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DIRECTORS

Kerlin Blaise Blaze Contracting

PUBLISHER EDITOR

Kevin Koehler Amanda Tackett

Thomas Broad Midwest Steel, Inc.

Kevin Foucher ASSOCIATE EDITOR

Commercial Contracting Corp.

Mary Kremposky McArdle

Stephen Frantz GRAPHIC DESIGN ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE ADMINISTRATIVE

Joseph Coots

Motor City Electric Co.

Jennifer Panning

Roy Jones Cathy Jones

Artisan Tile, Inc.

Samuel Ruegsegger III The Christman Co.

DIRECTORS OFFICERS Chairman

Paul Stachowiak Integrated Design Solutions, LLC

John Raimondo

Erik Wordhouse

Roncelli, Inc.

Vice Chairman

Leidal & Hart Mason Contractors

Vice Chairman

Preston Wallace Limbach Company, LLC

Treasurer

Joseph Fontanesi Fontanesi & Kann Company/ Architectural Building Components, Inc.

President

Edwards Glass Co.

Brad Leidal

Kevin Koehler

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Gary Boyajian Division 8 Solutions, Inc.

Marty Burnstein Law Office of Marty Burnstein

George Dobrowitsky Walbridge

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TABLE OF CONTENTS 8

LETTER FROM THE PRESIDENT

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SUSTAIN I ABILITY A Federal Tax Incentive Every Building Owner and Contractor Must Know

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AIA-MI DESIGN PERSPECTIVES Working to Preserve Michigan’s Historic Places

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INSYGHT TRANSITIONS Transitioning the Business on Your Terms

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TOOL SHOWCASE A Showcase to Explore the Latest in Tool Offerings and Performance

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GEORGE W. AUCH COMPANY 70 K-12 Projects in 2017

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Welcome to the Michigan Construction & Design Tradeshow

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Tradeshow Floor Plan Overview & Exhibitor List

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Listing or Exhibitors Displays, Products & Services

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DEPARTMENTS 9

Industry News

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Safety Tool Kit

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Product Showcase

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People in Construction/ Corporate News

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CAM Welcomes New Members Construction Calendar Advertisers Index

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LETTER FROM THE PRESIDENT January 2018 Dear CAM Members, I would like to wish each and every one of you a very happy and prosperous New Year. I would also like to thank our 2017 Chairman John Raimondo of Roncelli and the entire CAM Board of Directors for their leadership, guidance and commitment to our organization and our industry. While we look forward to a new year filled with great possibilities, we also look back on the various accomplishments that CAM has made in 2017 to benefit the CAM membership.

In 2017, with the help of Spearfish Brand Storytellers and the CAM Board of Directors, CAM conducted an in-depth Brand Audit. Twelve members were randomly selected for phone interviews, and over 150 individuals participated in an online survey. The results of the audit sharpened the strategic plan and focused efforts on building additional value into the annual membership dues. A direct result of the brand audit was the launch of CAM’s new website and new URL. The goal was to create a product that was modern, clean, streamlined, and up-to-date with today’s mobile device standards.

Users can now find CAM on the web at www.buildwithCAM.com.

CAM staff has worked to consolidate over 1.2 million records into a new, comprehensive management membership database. The new membership database will be seamlessly integrated with the website. This new system will allow users to login and access exclusive members-only information and services, register for events, maintain accounts, and pay balances online.

In the midst of ongoing workforce shortages and staffing challenges, the new CAM Leadership Academy will launch in early 2018. A timely solution for the entire construction industry, the CAM Leadership Academy will provide a strategic training solution for all and will support companies struggling with this talent crisis by better preparing their leaders and improving employee retention. Workforce development also continues to be addressed through CAM’s Construction Workforce Development Initiative: 3D - Develop, Design and Deliver. The 3D Program is designed to introduce men and women to the construction industry in the areas of building development, finance, architecture, construction management and building trades. 3D is open to junior high and high school students, adults, and U.S. military veterans. Graduates are invited to career-specific job fairs with employers who are actively hiring to fill open positions. This year we held three cohorts and introduced nearly 100 students to potential careers in construction.

In 2017, CAMTEC, the Training and Education Center, held more than 80 classes attended by nearly 1,500 students. 187 students were awarded First Aid/CPR/AED certification, and over 800 employees and three associations received Respirable Crystalline Silica training spread over 17 events.

In March 2017, CAMSAFETY and Oakland Community College hosted the CAMSafety Achievement Award Ceremony. Thirty-three companies submitted applications to receive awards for their achievements in safety. And in December, CAMSAFETY and ASSE held their annual Safety Leadership Conference which was well-attended. Participants enjoyed workshops, panel discussions, and countless networking opportunities.

During 2017, the CAM Government Affairs Committee (GAC) closely monitored and actively advanced CAM’s position on several issues, including workforce development, preservation of Michigan’s 50-year-old Prevailing Wage law, and performance/prompt pay legislation. Under the guidance of CAM Chairman John Raimondo, Roncelli Inc., and CAMPAC Chair Bruce Pregler, Facca, Richter and Pregler, PC, the Michigan Construction Payment Act has been drafted and will be submitted to the Senate as we begin our push for Michigan’s first performance/prompt pay legislation for the private sector.

In October 2017, CAM hosted its second annual Legislative Breakfast in Troy, with four state legislators serving as panelists before an audience of legislative colleagues, contractors, association executives and union representatives.

Throughout 2017, the CAM Newsroom brought CAM members new bidding opportunities, closing out the year at 8,000 reported projects. From integration into using an advanced news-reporting system, Virtual Planroom Network, the Newsroom has continued the process of taking full advantage of the system’s capabilities as it has evolved and changed.

This past year, CAM hosted an array of social events, bringing together well over 1,000 members. New this year were a series of brewery meet-ups and tours benefiting the CAM Foundation Scholarship Fund. Other events included the Men’s Bowling Double Classic; an afternoon Bowling League; four sold-out Summer Golf Outings; two Sporting Clays Shoots; a European Pheasant Hunt; a Tigers Opening Day tailgate party; a summer picnic and concert during the Woodward Dream Cruise; a VIP party followed by a Tigers game; and the Building Connections fundraiser benefiting the Boy Scouts of America, Great Lakes Field Council.

CAM, the Home Builders Association of Southeastern Michigan (HBA), and the American Institute of Architects (AIA) were joined by the Southeast Michigan Council of Governments (SEMCOG) in June 2017 to present the seventh annual Mid-Year Economic Forecast and State of the Industry Breakfast.

CAM and Plante Moran began the 2017-2018 Biennial Business Survey for construction, with the results being released in conjunction with the June 2018 Mid-Year Economic Forecast and State of the Industry Breakfast.

The CAM Client Council was conceived under the leadership of 2017 Chairman John Raimondo in an effort to join our industry with progressive Owner groups. The CAM Client Council will serve as a partner and liaison to the construction industry, to provide an open forum of information and to address issues most important to the mutual benefit and success between the Owners and our industry. The first CAM Client Council is scheduled to convene in late January 2018.

The three CAM partners who help us service our membership - CAM Benefit Program (CBP), CAM Workers’ Compensation Program (CAMComp), and Construction Federal Credit Union (CFCU) – continue to work tirelessly for on behalf of our membership. The CBP’s Employers Advantage plan is taking off, and both the fully insured and self-funded/level-funded programs offer attractive plan options and flexibility in plan design. Be sure to check out CAMComp’s super competitive rates. CAMComp will implement a new rate structure beginning January 1, 2018, offering members an average 7.5 percent rate reduction. And CFCU continues to offer loans and a CFCU VISA at very competitive rates.

Over the last several months of the year, the CAM Headquarters undertook a building renovation and refresh initiative. If you haven’t stopped in the CAM Building on Woodward lately, you should. Check out our remodeled and updated first floor lobby and restrooms.

In closing, I urge you to visit the 2018 Michigan Construction & Design Tradeshow and the CAM 132nd Annual Meeting at MotorCity Casino Hotel on February 7, 2018. The Keynote Speaker at this year’s Annual Meeting will be Mark Chaput of the American Center for Mobility (ACM), whose presentation on “Driving Forward, Building for the Future” will explore the ACM, MDOT, and how those organizations are contributing to the advancement of our industry and our state.

Tradeshow hours are 9:00 am to 4:30 pm. You can register to attend the tradeshow via the CAM website at www.cam-online.com. See you at the show and the Annual Meeting!

One Industry; One Resource; One CAM.

Sincerely,

Kevin N. Koehler President Construction Association of Michigan

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Governor Snyder Appoints Carissimi CAMComp Rate Restructuring Reduces WC Costs for Members CAMComp will implement a new rate structure beginning January 1, 2018, offering members an average 7.5 percent rate reduction, announced CAMComp Chair Kevin French of Poncraft Door.

In addition to reducing rates, CAMComp returned a total of $1.5 million in surplus premium and investment income for 2017, bringing the fund’s cumulative return to $60million since the group began in 1982.

“Ten of our members just received 2017 dividend checks that amounted to more than their 2018 premium,” said Jan Prince, CAMComp administrator. “Our members are committed to working safely, and it pays.

These checks are a tangible reminder of the value of being part of a dividend workers’ comp program.”

The dividend checks result from investment income and excess premium dollars refunded to CAMComp members after claims are paid.

“Over 35 years, our cumulative average premium return is 45 percent,” added Prince.

“That is money going back into our members’ businesses.”

French said CAMComp’s loss ratio is trending down as an increasing number of group members take advantage of the online safety center, which offers Web-based training, written safety programs, toolbox talks and sample policies and procedures.

“In addition, our administrative staff works very closely with members and a claims consultant to handle claims fairly, but firmly,” said French. “Having an effective claims system along with medical bill review helps us contain claims costs.”

Gov. Rick Snyder recently announced the appointment of Mashell Carissimi, St. Clair Shores, to the Electrical Administrative Board.

The Board assists the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs with overseeing the licensure and certification of qualified applicants, and developing rules and regulations necessary for enforcing safe electrical practices.

"Mashell’s background and leadership makes her a strong choice for this Board," Snyder said.

“I am honored to be able to work with the Electrical Administrative Board,” said Carissimi. “The Board has always help maintain the highest possible public safety standard and I look forward to contributing to our state’s great safety track record.”

Carissimi is a National Electrical Contractors Association (NECA) member contractor and owner/CEO of JMC Electrical Contractor, LLC. She holds a

Mashell Carissimi

bachelor’s degree in accounting and a dual master of business administration in industrial management and human resources management from Baker College.

“Mashell exemplifies the dedication and professionalism we see in all of our NECA signatory contractors, said Tom Mittlebrun, NECA’s executive vice president, Southeastern Michigan. “We know she’ll do an outstanding job for the citizens of Michigan.”

Carissimi will represent electrical contractors and replace Paul Lemley.

Carissimi will serve a four-year term expiring August 10, 2021. Her appointment is subject to the advice and consent of the Senate.

About CAMComp CAMComp is a member-owned workers’ compensation program of the Construction Association of Michigan that provides coverage for 300 contractors, subcontractors and suppliers across the state.

For more information or to get a quote for workers’ compensation coverage, call (586) 790-7810 or visit www.safetypays.net.

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Wolverine Building Group’s Afforable Housing Project Earns Awards Grand Rapids-based Wolverine Building Group is proud to announce their Gateway Village project in Sturgis, Michigan was recently granted two awards - Governor’s Energy Excellence Award and The Michigan Battle of the Buildings Award.

Gateway Village was a multimilliondollar rehabilitation project of an existing, 1970s-era affordable housing complex.

Hollander Development Corporation (HDC) hired Wolverine Building Group and InForm Architecture to make muchneeded cosmetic and convenience updates, but to also take a holistic approach to energy and water conservation. The project included a before-and-after Home Energy Rating System (HERS) analysis; full conversion to LED lighting; improvements to the building envelope (insulation, windows, doors, etc.); upgrades to HVAC systems; new appliances; and resident education.

HDC, Wolverine Building Group, and InForm Architecture collectively committed to certify Gateway Village to Enterprise Green Communities - targeted 30-plus additional points beyond the mandatory criteria, which won them The Michigan Battle of the Buildings Award and most recently the Governor’s Energy Excellence Award.

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honored at a ceremony in Detroit on October 19. The Gateway Village project was awarded for the category of Best Commercial Project (Private).

The Michigan Battle of the Buildings is an awards and recognition program for energy use reduction open to all Michigan area commercial, industrial & multi-family buildings. The program is a way to encourage energy-efficient practices in buildings across the state and to instill a spirit of friendly competition among the area’s building owners and operators.

Paving Tool Box Document Available from ASCC and NRMCA The ASCC/NRMCA Paving Committee, a joint committee of the American Society of Concrete Contractors (ASCC), St. Louis, MO, and the National Ready Mixed Concrete Association (NRMCA), Silver Spring, MD, has posted the first six pieces of a Paving Tool Box, designed to assist concrete contractors in understanding and promoting the design and construction of concrete parking lots.

The documents include: Concrete Parking Lots: A Quick Reference Guide, Illuminance PFB1 – Understanding Lighting and How LED are Changing the Game; Shedding Light on Concrete’s Reflectivity – A Case Study Focusing on the Leavenworth, KS WalMart; Guide to Concrete Overlays of Asphalt Parking Lots; FAQ About Concrete Parking Lot Construction and Design; and links to ACI 330 Parking Lots & Site Paving publications. The documents are accessible to ASCC members only, a benefit of membership in the association.

The Purpose of the ASCC/NRMCA Paving Committee is to support local markets in making concrete pavement the material of choice. “The Paving Tool Box “The Voice of The Construction Industry®”

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materials are appropriate for contractors, designers and owners who want to better understand the value of concrete paving,” said Paul Albanelli, committee chair.

“A well designed concrete parking lot signifies quality to customers, tenants, and employees before they even walk through the door,” added Jon Hansen, senior vice president, local paving, NRMCA. The ASCC is a non-profit organization dedicated to enhancing the capabilities of those who build with concrete, and to providing them a unified voice in the construction industry. Members include concrete contracting firms, manufacturers, suppliers and others interested in the concrete industry such as architects, specifiers and engineers.

There are approximately 750 member companies in the United States and 13 foreign countries.

For more information, visit www.ascconline.org or call the ASCC office at (866) 788-2722.

ISP Technologies Pro Audio and HDDS gear to General Sports and Entertainment to be installed exclusively throughout the complex and won the bid.

Bluewater Technologies, a national AV integrator based in Southfield, was the integrator of choice for the installation and service of the entire Audio, Video and Lighting of the ballpark. Bluewater designed an audio system that hit home for the Jimmy John’s Field with its pristine, custom-built, high-definition system.

Additionally, ISP’s gear was also recently installed in downtown Rochester and listed as one of the top installs of 2017 for Sound Contractor News. In keeping with the upscale feel of Main Street, the Downtown Development Authority (DDA) sought a sound system that would blend with the district's aesthetics while adding aural ambiance to Main Street Rochester. Wanting both a wireless system and one with high fidelity, the DDA had a hard time finding a company that could offer both features.

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Common options were limited to about 35 watts RMS and most were housed in unflattering black speaker boxes with a visible antenna - not quite the image they were going for.

ISP Technologies offered Rochester a bespoke system consisting of 36 custom speaker boxes matching both the look and color of the green, fluted lamp posts to blend in with their decor. Nineteen boxes along the east side and eighteen boxes along the west side of three city blocks were hung containing high performance dual coaxial speakers. Three wireless transmitters were used to ensure full coverage. ISP's technology also pulls less current, adding to cost savings as well as being more environmentally friendly.

