Construction Outlook March 2021 by Ucane

MARCH | 2021

Years of Excellence 1954-2021

UCANE President

Marcella Albanese Albanese Brothers, Inc.

• Gorilla Hydraulic Breakers and the Todesco Family Means Quality and Dependability for Contractors • Public Works Pipeline : A n Interview with Chris Bouchard, DPW Director –Town of South Hadley • CLF Sues Barnstable Over Pollution in Lewis Bay

JOIN THE MOVEMENT www.letsmovewater.com

#letsmovewater

Work Smarter with Schmidt Dozers

Loaders

Backhoes

Dump Trucks

Motor Graders

Excavators 5 Locations Serving MA and RI Billerica M A S S A C H U S E T T S

Springfield

North Oxford Plymouth

Serving New England Since 1956

Branches: North Oxford, MA ~ 80 Southbridge Rd. (508) 987-8786 Swansea, MA ~ 2397 GAR Highway (508) 379-9810

Plymouth, MA ~ 88 Camelot Drive (508) 830-9997 Billerica, MA ~ 4 Sterling Rd. (978) 667-4345 Springfield, MA ~ 1620 Page Blvd. (413) 543-5595

www.SchmidtEquipment.com

R I

Swansea

IF YOU KNOW WHAT THIS IS YOU NEED TO KNOW WHO WE ARE RENTALS SALES ENGINEERING TRAINING

“THE TRENCH & TRAFFIC SAFETY SPECIALISTS”

SERVICE

BOSTON BRANCH 49 SILVA LANE DRACUT, MASSACHUSETTS 01826 PHONE (978) 475-0420 FAX (978) 475-4022

FOR MORE INFORMATION CALL (888) 234-9244 WITH A NATIONWIDE BRANCH NETWORK, WE’RE WHERE YOU NEED US TO BE

www.ntsafety.com

“BUY FROM THE ADVERTISERS IN CONSTRUCTION OUTLOOK”

MARCH, 2021

Years of Excellence 1954-2021

MARCH, 2021

IN THIS ISSUE

OFFICERS President MARCELLA ALBANESE Albanese Bros., Inc.

President-Elect RYAN McCOURT

McCourt Construction Company

Treasurer BRIAN COONEY

C. C.Construction Inc.

Secretary CHRIS VALENTI

GVC Construction, Inc.

BOARD OF DIRECTORS VINCENT BARLETTA

Barletta Heavy Division

NICK BIELLO

J. D’Amico, Inc.

MIKE BISZKO, III

Biszko Contracting Corp.

5 President’s Message:

Recent Storms Again Highlight Importance of Water Infrastructure

7 Legislative Update: • • • •

House and Senate Appoint Leadership for 2021-2022 Legislative Session Revenue Collections Up; Has the Post-Pandemic Recovery Started? Municipal Changes Afoot in 2021 as Variety of Mayors Not Seeking Reelection News in Brief

17 Under the Hard Hat with UCANE’s Officers and Board Members: George DeFelice, DeFelice Corporation

21 UCANE’s 2021 Scholarship Applications Now Available 23 Safety Corner: So How’s it Going for Your Company?

27 Insurance Perspective:

Risk – What Do I Do With That?

32 Associate Member of the Month:

ANDREW DANIELS

Gorilla Hydraulic Breakers and the Todesco Family Means Quality and Dependability for Contractors

GEORGE DeFELICE

39 In Memoriam:

J. Derenzo Co.

DeFelice Corporation

JERRY GAGLIARDUCCI

Gagliarducci Construction, Inc.

JOE GIOIOSO

P. Gioioso & Sons, Inc.

DAN HORGAN

R. H. White Const. Co., Inc.

LISA FRENCH KELLEY

W. L. French Excavating Corp.

BILL LEONARD

Aqua Line Utility, Inc.

JOHN OUR

Robert B. Our Co., Inc.

QUERINO PACELLA

RJV Construction Corp.

RICHARD PACELLA, JR. R. M. Pacella, Inc.

BRIAN RAWSTON

James McCarthy, Atlantic States Cast Iron Pipe Co.

41 Public Works Pipeline:

An Interview with Chris Bouchard, DPW Director – Town of South Hadley

45 Technology in Construction:

Construction Software Trends in 2021

51 ‘It’s Hard to Frugal Your Way to Early Retirement,’ Says Self-Made Millionaire who Retired at 34 59 Spotlight on Cape Cod: CLF Sues Barnstable Over Pollution in Lewis Bay

63 UCANE Member Testimonials 64 UCANE’s 2021 Officers and Board Members 123 Commemorative Congratulatory Ad Index

CONGRATULATORY ADS Pages 68-122 UCANE sincerely thanks our members for their ongoing support of our Officers and Board Members.

Jay Cashman, Inc.

FRED ROGERS

Scrap-It, Inc./Minichiello Bros., Inc.

ERIK SVEDEN

C. N. Wood Company, Inc.

JORDAN TIRONE

DeSanctis Insurance Agency, Inc.

DAVID WALSH

Pawtucket Hot Mix Asphalt

JEFF MAHONEY

Executive Director

Editor: Jeff Mahoney, Senior Editor: Anne Klayman, Associate Editor Suzanne Hatch, Magazine Designer/Assistant Editor: Sherri Klayman, Head Writer/Assistant Editor: Mike Lenihan Construction Outlook Chair: Marcella Albanese Editorial Board: Marcella Albanese, Ryan McCourt, Brian Cooney, & Chris Valenti CONSTRUCTION OUTLOOK published monthly by the Utility Contractors’ Association of New England, Inc., 300 Congress Street, Suite 101, Quincy, MA 02169; Tel: 617.471.9955; Fax: 617.471.8939; Email: jmahoney@ucane.com; Website: www.ucane.com. Statements of fact and opinion are those of the authors alone and not necessarily those of UCANE and the Construction Outlook editorial board and staff. Subscriptions are included in dues payments for UCANE members. Presorted Standard postage paid at Brockton, MA. POSTMASTER, please send form #3579 to Construction Outlook, Crown Colony Office Park, 300 Congress Street, Suite 101, Quincy, MA 02169.

“BUY FROM THE ADVERTISERS IN CONSTRUCTION OUTLOOK”

Recent Storms Again Highlight Importance of Water Infrastructure As most are aware, Texas and other areas of the South experienced a devastating storm in midFebruary. There were countless reports on the news and social media of people left without power and struggling to remain warm and survive. We prayed for those who lost their lives and everyone affected. In the aftermath of the storm, most of the electricity has been restored to the region. However, hundreds of thousands of residents were left without access to clean water because of the storm’s impact on the region’s outdated water infrastructure. As of early March, weeks after the storm, this catastrophic crisis was still ongoing and underreported. As of March 1, approximately 390,000 Texans were still under a boil water order, affecting their health and safety.

n addition, thousands of residents in Jackson, Mississippi were still without water service two weeks after the storm hit. There were 96 water main breaks or leaks reported as a result of the storm. The National Guard is helping to distribute non-potable water that can be used to flush toilets. City officials attribute the breaks to the severe weather and aging pipes, some of which were over 100 years old. In Louisiana, close to one million residents remained without drinkable tap water as of this writing, including about 200,000 in Shreveport, the state's third largest city. It has become all too common to read about the lack of investment in water infrastructure combined with weather leading to dire consequences. Far too many times people weather the actual storm only to be put at risk after it because their water infrastructure fails. The issue, per usual, is funding. Municipalities are acutely aware of the issue, but in many cases just simply lack the resources to fix the problem before it’s too late. The economic impact of the COVID-19 pandemic may only exacerbate the problem. On a positive note, there is some optimism that a comprehensive infrastructure bill, including a large increase in water infrastructure funding, will be taken up this year. This would be welcome news because, despite the critical need to update our nation’s water infrastructure, the federal government’s share of investment has fallen from 31 percent in 1977 to only four percent as of 2017. There is also a recognition that increasing funding alone will MARCH, 2021

not be sufficient if it is only in the form of loans. In order to truly provide support for municipalities, additional incentives such as principal forgiveness, zero percent loans, and grants must be made available. Of course the federal government can’t be expected to bear the entire burden. State and local officials must also do their share. Massachusetts should increase its commitment to the Clean Water Trust, the main source of funding for water infrastructure in our state. It should also provide more opportunities through other programs that can help address water infrastructure, including the Municipal Vulnerability Preparedness Program run by the Executive Office of Energy and Affairs and the MassWorks Program run by the Executive Office of Housing and Economic Development. Municipalities need to also invest and take advantage of all the options provided to them by state and federal agencies.

