PR 30-HVS Rotating Laser, please contact Hilti Customer Service. From the U.S. call Hilti, Inc. at (800) 879-8000 or visit www.us.hilti.com; from Canada, call Hilti (Canada) Corporation at (800) 3634458 or visit www.hilti.ca.
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Chicago Faucets expands the selection of pressure-balancing tub and shower fittings with a new valve that incorporates several significant updates to match unique needs, design and budget for every application. The new tub and shower fittings are ideal for education, healthcare, hospitality, multi-family and fitness applications. With its finely-tuned ceramic operating cartridge, the new Chicago Faucets pressure-balancing shower valve offers improved flow management, precise hot- and cold-water mixing, simplified hot water volume adjustment, and a reduced flow rate (GPM) for both tub and shower service. Hot and cold supply inlet check stops are built into every valve. The complete fittings feature modern wall trim styling, with a polished chrome wall plate that's dual-indexed: embossed "H" and "C" and colorcoded temperature graduation allow the user to adjust temperature quickly and easily. The new Chicago Faucets shower valve is available as part of a complete system that includes a choice of shower head, a diverter tub spout and all finishing trim. The valve may also be purchased separately. Installation is easy: valve inlets and outlets with both 1/2" NPT and copper sweat connections are built in. All Chicago Faucets tub and shower fittings are fully compliant with relevant plumbing codes and standards. More information on these products can be found at www.chicagofaucets.com or by calling (800) 566-2100.
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Larson Electronics Announces the Addition of a 240 Watt Wall Pack Light to Their Line of Explosion Proof Lighting Larson Electronics, a leading manufacturer and distributor of high quality lighting for over 40 years, has announced the release of a 240 Watt Explosion Proof LED Wall Pack Light fixture that provides operators with a powerful and energy efficient alternative to traditional hazardous location luminaires. The HAL-RSLED-240W is designed for indoor and outdoor use, wet locations, and areas containing moisture, dirt, corrosion, vibration and rough usage. The HAL-RSLED-240W Wall Pack Light from Larson Electronics is a Class 1 Division 2, Class 2 Division 1 & 2 hazardous location light fixture that provides 21,300 lumen of high quality light while drawing only 240 watts. The copper free die-cast aluminum alloy body is powder coated for added durability and an attractive aesthetic appearance. Light weight and a low profile make this unit an attractive alternative to larger and heavier older fixtures and require less hardware
to install. This robust luminaire can outperform a 400 watt metal halide fixture in brightness while consuming half the power. This light is multi-voltage capable and can be operated with 90-277 VAC, 127-300 VDC, or 347-477 VAC. The aluminum body and LED lamp give this light excellent durability and resistance to vibration and impacts. The housing is specially designed to dissipate heat which increases the efficiency and lifespan of the LED luminaires. A special heat dissipating design in conjunction with LED technology helps this fixture to achieve an excellent 100,000 hour rated lifespan
Ergodyne Launches New Battery Operated Heated Jacket Ergodyne has announced the expansion of their CORE Performance Work Wear® Outer Layer Series to include the 6490 Heated Jacket with Removable Sleeves. With three heat settings and two heat zones on the chest and back, this versatile battery powered jacket not only comes with removable sleeves, but also offers an adapter extension wire to connect to alternative power sources including, but not limited, to tool batteries. With three heat settings - low, medium and high - and the ability to turn the jacket into a vest, the 6490 heated jacket is designed to be used in any temperature – chilly or downright subzero. The two heating zones located on the chest and back deliver heat to the body's core regions and is activated through an easy touch heat control button on the outside of the jacket. Boasting three pockets and a convenient battery holder pocket, the 6490 heated jacket is unique to the market with its extension wire allowing a worker
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to heat the jacket from an alternative power source. Key Features: • Two heat zones to distribute heat to core body regions: chest and back • Three heat settings: low, medium, and high • Preheat (red blinking button) option for increased warm up time • Adapter extension wire allows user to heat jacket from alternative power source, or tool battery • Easy touch controller button to navigate through heat settings and pre-heat option
with 80% lumen retention. This fixture has multiple mounting options including direct conduit, pole mounting, surface mounting with a wall bracket and cable mounting. Larson Electronics carries an extensive line of explosion proof LED lights, LED work lights, light towers, intrinsically safe LED lights, portable work lights and industrial grade LED area lights. You can view Larson Electronics’ entire line of industrial grade lighting by visiting them on the Web at www.larsonelectronics.com. You can also call (800) 369-6671 to learn more about all of Larson Electronics’ lighting products, or call (903) 498-3363 for international inquires.