The system, installed by Grand Rapids Waves Solutions, went live October 30.

Rochester, a leader in providing a great city atmosphere, has now set the bar for outdoor music.

ISP Technologies Works Sound Magic on Jimmy John’s Field and the City of Rochester ISP Technologies, Waterford, designed the sound system for the new Jimmy John’s Stadium in Utica, and customdesigned the speakers they used for the outfield poles, as well. ISP did not install the system, but it was the company’s proprietary Pro Audio and High Definition Distributed Systems that were used, based on over 35 patents in audio. The install resulted in a huge energy savings system, as the gear pulls much less current to power. To provide the highest concert quality sound and the best distributed sound system with all patented and patent pending technology, Bluewater Technologies demonstrated the Visit us online at www.cammagazineonline.com

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The three new Web tools include: • Picture This™, a web platform that gives individuals a new way to voice opinions about the way their community looks and functions • Online property marketing helps share valuable information about ongoing developments • Interactive zoning maps that make valuable zoning information accessible to anyone with internet access

New Web Tools from Giffels Webster Provide Easier Ways to Engage With Community Projects Three Tools Allow Greater Insight, Collaboration and Input During Community Planning Giffels Webster, a Detroit-headquartered consulting firm specializing in infrastructure and land development solutions for public, private and institutional clients, is introducing three new Web tools that make the community planning process easier for citizens, developers and municipal officials.

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“We believe that a more informed plan is a better plan,” said Scott Clein, PE, LEED, AP, president and partner at Giffels Webster. “These tools will strengthen our ability to help build better communities by encouraging communication with residents.”

Implemented earlier this year in the city of Brighton and DeWitt Township, MI, Picture This enables residents to take photos, upload them to an interactive community map, and pin comments about why and how those places matter.

It can be accessed from computers, smart phones and tablets. Before the introduction of the platform, citizens did not have this type of convenient method to provide their feedback about parks, streetscapes, land use, development and more.

Since the program was introduced, both Brighton and DeWitt Township have seen positive engagement from the community. In fact, data gleaned from Picture This will be incorporated into the comprehensive plan for both communities. Giffels Webster plans to roll out the tool to other participating communities, including Ann Arbor and Rochester Hills.

“The more input we have before assisting a community with a new longrange plan, the better,” said Rod Arroyo, Partner and Director of Community Planning at Giffels Webster. “Picture This enables us to better understand the perspective, concerns and vision of people who live in the community. They can share photos and comments about great places that make them proud, as well as other places that need some enhancement or change to fit a desired long-range vision.”

Giffels Webster recently assisted Grand Blanc Township with online property

marketing for the township’s exciting Technology Village concept. Working with Esri, a GIS mapping software platform, Giffels Webster created a Web video and website offering a complete property description, including conceptual development and market information.

“Through interactive Web marketing of ongoing projects, Giffels Webster is able to create buzz around commercial and attract new developments businesses,” said Jill Bahm, principal planner with Giffels Webster. “We are helping our client communities take the next steps that can turn great plans into great places.”

Giffels Webster recently released a new interactive zoning map, which stems from last year’s acquisition of Clearzoning®.

The map is initially being tested in Lathrup Village, and then will be rolled out to other communities. The interactive zoning map is an extension of Giffels Webster’s Clearzoning capabilities. When the user selects a parcel and clicks “Clearzone It!” they receive information about local zoning ordinances and property information.

The tool is especially useful for builders and municipal officials to store, track and discover zoning data essential to a community. Also, residents can use the tool to check how the zoning laws might affect their home construction projects.

“Interactive zoning maps offer a far easier, interactive alternative to the old way of obtaining zoning information, which meant first using a paper map and then digging through pages and pages of regulations to find basic information,” said Arroyo. “Interactive zoning maps offer a user-friendly alternative that is available around the clock and around the world. In a matter of seconds, users can learn a property’s zoning classification and important setback, height and siting regulations.

Going forward, Giffels Webster will continue developing additional online planning tools with the help of its outstanding planning and GIS teams.

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Safety Tool Kit WORKING SAFELY AROUND POWER LINES

By Jason Griffin CAM DIRECTOR OF EDUCATION AND SAFETY SERVICES

CPWR Third Quarter- Electrocutions and Prevention in the Construction Industry

OSHA Electrical Topic Page

Electrocutions are one of the OSHA Focus Four Hazards in construction. Every year in Michigan we have a couple of fatalities relating to exposure to live electrical. The MIOSHA and OSHA regulations require that employees are protected from exposure to live electrical parts operating at 50 or more volts and contact with overhead power lines are a common source of injury.

The Center for Construction Research and Education (CPWR) published in their 2017 Third Quarter report that approximately thirty-nine percent of the 189 electrocutions reported during the period between 2011 through 2015 were a result of exposure to power lines, transformers or converters. As employers, we must provide training to our employees on the recognition and avoidance of contact with overhead and underground power lines. We would expect that linemen and electricians have the greatest exposure to electrical hazards by the very nature of their work, but many other trades also share this exposure to Visit us online at www.cammagazineonline.com

overhead power lines including: masons; painters; concrete finishers; equipment operators; laborers; carpenters; and other trades who work at heights. So what can we do to protect the workers from incidental contact?

First, we need to identify where the overhead or underground utilities are located and find out their voltage. Once we have identified the location and voltage of the power line, we can set up our worksites to maintain a safe distance from the power line. Most workers know when asked that the minimum distance from power lines is 10 feet. Many people however fail to consider the objects that they may be handling which must also maintain a safe distance from the powerlines of 10 feet for up to 50,000 volts. This means that if I were handling a 20-foot piece of rebar, then I would need to stay at least 30 feet away from the overhead line.

Second, since maintaining these distances is not always practical, we must also take additional precautions to

prevent contact such as: 1. De-energizing and grounding the line 2. Re-routing the line 3. Protecting the line against incidental contact utilizing insulating sleeves or blankets 4. Posting signage to identify the location of overhead lines 5. Or setting up barriers to limit employee and equipment access to hazardous areas Third, we must provide training to our employees, regarding the nature of the hazards and the safeguards, tools and work practices necessary to protect them from injury resulting from contact or flashover.

Like so many incidents, electrical incidents can be prevented through effective planning, training and implementation of Best Practices. For additional information on this topic, contact Jason Griffin at griffin@cam-online.com or by phone at (248) 972-1141.

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A Federal Tax Incentive Every Building Owner and Contractor Must Know: T h e 1 7 9 D E n e rg y E f f i c i e n t C o m m e rc i a l Building Deduction

By Douglas Elbinger, Energy Systems Analyst, Newman Consulting Group LLC

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re you are taking advantage of every green building incentive available to your business? If you’ve never heard about the 179D Energy Efficient Commercial Building Deduction, you are not alone. This little-known provision of the IRS tax code allows building owners as well as those who make buildings more energy-efficient to increase their profits dramatically - provided they meet IRS requirements.

Section 179D allows taxpayers to take an accelerated tax deduction of as much as $1.80 per-square-foot for either new construction or the retrofit of an existing building. Building owners can apply the tax incentive retroactively as far back as 2006.

Since public agencies pay no Federal income tax, a special rule allows the architect, engineer, and/or contractor to have the incentive assigned to them, which applies to the past three tax years. Every building owner or building professional should be cognizant of this powerful incentive, but many are not aware of it even though the incentive has been in effect for over a decade.

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builders than the section 179D Energy Efficient Commercial Building.

History and Benefit The section 179D tax deduction was originally passed by Congress as part of the Energy Policy Act of 2005 in direct response to broader energy usage and independence concerns. According to data released by the U.S. Department of Energy, buildings are responsible for 73 percent of all electricity consumption in the U.S., with about half of that coming from commercial buildings.

In an effort to curb this trend and encourage broader energy efficiency, section 179D allows qualifying building owners and businesses to receive an up to $1.80 per-square-foot tax deduction for their energy-efficient buildings placed into service during all open tax years. If you have built or retrofitted a building since 2006 you may qualify.

enhancements to these systems must surpass ASHRAE 90.1-2001 standards for buildings placed into service before 2016 and ASHRAE 90.1-2007 standards thereafter.

There are multiple methods to securing 179D and different levels of deductions depending on the energy efficiency levels that your project meets. Energy consumption cost reductions of as little as 10 percent in some cases, can result in very substantial tax savings. It’s critically important that taxpayers examine and exhaust all of the partial and fractional qualification methods to maximize their benefit.

How to Qualify For a building to qualify, the energy based improvements must be made to the HVAC, interior lighting systems, or to the building’s envelope.

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179D is available to building owners and lessees that make eligible energy-efficient improvements to their commercial buildings, which can include: • Retail Buildings • Office Buildings • Industrial Buildings • Apartment Buildings (at least 4 stories) • Warehouses

buildings at the federal, state or local levels can all potentially qualify for 179D, including: • Public Schools and State Universities • Libraries and Town Halls • Airports • Transportation Facilities • Post Offices • Courthouses • Military Bases

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In addition, eligible contractors, such as architects, engineers, contractors, environmental consultants and energy service providers can also qualify for 179D under a special rule for public property. In this case, contractors that have enhanced the energy efficiency of a new government-owned building or made energy-saving renovations and retrofits to existing government-owned buildings are able to claim the deduction.

Since government entities do not pay tax, the owners of these buildings can transfer the accrued tax savings to the business responsible for the energy-saving enhancements.

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Qualifying for 179D requires an independent third-party to review the building, perform energy modeling, and verify the energy savings and potential tax deduction. Since CPA firms lack the credentials to perform the energy certifications, a specialist knowledgeable with the rules is needed.

Additionally, for businesses that are seeking 179D based on work performed on government-owned buildings, these companies are required to secure an allocation letter that allows the government entity to transfer the benefit to the taxpayer.

Buildings do not have to be LEED certified to qualify. Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) takes into

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consideration more elements of the building (construction materials, water fixtures, location, etc.) than the 179D deduction requires. LEED certification is much harder to meet than the ASHRAE standards, which the IRS uses to determine how renovations, retrofits make energy improvements to a building. For this reason, private or government-owned buildings can qualify for the deduction even if they are not LEEDcertified. Likewise, a LEED-certified building almost always qualifies for the 179D deduction.

The tax deduction is technology-neutral.

The legislation does not make any rules regarding what type of technology should be used to reduce the building’s energy usage.

The only requirement is that the work involve HVAC or hot water systems, interior lighting or the building envelope. A wide-range of energy efficiency improvements can qualify for 179D: installation of variable-frequency drive (VFD) controls or lighting occupancy sensors, geothermal, insulation of the envelope or glazing. This neutrality allows different types of installations to qualify, and encourages further innovation in energy efficient technologies.

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The incentive is easier to claim than others because it rewards work previously done. AEC firms have until 2019 to claim work done in 2016, and can file amended returns to receive a tax refund for work before 2016 in any open tax years going back to 2006.

When I interviewed Mr. Joe Dobosz, a nationally recognized tax expert and principal at Lexicon Tax Stratigies, he was insistent that, “Of all the buildings that likely meet the requirements of the section 179D Deduction, taxpayers are claiming it for only one out of ten qualifying buildings. Section 179D of the tax code - is often unknown, underutilized, or misunderstood by the real estate industry. As a result, the industry is leaving hundreds of millions of dollars on the table.”

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Note: Although 179D expired on December 31, 2016, it will probably be renewed with the impending new tax package. Businesses can still claim the deduction on completed work from 2016 going back to 2006, though many tax previsions, including 179D, have not yet been renewed by Congress. As of this writing, and many analysts have a positive outlook on this deduction’s chances for renewal.

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WORKING TO PRESERVE MICHIGAN’S HISTORIC PLACES

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Bryan Lijewski, AIA

ichigan’s rich and diverse history gives us tangible links to the past through our built environment. To help preserve our historic buildings and places, the Michigan State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO) at the Michigan State Housing Development Authority (MSHDA) was created in 1966 as part of the National Historic Preservation Act and formalized by the State of Michigan through executive order in 2007. SHPO is responsible for administering a number of federal and state historic preservation programs including Environmental Review, the National Register of Historic Places, the Federal Historic Tax Credit program, and the Local Historic Districts Act. Through these programs and other initiatives, SHPO staff work every day to identify, designate and preserve our history.

Historic preservation in Michigan involves resources and projects of all shapes and sizes ranging from major rehabilitation projects in downtown Detroit, to barn preservation on rural farmsteads, to underwater archeological explorations. These projects involve partners at the local, state and federal levels. Preservation happens in every region of the state, and from the shoreline of Lake Superior to the shoreline of Lake Erie. Our Great Lakes State coastline is home to a significant number of maritime-related historic resources including piers and breakwaters, life-saving stations, and more than 120 lighthouses.

Our lighthouses were built to guide and protect shipping traffic on our major water transportation systems. Accordingly, they had to be well designed as living and working spaces for the light keepers and their families, solidly built to withstand extreme weather conditions, and efficiently planned for their primary function— keeping the beacon lit. Although some lights and their associated buildings were built using standardized designs, others used individualized plans to respond to specific site needs. Either way, their setting, materials and current condition make them all unique. Perhaps the most distinctive, because of their geography and environment, are the offshore lights. Of the more than 120 lighthouses in Michigan, about three dozen are considered offshore lights.

These lights are built on reefs, cribs, and small or uninhabited islands, and are often the most isolated and difficult to access. These conditions created huge logistical, design, and construction challenges to ensure that they were properly constructed to withstand harsh weather.

At the time the lighthouses were built, the most up-to-date construction methods, materials, and technologies were employed.

Orlando Metcalfe Poe (designer of the Poe Lock at Sault Ste. Marie) devised the structure and construction method for the Stannard Rock lighthouse crib, which sits on a shoal in Lake Superior and forms the base of the light. The construction of this crib was rated by the National Park Service as one of the top ten engineering feats in American history. Completed in 1883 after five years of construction, the light is located 24 miles from the nearest land. It was a “stag station,” meaning it was staffed only by men, and was nicknamed “the loneliest place in the world” by its keepers. Stannard Rock Light’s design was critical because it saved lives while withstanding the gales of Lake Superior and guiding shipping traffic to safety.

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The passage of time has resulted in deterioration of these aging structures and has created a need for money to support maintenance and rehabilitation. To provide financial assistance, the state introduced its Michigan Lighthouse Assistance Program (MLAP) grants in 2000. The grant program is wholly funded by the sale of the Save Our Lights specialty fundraising license plate. Twenty-five dollars from the sale of each new plate and ten dollars from each renewal goes directly into the lighthouse fund. The state has granted more than $2 million dollars for lighthouse preservation assisting in rehabilitating more than 30 lighthouses. Because the grant requires a match, total investment in these maritime resources tops $3 million.

Grant administration includes a review process in all phases, from project bidding to construction site visits to project closeout. All completed work must comply with the U. S. Secretary of the Interior’s Standards for Rehabilitation.

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currently working in partnership with our lighthouse stewards on a project funded by a National Maritime Heritage Program grant and an MLAP grant to complete a Historic Structure Report (HSR) and Public Education Project for four offshore lights. Those four, all listed in the National Register of Historic Places and built between 1832 and 1883, are Thunder Bay Island in Lake Huron, and Gull Rock, Manitou, and Stannard Rock in Lake Superior. A consulting team of architects, engineers, contractors, and materials analysts has been retained to work on this project. The HSRs will provide a complete history of each site, document current materials and conditions, and provide recommendations for treatment and use.