The need to upgrade all of our infrastructure is a national problem. The difference is that we can see when our roads and bridges are crumbling and in dire need of repair, and take the necessary steps to repair and replace them before catastrophic failure. The same does not hold true for our water, wastewater, and underground utility infrastructure. While it remains out of sight, it must no longer remain out of mind! n

“BUY FROM THE ADVERTISERS IN CONSTRUCTION OUTLOOK”

MARCH, 2021

Mark Molloy, Esq., Cascade Strategies LLC

House and Senate Appoint Leadership for 2021-2022 Legislative Session

peaker of the House Ron Mariano and Senate President Karen Spilka unveiled their respective leadership teams in mid-February. While the upper Senate leadership team remains the same, Speaker Mariano, now in his first full term as Speaker, placed his imprimatur throughout the leadership designations. On the House side, Representative Claire Cronin, formerly the House Chair of the Joint Committee on the Judiciary, assumes the mantle of Majority Leader. Next in the leadership chain, Representative Kate Hogan, a former Division Chair and a vocal water infrastructure advocate for her district, moves to the third position as Speaker of the House Pro Tempore. Representative Mike Moran will take over as Assistant Majority Leader, while Representative Joe Wagner and Representative Sarah Peake assume the roles of 2nd Assistant Majority Leaders. Finally, the Speaker’s top leadership team is filled out with four new Division Chairs in Representative Tom Golden, Representative Jim O’Day, Representative Frank Moran, and Representative Ruth Balser. On the Senate side, Senator Cindy Creem remains the Majority Leader. Senator Will Brownsberger remains as the Senate President Pro Tempore, while Senator Harriet Chandler remains Senate President Emerita. Senator Joan Lovely, Senator Mike Barrett, and Senator Sal DiDomenico continue their watch as Assistant Majority Leaders. Senator Mike Rush and Senator Julian Cyr maintain their roles as Majority Whip and Assistant Majority Whip. With respect to subject matter Committees of interest to UCANE members, the House and Senate leadership teams are as follows: House Committee on Ways and Means Chair Aaron Michlewitz, Vice Chair Anne-Margaret Ferrante, and Assistant Vice Chair Paul Donato MARCH, 2021

Senate Committee on Ways and Means Chair Michael Rodrigues, Vice Chair Cindy Friedman, and Assistant Vice Chair Jason Lewis Joint Committee on the Environment • House: Chair Carolyn Dykema; Vice Chair Mindy Domb • Senate: Chair Becca Rausch; Vice Chair Jaime Eldridge Joint Committee on State Administration • House: Chair Antonio F.D. Cabral; Vice Chair Christine Barber • Senate: Chair Marc Pacheco; Vice Chair Becca Rausch Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure • House: Chair Tackey Chan; Vice Chair Mary Keefe • Senate: Chair Sue Moran; Vice Chair Paul Feeney Joint Committee on Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy • House: Chair Jeff Roy; Vice Chair Paul Mark • Senate: Chair Mike Barrett; Vice Chair Marc Pacheco House Minority Leader Brad Jones recently announced his leadership team with, among other appointments, Representative Brad Hill assuming the role of Assistant Minority Leader and Representative Todd Smola as Ranking Minority Member of the House Committee on Ways and Means. For his part, Senate Minority Leader Bruce Tarr appointed Senator Patrick O’Connor and Senator Ryan Fattman as his Assistant Minority Leaders. To view all Committee appointments, please visit: https://malegislature.gov/Committees. continued on page 9

“BUY FROM THE ADVERTISERS IN CONSTRUCTION OUTLOOK”

Scientists | Engineers | Program Managers Construction Management Services Delivering the constructed project through collaborative program management services, construction oversight, and preparation of pre- and post-construction submittals.

Leading provider of environmental, health and safety consulting, and architectural/ engineering design services nationwide.

www.mabbett.com

Mabbett provides construction managment services

in the environmental and clean construction practice areas merging the capabilities, interdisciplinary insight, and diverse experience of our technical staff to deliver program management, pre-construction, field oversight, and post-construction submittal services to our Federal, municipal, and industrial clients. With Construction Quality Management (CQM) and OSHA 8- and 30-Hour Construction Safety certified personnel on staff, Mabbett uses its corporate health and safety program as the foundation for delivering quality construction projects safely. Services

- Program Management & Contract Administration - Cost Estimating & Scheduling - Quality Management & Safety Programs - Planning & Coordination - Stormwater Pollution Prevention & Inspection - Soil Assessment, Management & Remediation - Oversight Services - Project Close-Out Services

~ A Massachusetts OSD registered Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Business Enterprise ~

Mabbett & Associates, Inc.

Corporate Office 105 Central Street, Suite 4100 Stoneham, Massachusetts 02180

Tel.: 781-275-6050 info@mabbett.com Massachusetts | Rhode Island | New York | Virginia

Legislative Update continued from page 7

Revenue Collections Up; Has the PostPandemic Recovery Started?

he start of February saw the Massachusetts Department of Revenue (DOR) announce that preliminary revenue collections for January totaled $3.347 billion, which is $392 million or 13.3% more than the actual collections in January 2020, and $429 million or 14.7% more than benchmark. To date, FY21 year-to-date collections totaled approximately $17.653 billion, which is $764 million or 4.5% more than collections in the same period of FY20. According to the DOR, January is a significant month for revenues because many personal income taxpayers are required to make quarterly estimated payments. January generally produces about 10.2% of annual revenue, making it the fourth largest revenue month of the year. That said, the DOR did caution that because January revenues reflected the impact of filing and payment due date extensions for regular sales, meals, and room occupancy taxes for certain businesses, as well as the impact of COVID-19, historical comparisons of this January’s results to prior years may be inexact. As budget writers in the Massachusetts legislature look to put together the FY22 budget, they will be looking at the revenue collections from FY21 as well as keeping an eye on a potential federal stimulus package. Key facts about the January 2021 collections:

•

Income tax collections for January were $2.313 billion, $235 million or 11.3% above benchmark, and $312 million or 15.6% more than January 2020.

•

Withholding tax collections for January totaled $1.361 billion, $152 million or 12.5% above benchmark, and $101 million or 8.0% more than January 2020.

•

Income tax estimated payments totaled $903 million for January, $87 million or 10.7% more than benchmark, and $202 million or 28.8% more than January 2020. Income returns and bills totaled $64 million for January, $4 million or 6.3% less than benchmark, but $12 million or 22.2% more than January 2020.

MARCH, 2021

•

Income cash refunds in January totaled $15 million in outflows, $1 million or 3.4% less than benchmark, but $2 million or 16.9% more than January 2020. • Sales and use tax collections for January totaled $693 million, $41 million or 6.4% above benchmark, and $20 million or 2.9% more than January 2020. • Meals tax collections, which is a sub-set of sales and use tax, totaled $64 million, $4 million or 6.6% above benchmark, but $38 million or 37.3% less than January 2020. • Corporate and business tax collections for the month totaled $59 million, $1 million or 1.6% above benchmark, but $7 million or 10.9% less than January 2020. • Other tax collections for January totaled $281 million, $151 million or 116.3% above benchmark, and $67 million or 31.2% more than January 2020. Again, Massachusetts budget writers will be keeping a close watch on the next months’ revenues as well as any federal stimulus package. The Massachusetts legislature will hold a series of FY22 budget hearings in the month of March. April will see the House unveil its proposal followed by the Senate’s proposal in May. From there, both branches will reconcile their versions and get an agreement to the Governor in anticipation of the July 1 start to the fiscal year. continued on page 11

Call Your Nearest GENALCO Warehouse For These Supplies HYDRAULIC STROBE LIGHTS

WEATHER CAPS

GRADE 8 NUTS & BOLTS

OIL

AIR CLEANERS GREASE FITTINGS

BUCKET TEETH

HYDRAULIC HOSE

BUCKET LIPS

EQUIPMENT PAINT

BUCKETS

CUTTING EDGES

CHAIN SLINGS

ROTARY ASPHALT CUTTERS

EXTREME PRESSURE GREASE

AIR, OIL & FUEL FILTERS

BACKUP BELLS AND ALARMS

GENALCO inc. 1-877-436-2526 70 years of service to New England Industry

Needham Heights, MA FAX 781-449-6643

www.genalco.com Springfield, MA West Haven, CT FAX 413-781-3771 FAX 203-934-2580

“BUY FROM THE ADVERTISERS IN CONSTRUCTION OUTLOOK”

Warwick, RI FAX 401-736-9769

Try telling him

they don’t build things like they used to. We wouldN’t listen, either.

