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Construction Update Newsletter
MAY 2015
Brick by Brick
Talecris Plasma Resources - Anderson, Indiana
Upcoming Milestones
Donor Waiting Area
»» Exterior concrete »» Brick complete »» Storefront glass »» Painting »» Ceiling grid »» Retaining walls
Executive Summary Meet Your Project Manager!
Welcome to On Location!
Hello! My name is Brad Giha and I am the project manager for the new Talecris Plasma Resources in Anderson, Indiana. I would also like to introduce our site manager for the project, Jim Carr with Fredericks Contractors. Jim and I bring a combined 40 plus years of construction experience to this project. This project is nearing its sixth month of construction and is progressing nicely. Over the past months, we have completed a multitude of activities, including:
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Name: Brad Giha Role: Project Manager Did you know? Brad started his career in construction over 10 years ago as a carpenter!
»» Interior Framing
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»» Underground Plumbing
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»» Structural Steel & Roof Decking »» Exterior Sheathing
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We have completed a significant amount of work, but there is much more to come. I am excited to see this project progress and I know with all the hard work of Talecris Plasma Resources and Elzinga & Volkers we will be successful! Brad Giha, Project Manager bradg@elzinga-volkers.com
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Project Progress Photos
SPOTLIGHT ON SAFETY An estimated 2.3 million construction workers, or 65% of the construction industry, work on scaffolds. Protecting workers from scaffold-related accidents may prevent some of the 4,500 injuries and 60 deaths every year. Faulty design and inadequate construction are sometimes involved, but in most cases, scaffold accidents are caused by careless maintenance and improper use. On our site, we ensure scaffolding safety by:
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»» Performing daily inspections prior to use
Employee Breakroom Window
»» Boarding, fencing and fastening all platforms »» Avoiding a stockpile of materials or overloading »» Forbidding their use during storms or high winds »» Clearing the area surrounding the scaffolding
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The Look Ahead
With winter now in our rear view mirror, we are putting the pedal to the metal. We are working on all facets of the project. On the interior we are finishing drywall and working on above ceiling mechanical, electrical and plumbing work. Once complete with the finishes we will be priming and starting ceiling grid. On the exterior we are completing the brick, starting exterior concrete and finishing up some of the storm sewer.
Upcoming Milestones »» Drywall Finished and Paint Ready
»» Ceiling Grid
»» Exterior Brick Completed
»» Exterior Glazing
»» Metal Wall Panels »» MEP Above Ceiling Work
»» Casework Install
»» Exterior Concrete »» Retaining Walls
»» Walls Primed
SPOTLIGHT Fredericks Contractors Throughout this project Fredericks Contractors has been a tremendous help. No matter what is needed they are always willing to assist. Both Jim Carr, who is serving as our field manager, and Janice Stamper, their project manager, have been great to work with.
Project Progress and Major Milestones Talecris
The Monthly Funny Ready for Move In
Interiors Complete Drywall Complete Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing Rough-In Wall Framing Structural Steel Site Work
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