The education component will bring awareness to the resources and allow the public to visit them virtually.

Today, our lighthouse stewards, architects, and engineers have to develop ideas for feasible uses for these unique structures, determine appropriate materials conservation techniques, and

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identify ways to provide basic building amenities such as plumbing, electricity and waste removal. For example, when it was built, the Gull Rock Light in Lake Superior provided for waste removal by providing two holes in either side of the bottom of the privy vault. Wave in, waste out. How do we provide basic accessibility and building services at isolated locations that do not have the infrastructure to support them? How do you transport building materials, equipment, and workers to a site where there are no docking facilities? How do you accommodate workers, volunteers, and visitors when you do not have restroom facilities? What is possible and how do you do it? Good design solutions crafted by experienced professionals are critical to adaptively reusing all sorts and sizes of historic structures, especially remote maritime resources.

No preservation project happens without a team of dedicated project partners, the commitment of owners and stewards, and the support of the community. Some preservation projects, including our offshore lights, have specialized issues and challenges that need to be overcome, but the power of design and preservation will make it happen. We must continue our efforts across the state to preserve Michigan’s historic resources - even when they’re the “loneliest place in the world.”

About the Author: Bryan Lijewski, AIA, is a licensed architect with the State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO), Michigan State Housing Development Authority. Mr. Lijewski has a Bachelor of Science in Architecture from the University of Michigan and a Master of Architecture with a specialization in history and preservation from the University of Illinois.

He has over 20 years of experience with federal and state historic preservation programs and is responsible for all SHPO maritime and lighthouse project reviews. He currently serves on the design committee of Downtown Lansing Inc. (DLI), and the Board of the Mid-Michigan Chapter of the American Institute of Architects (AIA).

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Transitioning the Business on Your Terms

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he primary goal of every business owner is to cash in their chips and retire from their business on their terms. Ideally, this includes selling to a larger company for huge windfall or transferring the ownership to an existing owner, the key employees, or business-active children. The problem is that most contractors and other small business owners don’t prepare their businesses for this all important once in a lifetime event… instead they roll the dice and hope that the chips will fall in their favor. Unfortunately, most of these transfers are unsuccessful and result in “seller’s remorse.”

The question is: How do contractors and other business owners prepare for the successful sale or transition of their business, and when should they begin the process?

The answer is: Owners need to create and build “transferable value” in their companies and create an exit plan that accomplishes their goals at least 2-3 years from their targeted exit date.

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Building Transferrable Value Regardless of whether you plan to sell your business to another contractor or competitor, or transfer your ownership to other co-owner, key employees, or business-active children, it’s critical that you have a business which can operate at a high level without your ongoing involvement. By creating a self-sustainable company, the businesses real inherent value, as a “cash flow machine,” can be replicable and transferrable to your targeted successor.

Creating “transferrable value,” which is converted to dollars upon the sale or transfer of your business, results from the implementation and ongoing support of the following “value drivers.” Each value driver works independently to increase the likelihood that your business can continue to grow, improve market share and increase cash flow after your departure.

The first and most important value driver is the development of a well-trained and motivated successor management team.

The team should be comprised of “key employees” who are responsible for setting the company’s objectives, monitoring activities and company performance and managing and mentoring the other employees. Each team member brings unique skill sets and collectively they work together to build a championship organization.

Buyers and targeted successors (perhaps the key employees) will pay a huge premium for a strong successor management team that has a proven track record. Likewise, failing to identify, train or motivate a successor management team gives the buyer or successor the sense that you’re running a one-person band, which can’t be sustained after you leave.

The second critical value driver is having documented and applicable operating systems which can create re-occurring revenue and help the company weather inevitable economic downturns. Having systems which have been tweaked and refined for success, and which are documented and replicable (by your successor management team), enhance the value of your business and help ensure that your successor will be able to continue and grow the business. Documented systems which address product or service delivery, product quality and reliability, pricing and cost management, and business development and customer relations, increase the inherent value of your business and allows the buyer to increase the Visit us online at www.cammagazineonline.com

company’s operational performance and profitability.

Next, make sure that your customer base is well diversified and that your business does not generate more than 15 percent of its revenue from any one specific source. As contractors, most of your business comes from a limited number of sources; however, it’s important to determine if new products and services, or modified versions of your current offerings, can be upsold into your current customer base, and how you can market existing offerings to new customers or your existing customer’s contractors and suppliers.

In addition, it’s critical that your business utilizes established “financial metrics,” such as audited financial statements from reputable third parties, and has properly safeguarded all of its proprietary trade secrets, IP and customer and supplier relationships. Being able to validate your transferable value through prior year net earnings, and ensuring that your customers will continue to buy from your business after your departure, is mission critical to transferring your business and maximizing your financial return.

Selecting the Right Transition Strategy Once you’ve maintained a constant level of transferrable value, it’s time to determine which transition strategy is right for you.

Generally, owners look to sell and transition their business to a larger or comparable customer or competitor (a “strategic buyer”), or to transfer their ownership to a “co-owner,” “key employee or key employee group,” or one or more “business-active children.”

If you don’t have the luxury of someone internal to transfer the business to, or if your goal is to maximize your payout at the time of sale, then creating an exit strategy for a “strategic sale” will make the most sense.

However, to attract the ideal buyer and maximize your purchase price, you’ll have to be able to prove that you’ve created transferrable value by implementing the above value drivers and that your absence from the business will have no bearing on its future cash flow and growth. The pre-sale and acquisition process will consist of multiple ups and downs as you go through due diligence and the negotiation process.

Ultimately, your goal is to minimize the buyer’s future risk by providing it with a business which is self-sustainable, replicable, and which can create re-occurring revenue after your departure.

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For those of you are fortunate enough to have co-owners, key employees or businessactive children in the business who are motivated to continue growing the business and provide you a platform for retirement, then there are numerous internal transition strategies.

Generally, the “Shareholder or Operating Agreements” will dictate the buy-out terms and valuation metrics in the event a co-owner elects to buy you out when you’re ready to leave.

The challenge is to periodically update those terms and conditions so that they reflect your specific transition goals and objectives. Unfortunately, most owners don’t continuously amend these terms as their needs change or after they decide on a course of action. Annual reviews and revisions are a must.

As mentioned, developing a key employee successor team serves multiple purposes… primarily it provides you with a ready-made buyer. If done properly, transitioning your ownership to key employees can prove to be best of all scenarios. It allows you to transfer the business when you want, to whom you want and under what conditions, and for the targeted amount of post-tax dollars that you need to sustain your retirement lifestyle.

There are many steps in this process to ensure the development and long-term motivation of your key employee successors; however it’s my professional opinion that this strategy generally yields the best results for most owners.

Lastly, many contractors with family businesses look to “gift” or “sell” their ownership to their business-active children.

Although this endeavor helps ensure the family’s legacy it comes with many pitfalls and risks which need to be accounted for and addressed in the planning phase. These include everything from favoritism and low employee moral to outright mutiny.

However, if we’ve done a good job of creating standardized operating systems (value driver #2), including hiring requirements and employee performance standards, it’s possible to bring in, develop and ultimately promote our business-active children into a leadership and successor role. As with key employees, there are various tools and techniques which need to be employed to ensure their development and on-going support of the non-family employees.

Putting it All Together Regardless of revenue, number of employee or overall size, a successful business transition starts with an understanding of your universal objectives: when you want to leave the business; how much money you need to get out of your business; and to whom do you want to leave the business.

By answering these key questions, you can customize a transition strategy which allows you to build transferable value in your business and select the transition strategy that makes the most sense for you. By putting it all together in a comprehensive plan, you’ll be able to leave your business on your terms.

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Toro Launches New TDOS-1 With SmartTouch® for DD2024 Directional Drill New Toro Drill Operating System (TDOS) Streamlines Pipe Handling for Improved Cycle Times Utilities and underground industry contractors have a new tool to increase productivity with the launch of Toro’s new directional drill system, TDOS-1 with operating SmartTouch™. The new system allows pipe handling functions to be performed using a single input on the joystick in SmartTouch operating mode.

Available as an option on the DD2024 directional drill, TDOS-1 with SmartTouch streamlines pipe handling by allowing the operator to use the cam rocker switch to advance through the pipe handling process.

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Combined with mode selection (drill out or pull back), the SmartTouch feature also performs some pipe handling functions in tandem to help reduce overall cycle times for enhanced productivity.

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In addition, the TDOS-1 with SmartTouch software upgrade gives the DD2024 the benefit of a more visually appealing and intuitive interface for accessing drill functions and information on the drill display. Features include the ability to select single or dual joystick mode on the fly, as well as easy-touse torque, thrust and tool rotation selectable limits for quick adjustments to match bore requirements. Display contrast and day/night mode adjustments also allow users to change the display as light conditions change.

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Hilti Introduces New 36 V Cordless Angle Grinder Hilti is expanding its 36 V cordless tool line with the introduction of the Cordless Angle Grinder AG 600-A36. This new, highly productive cordless tool performs as well as its respective corded version without the hassle of a cord and external power source.

Operators will benefit from the tool’s ergonomic design and lightweight, balanced handling.

The Hilti Cordless Angle Grinder AG 600A36 delivers similar grinding performance of a 7-in corded grinder with reduced weight and improved maneuverability. Powered by the Hilti B36/5.2 CPC Li-Ion battery pack, the AG 600-A36 angle grinder has class-leading power, a slim design and is lightweight for better versatility on the job. Its built-in Active Torque Control (ACT) helps protect the user from kickback without impacting performance.

The Hilti AG 600-A36 features a brushless motor that extends the life of the tool by up to three times as long as the average grinder.

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The angle grinder’s 5/8-in x 11-in Kwik-lock keyless flange system allows for quick blade changes and utilizes industry standard thread-on consumables such as grinding, flap, diamond and wire wheels to help drive productivity.

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For more information, contact Hilti Customer Service. From the U.S. call Hilti, Inc. at (800) 879-8000 or visit www.hilti.com; from Canada call Hilti (Canada) Corporation at (800) 800-363-4458 or visit www.hilti.ca.

Heule Tool Introduces New Deburring Tool for Elliptical or Contoured Surfaces Now Available from stock for 626mm (.236 – 1.024”) Holes Heule Tool Corporation introduces new COFA-C Series tooling for deburring elliptical or contoured surfaces in larger diameters.

Replaceable solid carbide coated blades for holes from 6 - 26 mm are available from stock, with various coatings providing longer tool life and optimum performance based on materials being machined.

This proven technology provides different blade and spring options to create the most effective deburring tool for any application depending upon hole geometry and material being machined. The COFA-C series is designed for ID and OD elliptical deburring on even and uneven bore edges in a single operation.

They are ideal for automotive and aerospace applications such as forks, yokes, common rails, castings, tubes with cross bores, and other workpieces with cross bores in main bores.

The larger sized C-series consists of an independent blade that is fit into a more

rigidly guided blade holder. This increases the tool life and process capability. The blade itself requires less material and can be changed quickly. Different blade sizes are available for the same tool body, allowing different cutting diameters based on a specific application.

Controlled by a simple spring, the carbide cutting blade follows the contour of the holes’ surface, removing all burrs while creating an even tapered corner break. The blade does not cut as it passes through the bore and will not damage the hole’s surface. The edge break begins only at the point where the blade contacts the material and then tapers the hole’s edge. This allows for faster feed rates since the tool slows itself down as it enters the through hole.

This simple concept has no adjusting screws or presetting requirements. The choice of spring is typically determined by the material being machined.

Blades are available for cutting front and back or back cutting only. C-series tooling is available in common sizes from 6-26mm (.236 – 1.024 inches).

Heule Tool Corporation was established in 1988 to support a wide range of hole-finishing tools for ID/OD deburring, countersinking, chamfering and counterboring for larger industrial manufacturing companies throughout North America. They specialize in high-precision environments from the world’s largest companies to the smallest machine shops. Their parent company, Heule Ag, located in Balgach, Switzerland, has manufactured the highest quality cutting tools in the world since 1961. For additional information, visit www.HeuleTool.com, call (513) 860-9900, or via email to sales@HeuleTool.com.

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New Tool Helps DIY'rs Safely Pull, Bend, Move Electrical Wires with Less Risk of Shock A new tool from Nonconductive Tool Company is leading to safer, faster and more productive work methods for Do-ItYourselfers.

The Voltclaw-12 is a simple-to-use, low-cost tool that is nonconductive to allow for safer management of 12-14 gauge electrical wiring within junction boxes, switch boxes, outlets, panels or anywhere electrical wires are installed.

Ideal for DIY's, homeowners and handy people, the Voltclaw-12 is immediately available for only $14.97 (USD) at several online retailers and electrical distribution.

Until Voltclaw-12, electrical wires were typically manipulated by hand or with tools designed for other purposes, such as a screwdriver or wire stripper. These methods put the homeowner in serious danger of shock, especially when metal tools are used to move wires. Metal tools can also damage the insulation that protects the copper wire.

Exposed bare copper wire greatly increases the chances of electrical malfunction or serious injury.

To solve this potentially life-threatening problem, Voltclaw-12 is molded from rugged, impact-resistant nylon. It has no metal parts and is nonconductive up to 1000V. Smooth edges allow an electrician to safely bend and move wires without damaging insulation, unlike with standard metal tools that can nick and break insulation.

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Although Voltclaw-12 weighs just a few ounces and measures less than 9 inches, it is an extremely rugged and versatile tool. It is equipped with six unique functions that greatly contribute to its value. Using the Voltclaw, the DIY can: • Reach inside crowded junction boxes, service panels and other applications to tightly grab wires with either one of the tool's two Pull Hooks; • Push, pull or bend wires with the T-Groove by sliding the wire into the groove and twisting the tool; • Push wires back into outlets, switch boxes, GFCIs or other tight spaces with the tool's V-groove. Push in ground wires first, white wires second and hot wires last; • Create a J-shaped loop on the end of a pre-stripped wire with the Loop Bender. A J-shaped loop is needed to attach wires securely to the screws on the side of a receptacle or a switch; and • Remove or tighten twist-on wire connectors with the built-in wrench. Simply slide the wire connector into the wrench and turn counterclockwise for loosening or clockwise for tightening.

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service. And with built-in Bluetooth technology, you can pair the DX 5 with the Hilti Connect APP to see specific tool usage and performance data, last synced location of the tool, order fasteners and cartridges, schedule service, and view manuals and how-to videos.

The DX 5 is built to last. Rely on it for a wide range of fastening applications on high strength steel and concrete base materials.

As a fully automatic tool, it speeds up the job of fastening wood, metal track, electrical conduits or even insulation boards and grating plates.

The DX 5 is also backed by Hilti’s 20/2/1 year warranty – 20 years of repair or replacement of defective parts; 2 years no cost repair including wear and tear; and a guaranteed 1-day turn-around on repairs – so you can be sure it will be ready to go to work when you are.

For more information on Hilti powderactuated tool DX 5, please contact Hilti Customer Service. From the U.S. call Hilti, Inc. at (800) 879-8000 or visit www.hilti.com.

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NEW METABO SUPER FAST CORDLESS DRILL FOR SHEET METAL AND PILOT HOLES Metabo has come out with the BE 18 LTX 6, an 18V cordless drill capable of reaching very high speeds – 4,000 RPM. When drilling small pilot holes or small holes in sheet metal, users want more speed, not necessarily more torque. Modern cordless drills are fast, but not very fast.