• RENTALS • SALES • PARTS • REPAIRS FOUR CONVENIENT LOCATIONS: Boston, MA Tel: (617) 825-3600 Fax: (617) 825-1073

Auburn, MA Tel: (508) 832-8500 Fax: (508) 832-8503

Rehoboth, MA Tel: (508) 379-6200 Fax: (508) 379-6201

Candia, NH Tel: (603) 483-2100 Fax: (603) 483-2777

www.atsequipment.com 517-ATS

Legislative Update continued from page 9

Municipal Changes Afoot in 2021 as Variety of Mayors Not Seeking Reelection

ith elections for municipal offices set to occur later this year, a variety of Mayors have announced their intention not to seek reelection. The departures will lead to a changing political landscape for many regions as longtime incumbents seek work in other arenas or begin planning for higher elective office. Consider the following: City of Boston. Widespread media accounts have covered the fact that Mayor Marty Walsh will be heading to Washington to become President Joe Biden’s Labor Secretary. City Council President Kim Janey, who will become Mayor once Mayor Walsh is officially confirmed and resigns his elected position, has yet to declare if she will also seek the seat permanently. Already, City Councilors Andrea Campbell, Annissa Essabai George, Michelle Wu, as well as State Representative Jon Santiago have

declared their interest in replacing the Mayor. City of Somerville. At the beginning of March, Somerville Mayor Joe Curtatone announced that he will not run for a 10th two-year term. A frequent critic of the Baker-Polito Administration, his decision sets up speculation that Mayor Curtatone will seek higher office in 2022. There will likely be a number of candidates competing for this position due to its rarity in turnover. City of North Adams. At the end of February, iBerkshire reported that North Adams Mayor Thomas Bernard will not seek a third term. His absence will represent only the second time that an incumbent candidate will not appear on the November ballot. The 26th Mayor in the City’s history, Mayor Bernard has been credited with focusing on fiscal stability. continued on page 13

SIMPLE SOLUTIONS FOR COMPLEX WATER MANAGEMENT NEEDS BakerCorp Complete Water Management Solutions BakerCorp is your single-source partner for Construction and Environmental Remediation water management applications.

1-800-BAKER12 | www.bakercorp.com 102 Old Worcester Rd. Oxford, MA 01540 (508) 987-7500

MARCH, 2021

“BUY FROM THE ADVERTISERS IN CONSTRUCTION OUTLOOK”

New England’s Premier Precaster!

(800) 696-SHEA (7432) Fax: (978) 388-6959 www.sheaconcrete.com info@sheaconcrete.com

Other Products Include: Median Barriers, Tanks, Pump Stations, Leach Chambers, Fire Cisterns, Utility Structures, Curbing, Precast Footings, Bollards, Stairs, etc… 773 Salem Street153 Cranberry 87 Haverhill Road 773 Salem Street Hwy Wilmington, MA Amesbury, Wilmington, MA Rochester, MA MA

153 160 Cranberry Hwy Road Old Turnpike Rochester, MA Nottingham, NH Mail: PO Box 520 ● Wilmington, MA 01887

Mail: 87 Haverhill Road • Amesbury, MA 01913

“BUY FROM THE ADVERTISERS IN CONSTRUCTION OUTLOOK”

MARCH, 2021

Legislative Update continued from page 11 City of Holyoke. After his run for Congress, Mayor Alex Morse announced that he was not running for Mayor in 2021. However, he will not be finishing out his current term as he recently accepted the position of Town Administrator for the Town of Provincetown. His departure means that City Council President Todd McGee will become Acting Mayor until the election to replace Mayor Morse is completed. City of Northampton. Northampton Mayor David Narkewicz is not running for re-election this fall, after 10 years in office. According to the Daily Hampshire Gazette, Mayor Narkewicz simply thought “it was time to let new leadership take over.” Narkewicz, 54, is a native of Shelburne Falls and previously worked as a congressional aide. City of Lawrence. In January, then Mayor Dan Rivera was appointed to lead MassDevelopment, the quasi-state agency for development initiatives. Ms. Kendrys Vasquez, who had been President of the Lawrence City Council, is now leading the city as its acting mayor, and a home-rule petition Governor Charlie Baker waived the requirement that the city hold a special election to fill Rivera's term before voters pick a new, full-term mayor in November. (Note:

most cities are now seeking to void special election requirements to reduce the costs and risks associated with a special election held during a pandemic.) City of Newburyport. Newburyport Mayor Donna Holaday told the Newburyport Daily News on January 6 that her third term would be her last, saying the timing felt right after accomplishing many of her desired projects. The combination of the pressures associated with managing the COVID-19 response, as well as the normal pressures associated with being an elected official during a 24/7 information and news cycle will be interesting to watch. Already, pressure is beginning to increase for statewide officials to make their intentions known for 2022. Until then, the local elections, which often serve as a bellwether for issues of interest, will lead to a new slate of leadership in many communities. According to the Massachusetts Municipal Association, elections are also set for November 2 in Agawam, Amesbury, Brockton, Chicopee, Easthampton, Everett, Fall River, Framingham, Gardner, Gloucester, Haverhill, Leominster, Marlborough, Medford, Methuen, Newton, North Adams, Peabody, Salem, West Springfield, Woburn, and Worcester. continued on page 15

Serving the Bonding and Insurance needs of the N.E. construction industry for almost 50 years.

Adam DeSanctis Gregory Juwa James Axon Michael Gilbert Bryan Juwa David Boutiette Paul Patalano Dick Caruso Jonathan Duggan Jordan Tirone

MARCH, 2021

“BUY FROM THE ADVERTISERS IN CONSTRUCTION OUTLOOK”

Unmatched Industry Experience. Strategic Legal Counsel.

Our Construction & Public Contracts practice is nationally ranked first-tier in Litigation-Construction by U.S. News & World Report. We add value for our clients through the strong relationships we maintain with key industry participants, awarding authorities, and government agencies. We specialize in solving complex issues and provide a full range of construction law and dispute resolution expertise including Compliance, Crisis Response & Management, Dispute Resolution, Government & Internal Investigations, Procurement, Risk Management, Surety, and Transactions. CONTACT US:

“BUY FROM THE ADVERTISERS IN CONSTRUCTION OUTLOOK”

MARCH, 2021

Legislative Update continued from page 13

News in Brief

Licensure Portability for Military Personnel and Their Families. At the end of February, the BakerPolito Administration issued an Executive Order directing the Division of Professional Licensure (DPL) to improve license portability for military personnel and their spouses so that they can continue their civilian careers and provide for their families without interruption. The new Executive Order directs DPL to investigate opportunities to participate in one or more interstate compacts, a preferred vehicle for simplifying and improving licensing for professionals moving between states, while also ensuring the public continues to be served by highly qualified practitioners. DPL will also ensure that each covered board has procedures to expedite and afford priority to the licensing of military personnel and spouses. Each board will be encouraged to process applications within 30 days, and track data on how long that process takes for military personnel and families. To review the Executive Order, please visit: https://www.mass.gov/doc/reciprocallicensing-military-families-executive-order/download. RMV Extends CDLs …. For the Final Time. The Registry of Motor Vehicles (RMV) announced at the end of February that all Massachusetts commercial driver licenses (CDLs) and commercial learner's per-

mits (CLPs) with an expiration date between March 1, 2020 and May 30, 2021, have been extended until May 31, 2021. (Note: This does not apply to any commercial driver or permit holders whose privileges were suspended or revoked for traffic offenses, or to non-domiciled commercial driver or permit holders whose lawful presence has expired.) The RMV anticipates that this is the last extension that will be granted. Therefore, it heavily encouraged that customers renew their credential as soon as possible by making a reservation or renewing their license at an RMV Service Center. Please visit https://atlas-myrmv.massdot.state.ma.us/ myrmv/_/#1 to update or renew your license. FMCSA Extends Waiver for Medical Certificates (i.e. Medical Cards). In a complementary move to the aforementioned license extension, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) has issued an additional waiver for CDL Medical Certificates (DOT Medical Cards). This waiver extends the expiration date of CDL Medical Certificates so that certificates that expire between December 1, 2020 and May 30, 2021 will now expire on May 31, 2021. Again, it is anticipated this will be the last extension granted for CDL Medical Certificates by either the FMCSA or the RMV. n

TACKLE ANY SIZE JOB HEAD ON. Offering dozens of quick-change attachments, Ditch Witch

compact utility equipment performs an amazing number of chores with the kind of power that outperforms the competition. These low-maintenance machines provide the versatility and long-term reliability that rental companies and general contractors demand. Your demand is our command. WE’RE IN THIS TOGETHER.