• Up to nine hours of continuous heat on low setting, five hours on medium setting, and three hours on high setting • Water and wind resistant outer shell • Soft, warm fleece lining • Drawstring waist • Three external pockets • Convenient battery holder pocket inside jacket with zipper closure • Rechargeable Battery: 7.4V, 5200 MAH Lithium Ion Battery • Replaceable parts available: 6490B battery, 6490W wall charger • Optional accessory: 6490C cigarette converter allows user to heat jacket without battery • Removable sleeves zip off for vest option
Ideal for anyone working in cold environments, the new CORE Performance Work Wear® 6490 Heated Jacket with Removable Sleeves is available now at all authorized Ergodyne distributors. For more information or to find out where to buy, visit www.ergodyne.com or call (800) 225-8238 or (651) 642-9889.
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TMP Architecture, Inc., Bloomfield Hills, is pleased to announce that Misty Raatz has joined the firm’s architectural group. Raatz will serve as a project manager with a focus in the K-12 market. She will be involved in the day-to-day management and implementation of projects, as well as business development activities in the K-12 sector. Raatz is an associate member of the American Institute of Architects (AIA), Michigan Chapter, and is a member of the AIA Detroit Chapter Building Codes and Regulations Committee.
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Bloomfield Hills-based Hubbell, Roth & Clark, Inc. (HRC) recently announced that Todd Sneathen, PE, has rejoined the firm as senior project engineer. Sneathen will provide technical leadership for critical water and wastewater, civil infrastructure, and higher education development projects. He recently returned to HRC after serving as Director of Public Works with the City of East Lansing from 2003 to 2014. He also served as chair of the East Lansing Meridian Sneathen Water & Sewer Authority Board which administers the East Lansing-Meridian Water Treatment Plant. Sneathen was previously employed by HRC from 1997 to 2000 in the role of chief field engineer.
Stantec, a professional consulting firm in planning, architecture, engineering, interior design, landscape architecture, surveying, environmental Strong Niemi sciences, project Call management and project economics, has announced the following new hires. David Call, PE, has joined the firm in its Ann Arbor office as a project manager. Call brings a diverse background in guiding responsible land development from both municipal and private sector perspectives. Matthew Strong and Travis Niemi have joined the firm’s Berkley office. Strong is a designer who holds both a Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering and a Masters of Architecture degree. He has a background in structural and architectural design as well as furniture and set design. Travis Niemi joins the firm as a marketing coordinator. Niemi holds a Bachelor of Business Administration in Marketing, as well as a Masters of Business Administration from Davenport University.
CORPORATE NEWS G2 Consulting Group, headquartered in Troy, recently completed work on the Wellbridge rehabilitation facility in Rochester Hills. When soft, soggy soil conditions threatened to delay the project, G2 Consulting Group implemented a process called Lime Stabilization to quickly improve the soil quality and characteristics. This alternative to importing new soil prevented construction delays and significant increases to the project’s cost. G2 is a frequent partner with Wellbridge, having conducted geotechnical research for additional Wellbridge facilities in Romeo, Fenton and Grand Blanc. G2 also worked with Wellbridge’s predecessor company, Medilodge, on projects in Pinkney, Taylor, Oxford and Novi. G2 also served as a consultant to J. W. Design Architectural Studio on the Wellbridge assignment.
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February 4, 2015 CAM Michigan Construction & Design Tradeshow MotorCity Casino Hotel, Detroit, Michigan The Construction Association of Michigan (CAM) presents its one-day tradeshow extravaganza, 9:00 am – 4:30 pm. Vendors display wares, products and services. The tradeshow also plays host to the CAM 129th Annual Meeting and the CAM Magazine 2014 Special Issue Awards. For booth or attendance information, call Ron Riegel at CAM (248) 972-1000 or visit www.camonline.com. April 15-17, 2015 MGP Conference 2015 Providence Biltmore Hotel, Providence, Rhode Island A gathering of experts on former Manufactured Gas Plant (MGP) sites, this conference provides a forum for MGP site owners, consultants and contractors to share experiences and ideas. It is designed to stimulate knowledge exchange with strong technical presentations and experienced technical panels who will explore the key issues of MGP site management based on lessons learned. The conference schedule will consist of a day of workshops and two-and-a-half days of exhibits, poster presentations, and engaging technical sessions. Please visit: http://www.mgpconference.com
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March 2015 Classes During the month of March, CAMTEC, the Training and Education Center of CAM, will be hosting nine courses at our Bloomfield Hills location. Project managers will benefit from Design Phase, Bidding and Proposals, as well as Project Scheduling & Planning. Accounts Receivable & Management will teach valuable skills for collecting on past-due accounts. The QuickBooks class scheduled for March 26th is highly recommended for any company owner relying on the software for accurate accounting. The class will review Best Practices to limit exposure to embezzlement or fraud within the company. For more information or to register online, go to www.cam-online.com and view the Calendar or Events.
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