Drilling speed charts give recommended drilling speeds in the 3,000+ RPM range for smaller diameter drill bits (1/8″ or 3/16″

max depending on the chart). Some of the recommended values are very high, such as for thin aluminum. You can use slower speeds, but for metalworkers who have to drill LOTS of small holes in thin materials, efficiency losses add up. It’s for these types of workers that Metabo designed their BE 18 LTX 6 cordless drill.

It can handle other drilling tasks as well, as long as users keep in mind that it’s designed for fast and light drilling.

• 4,000 RPM no-load speed • 3/8″ chuck • 1/4″ max drilling in metal, 1/2″ in soft wood • 35 in-lbs. max torque • Weighs 2.6 lbs. with 2.0Ah battery pack • All-metal ratcheting chuck • Ergonomic grip and lock-on switch • Aluminum gear housing • Made in Germany For more information, visit https://www.metabo.com/us/enus/

Bosch GOP12V-28 12V Max EC Brushless Starlock® Oscillating Multi-Tool Offers Compact Design, Surprising Power Professional Tool that Makes Tasks Like Cutting Door Jams Easy and Hassle-Free The Bosch GOP12V-28 12V Max Starlock® Oscillating Multi-Tool is a multiuse tool that boasts light weight and compact size combined with the surprising power of a Bosch 12-volt Max tool. The tool features the next-generation Starlock 3-D interface; the accessory connection is cupped and shaped like a bottle cap to provide more contact surface area for rocksolid blade grip and maximum torque transfer.

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The oscillating tool’s EC brushless motor delivers more power and enhanced efficiency versus the previous-generation tool’s 12-volt motor. This tool produces a top speed of up to 20,000 oscillations per minute and has ample power for fine cuts and fast task completion. It has a 2.8° oscillating arc for better accessory utilization and increased productivity. The variable-speed dial allows users to match the oscillating speed to the material and task at hand with a range of 5,000 to 20,000 opm (oscillations per minute).

Bosch-exclusive Constant Response circuitry allows the tool to maintain the desired speed even as load increases.

“For the cost-conscious pro looking for an oscillating multi-tool that has all of the performance attributes of a high-end tool, the Bosch GOP12V-28 Oscillating MultiTool fits the need,” said Jim Stevens, product manager, Robert Bosch Tool Corporation. “This is a professional-grade tool with all of the power and speed capabilities trade users have come to expect. All the key benefits of the Starlock interface are available in this tool.”

The Bosch GOP12V-28 Oscillating Multi-Tool weighs in at 1.75 lbs. and measures 11.2 in. long, making it compact enough to reach into tight spaces like corners. The tool also features a flexible accessory orientation with positions at every 30 degrees for customizable accessory positioning. The GOP12V-28 provides a soft-grip handle for better control and greater comfort, plus no-mar plastic ribs that protect the front of the tool from scuffs or scratches. A hex wrench is included for changing blades. Magnets help hold the blade in position and simplify blade changes. The GOP12V-28 accepts all of the Bosch Starlock® range of oscillating multi-tool accessories, except for StalockPlus® and StarlockMax® accessories.

To learn more about the Bosch GOP12V28 12V Max Starlock Oscillating Multi-Tool or to find a local dealer, visit www.boschtools.com or call 877-BOSCH99. Check out www.bethepro.com for additional tips and videos.

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Making the Cut - New Hilti SB 4-22 Cordless Band Saw The new Hilti Cordless band saw SB 4A22 delivers an impressive cutting performance in a variety of base materials. Designed for cutting metal pipes and installation channels, plastic pipes, threaded rods, 1–2" EMT pipes, as well as 1-5/8" strut, the Hilti Cordless Band Saw SB 4-A22 is an excellent choice when the job calls for low-noise or low-debris cutting.

Part of the new Hilti 22V cordless tool portfolio, the Hilti SB 4-A22 Band Saw gives the operator more work-per-charge, improved reliability and better workforce productivity. The SB 4-A22 boasts an ultra-bright LED light that provides a shadow-free view of the cutting line. The tool's impact-resistant, glass-fiberreinforced tool and battery casings are durable in the most extreme applications, and its compact size helps operators stay productive when working in tight spaces.

This band saw has a maximum cutting width of 2-1/2" and is compatible with 28.875" x 0.5" band saw blades.

The new Hilti Cordless Band Saw SB 4A22 is covered by the Hilti Tool Warranty 20/2/1 – 20 years of repair or replacement of defective parts; 2 years no cost repair including wear and tear; and a guaranteed 1-day turnaround on repairs.

For more information about the Hilti SB 4-A22, please contact Hilti Customer Service. From the U.S. call Hilti, Inc. at (800) 879-8000 or visit www.hilti.com.

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AUCH built a new performing arts center for Livonia Public School’s Franklin High School.

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By Mary Kremposky McArdle Associate Editor

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he Warren Consolidated School District is spread across 32 square miles, making it one of the largest in Michigan, and includes portions of three different communities - Warren, Sterling Heights and Troy. Despite the District’s sheer size, the George W. Auch Company, Pontiac, successfully upgraded 24 of the District’s buildings, essentially delivering the bulk of this high volume of work in only ten short weeks. When the collective school bell rang in September 2017, every school door opened like clockwork and welcomed students into more secure, energy-efficient spaces, thanks to this textbook case in project management.

“When the school year starts, our schools are done,” said AUCH President Vince DeLeonardis. “We understand the importance to the communities in which we work that buildings are ready and safe for students when they return from summer break.”

At Warren Consolidated, AUCH delivered $22 million dollars of work on time and on budget, despite an industry-wide labor shortage. Well-schooled in estimating, budget analysis, detailed scheduling, upfront planning and Web-based project management systems, AUCH also executed work in nine other school districts at the same time and to the same level of excellence.

The grand tally of work: 70 projects in 10 school districts completed in 2017. About 90 percent of the work was delivered in the summer months alone, said AUCH Vice President Jeffrey Hamilton, PE. The work spanned school districts from Grand Blanc to Grosse Ile and from Crestwood (Dearborn Heights), New Haven and Northville to Clarkston, Livonia, Walled Lake and the Avondale School District that includes portions of Troy, Rochester Hills and Auburn Hills. Hamilton believes the sheer number of projects sets a company record for work completed in the K-12 sector in a single calendar year.

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High-Volume Work in a Tight Labor Market In a post-recession economy, “pent-up demand from deferred infrastructure improvements” contributed to this recent flurry of school projects, said DeLeonardis.

In today’s improved economic climate, many school districts had sufficient debt capacity available for upgrades in security systems, energy-efficiency, classroom technology and other infrastructure improvements, added Hamilton. Livonia Public Schools called for construction of a new performing arts center addition, as well.

“It was basically a refinancing of bonds without any millage, or tax increases, in many but not in all of the 10 districts,” said AUCH Senior Project Manager Donielle Wunderlich.

The Great Recession of 2009, now a distant but painful memory, resulted in a workforce shortage throughout Michigan.

This 109-year-old company can handle history, having survived and prospered through the Great Depression, two World Wars and endless economic cycles. In 2017, AUCH once again proved its mettle. The company nimbly managed the given conditions: Producing a high volume of work in a short amount of time with a reduced trades workforce. “When the project teams were in the planning process, they had to take into consideration that there were many subcontractors that have either ceased operations or were not increasing their capacity, having suffered the pains of downsizing,” said DeLeonardis.

For instance, at Warren Consolidated Schools, the project team faced an industrywide workforce shortage and a compressed time frame for the district-wide work. With bond approval in May 2016 and the first bid package release slated for January 2017, Wakely Associates and AUCH had only six months to design and plan the work for the 24 buildings, to issue the bid package and to launch actual construction. “Because of the quantity of buildings and the given time frame, we had to be very strategic as to how subcontractors moved around the district to accomplish the work,” said AUCH Project Director Steven Robbins.

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work in just one quadrant of the district in order to focus their resources,” said Wunderlich. “Essentially, we quartered the district, because it’s a lot of wear to get from job to job across 24 sites. Using this approach, we ended up with three different mechanical contractors performing the work in the district.”

• Reduce the Risk: Making the project attractive to subcontractors in a tight labor market calls for creating a set of documents with a clearly defined scope of work. “A good scope of work and a good set of documents reduce a contractor’s risk during bidding and implementing the work,” said Robbins.

Attracting subcontractors to the bidding process is important in a tight labor market influenced not only by the past recession, but also by the tide of trade contractors working on Detroit revitalization projects.

“We knew we would be fighting for subcontractor interest, because we were going up against all of this talk that there was nobody left in the trades because of work in downtown Detroit,” said

Wunderlich. “We made sure we obtained and held subcontractor interest, and we did this by making sure that the scopes were clear, the documents were as clean as they could be and addendums were kept to a minimum.”

Clear documents attract trade contractors to the bidding process, and generating good bid coverage supports the owner’s goals.

“Receiving a good response on bids - and keeping the trades’ interest - is how we protect the owner’s budget and interests,” said AUCH Project Manager Shawn Verlinden.

AUCH’s means and methods are laser focused on serving as the owner’s advocate, added Hamilton.

• Beat the Summer Rush: AUCH also identified opportunities to launch work before summer recess. Working outside of the K-12 summer construction rush alleviates time pressures; plus, trade contractor resources are more available outside the height of the summer season.

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children were out for the summer,” said Wunderlich. “We also identified site work that could be started while school was in session.” These areas could be readily separated, allowing site work to proceed safely for the students, teachers and staff, added Robbins.

Increasingly, AUCH is identifying opportunities for construction during the active school year. Throughout the course of the Walled Lake bond, the project team has been able to identify scopes of work that can be performed on a second shift without impacting the operation of the school buildings.

The excellent communication between the AUCH field staff and both building and district administration has allowed this to be successful. This process will continue in Clarkston Community Schools on temperature controls, electric work, and even some roofing and new exterior veneer.

“The work at Warren Consolidated School District was quite an accomplishment,” said Hamilton. “These same processes were in play

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Rather than push athletic fields to the sidelines, AUCH has developed finesse in completing athletic fields on time. The above photos depict construction and completion of athletic fields for Clarkston High School.

in differing degrees in the other nine districts where AUCH was active in the summer of 2017.”

At the Livonia School District, AUCH completed a 20,200-square-foot performing arts center addition for Stevenson High School in 2017. About $20 million dollars was designated by the district, half going to the performing arts center addition and the other half devoted to HVAC, lighting and technology upgrades, added Hamilton. AUCH has already completed two performing arts center additions for the Livonia Schools, one in each for the past two years. The third performing arts addition will be completed in the fall of 2018.

A Mastery of the Fundamentals For over a century, AUCH has been building “little red schoolhouses” across the southeast region of the Great Lakes State. The company’s construction management savvy has delivered millions of square feet of classroom space for untold generations of Michigan students. AUCH has remained true to the fundamentals of project management: budget, schedule, quality, upfront planning and safety.

Budget: Accurate in-house estimating and constructability analysis throughout preconstruction is a long-standing AUCH tradition. “The preconstruction estimate can warn the client if the project is going to come in over budget,” said Wunderlich. AUCH does its homework in comparing “the bond’s scope of

work to the design’s scope of work to prevent scope creep, which is one of the areas that can lead to an increase in dollars,” said Robbins.

AUCH also maintains a master bidding schedule to coordinate the company’s efforts.

Schedule: AUCH utilizes a Web- and Cloud-based construction management system to keep both budget and schedule on track. The system is accessible to the entire project team, including the client, the owner’s representative, the architect and the construction manager’s personnel, both in the office and in the field.

“People in the field do not have to return to the trailer to look up information,” said AUCH Vice President James Munchiando. “They can review a drawing in the field and enlarge the detail. It helps get the job done faster, and it helps us in our planning process.”

Whether Web- or pencil-based, over the years AUCH has turned detailed scheduling into an art.

“Our team excels at scheduling,” said Munchiando. “They look at the job well ahead of time and break the schedule down into more detailed elements. Our superintendents work on a four-week ‘look-ahead’ schedule that maintains the milestone dates, but further develops and refines the schedule.” Thanks to this clear and detailed schedule, each trade contractor has a “battle plan” for the day.

On a school district-wide series of projects, a detailed schedule is invaluable for keeping both individual jobs and the overall project on track.

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AUCH’s early engagement with the State of Michigan, the jurisdictional agency in the K-12 market, is a prime example of the company’s upfront planning. “Our project team contacts them before the job is even on the streets for bidding,” said Munchiando.

For upcoming work in Clarkston Community Schools, AUCH has worked with the building and district administration to develop the approach to a project slated for construction in late spring/summer 2018 during part of the active school year. AUCH will also meet with the state building inspector and fire marshal to review safety egress plans for the building during the course of this work. The egress plan and sequence of work areas will become part of an overall logistics plan to be placed in the project documents. Having these approvals and plans in place, “will give us a much clearer guide on schedule and the scope that can be accomplished during the school year,” said Hamilton. “The bidders will understand the project better, and because the schedule and scope is clear, the project will be more attractive to them.”

“On a project like Warren, scheduling is everything, and communication is a key factor,” said Wunderlich. “If a potential scheduling glitch occurs on one job, it may impact two more projects downstream. A detailed schedule allows one to react quickly and to avoid adverse impacts.”

For construction management firms, delivering a demanding building program in the education sector can include coordinating and completing work on athletic fields and other site work. Rather than push athletic fields to the sidelines, AUCH has developed finesse in completing even the athletic fields on time. In 2017, AUCH installed a track and field for Clarkston Community Schools and revamped a track for Northville Public Schools. “We know how to organize the special sequence of activities necessary for coordinating the athletic field work,” said Verlinden. “School districts make tough decisions for when to start installation of athletic fields and how to fit them in. Because of our experience, we know what it takes to get them done.”

Upfront Planning: Upfront planning - a hallmark of the AUCH Way for 109 years and counting - is the foundation of delivering a project on time. “Every hour we spend in upfront planning saves us a minimum of 10 hours in construction,” said Hamilton. “That is how we compress four to five months of work into a few months successfully every year.”

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Safety: AUCH is equally proactive in safety planning and training. As a result, “AUCH didn’t have any lost time incidents on these 70 projects in 2017,” said DeLeonardis.

AUCH has a Safety Exchange dedicated to sharing safety solutions with its trade contractors and owner clients. “We broadcast safety solutions to issues that may appear on a job, allowing everyone to learn from the experience,” said Munchiando. “We do this through our Webbased system at least every other week.”

Company founder, George W. Auch, would be proud of the firm bearing his name. He graduated in 1893 and began teaching at Bethany Lutheran School on Detroit’s east side.

Having to support nine children, Auch launched a construction business with Herman Winkler in 1908, and by 1912, the company was busy building schools, churches and commercial buildings.

Even today, 20 to 30 percent of AUCH’s work is in the K-12 education market. However, the lessons learned - and the construction management knowledge embedded in the DNA of the company - are applied with equal ability across a wide spectrum of projects in the higher education, healthcare, municipal, religious, commercial, industrial and specialty marketplace.

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Building the Big Three in the K-12 Market:

Security, Energy and Technology

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he George W. Auch Company delivered 70 substantive K-12 projects in 2017. With a few exceptions, the work focused on the unseen but vital infrastructure dedicated to keeping students safe, making buildings more energy-efficient and providing the next generation with the technology and collaborative learning experiences to meet the future.