CALL FOR A FREE DEMO. www.jescoditchwitch.us South Plainfield, NJ // 118 St Nicholas Ave. T: 908-753-8080 // F: 908-753-7853 Shrewsbury, MA // 508-719-0200 Middletown, DE // 302-376-0784 Beacon, NY // 845-831-1800

Deer Park, NY // 844-482-0910 Fairfield, NJ // 973-227-2221 Lumberton, NJ // 800-241-7070

MARCH, 2021

“BUY FROM THE ADVERTISERS IN CONSTRUCTION OUTLOOK”

Excavator Beware

Dig safely around natural gas lines

Whether you operate heavy equipment or use handheld tools, when you dig, you risk contacting natural gas pipelines. Use these tips to stay safe: • • • • • • •

Notify 811 well in advance of digging or moving earth in any way – even for small jobs. Respect the locate marks and follow them when digging. Dig with care in the vicinity of underground natural gas pipelines. If you find an unmarked or mismarked line, stop digging and notify 811. Report any suspicious activity near a natural gas pipeline marker. Don’t rely on your nose alone. Be alert for the many warning signs of a natural gas leak. Know what to do if your equipment contacts a natural gas pipeline.

To report a gas emergency, call 911 and National Grid immediately. Massachusetts 911 and 1-800-233-5325 Rhode Island 911 and 1-800-640-1595

New York Long Island and the Rockaways: 911 and 1-800-490-0045 Metro NY: 911 and 1-718-643-4050 Upstate NY: 911 and 1-800-892-2345

For additional safety information and materials, visit ngridsafety.com and connect with us on

with UCANE’s Officers and Board Members How did you get started in the underground construction industry and what was your first job? I got into the water and sewer industry when I was 14 years old. I worked four years during the summer for Paolini Corp., out of Newton. I was lucky enough to work with a young engineer named Bob Lewis who not only gave me opportunities to install water pipes and rake asphalt, he also taught me about line and grade and how to layout the job. The Paolini’s also gave me opportunities to operate about every piece of equipment they owned. When Bob Lewis went to work with Methuen Construction in 1983 I followed him there as a laborer. For the next three years I worked with Methuen and his top superintendent Joe Silva. I really got an education on deep sewer and heavy construction work. I knew then what I wanted to do. In 1985 I bought a Dynahoe backhoe and an International 10 wheeler and started doing water services and catch basins. I credit Angelo (Chickie) Paolini for helping guide me through the insurance and bonding aspects of the business and for giving my small company its first subcontract. What type of work does DeFelice Corp. focus on, and what is your current role in the company? DeFelice Corp. has grown steadily since we started as a subcontractor for Paolini Corp. We almost exclusively perform as a General Contractor now and our focus is mostly on water and sewer work in both Massachusetts and New Hampshire. We do pump stations and site-work and other heavy civil work, as well. As President of the company, I’m a hands-on type and you might find me at any one of the sites on a given day. MARCH, 2021

UCANE Board Member George DeFelice DeFelice Corporation How long has your company been a member of UCANE and why did you decide to serve on the Board of Directors? DeFelice Corp. has been a UCANE member for 21 years. I decided in 2020 that it was time for me to commit some time to the industry and work alongside some of my peers trying to not only advance our industry but to protect it as well from harmful legislation. 2020 saw our country and our industry suffer through a global pandemic. How was your company impacted in 2020 by COVID-19? We had a decent backlog going into 2020. Our company and our employees were able to adapt to all the COVID protocols pretty quickly. We suffered only a couple of minor delays and were able to meet schedules and come through this strange year of 2020 in decent shape. continued on page 19

“BUY FROM THE ADVERTISERS IN CONSTRUCTION OUTLOOK”

Highest Level of Quality, Greatest Level of Skill

Dagle Electrical Construction Corp.

Construction: • • • • • • •

Other Services:

Heavy Industrial Commercial Multi-Unit Residential Design Build Ground Up Renovation Pumping Stations

• • • • • • •

Tel/Data Fiber Optic Fire Alarm Stand By Power Systems Sports Lighting Marine Power Installations Special Event Lighting & Power

Transportation: • • • • •

Traffic Signal Systems Highway & Street Lighting Systems Intelligent Transportation Systems Parking & Snow Melt Systems Rail Transit Installation

Alternative Energy: • Wind Turbine • Photo Voltaic • Green Technology

WBE Certified

68 Industrial Way • Wilmington, MA 01887-3434 T: 800.379.1459 • F: 781.937.7678 • Email: dec@deccorp.com

www.deccorp.com

Under the Hard Hat continued from page 17 As we enter 2021 and a new construction season, what do you see ahead for the underground construction industry? I think a lot of us are banking on the new administration reviving the economy with both a stimulus bill and an infrastructure package. I can’t see how clean water won’t be a significant part of these bills. How soon these bills can get into motion will determine how 2021 goes, but I’m feeling confident.

QUALITY AND SERVICE Lorusso Corporation – for all your material and site needs. PRODUCTS

• Bituminous Concrete • Sand & Gravel • Crushed & Landscape Stone • Screened Loam & Compost • Recycled Aggregate Products

SERVICES

• Paving • Trench Preparation & Repair • Roadway Construction • Material Recycling • Roll Off Containers

What would you like our membership to know about being a UCANE Board Member? UCANE has always provided our company with not only up-to-date information, but comfort as well knowing there are people working on our behalf every day. Being on the Board gives me a close up look at what the issues are in the industry and gives me a direct voice in how we move forward on certain issues. The time commitment is very reasonable and I would recommend it for any size contractor. n

QUARRY & RECYCLING

40 Cross Street • Plainville, MA 125 Tiffany Street • Attleboro, MA

ASPHALT PLANT 635 Pleasant Street Norwood, MA

Lorusso Corporation

lorussocorp.com

3 Belcher St. • Plainville, MA 02762 Tel: 866-695-3252 • Fax: 508-699-2387 email: sales@lorussocorp.com

“Fueling America’s Progress” Your Complete On-Site Fuel & Petroleum Service

• Ultra Low Sulfur Diesel • Gasoline • Kerosene Boston,

• Biodiesel • Lubricants • Storage Tanks and Equipment LOCATIONS

MA Baltimore, MD Hartford, CT New York, NY Philadelphia, PA Pleasantville, NJ Providence, RI Somerville, NJ Washington, DC

1-800-894-FUEL (3835) • www.tayloroilco.com

MARCH, 2021

“BUY FROM THE ADVERTISERS IN CONSTRUCTION OUTLOOK”

MARCH, 2021

2021 Scholarship Applications Now Available UCANE to Award Twelve $2,000 Scholarships WHO IS ELIGIBLE TO APPLY? •

Any child or grandchild of a UCANE member OR an employee of a member in good standing.

•

The applicant should be a high school senior who will be enrolling full time in an accredited two- or four-year academic institution for the year beginning in September 2021 OR a current full-time college student who has not previously received a UCANE scholarship.

HOW WILL THE APPLICATION BE JUDGED? Twelve $2,000 scholarships will be awarded. Two of the 12 scholarships will be awarded to applicants pursuing a construction related degree. There will be a question on the application to indicate if you believe you are eligible for these scholarships. The other 10 scholarships are open to all other courses of study. Applications are judged and winners are selected by independent outside educators. Selection will be based on the overall worthiness of the applicant by considering: 1. Scholastic achievement; 2. Interest and effort in preparing for your vocation; 3. Extra-curricular activities at and away from school, including community and religious service; 4. Difficulty of course curriculum and career objectives; 5. Personal recommendations; 6. Thoroughness of the completed application, particularly the essay

HOW WILL THE CONFIDENTIALITY OF THE APPLICATION BE PROTECTED? Each application is assigned a number. When completed, page 1 of the application, with the name of the applicant, must be detached and sealed in the accompanying envelope. Please be certain to indicate the UCANE firm where you, your parent or grandparent is employed when applying. The applicant’s name must not appear on any part of the application or attached transcripts and recommendations. After the winning applications have been selected, the envelopes with those corresponding numbers will be opened to identify the award recipients.

WHAT MUST ACCOMPANY THE APPLICATION? 1. A transcript of high school or college grades through the latest period prior to April 15. 2. A letter of recommendation from the principal or faculty advisor/academic advisor. 3. Additional recommendations from people familiar with the applicant’s ability and character, and from responsible members of the community (optional but recommended).

IMPORTANT - PLEASE NOTE: In the event the applicant receives a full scholarship from the college of his/her choice, or from any organization, civic group, etc., the UCANE Scholarship will be awarded to another applicant. Applicant’s parent/grandparent must work for a company in the New England Region. Applications must be received in the UCANE office no later than April 15, 2021. If you have any questions concerning the completion of this application please contact:

Utility Contractors’ Association of New England, Inc. 300 Congress Street • Suite 101 • Quincy, MA 02169 Tel: 617.471.9955 • Email: jmahoney@ucane.com MARCH, 2021

“BUY FROM THE ADVERTISERS IN CONSTRUCTION OUTLOOK”

Corporate Headquarters 22 N. Maple St. Woburn, MA 01801 781.935.3377 60 Shun Pike Johnston, RI 02919 401.942.9191 140 Wales Ave. Avon, MA 02322 508.584.8484

Dig More Worry Less Volvo Construction Equipment is designed to deliver the power and performance utility contractors need to get the job done. Building connections makes business possible, and when you rely on trusted and capable Volvo excavators, you can work smarter, not harder. Find out what Volvo equipment can do for your utility projects at your local Woodco Machinery dealer.

www.woodcomachinery.com

Patrick W. Saltmarsh Tim Hunt, CHST Dir. of Envt’l, Safety Health and Safety Corporate Director W. J. L. Derenzo French Excavating Corp. Companies

So How’s it Going for Your Company? It has been about a year now since COVID forced us all to move to a virtual training platform. A question that is being asked in training circles is, "So how is it going for your company?" First, what is virtual training? Virtual training can be done in two ways, asynchronous and synchronous. Asynchronous training is when the training program can be completed at any time. It is pre-recorded, and the learner has control over when they attend the training. Synchronous training is live training. This is your webinars and video conference live meeting training. The learner must take it when the trainer is conducting it or miss the training session.

ith today's workforce, we may be facing the most technological gap that we have ever seen before. On one side of the spectrum, we have one group still getting comfortable with email and video meetings. On the other end of the spectrum, they are incredibly pleased using the latest technology and may even prefer that type of training over in person. The challenge we have as trainers is to ensure that the message is delivered and, more importantly, received no matter who takes the course. With in-person activities getting ready to get back to normal, the transition back to the traditional training environment has already begun. Does that mean we abandon the virtual platform? Not at all! I am a proponent for keeping both. The progress with acceptance of the virtual training platform cannot be left to rot. A good training program will have an offering that is suitable for every learning style. Asynchronous training programs for focused 15 minutes or so length refreshers that can be taken during a coffee or lunch break, provide the training program's reach to those out in the field. They can be taken just before that activity starts, as a weekly toolbox talk with the crew, or as a remedial action for a negative inspection observation. Synchronous MARCH, 2021

training can be used for short group training. These can be slightly longer since it is a scheduled event. This training should aim to stay around the one hour mark. If additional training is needed, then schedule a follow-up event for another time. For example, this would be a good fit as a standing monthly meeting/ training with supervisors. With synchronous activity, the group size should be manageable. Ideally, this training would involve some discussion with the audience. As we all have recently learned, this is often difficult over video platforms with a large group. continued on page 25

“BUY FROM THE ADVERTISERS IN CONSTRUCTION OUTLOOK”

Safety Corner continued from page 23 In-person training is best for those more extended topics and those courses where you need to show proficiency in a subject. For example, rigging training has much traditional learning involved. It is also one of those topics where it is equally essential that the attendee passes a written examination and a practical one. It's not just the topic's why; it's the practical use that may be most important—a larger, mixed audience benefits from in-person training. Some members of your audience may be further along in their knowledge of a topic than someone else. In an in-person training environment, those individuals often and without direction become teaching assistants. As trainers, those are the people that we call on to aid in explaining topics or acting as group leaders when the class breaks up into smaller groups for an exercise.

ing distancing and face-covering usage for much of this year … if not a little longer. So, getting back to the question I began with … So how is it going for your company? n

Ultimately the direction your company takes with training is dependent on many factors. Some companies do not have the training budget to continue virtual training, while others may not have the facilities to start bringing back in-person training just yet. Even with the vaccine program ramping up, we will still be fac-

New England’s Only 1st Source Elite Marketer of Chevron Quality Lubricants New England’s Premier DEF Manufacturer of Ocean Blue Diesel Exhaust Fluid On & Off-Road Diesel Fuel, Diesel Exhaust Fluid, Propane & Heating Oil Available in Select Markets of Our Service Area. Complete Line of Lubricants For All Industries: Off Highway & Construction On Highway Fleets

Experienced Sales & Customer Service Personnnel

Ready To Help You With Your Lubricant Needs.

Automotive Marine Railroad Industrial Plants

800-554-4557

www.OceanStateOil.com MARCH, 2021

“BUY FROM THE ADVERTISERS IN CONSTRUCTION OUTLOOK”

MORE THAN AUCTIONS

At Ritchie Bros., we know your needs change. That’s why we offer you more ways to sell when, where, and how you want. From the world’s largest live auction company to a global network of online and onsite selling channels, today we’re more than auctions – much more.

2019 RITCHIE BROS. BY THE NUMBERS

$5.1B

24M

USD in GTV 63o,000 lots sold

visits to our websites

9.1M

160

bids received on items selling

countries reached with active bidders

24M

searches on our mobile app

1.35M

followers on social media

Contact us for more details by visiting RitchieBros.com or contact Jason Kirkconnell @ 508-294-6579 or jkirkconnell@ritchiebros.com

Russ Corner

Starkweather & Shepley Insurance Brokerage, Inc.

Risk – What Do I Do With That? “Everyone has a plan until they get punched in the mouth,” this famous quote by Mike Tyson seems oddly fitting when leading into a discussion on risk management. For many, 2020 was that punch in the mouth. A year that redirected our focus, challenged the way we have always done things, and pushed us to reevaluate so many aspects of our lives and businesses. Now that 2020 is behind us, what did we learn? How do we take what we have learned and apply that knowledge going forward, so that we can be better prepared to face adversity and unknown risk? The better question is… Do you have a process to effectively assess and handle risk? Risk is something that we all face daily. In construction, you have to grow comfortable with risk because it lurks at every new bid, every project closeout, and nearly every decision made. So when the questions come up, the place to find the answers, is in the process. Some may say we have been doing this for X amount of years, we have seen pretty much everything. While that may be true, we cannot know what risk tomorrow may bring and what questions will be asked of us. The fact is, if we try to solve 2021 now, we are doomed to fail. However, if we rely on a process to deal with risk, we can apply it to whatever comes our way. At its core, the process of risk management is the forecasting and evaluation of financial risks together with the identification of procedures to avoid or minimize their impact. Ok, great. What does that actually mean, what does it look like, and how do I use this risk management process to help my business? Let’s take a look. This process is not proprietary, it is not riddled with new ideas. However, it has been around for ages in some form or another, is effective, and can be applied broadly. MARCH, 2021

The following are the most common five steps to an effective risk management strategy. 1. Identify (Discovery): The first step is to identify the risks that the business is exposed to. 2. Assess or Analyze (Impact): Once a risk is identified, it needs to be analyzed. The scope of the risk must be determined. It is also important to understand the severity and seriousness of the risk to your organization. 3. Evaluate (Strategy): Risks need to be ranked and prioritized. A risk that may cause some inconvenience may be acceptable. Risks that can result in catastrophic loss need to be acted upon. In construction, you have to operate and be comfortable with a certain amount of risk to function. However, it is important to rank risks as it allows the organization to gain a holistic view of the continued on page 29

“BUY FROM THE ADVERTISERS IN CONSTRUCTION OUTLOOK”

Protect your crew and a whole lot more. From training your crew on safety regulations to helping you choose the right equipment for the job, our innovative Trench Safety Solutions help increase productivity and lower costs. Next time you’re underground, count on us to help keep your crew, and your project, safe.