Security: AUCH’s work spanned 10 school districts, and virtually every district, called for the installation of more sophisticated security systems. AUCH has installed 28 secure vestibules to date over the duration of the Walled Lake Consolidated School District bond and is now continuing this process into Clarkston Community Schools. These new secure vestibules also include access control and camera systems, said AUCH Project Manager Shawn Verlinden.

Additionally, all entries and classroom doors with outside access were labeled per Homeland Security Standards, added AUCH Project Director Steven Robbins. The labeling system directs first responders to the appropriate location in the event of an emergency.

Electronic card access is also used throughout every door at the Walled Lake Consolidated School District. “Because it is electronic, a card key can be created or canceled,” said Robbins.

“If someone is terminated or a card key lost, the school can cancel the card’s access rights very quickly.”

Energy: The icon of an incandescent light bulb built has always been a symbol for innovation and that sudden burst of perception. In today’s K-12 schools, the incandescent bulb is now an LED. In 2017, AUCH upgraded all 10 school districts to LED lighting, along with installing high-efficiency boilers and HVAC systems. Incremental changes in the building code continue to increase energy-efficiency requirements, including the tightening of a building’s energy efficiency per square foot, said Verlinden. These code changes and the phasing out of incandescent lamps and T8 fluorescent tubes is leading to widespread installation of LED lighting.

Assisting the transition, LED is also becoming less expensive, along with other energy-efficient technologies, such as with variable frequency drives controlling the pumps. “A variable frequency drive used to cost $30,000 to $40,000, but is now only $5,000 dollars,” said Robbins.

An increase in the R value for insulation is an energy-efficiency requirement demanding special attention during roof retrofit projects. “The R value has about doubled, increasing to around 30,” said Hamilton. “The added insulation tends to make the roof cross section larger. On a roof retrofit, for example, you might have an eight-inch roof curb supporting a rooftop unit or an exhaust fan. The curb needs to be exposed eight inches to meet the roof warranty for water 38 CAM MAGAZINE JANUARY 2018

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Left: A secured entrance at Bailey Elementary School, Clarkston Community Schools. Right: High-efficiency building systems at Mott High School, Warren Consolidated School District.

exposure. Because of the added insulation, the existing eight-inch exposure becomes six-inches above the roof, requiring us to raise it two inches.”

Technology: The rise of STEAM labs is infiltrating K-12 schools.

STEAM is a collaborative interdisciplinary approach to learning that draws on science, technology, engineering, the arts and math. As a team, students engage in conceptual thinking, design and engineering and then actual fabrication in a makerspace embedded in the lab, said Hamilton. The makerspace may have a 3D printer and other available tools and technology to assist the student team in converting their ideas into tangible inventions.

With such a shift in teaching models and in technology itself, new technological infrastructure is continually sweeping through the classroom. “In schools, the technology life cycle might be five to seven years,” said Robbins. “Each turnover of technology changes the requirements for a space. Not that long ago, we would construct a building and incorporate technology into it. Now the technology, instead of being an afterthought, is helping to define the building.” Hamilton adds, “We like to use the phrase, ‘Instruction drives construction.’ We are also making spaces more flexible to accommodate these evolving technologies.”

Hamilton also hopes the wave of makerspaces in the classroom will inspire more students to enter the skilled – or more aptly called – the professional trades. The construction site is the ultimate collaborative makerspace that could use a few more “makers” or tradespeople.

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Welcome to the

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he Michigan Construction & Design Tradeshow will be held at the MotorCity Casino Hotel in Detroit on February 7, 2018. The 33rd edition of this event for industry professionals is sponsored by the Construction Association of Michigan (CAM).

The Tradeshow opens at 9:00 a.m. and runs to 4:30 p.m.

Many exhibitors plan to launch new construction-related equipment, tools and services. Contractors, designers, and construction buyers will be able to actually see, test and learn about the newest equipment, products and services available.

CAM will be celebrating its132nd Annual Meeting, by invitation only, at the Sound Board beginning at 11:30 a.m.

The CAM Magazine Special Issue Awards will take place during the CAM Annual Meeting. The architects and general contractors whose projects were featured in the 2017 Special Issue will be receiving commemorative plaques. CAM Magazine will also be presenting the 2017 Project of the Year Award, as voted upon by the readership of CAM Magazine and the CAM Magazine Editorial Advisory Committee.

This year CAMTEC, the Training and Education Center of CAM, will be presenting several seminars during the Tradeshow. They included: Planning for the Stages of a Business’s Life Cycle in the Construction Industry; How to Sell or Transition Your Business on your Terms; Alert – Solving the Recruiting & Retention Crisis; and Are You Ready for a Change? To register, please visit www.cam-online.com or call Jason Griffin or Diane Sawinski in the CAMTEC offices at (248) 972-1000.

Tickets to the tradeshow can be picked up at CAM Headquarters in Bloomfield Hills. However, the most convenient way to get tickets is to pre-register online now at CAM’s website: www.cam-online.com. Attendees pre-registering before January 15th will have their name badges mailed, and those pre-registering after January 15th can pick up their badges at the door of Michigan Construction & Design Tradeshow.

For further questions, please call Ron Riegel at (248) 972-1000.

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Tradeshow Exhibitors & Booth Numbers Ace Cutting Equipment Supplies ......................414 Aerotek ............................................................508 Aircentric Corp ................................................117 AIS Construction Equipment ............................221 Albert M Higley Co ..........................................416 Alta Equipment..................................................210 Aluminum Supply Co & Marshall Sales Inc ......105 American Leak Detection ..................................302 ARC Michigan ..................................................402 Badger Daylighting ..........................................323 Broner Glove & Safety ......................................125 Contractors Training Institute ............................500 Construction Tool Supply ................................126 Doeren Mayhew ................................................106 Elite Air Products..............................................116 Eisen Group ......................................................115 Enlighten Solutions ..........................................209 Examinetics Inc ................................................312 FabricAir Inc ....................................................100 Ferris State University ......................................410 Foundation Software ........................................207 Galeana's Van Dyke Dodge ..............................422 Gardiner C. Vose, Inc. ......................................401 GEO Shack........................................................113 Glassline ..........................................................427 Ground Penetrating Radar Technology ..............111 Hansen Marketing ............................................121 Visit us online at www.cammagazineonline.com

Henderson Glass ..............................................118 HSE Integrated ..................................................203 International Masonry Institute..........................320 Iron Workers Local 25 ......................................305 Jeffers Crane ....................................................225 Knight Watch Inc ..............................................315 Megadome Buildings by Harnois Industries......502 Metro Wireless..................................................419 MDOT ..............................................................204 Michigan CAT ..................................................512 Michigan Fair Contracting Center ....................219 Michigan Glass Coatings..................................112 Michigan LECET ..............................................318 Michigan Statewide Carpenter & Millwrights JATC ............................................214 Motor City Industrial ........................................408 MSC Floors ......................................................123 National Ladder & Scaffold Co..........................222 New Dimensions ..............................................215 Nuggett Leasing................................................324 Operating Engineers Local #324 JATC ..............303 Performance Line Tool Center ..........................325 Plangrid ............................................................119 PPG ..................................................................314 Prentice Co ......................................................503 Proficient Training & Consulting ......................217 Progressive Plumbing & Supply ......................202

Progressive Sweeping & Orbital Transport........108 Red Wing Shoes ..............................................404 Retro Foam of Michigan....................................124 Ritz Safety ........................................................417 RKA Petroleum..................................................218 Ronnisch Construction Group ..........................220 R S Dale Co ......................................................409 Ryzen Lighting Group ......................................412 Safety Services ................................................102 Schonox, HPS North America Inc ....................211 Shelby Paint & Decorating................................504 Sherwin Williams..............................................212 SMRC/149 Labor Management ........................206 Standard Textile ................................................107 St John Providence Occupational Health ..........304 Swagelok Michigan / Toledo ............................208 TriMedia Environmental & Engineering ............205 United Rentals Power & HVAC..........................313 Urban's Partition & Remodeling........................103 V&S Detroit Galvanizing ..................................406 VisiCom Services ............................................216 Venture Graphix ................................................110 Visual Entities ..................................................306 VTC Insurance Group........................................213 Weiser Recycling ..............................................120 Williams Scottsman ..........................................109

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Ace Cutting Equipment & Supply 25806 Novi Rd Novi MI 48375 Contact: Steve Measel 2018 (248)449-4944 • (248)449-4946 Fax See Our Ad on steve@acecutting.com Page 48 www.acecutting.com Products On Display: Concrete/Masonary tools, equipmet, and service

Aerotek Construction Services 800 Tower Dr Troy MI 48098 Contact: Cory Milliken (248)729-8021 cmillike@aerotek.com www.aerotek.com Products On Display: Construction personnel recruitment and staff augmentation

AIS Construction Equipment 65809 Gratiot Ave Lenox MI 48050 Contact: Gwen Pytlowany 2018 (586)727-7502 • (586)727-7311 Fax See Our Ad on Page 51 gpytlowany@aisequip.com www.aisequip.com Products On Display: Construction equipment - Sales, services, rental and parts

Aircentric Corporation 12250 Inkster Rd Redford MI 48239 Contact: Cindy Dwyer (313)937-2131 • (313)937-2346 Fax cdwyer@aircentric.com www.aircentric.com Products On Display: Sales/Service aircompressors, heat exchangers, plate & frame, shell & tube all makes and models

ARC Document Solutions 1009 West Maple Rd Clawson MI 48017 2018 Contact: William Dunn See Our Ad on (248)288-5600 • 248-658-3044 Fax Page 42 bill.dunn@e-arc.com www.arc.com Products On Display: Copiers, Plotters, Scanning, Color Graphics

See Arc at Booth 402

The Albert M. Higley Co. 719 Griswold St Ste 280 Detroit MI 48226 Contact: Ryan Doyle (313)402-7349 rdoyle@amhigley.com www.amhigley.com Products On Display: Construction Managers, General Contractors.

Aluminum Supply 14359 Meyers Rd Detroit MI 48227 2018 Contact: Meghan Zoll See Our Ad on (313)491-5040 • (313)491-6462 Fax Page 53 mzoll@marshallholding.com www.aluminumsupply.com Products On Display: Sheet metal, extrusion distributor, custom fabrication, fastener dustributor American Leak Detection, Inc 11850 Whitmore Lake Rd Suite B Whitmore Lake MI 48189 Contact: Donna Brown Steve Walker (734)433-0000 • (734)550-9557 Fax Csrmi@americanleakdetection.com www.americanleakdetection.com Products On Display: Leak Detection Services Badger Daylighting 2650 Van Horn Rd Trenton MI 48183 Contact: Aaron Simon (734)308-8785 • 877-322-3434 Fax asimon@badgerinc.com www.badgerinc.com Products On Display: Non-destructive hydrovac excavation services

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Broner Glove & Safety 1750 Harmon Rd Auburn Hills MI 48326 Contact: Donna Preston (248)391-6016 • (248)391-5001 Fax dpreston@broner.com www.bronersafety.com Products On Display: Making A Diffrence In Your Safety Program…

Solutions, Training, In-Stock Safety Equipment & Products, Same-Day Shipping CTS-Construction Tool & Supply Co 20866 Dequindre Rd Warren MI 48091 Contact: Bill Parkhill 2018 (586)757-3330 • (586)757-5399 Fax See Our Ad on ctsbillparkhill@comcast.net Page 62 www.ctsfastening.com Products On Display: Dust Collection, Concrete Anchors, Masonry Drills & Bits, Spring Steel Clips, Beam Clamps, Thread Lockers, Fire Stopping Materials Contractors Training Institute 8756 Trenton Dr White Lake MI 48386 Contact: Edward G. Wenz, Jr. (248)698-6900 (248)694-2001 Fax edward@leadrenovatortraining.net www.contractorstraininginstitute.com Products On Display: Training & Consulting Dale Prentice Co. 26511 Harding Ave Oak Park MI 48237 Contact: Michael Cullen (248)299-5500 (248)299-5559 Fax mcullen@prenticeco.com www.prenticeco.com Products on Display: Prentice provides consistent value and innovation through leading manufacturers and engineering solutions in commerical and industrial applications, mitigating customers risks.

RS Dale Company Inc 6090 Wall St Sterling Heights MI 48312 2018 Contact: Tom Thompson See Our Ad on (586)264-1962 Page 59 (586)264-2165 Fax tthompson@rsdale.com www.rsdale.com Products On Display: Michigans largest inventory of hanger and support material, strut, fasterners, anchors, personal safety, firestop, DEWALT power-tools.

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PEDIGREE

150 Years old Over 90 Years old

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Doeren Mayhew 305 West Big Beaver Rd 2018 Ste 200 See Our Ad on Troy MI 48084 Page 44 Contact: Sandy Kowalski (248)244-3034 kowalski@doeren.com www.doeren.com Products On Display: Experienced construction CPAs offering industryspecific accounting, audit, tax, business valuation, litigation support, business advisory services and much more.

The Eisen Group 48679 Alpha Dr #190 Wixom MI 48393 Contact: Jeff Blackford (248)545-1002 x101 (248)545-7902 Fax jblackford@eisengroup.com www.eisengroup.com Products On Display: Manufacturer of specialty interior building products: Wall and door protection, entrance flooring and cubical tracks and curtains

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Enlighten Solutions 21580 Garfield Rd Northville MI 48167 Contact: Brennan Booms (313)300-2843 bbooms@enlightensolns.com www.enlightensolns.com Products On Display: LED lighting consulting & supply services for commercial & industrial buildings & outdoor spaces.

Examinetics, Inc 10561 Barkley Place, Suite 400 Overland Park, KS 66212 Contact: Jennifer Higerd (913)748-2000 (913)748-2121 Fax jennifer.higerd@examinetics.com www.examinetics.com Products On Display: Examinetics is the nation's largest provider of mobile occupational health and data management services. Examinetics offers a full spectrum of testing processes.

2018 Independently Strong.

Dynamic Together.

Booth 106

Working solo or in sync, Doeren Mayhew and Doeren Mayhew Capital Advisors deliver the financial and strategic insight into your business to conquer challenges and seize opportunities. Whether offering accounting support, evaluating tax structures, measuring value drivers, identifying targets or buyers, placing capital or negotiating deal structures, our team offers a unique approach to help construction businesses strengthen through the numbers. As your trusted advisors, count on us to take you from start to finish, and well beyond.

Leveraging 85 years’ experience of a top 50 “Best of the Best” CPA firm and a leading investment bank, rely on us to help build your business and maximize the return when you’re ready to grow or exit.

FabricAir, Inc Fowlerville MI Contact: Brad Bonnville (517)940-5199 bbo@fabricair.com www.fabricair.com Products On Display: The worlds leading manufaturer of fabric ducting since 1973!

Ferris State University 605 South Warren Ave; GRN-227 Big Rapids MI 49307 Contact: Suzanne Miller (231)591-3773 • (231)591-3587 Fax suzannemiller@ferris.edu www.ferris.edu/ctm Products On Display: Four-year university with an ACCE accredited construction management program covering commerical, industrial, institutional, residential, highway and bridge markets.

Foundation Software 17999 Foltz Industrial Pkwy Strongsville OH 44149 Contact: Brent Ragnoni (800)246-0800 (330)220-1443 Fax bragnoni@foundationsoft.com www.foundationsoft.com Products On Display: Foundation Software offers two products for construction; foundation job cost accounting software and an online payroll processing service.

Galeana's Van Dyke Dodge 28400 Van Dyke Warren MI 48093 Contact: Dennis Christina (586)510-4601 (586)573-7036 Fax dennis@vandykedodge.com www.vandykedodge.com Products on Display: Vehicle Dealership - Truck & Vans

Start preparing for your future by contacting us today.