UnitedRentals.com/Trench 800.UR.RENTS

169B Memorial Drive Shrewsbury, MA 01545 508-842-3790

The Underground Equipment Specialist® • Shoring

• OSHA Training

• Confined Space Safety Equipment

• Pipe Plugs & Testing Equipment

• Engineering

• Steel Road Plates

“BUY FROM THE ADVERTISERS IN CONSTRUCTION OUTLOOK”

MARCH, 2021

Insurance Perspective continued from page 27 complete risk exposure of the organization. This will allow information to be communicated to the appropriate people so the best decisions can be made for your organization. 4. Implement (Action): Every risk needs to be dealt with. There are different options here and may often be best handled by connecting with the experts in the field to which the risk belongs. Within these steps are both actions and tactics. a. Reduce – risk reduction deals with reducing the likelihood and severity of a possible loss. b. Avoid – risk avoidance deals with eliminating any exposure to risk that poses a potential loss. c. Transfer – risk transfer involves the contractual shifting of a pure risk from one party to another. One example is the purchase of an insurance policy, by which a specified risk of loss is passed from the policyholder to the insurer. d. Retain – risk retention is a technique in which a company facing any risk or risks decides to absorb or accept all potential loss rather than transfer that risk to an insurer or other party. In many cases, if you do nothing, by default you will be retaining the risk.

5. Monitor and Adjust (Review): Despite what many may think, the risk management process is one without any true endpoint. Reviewing the risk to determine how effective your action plan was is the last, but arguably one of the most critical steps to the risk management process. The organization, the environment, or the scope of work is constantly changing. Without a scorecard, the bad habits or incorrect procedures are bound to repeat themselves. More than ever, 2020 demonstrated that organizations can no longer afford a reactive approach to risk management. How you choose to implement the risk management process could be the difference between success and failure. continued on page 31

Products and Services

25 Concord Street Pawtucket, RI 02860 Tel: (401) 722-4488 Fax: (401) 312-0992 pawtuckethotmixasphalt.com

MARCH, 2021

Hot Mix Asphalt Paving Fine Grading Cold Planning Reclaiming RI & MA DOT Approved

“BUY FROM THE ADVERTISERS IN CONSTRUCTION OUTLOOK”

AGGREGATES • HOT MIX ASPHALT • CONSTRUCTION SERVICES

998 RESERVOIR ROAD LUNENBURG, MA 978-582-5200

875 PHENIX AVENUE CRANSTON, RI 401-942-7300

2140 BRIDGE STREET DRACUT, MA 978-454-7878

72 SO. MAIN STREET ACUSHNET, MA 508-992-3542

WWW.PJKEATING.COM MEMBER

UCARI

CIRI

MAAPA

“BUY FROM THE ADVERTISERS IN CONSTRUCTION OUTLOOK”

MARCH, 2021

Insurance Perspective continued from page 29 Key takeaways: Risk management needs to be at the core of your decision-making. • Risk management is a team approach. Involve your organization and the professional advisors that support you. Business owners are not expected to know everything. • There are many benefits to gain from adopting risk management into the day-to-day practices of your organization. Questions to ask yourself and discuss with your professional partner(s): • What are your biggest concerns for 2021 and the coming years? • Does your insurance program fit with your overall risk management strategy? • Do you have a specific process for managing the risks you face daily? Has it been communicated and reviewed with key decision-makers and employees? • What technology, resources, and intellectual capital are available or shared with you to help with this process? •

If you don’t have a formal process… What are you waiting for? n Untitled-6 1

3/7/2016 3:49:21 PM

Ferguson offers a complete line of products to cover all your water, sewer and storm water management needs, and our relationships with the waterworks industry’s top vendors give our customers peace of mind through unmatched customer service, on-time delivery, and industry leading fill rates.

FERGUSON.COM

MARCH, 2021

Canton (781) 828-1350

North Harwich (508) 430-1696

Worcester (508) 754- 2027

“BUY FROM THE ADVERTISERS IN CONSTRUCTION OUTLOOK”

Gorilla Hydraulic Breakers and the Tedesco Family Means Quality and Dependability for Contractors Randolph Massachusetts Business has Been Serving the Construction Industry for More than 75 Years

Gorilla Model GXS1800 at work on New Jersey site

“BUY FROM THE ADVERTISERS IN CONSTRUCTION OUTLOOK”

MARCH, 2021

In the 1930s and 1940s, the Fore River Shipyard in Quincy was a booming operation. Employing over 30,000 at its peak, the renowned Shipyard was the nation’s leading producer of destroyers for World War II. It employed some of the finest welders, mechanics, pipefitters, and plumbers in the country, and Joseph C. Tedesco, Sr. was one of them. During the 1940s the Quincy facility (by then owned by Bethlehem Steel) was producing a complete “Liberty Ship” every 10 days. As a master plumber, Joe, Sr. supervised a staff of tradesmen that were tasked with final inspections of all plumbing work and armament operations prior to ship commissioning. Joe Tedesco started up his first business in 1931, called Tedesco Pump Service. Despite long hours at the shipyard, Joe worked nights and weekends servicing and sell-

ing sump pumps and would even pump out basements after heavy rainfalls. After WW II ended, Joe left the Shipyard to concentrate on his small business. Automobile sales were soon setting records and gas stations were being built on every corner. Joe turned his focus to gasoline pumps and nozzles, and had service contracts with many of the major oil companies. In the 1950s, gas station attendants would clean your windshield and check your oil during fill-ups. Joe noticed that they couldn’t do those tasks until after they filled your tank with gas, because all gas nozzles were manual and needed to be held during filling. Always thinking about efficiency, and loving to tinker and create, Joe developed the earliest model of the automatic shutoff nozzle, but unfortunately he passed away suddenly in 1960 before a patent was obtained.

Sons Joe, Jr. and Bob Step In

When Joe Sr. passed away suddenly, his eldest son, Joe Tedesco Jr., was called back from military service at the age of 19 to provide for his mother Rose, his younger sister Lynda and his nine-year old brother Robert. He continued to provide petroleum services like his father, but expanded operations and secured more gas pump installations. Within a few years, the product line expanded to include other machines that the garage mechanics needed, like tire changers, lubrication equipment, pneumatic tools, and hydraulic jacks and lifts. Joe transformed the business from a “one man band” to a staff of employees, and moved the business out of the family basement to a fully equipped facility. Younger brother Robert (Bob), helped out his brother after school and joined the business full time in 1969 after graduating from Braintree High School. In the 1970s, Bob Tedesco was taking on more responsibilities, and Tedesco Pump Service began to shift away from automotive and petroleum-oriented business towards hydraulic systems and air tools in the construction, marine, and trucking industries. In 1979, Joe Jr. followed his passion into auctioneering, leaving the business to his younger brother Bob, who took on a partner, and changed the name to Tech Hydraulics Inc., to better align the company name with the core business. UCANE Representative Bob Todesco

MARCH, 2021

“BUY FROM THE ADVERTISERS IN CONSTRUCTION OUTLOOK”

continued on page 35

Insurance...Solutions...Integrity...Since 1879

#StarkweatherDifference III

Russ Corner II Rcorner@starshep.com

Starshep.com • 800-854-4625

“BUY FROM THE ADVERTISERS IN CONSTRUCTION OUTLOOK”