C A P I TA L A D V I S O R S

www.doeren.com | 248.244.3000 | www.doerencapital.com Doeren Mayhew Capital Advisors securities offered through DCF, LLC. Member FINRA/SIPC

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The New Face of Building Exteriors

Tando offers an exciting new portfolio of premium low maintenance polymer exteriors that mimic the natural beauty of stone, brick and shake. Whether used in conjunction with other exterior materials or used exclusively, Tando always delivers unmatched realism, unlimited creativity and unequaled moisture management.

To learn more, visit Booth 121, or visit tandobp.com.

2018 Booth 121

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Gardiner C Vose Inc 2018 832 Crestview Ave See Our Ad on Bloomfield Hills MI 48302 Page 36 Contact: Kurt Schwarz (248)332-7000 • (248)332-7073 Fax kschwarz@gardinervose.com www.gardinervose.com Products On Display: Modernfold Operable Partitions, Novawall Sound Panels, Porter Athletic Gymnasium Equipment, TATE Access Flooring, Trendway Demountable Partitions, Specialty Union Carpenter Contracting GeoShack 2307 Springlake Rd., #514 Dallas TX 75234 Contact: Shannon Warmann (214)396-9831 swarmann@geoshack.com www.geoshack.com Products On Display: UAVs, lasers, total stations, robotic instruments, GPS survey systems, optical instruments, scanners, 2D & 3D machine control and variable rate control technology.

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Glassline Inc 199 W Ann Arbor Trail Plymouth MI 48170 Contact: Guy Kenny (734)453-2728 gkenny@glassline.us www.glassline.us Products On Display: Cornice, watertables, misc. details Ground Penetrating Radar Systems, Inc 7540 New West Road Toledo OH 43617 Contact: John Kessinger (419)467-1444 • (419)843-5829 Fax john.kessinger@gp-radar.com www.gp-radar.com Products On Display: Scanning/Location Services

Hansen Marketing Services Inc 1000 Decker Road, PO Box 640 Walled Lake MI 48390 Contact: Jerry Marquette (248)669-2323 2018 (248)669-1204 Fax See Our Ad on Jmarquette@hansenmarketing.com Pages 45, 47 & 49 www.hansenmarketing.com Products On Display: Wholesale Distributor Of Building Materials For Commercial & Residential Construction Henderson Glass 715 E South Blvd, Ste 201 Rochester Hills MI 48307 Contact: Cindy Bliemaster (248)829-4763 (248)829-4799 Fax BliemasterCJ@diversifiedglass.com www.hendersonglass.com Products On Display: Michigan's glass experts since 1915, serving your home, auto and commercial needs.

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International Masonry Institute 27780 Novi Rd, Suite 109 Novi MI 48377 Contact: Maria Michalowski (248)449-2689 mmichalowski@imiweb.org www.imiweb.org Products on Display: We provide education and consultation to owners, developers, architects, engineers and contracting officials on the benefits of using masonry & allied (union) craft workers.

Ironworkers Local 25 50490 W. Pontiac Trail Wixom MI 48393 Contact: Kevin McDonell (248)960-2130 (248)960-0980 Fax kevin.mcdonell@iw25tc.org www.ironworkers25.org Products On Display: 4 year apprentice training, specializing in structural reinforcing, rigging and machinery moving and ornamental ironwork.

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Jeffers Crane Service PO Box 807 Highland MI 48357 Contact: Vince Voetberg (248)207-6944 (888)758-8041 Fax vince.voetberg@allcrane.com www.allcrane.com Products On Display: Sales & Rentals Of Manlifts, Material Handlers, Boom Trucks, Cranes, Tower Cranes

Marshall Sales 14359 Meyers Rd 2018 Detroit MI 48227 See Our Ad on Contact: Meghan Zoll Page 53 (313)491-5040 (313)491-6462 Fax mzoll@marshallholding.com www.marshallsales.com Products On Display: Sheet metal, extrusion distributor, custom fabrication, fastener dustributor

MSC Floors 5407 Gratiot Ave St. Clair MI 48079 Contact: Ryan Tilly (810)966-2402 (810)966-8533 Fax sales@mscfloors.com www.mscfloors.com Products On Display: MSC Floors provides floor coatings and concrete solutions to commercial and industrial customers throughout Michigan.

Megadome Building By Harnois Industries 1044 Principale Saint-Thomas Quebec, Canada JOK 3LO Contact: Etienne Simard-Frenette (888)427-6647 • (450)756-8389 Fax info@harnois.com www.megadomebuildings.com Products On Display: Manufacturer of innovative steel structures and efficient building solutions that meet the financial and operational needs of it's customers.

Metro Wireless 25229 Dequindre Rd Madison Heights MI 48071 Contact: Dominic Serra (313)307-6401 dserra@metrowireless.com www.metrowireless.com Products On Display: Ultimate Wireless Internet Solution Kit in a Box - for all of your construction sites including temporary, mobile and rural needs! Also providing fixed wireless, fiber and ISP services. Metro Wireless is proud to be CAM's preferred Internet Service Provider Michigan CAT 24800 Novi Rd 2018 Contact: Chris Machalak See Our Ad on (248)349-4800 Page IBC (877)337-6197 Fax chris.machalak@michigancat.com www.michigancat.com Products On Display: Equpiment and equipment service provider

2018 Booth 414

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Michigan Glass Coatings, Inc 1120 Doris Rd Auburn Hills MI 48326 Contact: Chad Golda (248)364-6667 • (248)364-6670 Fax info@michgc.com www.michiganglasscoatings.com Products On Display: Commercial/Residential window films for sun control, security, privacy, and decorative purposes

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Michigan Nursery & Landscape Association 2149 Commons Parkway Okemos MI 48864 Contact: Kelley Mireles (517)381-0437 • (517)381-0638 Fax kelley@mnla.org www.mnla.org Products On Display: Michigan's Green Industry Resource

Michigan Laborers Training Apprenticeship Institution 11155 S. Beardslee Road Perry MI 48872 Contact: Lynn Coleman (517)625-4919 • (517)625-4046 Fax lcoleman@mltai.org Products On Display: Training for construction industry

Michigan Statewide Carpenters & Millwrights Joint Apprenticeship & Training Fund 1401 Farrow Ferndale MI 48220 Contact: Geroge Gillis (248)541-2740 • (248)541-1660 Fax george@detcarpapp.org Products On Display: Meet and discuss our apprenticeship program with union and non-union contractors, school boards & municipalities Motor City Industrial 1600 E 10 Mile Rd Hazel Park MI 48030 Contact: Thomas Gehringer (248)399-2830 tom.gehringer@motorcityindustrial.com www.motorcityindustrial.com Products On Display: Industrial supplies- fasteners; power tools; safety; abrasives

DELIVERING PERFORMANCE WHILE SAVING ENERGY

NAWIC Detroit #183 29488 Woodward Ave., Suite 127 Royal Oak MI 48073 Contact: Mashell Carissimi www.nawickdetroit.org Products on Display: Association of Women in Construction providing its members with opportunities for professional development, networking, leadership training and more.

HIGH-R VALUE LOW AIR LEAKAGE WATER TIGHT CLOSED CELL ZERO FIBERGLASS

· Spiral Duct, Round Fittings And Flat Oval HVAC Solutions · Third Generation HVAC Operated Spiral Division · Product Quality & Customer Service Driven

313.791.7295 ph 313.336.2346 fx 17950 Allen Rd. Melvindale, MI 48122 info@eliteairproducts.com

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National Ladder & Scaffold Co. 29350 John R Rd Madison Heights MI 48071 Contact: Natalie Corradi (248)399-0984 ex 363 natalie@natlad.com www.nationalladder.com Products on Display: Construction grade product: Ladders, scaffolding, fall & safety, van & truck, jobsite

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New Dimensions 2200 Stephenson Hwy Suite A Troy MI 48083 Contact: Randy Day (248)619-6100 (248)619-6107 Fax randy@new-dimensions.com www.new-dimensions.com Products On Display: Wide format printers, Plotters, Scanners, Copiers, Supplies and Services. Epson, HP, Xerox.

New Dimensions has been providing valuable technology solutions since 1984.

Nuggett Leasing Inc. 14667 Telegraph Rd Flat Rock MI 48134 Contact: Chelsea Collura (734)783-0500 • (734)783-0508 Fax chelseac@nuggettleasing.com www.nuggettleasing.com Products On Display: Storage trailers & containers sale and leasing. Providing customers of all industries, sizes & locations with convient, secure & affordable storage solutions!

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PPG Paints 23361 Telegraph Road Southfield MI 48033 Contact: Todd Gatesy (734)216-5631 tgatesy@ppg.com www.ppgpaints.com Products On Display: Paint, Equipment, and Sundrie's Performance Line Tool Center 130 S. Telegraph Rd Waterford MI 48328 Contact: Arthur Slaton (248)909-5748 (248)335-5211 Fax arthur@performancetoolcenter.com www.performancetoolcenter.com Products On Display: Michigan's largest tool center - 290+ vendors of high end contractor grade tools, machinery, woodworking, metalworking, and safety equipment.

We’ve got you covered:

All Makes, All Models, All of the Time.

The Best Source for all your Equipment, Rental and Maintenance Needs

TRAVERSE CITY

8300 M.72 East Williamsburg, MI 49690 Phone 231.267.5060 Fax 231.267.5257

SAGINAW

4600 AIS Drive, POB 253 Bridgeport, MI 48722 Phone 989.777.0090 Fax 989.777.1583

GRAND RAPIDS

600 44th Street S.W. Grand Rapids, MI 49548 Phone 616.538.2400 Fax 616.538.0449

DETROIT - N.E.

LANSING

DETROIT - WEST

3600 N, Grand River Ave. Lansing, MI 48906 Phone 517.321.8000 Fax 517.321.4191

56555 Pontiac Trail New Hudson, MI 48165 Phone 248.437.8121 Fax 248.437.5911

65809 Gratiot Avenue Lenox, MI 48050 Phone 586.727.7502 Fax 586.727.7311

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Plangrid 2111 Mission St #404 San Francisco CA 94110 Contact: Nick Bennett (781)330-3335 nick.bennett@plangrid.com www.plangrid.com Products On Display: PlanGrid is construction productivity software used on more than 500,000 projects around the world. The allows teams to collaborate effectively with access to an intelligent record set on any device, streamlining construction, turnover and operations.

Proficient Training & Consulting 36432 Pound Rd Richmond MI 48062 Contact: Lisa Macauley (586)651-1811 lmacauley@proficienttc.com www.proficienttc.com Products On Display: Workplace safety training, inspections, site safety professionals, safety plan creation, and program audits Progressive Plumbing & Supply 31239 Mound Rd Warren MI 48092 Contact: Jay Hults (586)264-2561 • (586)264-4250 Fax hultsjp@hotmail.com Products On Display: Plumbing Supplies and Commercial Bathroom Accessories RKA Petroleum 28340 Wick Rd Romulus MI 48174 Contact: Brett Siler (734)946-2199 734)946-4772 Fax bsiler@rkapetroleum.com www.rkapetroleum.com Products On Display: Distributor of petroleum product. Whole sale marketor

2018 Booth 210

Red Wing Shoe Company 3406 Quiet Eddy Ct. Fort Wayne IN 46818 Contact: Nick Barnard (260)403-9826 nick.barnard@redwingshoes.com www.redwingsafety.com Products On Display: Safety Footwear RetroFoam of Michigan Inc 200 Grover St PO Box 3098 Montrose MI 48457 Contact: Eric Garcia (989)488-4332 (989)393-6300 Fax eric@retrofoamofmichigan.com www.retrofoamofmichigan.com Products On Display: Installation of foam Insulation

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www.MarshallSales.com Ritz Safety 728 Hickorywood Drive Flushing MI 48433 Contact: Alex Preston (810)444-3158 • (317)263-3512 Fax alex.preston@ritzsafety.com www.ritzsafety.com Products on Display: Safe Products, Sound Advice, Delivered Ronnisch Construction Group 4327 Delemere Court Royal Oak MI 48073 Contact: Emily Schneider (248)556-4744 (248)723-8080 Fax eschneider@ronnisch.com www.ronnisch.com Products On Display: Construction Management Design/Build Services General Contracting Ryzen Lighting Group 3584 Roger B Chaffee Mem Blvd SE Wyoming MI 49548 Contact: Leslie Kaat (616)322-4757 leslie@ryzenlg.com www.ryzenlg.com Products On Display: LED bulbs & fixtures. Better living through LED lighting

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SMRCA 8155 Annsbury Dr Ste 104 Shelby Twp MI 48316 Contact: Heather Hadley (586)759-2140 (586)759-0528 Fax heather.hadley@smrca.org www.smrca.org Products On Display: Labor Management Working Together To Build The Best Roofs Safety Services Inc 5286 Wynn Rd 2018 Kalamazoo MI 49048 See Our Ad on Contact: Amy Flores Page BC (800)632-2955 • (269)382-6414 Fax alf@safetyservicesinc.com www.safetyservicesinc.com Products On Display: Distributor Of Safety, Health, Environmental & Emergency Reponse Products Since 1948; PPE, Fall Protection, Confined Space, Service Center, Rental; WBENC; Also located in GRAND RAPIDS

ASCO www.AluminumSupply.com

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Schonox HPS North America Inc Contact: Michael Mayer 511 Wilhite St Florence AL 35630 (855)381-2649 marketing@hpsubfloors.com www.hpsubfloors.com Products on Display: Subfloor solutions including; prime & moisture mitigation systems, repair & patching compounds, self leveler, adhesives & waterproofing material.

Shelby Paint & Decorating 47221 Van Dyke Shelby Twp MI 48317 Contact: Brian Eisbremer (586)739-0240 (586)739-0986 Fax brian@shelbypaint.com www.shelbypaint.com Products On Display: Paint, Wallcovering and Blinds. Made for Michigan

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Sherwin Williams 2550 S. Telegraph Rd Ste 118 Bloomfield Hills MI 48302 Contact: Brian Keszler (248)874-1214 (248)874-1275 Fax brian.a.keszler@sherwin.com www.sherwin-williams.com Products On Display: Paint Products, Stain Products, Supplies & Coating Solution, DIY, In Home Color Consults.

National Acounts. Wall & Floor Covering/ Concrete Coatings

St. John Providence Occupational Health 22255 Greenfield Ste 422 Southfield MI 48075 Contact: Kory Showers (248)967-7355 (248)967-7715 Fax korinne.showers@ascension.org www.stjohnprovidence.org/occupationalhealth Products On Display: Occupational Health & Wellness Services

Standard Textile 1 Knollcrest Dr Cincinnati OH 45237 Contact: Matt Filkins (734)341-3877 mfilkins@standardtextile.com www.standardtextile.com Products On Display: A Vertically Integrated Company, We're A Leading Global Provider Of End-To-End Solutions For The Institutional Textile & Apparel Markets

Swagelok Michigan 23920 Freeway Drive Farmington Hills MI 48335 Contact: Debra Golden (248)474-6624 • (248)474-3410 Fax debra.golden@swagelok.com www.michigan.swagelok.com Products On Display: Swagelok Michigan supports customers by providing fluid system solutions including assemblies and services for oil and gas, power, alternative fuels and instrumentation.