MARCH, 2021

Gorilla Hammers continued from page 33 During the 1980s, the company built up a solid client base of contractors from inside Rte. 495 looking for repairs to hydraulic pumps and air tools. They were also being called on to add auxiliary hydraulic circuits to backhoes and excavators to power various attachments, which were gaining great popularity in the construction industry. One of those attachments was the hydraulic breaker, also known as a “demohammer” or “hoe-ram.” With the new heavy equipment and construction-oriented business brought in by the nearby Central Artery Construction Project in the 1990s – better known as the Big Dig – Bob moved the business to a larger facility nearby in Randolph, where it is headquartered today. The Big Dig put hydraulic hammers into the hands of many contractors in the Boston area, and although the company had been repairing them since the late 1970s, Bob saw them as a new growth opportunity in the late 1990s. According to Bob Tedesco, “Our reputation with both air driven equipment and hydraulic systems made us the ‘go-to’ shop for contractors installing this relatively new tool onto their excavators. The hammers quickly became a popular and effective tool for the concrete and bridge deck demolition necessitated by the Big Dig, as it had a no-blasting policy throughout its 15-year duration. This successful use of the hydraulic breaker attachment on such a large, high profile project dramatically expanded the hydraulic hammer market for all of New England.”

The Birth of a Gorilla In 2003, Bob reached out to his brother Joe’s son, Joe Tedesco III, proposing a new direction for

MARCH, 2021

(L-R): Service Team Leader Jason Sandburg, President and GM Joe Tedesco, and Sales Team Leader John Franchi the business, which would shift its focus towards hydraulic hammers, and use the trade name of “Gorilla” to set it apart with a more aggressive, more memorable moniker. Joe saw the potential, bought out Bob’s partner, and began working with Bob to transition away from cylinders, pumps, and valves into hydraulic breakers. Joe analyzed the strengths and weaknesses of the various manufacturers worldwide. He took into account what they had learned from selling and repairing various makes of hydraulic hammers, carefully noting how well each manufacturer supported their product, their price points, and what it would take to enable Gorilla to break into the ultra-competitive northeast market. “In the end, we determined that directly importing hydraulic breakers and building our own brand was the only way we could offer our customers a price competitive, reliable product supported by same day parts availability,” recalls Joe. “This also gave us the control of the product that we needed, allowing us to make design improvements in the product based on customer feedback and field performance. We could strengthen weak points, improve raw materials, and add new features.” At that point, Bob and Joe totally committed to moving into the hydraulic hammer business, and Gorilla Hydraulic Breakers was born. In addition to stocking hydraulic breakers, they further invested in field service vehicles and state-of-the-art specialized equipment and tooling to not only support their new brand, but to build new customer relationships through a hydraulic hammer service center capable continued on page 37

“BUY FROM THE ADVERTISERS IN CONSTRUCTION OUTLOOK”

THE BEST CHOICE FOR PROTECTION

FROM THE GROUND UP. Keeping everyone safe on the job site isn’t simple, but choosing the insurance package that’s right for you can be. Cavallo & Signoriello knows what you need. VISIT WWW.CANDSINS.COM OR CALL 508.339.2951 TO LEARN MORE

“BUY FROM THE ADVERTISERS IN CONSTRUCTION OUTLOOK”

MARCH, 2021

Gorilla Hammers continued from page 35 of repairing every make and model of hydraulic hammer. Most importantly, honest, growth-oriented personnel were recruited. According to Joe, “Our entire team of 14 employees has the same commitment to customer satisfaction as Bob and I do. They all understand the customer’s urgency, whether it’s getting a new breaker mounted and out the door, or repaired and back up and running.” Today, the Gorilla brand has one of the most extensive lines in the industry, with hydraulic breakers known for their durability and unparalleled support, and multiple models ranging in power from 200 ft-lbs to 16,000 ft-lbs of impact force. Sales are brisk from the Randolph location, with Gorilla typically shipping a new hydraulic hammer out within two business days of a customer’s order. Locally, Gorilla Hammers can be found on many UCANE member jobsites, including P. Gioioso & Sons, Inc., D. W. White Construction, Inc., P. J. Keating Company, and Feeney Brothers Utility Services, to name a few. Nationally, through granting exclusive marketing rights, Gorilla Hydraulic Breakers are sold through a network of dealers across most of the United States and portions of Canada, with exports to Mexico, the Caribbean, and South America.

operations as President and General Manager. “We know contractors are always looking for a great product at a fair price, and we provide that,” says Bob. “But we also know our customers rely on us to support these hammers by having parts available when the need arises.” With an obvious sense of pride in his voice, Joe reflected on the company’s beginnings, “Every day Bob, myself, and the Gorilla Team strive to uphold the same tradition of outstanding customer service that my grandfather, Joe Tedesco, Sr. provided to his customers on his gas nozzle route over 75 years ago.”

Seeing gaps in service and parts availability for competitive makes and models, Gorilla added its own line of demolition tools and parts to support all major brands, as well. “Our every-day inventory is second to none,” says Joe. “We can get almost any hammer up and running with parts in stock. On any given day we have over $3 million in demolition tools alone on our shelves in chisel, moil, and specialty shapes. When it comes to hydraulic breakers, parts support is everything.” If you are an occasional user, Gorilla also has a fleet of hammer equipped excavators ready to rent featuring 6,000 ft-lb to 12,000 ft-lb Gorilla Hydraulic Breakers, as well as an extensive inventory of remanufactured, guaranteed breakers in stock to meet any budget. As Bob promotes the sales of Gorilla Hammers throughout the country, Joe handles the day-to-day

We are proud to count the Tedesco family and Gorilla Hammers as members of UCANE and wish them many years of continued success. n

MARCH, 2021

“BUY FROM THE ADVERTISERS IN CONSTRUCTION OUTLOOK”

rainforrent.com

BUILD WITH CONFIDENCE

28 Trolley Crossing Charlton, MA 01507 (508) 248-4607

“BUY FROM THE ADVERTISERS IN CONSTRUCTION OUTLOOK”

MARCH, 2021

I n M emoriam James McCarthy

Atlantic States Cast Iron Pipe Co.

e are deeply saddened to announce that on February 12, 2021 long time UCANE member and friend Jim McCarthy, passed away. Jim was the loving husband of Judy, his wife of 58 years. He was the devoted father of Jeanne O’Brien and her partner Ken Maider of Milton, Beth Capitula and her husband David of Watervliet, NY, Brian McCarthy and his wife Kim of Merrimack, NH, and Nancy Phelan and her husband John of San Antonio, TX. Jim was born in Boston and grew up in North Quincy. After his service at Ft. Devens during the Korean War, he graduated from Northeastern University. Jim’s career as a water pipe salesman and

MARCH, 2021

being an active member of UCANE and the New England Water Works Association spanned decades. He was passionate about sailing Boston Harbor and was active in the Wollaston, Squantum, and Hull Yacht Clubs. But, above all else, Jim’s family and friends were the focal point of his life, and Jim will always be remembered with a scotch in his hand and a smile on his face. Donations in memory of Jim may be made to the Hospice organization of your choice. In lieu of funeral services, a celebration of Jim’s life will be held in his honor when it is safe to do so. The Officers, Board of Directors, Members, and staff of UCANE extend their deepest sympathies and condolences to the McCarthy family. n

“BUY FROM THE ADVERTISERS IN CONSTRUCTION OUTLOOK”

SITECH NORTHEAST

GRADE CONTROL COMPACTION CONTROL DRILLING/PILING/SHEETING POSITIONING SURVEY/LAYOUT TOOLS PRODUCT TRAINING DRONE SERVICES SITE POSITIONING PAVING CONTROL SOFTWARE SOLUTIONS COMPONENT REPAIR TECHNOLOGY RENTAL

YOU DO THAT?

Offering you a complete range of services to help you save time, money and resources. Visit www.sitechnortheast.com to find your representative or call 855-748-3244.