TriMedia Environmental & Engineering 830 W Washington St Marquette MI 49855 Contact: Greta Nylund (906)228-5125 (906)228-5126 Fax gnylund@trimediaee.com www.trimediaee.com Products On Display: Environmental, Health & Safety,Industrial Hygiene, and GIS Professional Services

United Rentals Power & HVAC 4705 Product Dr Wixom MI 48393 Contact: Eric Kamen (248)702-1881 (248)676-2449 Fax ekamen@ur.com www.unitedrentals.com Products On Display: Providers of Temporary Utilities including Power, Power Distribution, Heating, Air Conditioning, Dehumidification, Process Cooling and 100% Oil-Free Compressed Air 54 CAM MAGAZINE JANUARY 2018

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Urban's Partition & Remodeling Co. 19430 Gerald Northville MI 48167 Contact: Rod Vasold (248)348-1180 (248)348-7858 Fax rod@urbanspartition.com www.urbanspartition.com Products On Display: Moderco brand and accordian partitions, service of all brandsof partitions. Interior general contractor.

V & S Detroit Galvanizing 12600 Arnold St Redford MI 48239 Contact: Pete Kohler (313)535-2600 • (313)535-0862 Fax Petek@hotdipgalv.com www.hotdipgalvanizing.com Products On Display: Hot Dip Galvanizing - Ask about our: Many Value added services, Local or Nationwide Pick-Up/Delivery, Just in time Galvanizing to meet the Contractors Schedule Just in time Galvanizing to meet the Contractors Schedule

Venture Grafix 47757 West Rd Ste C-150 Wixom MI 48393 (586)703-1787 • (586)449-1337 Fax ray@venturegrafix.com www.venturegrafix.com Products on Display: Signs, Vehicle wraps, mobile truck advertising

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INTRODUCING THE

CAM Leadership Academy Brought to you by a partnership between

the Construction Association of Michigan and Premier Executive Forums as a Direct Solution Attacking the BIGGEST CRISIS to Hit the Michigan Construction Industry in 40 Years!

Next Generation Services Group, Inc. (NGSG) is a full service remediation and demolition contractor. NGSG provides demolition, salvage, dismantling, industrial cleaning, asbestos abatement, lead abatement, mold remediation and hazardous waste removal with our own full-time employees for each company. NGSG has successfully completed thousands of projects for some of the nations largest corporations. We believe that NGSG's depth of experience and technical expertise makes us uniquely qualified to comply with the stringent requirements of difficult demolition, environmental remediation, and indoor air quality projects that exist today.

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Vice President

Kyle Martin General Manager kyle@ngsg1.com

The Problem: The skill gap is a threat to American growth and competitiveness. U.S. employees are increasingly reporting problems finding qualified workers, despite stubbornly high unemployment rates. A recent survey found that 92% of executives believe there is a serious gap in workforce skills. According to the Gallup 2017 Workplace Study, 51% of U.S. employees say that they are actively looking for a new job or watching for openings.

Today’s business owners in the construction industry are not only experiencing a talent shortage but they are also now experiencing “The Perfect Storm.” According to new Gallup research in February 2017, the top four reasons for employee turnover are: 1. Lack of training, development, and career options 2. Non-competitive pay and benefits 3. Unskilled managers 4. Unhealthy company cultures The CAM Leadership Academy will assist in bridging the gap for new and existing employees in developing leaders in house that can capitalize on their existing skills, develop leadership soft skills for use on and off the jobsite, and work to build the future business leaders within the construction industry.

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Course Offerings 2018 CAMTEC

, the Training and Education Center at CAM, offers a wide variety of classes, workshops, and presentations on all aspects of construction. Sessions are available at the expanded CAMTEC facility in the CAM headquarters in Bloomfield Hills, or can be presented on site at your request. Programs are designed for construction and are taught by instructors with experience in the industry practices and standards. Members are encouraged to email us with suggestions for new course offerings.

If you have questions regarding CAMTEC class offerings, contact the CAMTEC office at (248) 972-1133, or e-mail Diane Sawinski at sawinski@cam-online.com or Jason Griffin at griffin@cam-online.com. Class dates and times are subject to change—please head to the Training & Education tab at www.cam-online.com for the most current schedule.

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4/11 thru 4/13/18 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

11/7 thru 11/9/18 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Mon & Thu 5/7 thru 6/28/18 5:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.

Planning & Scheduling

Printreading

3/13/18 9:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.

10/9/18 9:00 a.m. – 3:30 pm.

Mon & Thu 2/5 thru 3/26/18 5:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.

Mon & Thu 9/10 thru 10/29/18 5:00 p.m.

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Cost Estimating of a Construction Change Order 4/17/18 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

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Project Cost Management 6/7/18 8:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

11/1/18 8:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

Project Management & Supervision 6/12/18 9:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.

9/18/18 9:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.

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3/27/18 8:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

11/20/18 8:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

3/15/18 8:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

10/11/18 8:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

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10/4/18 8:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

Construction Liens 3/1/18 8:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.

9/27/18 8:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.

OSHA 500: Trainer Course in Construction 2/12 thru 2/15/18 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

7/9 thru 7/12/18 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

OSHA 502: Update for Construction Industry Outreach Trainers

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OSHA 3015: Trenching & Excavating 3/19 thru 3/22/18 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

OSHA 3095: Electrical Standards 1/22 thru 1/25/18 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

6/18 thru 6/21/18 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

1/8 thru 1/10 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

OSHA 3115: Fall Protection and EM 385

2/22/18 8:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.

9/13/18 8:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.

OSHA 521: Guide to Industrial Hygiene

4/1 thru 4/5/18 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

9/10 thru 9/13/18 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Payment Bonds

5/21 thru 5/24/18 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

8/13 thru 8/16/18 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Mitigating Contract Risk

3/8/18 8:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.

10/18/18 8:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.

Prevailing Wage Compliance 3/17/18 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

9/6/18 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

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OSHA 2015: Hazardous Materials

OSHA 7105 Evacuation & Emergency Planning 5/11/18 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

6/4 thru 6/7/18 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

OSHA 2264: Permit-Required Confined Space Entry 3/5 thru 3/7/18 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

8/27 thru 8/29/18 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

OSHA 7205: Health Hazard Awareness 1/26/18 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

9/28/18 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Asbestos & Lead Awareness – MTI Elective 1/11/18 9:00 a.m. – 12:30 pm.

Elements of a Safety & Health Management System – MTI Required 8/7 & 8/8/18 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Excavations: The Grave Danger – MTI Elective 3/6/18 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Health Hazards in Construction – MTI Required 1/23/18 9:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.

MA 3210: Scaffold Safety 2/26/18 8:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

7/13/18 8:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

MIOSHA Recordkeeping & Cost of Injuries – MTI Elective 7/17/18 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

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OSHA 7500: Intro to Safety & Health Management

OSHA 30-Hour for Construction

First Aid, CPR, AED Combined

3/23/18 8:00 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.

6/8/18 8:00 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.

2/19 thru 2/22/18 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

4/16 thru 4/19/18 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

11/5 thru 11/8/18 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

OSHA 7505: Accident Investigation

Part 45: Fall Protection

4/6/18 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

8/30/18 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

4/24/18 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

1/17/18 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

3/14/18 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

5/16/18 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

7/18/18 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

9/19/18 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

12/12/18 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

Part 451: Respiratory Protection OSHA 7510: Intro to OSHA for Small Business

5/8/18 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

3/8/18 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Supervisor’s Role in Safety & Health – MTI Elective

OSHA 7845: OSHA Recordkeeping

6/5/18 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

1/11/18 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

7/27/18 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

2/14/18 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

4/14/18 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

6/13/18 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

10/17/18 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

12/12/18 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

OTHER SAFETY & HEALTH CLASSES

Lead Renovator Initial Training

ARC Flash Awareness

2/6/18 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

5/14/18 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

OSHA 10-Hour for Construction 1/18 & 1/19/2018 9:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.

3/15 & 3/16/18 9:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.

6/14 & 6/15/18 9:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.

10/11 & 10/12/18 9:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.

SAGINAW: First Aid, CPR, AED Combined

2018 dates TBD

ARC Flash Qualified 2018 dates TBD

Lead Renovator Refresher Training 3/13/18 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

6/11/18 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

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Safety Leadership Conference 12/7/18 7:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.

OTHER AVAILABLE COURSES Scan for more information on CAMTEC classes

Residential Builders License Continuing Ed (3-hour) 2/13/18 8:30 a.m. – 11:30 p.m.

4/19/18 8:30 a.m. – 11:30 p.m.

Tradeshow Exhibitors Sales Training Offered each December

LOCATION & CONTACTS CAM Headquarters 43636 Woodward Avenue Bloomfield Hills, MI 48302 Phone: (248) 972-1000 Fax: (248) 972-1001 Located approximately ½ mile north of Square Lake Road on the east side of Woodward Avenue.

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P h y l l i s F ra t z k e E a r l y C h i l d h o o d L e a r n i n g L a b o ra t o r y : New Facility Provides the Building Blocks for a Quality Early Childhood Education Photos Courtesy of Justin MaConoChie PhotograPhy

rand Rapids Community College’s (GRCC) existing preschool education program has a 40-year history of providing exemplary early childhood education. The new Phyllis Fratzke Early Childhood Learning Laboratory building relocates the existing program onto the campus and expands its scale and impact. With the new facility, the program aims to become an internationally recognized, premier center of excellence known for innovative, high-quality education, nurturing diverse learners and positively impacting the community. Thanks to the talents of Berkley-based Stantec Architecture and Rockford Construction, Grand Rapids, GRCC now has a facility whose high caliber matches the school’s stellar reputation.

GRCC’s early childhood education program includes a preschool facility providing service to the community and laboratory space supporting hands-on educational opportunities for college students. The location of the building centralizes the program to its users, creating a transition between the neighborhood to the east and the college campus to the west.

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Due to an aggressive design schedule, Stantec utilized a series of design charrettes with GRCC to define goals, prioritize dreams, iterate options, and synthesize decisions to strengthen the program’s ambitions. The end result: The single-story, 22,600square-foot building features a flexible multi-purpose room for gross motor activities, an adjacent family reception lobby, administrative support offices, and adaptable classroom laboratories (infant, toddler, preschool and adult).

The two building wings provide direct access from all classrooms to secure outdoor learning areas – one for infants and toddlers, and a second separate area for preschoolers. Access to natural light and the ability to open the building to the exterior from every classroom were guiding principles established during those early charrettes.

With the addition of this new child development facility, GRCC aims to elevate the program as a community-based resource dedicated to early childhood education, offering learning opportunities for educators, parents and providers throughout the Grand Rapids community.

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Unique Construction Challenges Challenge One: Small Site with Steep Grade The existing grade dropped by roughly 27 feet from the northeast to the southwest corner.

The desire to keep all the spaces on one floor level on the relatively tight site created design challenges for the architects and logistics challenges for the builder. The building was positioned tight to the north boundary to comply with maximum setback zoning requirements, with a small parking lot located along the east edge – the only flat portion of the site.

Stantec and Rockford adopted a variety of design and construction strategies to tackle these concerns: • The building design mitigates the existing topography by cascading the classrooms down the slope, which minimized the amount of fill needed to level out the site.

• The building is shaped like a ‘U’ with the top facing west; this shape allowed the construction process to be phased.

The foundation of the connector portion was left low and the team sequenced the connector’s construction to lag behind the two wings. This strategy allowed cranes, concrete pump trucks, and construction lifts access into the central courtyard area. The majority of the building area could be reached from this location, which utilized the level ground for completion of as many activities as possible.

• To address the steep grade challenges along the west side of the building, the team utilized temporary grading to provide flat areas for scaffold erection and larger articulating boom lifts for access for all construction activities.

• On-site parking was limited to foremen only, and required materials were delivered on an as-needed basis.

• The City sidewalk and parking lane along the north side of the site were temporarily closed off.

These temporary closures created an additional buffer used as a safe zone between construction and the public, as additional space for material storage, and as additional room for lifts and other construction equipment deployed along the north side of the building.

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Challenge Two: Polished Concrete Floor Design The design of the polished concrete floors in the lobby and corridors presented some unique construction issues. The design called for two different concrete mixes to be placed side-by-side in a wavelike pattern, with a slight intermixing of the two mixes.

To ensure the design intent was successfully accomplished, numerous conversations and meetings took place to understand the desired look and to determine the best way to achieve it. The main challenge was placing the two mixes at the same time in the proper pattern without aggregate mixing from one location to the next. Any reworking due to error or damage was also a concern due to the tight schedule and radiant floor heat tubing throughout the building.

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The team successfully managed these concerns using the following methods: • Scheduling was the first key to success.

Due to site access limitations and the need for the two mixes to be placed as described, pump trucks had to be utilized for placement of the concrete. To utilize the pump trucks, floor slabs had to be placed prior to setting the roof trusses on the building, making the floor slab placement an early critical path item. Typically, the floor slabs can be placed further along in the schedule.

• A quality mock-up was extremely helpful in placing these challenging floors. Tim Burgess from Burgess Concrete was an integral part of this process. His work ranged from providing a design perspective on the layout and mix of concrete all the way to the final polish.

• Eric Den Hartigh, foreman for Cascade Cement, was also instrumental in the success of the

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process. He found a flexible form material that he placed to create the curves between the two mixes. The form was kept in place until after the screening process was complete and then removed to allow the slight intermixing of the two mixes.

• The floor protection process was critical to maintaining the integrity of the final product until turnover.

Challenge Three: Maintaining OneHour Rated Partitions with Wood Trusses and Bracing Penetrations The building design called for wood trusses and bracing of the roof framing members. Multiple rooms required the partitions to maintain a one-hour fire rating. Additionally, the wood framing members penetrated the rated partitions in numerous locations. Designing and constructing a detail that building officials would approve presented another challenge.

Some of the steps taken to successfully resolve this challenge included the

following: • An RFI was utilized to begin the process.

• Numerous conversations took place between the A/E representative, the framing and drywall contractor, and the local building inspector.

• Various details were submitted back and forth for feedback.

• A basic design was approved by the inspector.

• Sobie Company’s Project Manager, David Langworthy, submitted an alternate design that was officially accepted.

• Numerous inspections were required for each step involved in constructing the detail in all of the required locations.

-Information provided courtesy of Stantec Architecture and Rockford Construction

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The following firms participated in the project: • Appliances – Decker & Sons, Grand Rapids • Asphalt Paving – Lite Load Services, LLC, Hamilton • Caulking – Irish Caulking Waterproofing & Ri, Dorr • Civil Engineer and Landscape Architect – Nederveld, Grand Rapids • Concrete – Cascade Cement, Caledonia • Concrete Polishing – Burgess Concrete Construction, Wayland • Doors & Windows – Vos Glass, Inc., Grand Rapids • Drywall – Sobie Company, Inc., Caledonia • Electrical – Circuit Electric, Inc., Kalamazoo • Exterior Flatwork – Schepers Concrete Construction, Grand Rapids • Fencing – Ottawa Fence Works, Inc., Bryon Center • Fire Protection – Triad Fire Suppression, Inc., Grand Rapids • Flooring – Bouma Corporation, Grand Rapids • HVAC – Quality Air Heating & Cooling, Inc., Grand Rapids; Trane Service Group-GR, Grand Rapids • Kitchen Equipment – Merchandise Equipment & Supply, Grand Rapids • Landscaping – Koetje Landscaping, LLC, Grand Rapids • Masonry – JK Masonry, Inc., Comstock Park • Misc. Metal – East Muskegon Roofing, Muskegon • Painting – K&A Commercial and Industrial Painting, LLC, Cedar Springs • Plumbing – Paul J. Sommerdyke Plumbing, Inc., Grand Rapids • Roller Shades – MSC Blinds and Shades, Bronson • Signage – Visual Entities, Inc., Grand Rapids • Sitework – Velting Contractors, Grand Rapids • Structural Steel – FCC, Inc., Caledonia • Woods & Plastics – Rockford Trades, Grand Rapids • Grand Rapids Community College – Jim VanDokkumburg, Executive Director of Facilities, and Scott Martin, Senior Project Manager

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Access to natural light and the ability to open the building to the exterior from every classroom were among the project’s guiding design principles.

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100% Stainless Steel Classroom Faucet and Bubbler Protects Quality of Drinking Water Just Manufacturing offers an ADA compliant 100% Type 304 cast stainless steel vandal resistant faucet (JSFVR-5) and a 100% Type 304 cast stainless steel drinking fountain bubbler (JSB-10) to help promote drinking water safety in the academic environment.

Bacterial growth is reduced through the use of Type 304 stainless steel. For vandal resistance, a Type 304 stainless pipe faucet spout is five times the strength of a tubular brass spout.

Stainless steel, known for durability, clean-ability and nonporous surfaces, is also material used in water supply fixtures like faucets and bubblers. When these fixtures are composed entirely of Type 304 stainless steel, inside and out, it reduces potential sources of contamination, while providing maximum protection to drinking water and human health.

Totally lead-free and vandal resistant, the JSFVR-5 faucet features an attractive 100% stainless steel body and pipe spout with a polished stainless mirror finish; cast solid lever handles; ceramic replaceable disc cartridges and water-saving integral aerators. The faucet is certified to NSF/ANSI 61/9-G-NSF372 and AB-1953.

Stainless steel fixtures are more scratch resistant and more durable than alternative materials, which are subject to scaling or permanent damage that can provide a breeding ground for pathogens and microorganisms.

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Drinking fountain bubblers, regularly used in commercial and public settings, get greater benefit from using stainless steel.

The Just JSB-10 ADA Compliant drinking fountain bubbler features a totally lead-free construction with 100% stainless steel body, push activator, supply pipe and replaceable stainless steel regulator cartridge. Featuring a highly buffed mirror finish and self-closing, push button controlled cartridge with an adjustable flow regulator, the JSB-10 is certified to ANSI/NSF 61/Section 9, and conforms to ANSI standard 112.18.1.

Easy clean-ability makes stainless steel the first choice for strict hygienic conditions.

When properly cleaned and maintained, stainless steel surfaces resist growth of bacteria, mold and microorganisms that can cause disease. Stainless steel is also highly durable, reducing maintenance and replacement costs, and lasts a lifetime if taken care of properly. Unlike brass, the finish cannot be “worn off” over time.

Stainless steel faucets and bubblers, along with the full Just Manufacturing line of faucets are ANSI/NSF 61/Section 9, NSF 372; conform to ANSI standard 112.18.1 and meet the requirements of the U.S. Clean Water Drinking Act of 2014 and AB1953.

Just Manufacturing designs and manufactures a broad range of quality grade stainless steel sinks and accessories for high-end residential and commercial applications. All Just Manufacturing stainless steel sinks and fixtures are Made in the USA with 100% American steel and certified for ARRA project work specifications. USA milled stainless steel is 90% recycled.

For more information, visit www.justmfg.com or call (847) 678-5151, Just Manufacturing Company, 9233 King Street, Franklin Park, IL 60131.

Pettibone Introduces CaryLift 254i to Material Handling Lineup Pettibone has introduced the Cary-Lift 254i to its line of pipe, pole and log handlers. Purpose-built to deliver numerous safety and performance benefits over other material handling alternatives, the Cary-Lift is particularly adept at moving and placing heavy pipe in construction sites and stock yards.

The Cary-Lift 254i features a unique overhead lift arm design, giving the operator full front visibility when lifting or transporting loads – a sharp contrast to the lift arms on wheel loaders, which are located directly in front of the vehicle.

Additionally, Cary-Lift forks are capable of tilting down 90 degrees for specialized lifting tasks, such as unloading pipe from railroad gondola cars.

The 254i is powered by a 225horsepower Cummins QSB6.7 Tier 4 diesel engine with DOC and SCR aftertreatment. The unit includes an engine-driven fan, cooling package and engine block heater as standard equipment. The machine provides a maximum load capacity of 25,000 pounds and max lift height of 14 feet. Offering 4wheel drive with 2-wheel, 4-wheel and crab hydraulic power steering modes – and with the wheelbase limited to just 12 feet – the 254i can achieve a turning radius of 23 feet, 6 inches.

Unlike forward-reaching articulated loaders, the Cary-Lift’s heavy-duty, solid steel frame design allows it to take full loads into sharp turns without sacrificing load capacity or stability. Hydraulic frame sway control and side shift capabilities further stabilize loads by leveling the lifting frame when driving on uneven ground.

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swiveling, adjustable suspension seat with seat belt, padded armrests and lumbar support. Dual joysticks provide intuitive controls to efficiently shift gears and control the hydraulics. Large tinted safety glass windows and a rear-view camera with 7-inch display are standard.

A quick attach system increases the machine’s versatility, with fork frames, pipe and pole baler, log baler, scrap baler and tire handler all available as attachments.

For more information, call (906) 3534800 or (800) 467-3884, or visit www.gopettibone.com.

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safe deployment of 125 pounds of equipment up to 12 feet high, and collapsed to 4.5 feet. The tower itself is built with steel square tubing coated with a glossy blue corrosion resistant finish.

The 360º telescoping mast is elevated with the press of a button to its upright position. To extended the mast vertically, an included 1,000-pound winch with 3/16” galvanized cable is used for simple and fast deployment of electrical equipment. This lighting tower system also features a mounting plate provides a stable platform for light fixtures and equipment, and a proprietary mast guidance system to help this unit withstand winds up to 125 mph.

The LM-12-4.5-5S-FM-2X24ET-LV comes with two of Larson Electronics LEDLB-24ET LEDs, which produce a total of 8,640 lumens with only a 144-watt draw. Adding to the durability of the rest of the lighting system, these LEDs are constructed of aluminum with a polycarbonate lens resistant to shocks and vibration. The IP68 rated LEDs can

withstand rapid temperature changes of 40 degrees Celsius to 85 degrees Celsius, are waterproof to 3 meters, and resistant to dirt, dust and humidity.

View Larson Electronics’ entire line of lighting by visiting them on the web at www.larsonelectronics.com . You can also call (800) 369-6671 to learn more, or (903) 498-3363 for international inquiries.

Larson Electronics, LLC Releases 144W 5-Stage FoldOver Light Mast Industrial lighting expert, Larson Electronics LLC, has announced the release of a fold-over 5-stage light mast that can deploy 144 watts of illumination up to twelve feet. This light tower features a removable mast head for storage, with a 360º rotating boom and 2 of Larson Electronics’ LEDLB-24ET LEDs for high quality, intense illumination. This 5-stage mast is ideal for temporary lighting, construction sites and security camera deployment.

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Chem Link Expands Sealant Offerings with NovaLink TX Sealant Chem Link, a formulator and manufacturer of high-performance adhesives, sealants, coatings and related products, is pleased to announce the expansion of its sealant offerings with a new joint sealant. NovaLink TX is a moisture-cured, polyether, elastomeric joint sealant designed for application in damp, dry or cold climates, perfect for use with pools and spas as well as other difficult construction applications where a textured appearance is required.

NovaLink TX is easy to use and meets high-performance standards.

Because it cures in both wet and dry climate conditions and at low temperatures, NovaLink TX can be used in many difficult application conditions.

The new sealant is solvent-free, contains no isocyanates and will not shrink upon curing. NovaLink TX also boasts excellent adhesion to most construction materials and resilient elastomeric properties.

Additionally, NovaLink TX offers: • Moisture-cured, 100% solids elastomeric sealant • Single-component formula requires no mixing, helping to reduce labor costs • Joint movement of +/- 35%, keeping moving joints tightly sealed • Easy to gun and tool, speeding up application and making neater joints • No primer required for most construction materials, lowering installation costs • Textured appearance complements rough surfaces NovaLink TX is easy to gun and tool, speeding up application and making neater joints. In most instances, when using this sealant, no primer is required for use on most construction materials, which can lower installation costs. In addition, the single-component formula requires no mixing, which can help reduce labor costs on the project.

With a variety of colors available and the option for custom colors, NovaLink TX can match or coordinate with the aesthetic of any need.

NovaLink TX meets or conforms to: • OTC Rule for Sealants • ASTM C920, Type S, Grade NS, Class 35, Uses NT, T2, M, G, A &O • California Regulations CARB, BAAQMD and SCAQMD • Federal Specification TT-S-00230-C Type II, Class B • Corps of Engineers CRD-C-541, Type II, Class B • Canadian Standards Board CAN 19, 13-M82

For more information on Chem Link’s NovaLink TX product, including specifications, visit www.ChemLink.com .

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Eaton Introduces Portfolio 2-Inch LED Cylinders Available with Advanced Dim-to-Warm Technology for Hospitality, Retail, Institutional, Healthcare and Commercial Spaces Power management company Eaton announced the introduction of the Portfolio 2-inch aperture LED Cylinders available in round and square configurations for ceiling-, wall- or pendant-mount applications. The slender family is available with numerous standard features and options including four beam distributions and lumen packages; six color temperatures; three color rendering index (CRI) choices; and Eaton’s Dim-toWarm (D2W™) technology to satisfy specific application needs.

The Portfolio LED cylinders are available in both uplight and downlight or downlight only configurations for interior and exterior needs in hospitality, retail, institutional, healthcare and commercial spaces.

The 2-inch LED cylinders can dim down to one percent. Dimming LED products reduces the light output but doesn’t change the color as it does when dimming standard incandescent sources. The D2W technology performs comparably to popular halogen sources, providing clean, Visit us online at www.cammagazineonline.com

crisp light at full power of 3000 Kelvin (K) and dimming smoothly to 1850K, creating a rich, warm glow of light.

The Portfolio 2-inch cylinder family offers a choice of: • 500, 1000, 1500 or 2000 lumens packages.

• 15-, 25-, 40- or 55-degrees light beam distributions.

• Six color temperatures including 2400K, 2700K, 3000K, 3500K, 4000K and 5000K. • 80, 90 or 97 CRI options.

• An integral reflector available in nine finishes.

• Matte black, white, bronze and silver paint exterior colors.

The Portfolio 2-inch light-emitting diode cylinders are rated for 50,000 hours at 70 percent lumen maintenance. The products are ENERGY STAR® certified.

To learn more about Eaton’s Portfolio cylinder family, visit www.cooperindustries.com.

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Walbridge, Ohio-based Inc. recently GEM announced that A.J. King has been promoted to Design and Virtual Construction (VDC) team leader for the company.

King King has worked with GEM Inc. since 2013 and will continue to serve as VDC designer/laser scan His new responsibilities technician. include supervising the other VDC designers and training new designers and co-ops in computer-aided design (CAD) systems and laser scanning.

McNish Group, a Royal Oak-based risk management and independent insurance agency, is pleased to announce that Cory French has joined the company as an account executive, with a strong focus on construction business development.

French, is a graduate of Graceland University, has spent the last 13 years focusing his expertise as a surety and property and casualty insurance agent in Michigan.

James D. Conner, vice president of business development at Triangle Associates, Inc., Grand Rapids, was recently appointed to the operations committee of Conner the Grand Rapids-Kent County Convention/Arena Authority (CAA). This committee is charged with advising and assisting the CAA’s board of directors in the operations of the organization’s facilities. Conner has more than 25 years of general contracting; design, build and development; and new business development experience in the construction industry. In addition to his business development work at Triangle he is also involved in client work within the healthcare, commercial, housing, civic/government, and retail market segments.

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CORPORATE NEWS CAM Member R.L. Deppmann Company recently announced that after 38 years in their Southfield location, they have relocated to Novi in order to support continued growth and better serve their customers. The increase in warehouse space will allow the company to stock more parts and products, and expand the services they offer. The move will also allow their Dow Glycol services to be housed in the same building, providing improvements to that part of their business. The company’s office space has doubled as they continue to add necessary staff, as well as a state-of-the-art training center. R.L. Deppmann’s new address is 46575 Magellan Drive, Novi, MI 48377. The phone numbers, fax numbers and email contacts all remain the same.

Holland-based Elzinga & Volkers a leading provider of (E&V), construction management services, has earned a dual certification for firestop standards by FM, an international leader in third-party testing and certification services, and UL, an organization that helps companies demonstrate safety, confirm compliance, enhance sustainability and deliver quality and performance. These certifications make E&V the first member in Michigan and the eighth member of the Firestop Contractors International Association in the U.S. to earn this achievement.

Walbridge, Ohio-based GEM Inc., of the Rudolph Libbe Group, is ranked 2nd in Ohio and 7th in Michigan among Engineering News-Record (ENR) Midwest’s Top Specialty Contractors of 2017. GEM is ranked 12th in ENR’s entire Midwest region which includes 11 states. Rankings are based on 2016 regional revenue

SmithGroupJJR, one of the nation's largest integrated design firms, has expanded its national presence with the opening of an office in San Diego, California. This is the 10th U.S. office for the firm, in addition to its location in Shanghai, China. The San Diego office is led by Bonnie Khang-Keating, who is also maintaining her current role leading SmithGroupJJR’s Los Angeles office.

The firm is doing work for clients including the Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center, the County of San Diego and Scripps Health. The launch of the San Diego office is additional evidence of the firm’s steady growth pattern. The San Diego office of SmithGroupJJR is located at 225 Broadway in downtown San Diego.

Rudolph Libbe Inc., Walbridge, Ohio, is the design/build contractor and is performing the concrete, masonry, carpentry and site work for the new Cutting Edge Countertops facility expansion. Cutting Edge Countertops, an Ohio-based countertop fabrication company, has announced an expansion plan that is designed to provide additional capacity required for its anticipated business growth over the coming years. The new 71,400-squarefoot Varco Pruden pre-engineered metal building addition will increase the company’s 24,000 -square-foot Perrysburg facility to more than 95,000 square feet, quadrupling their operation space. The expansion will add a twostory office, manufacturing, warehousing, shipping and receiving areas. This will allow Cutting Edge to support growth in their existing locations across the states of Ohio, Michigan and Indiana, as well as new markets in the future. The project is scheduled for completion in spring 2018.

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January 22, 2018 Laser Scanning Workshop on Tolerances World of Concrete, Las Vegas, NV General and concrete contractors, manufacturers of laser screening equipment, scanning processing companies, and others in the industry will present and discuss 3D measurement, imaging and realization technology in the construction industry.

For more information, visit www.ascconline.org or call the ASCC office at (866) 788-2722.

January 29, 2018 Michigan Construction Summit Kellogg Hotel & Conference Center, East Lansing One-day conference to explore the construction workforce shortage. Expert talks, breakout speakers, roundtable discussions.

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January 25-26, 2018 ASCE – Earth-Retaining Structures: Selection, Design, Construction, and Inspection Embassy Suites Centennial Olympic Park, Atlanta, GA This program is developed to meet the needs of generalist civil engineers, geotechnical and structural specialists, contractors, and retaining wall company representatives.

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February 19-22, 2018 American Architectural Manufacturers Association (AAMA) 81st Annual Conference Loews Portofino Bay, Universal Studios, Orlando, FL New conference schedule held Monday thru Thursday.

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