“BUY FROM THE ADVERTISERS IN CONSTRUCTION OUTLOOK”

OCTOBER, 2017

An Interview with Chris Bouchard DPW Director – Town of South Hadley Chris Bouchard graduated from Westfield High School and worked as a mechanic/fleet manager for several large area contractors. He started his public works career in the Town of Longmeadow in 1999, where he worked for four years. Chris then accepted a position with the Town of Otis and worked there for 10 years, where he became Highway Superintendent and also earned his grade 4 wastewater operator’s license. In 2013, he accepted the Highway Superintendent position with the Town of Becket and worked there for seven years. Most recently in April of 2020, he began his current job with the Town of South Hadley as Director of Public Works. Chris has found the Public Works field to be very rewarding and challenging, where someone can grow and advance their career through hard work and effort. He thanks his peers in Berkshire County Highway Association, Tri County Highway Association, MHA, BayState Roads Program, and the MADOT D-1 State Aid office for helping him to grow and advance professionally. MARCH, 2021

Can you give us a brief description of South Hadley regarding the make-up of the DPW, population, and infrastructure statistics? South Hadley is a small town with a population of 17,300. As Public Works Director I oversee and coordinate six departments including Highway, Parks, Tree Department, Solid Waste, Administration, and the Water Pollution Control Division. We take care of about 85 miles of road and over 100 miles of sewer lines and storm drains. The water system below our streets is managed by South Hadley’s 2 Water Districts, but the sewer lines, that service about 95% of the properties in Town is the DPW’s responsibility. We also maintain and operate five pump stations and our 4.2MGD Treatment Facility, built in 1960 and expanded in 1980, which is located, through inter-municipal agreements, in Chicopee. Above ground our DPW team takes care of 18 sports fields, playgrounds, and parks in addition to all public properties and the Town Common. South Hadley continued on page 43

“BUY FROM THE ADVERTISERS IN CONSTRUCTION OUTLOOK”

Under the Hard Hat continued from page 41 has a transfer station, recycle center, and a capped landfill under our care and the DPW oversees curbside collection for 6,500 residences. We take care of trees and landscaping on public property and if you want to remove a tree you probably have to see us too. All of these operations are run quite efficiently by a talented (and very busy) staff of 25 DPW employees. What do you currently see as the most pressing infrastructure needs for the Town in the next few years, and is there a 5-year Asset Management Plan in place to address those needs? The most visible needs are always to repair and rebuild the roads and sidewalks, but we cannot forget about the piping infrastructure that is below the roadway and we try to restore roadways from the bottom up whenever possible. Annual budgeting for maintenance of roads ie., crack seal/surface treatments is always a must to keep our roads ahead of the curve and extend their lives. Like most DPW’s there never seems to be enough funding to tackle all of our project needs, but through careful planning and using the right road treatments we can set a course for success in the long term.

We also have been busy working on the Mutual Aid program that will be rolled out this spring. We have had a few virtual events and given members a look at mutual aid and how it will work and also had some GIS workshops to show the different ways that it can help in Public Works. We are also continuing to plan events for 2021 and are hopeful we will get to go back to in-person events soon. I look forward to seeing my MHA members and meeting UCANE members as well. 2020 was a challenging year for all of us in public works as we strived to safely provide the vital daily services to the community that are sometimes taken for granted. We are Public Works Strong and will use 2020 as a building block/tool for the future. UCANE’s Annual Industry Directory is distributed to key officials like yourself in every City and Town in Massachusetts. Do you find the information useful when considering material purchases, equipment rentals, and emergency repairs? I find the directory helpful to research vendors and products that I may not know about or to find out who my contact is when I do reach out for goods and services. n

We have a five year plan that we are currently updating and trying to incorporate into a single GIS platform for tracking all of our infrastructure assets to better forecast and predict needs so that we may coordinate with non-town utilities and vice versa. How does your municipality normally fund infrastructure projects? Does the Town utilize the SRF Loan Program through MassDEP for water infrastructure projects? South Hadley normally covers capital projects through annual budgets or bonds and grants i.e., Chapter 90, Massworks, Complete Streets, MVP, and DER. I have not used SRF yet, but I am looking into the program as a potential funding source for a couple of sewer projects that are in the planning stages. Congratulations on your recent election as President of the Massachusetts Highway Association. Can you tell us what MHA will be focusing on in 2021? MHA has been busy continuing to push increasing Chapter 90 funds and a multi-year release.

MARCH, 2021

“BUY FROM THE ADVERTISERS IN CONSTRUCTION OUTLOOK”

Avoid Costly Damage and Repairs from U�lity Strikes Badger Dayligh�ng is North America’s leading provider of risk mi�ga�ng hydrovac excava�on services. Our safety driven operators and highly capable trucks increase produc�vity while protec�ng your valuable assets.

Potholing & Dayligh�ng · Slot Trenching · Interior Excava�on Engineering & Design · U�lity Locates · Debris Removal Pit/Sump Cleans · Storm Drains · Emergency Response Pole Holes · Line Je�ng · Exposing Founda�ons · Culvert Cleaning

Badger Dayligh�ng of Massachuse�s Sco� Robertson 508-277-4111 www. Badgerinc.com 44

“BUY FROM THE ADVERTISERS IN CONSTRUCTION OUTLOOK”

MARCH, 2021

Greg Norris, B2W Software, Inc.

Construction Software Trends in 2021 While COVID-19 continues to add uncertainty and challenges, the overall outlook for heavy construction in New England and North America remains relatively consistent moving through the first quarter of 2021. There is a lot of work to be done in most sectors and funding for much of it will remain tight. As a result, contractors will operate in the low-margin and highly competitive environment they have grown accustomed to.

oftware technology will play a growing role in creating opportunities for these companies to get more efficient and profitable. Aside from specific technologies and applications, these are six general software-related trends we expect to emerge or gain momentum in 2021.

1. More focus on strategy and integration As contractors deploy more and better software for construction, the challenge of unifying that technology is growing. Added efficiency or productivity can often be cancelled out by effort and cost needed to integrate various applications, devices, and data and to get them to communicate with each other both within and across workflows. Contractors that step back and take a more holistic view of how current and future technology investments fit together and support specific business processes will get stronger results, ROI, and competitive advantages. Mapping out a realistic plan and timeline for deploying technology is an important part of the strategy too. This is the best way to avoid some of the main reasons technology initiatives fail: siloed solutions, lack of company-wide buy in, incompatibility, and taking on too much at once.

2. An increase in Cloud hosting The Cloud is not new, but an increasing number MARCH, 2021

of companies will choose to host software there as opposed to on their own servers. Contractors are simply using more software for estimating, operations, and other areas of their business. As they do, some will find it more effective to leave the sourcing and maintenance of servers to outside specialists so they can focus on their core construction expertise. The Cloud can ensure peak software performance on the latest server technology, free them from maintaining in-house IT resources, and take away the responsibility for physical and technical security. The coronavirus has also amplified an already existing need in construction for remote access. Emcontinued on page 47

“BUY FROM THE ADVERTISERS IN CONSTRUCTION OUTLOOK”

MARCH, 2021

Technology in Const. continued from page 45

Customizable electronic field logs are a powerful enabler, making it easier for them to capture more and better data daily on productivity, labor, material, and equipment utilization, as well as other companyspecific variables. Importantly, the field tracking software behind these logs can also turn this data into actionable intelligence. Daily reports and dashboards can be populated automatically in formats designed for the requirements teams in the field, not the requirements of accountants. The data shows them where the project stands versus the plan and helps them make more informed operational decisions while there is still time to protect profitability.

ployees working in the field, at home, or elsewhere can access software on in-house servers. The Cloud just makes it easier, eliminating the need for VPNs or other extra steps for logging in. Similarly, a Cloud deployment can make it easier for contractors to install software updates.

3. Real-time cost management in the field Rather than operating on instinct or waiting weeks for accounting reports, contractors will use software to get more immediate, agile, and data driven in how they assess performance in the field and adjust operations to keep projects on schedule and under budget.

4. Immediate alerts and notifications

As more and more information is captured within software applications, as opposed to on paper, a bonus benefit is emerging for contractors. That data can trigger immediate alert and notifications delivered by text message or e-mail to selected recipients. These software-driven messages are instant and organized and they leave a record of what was communicated and when. Look for them to gradually replace fragmented phone calls and messages that are often delayed or incomplete. On an electronic safety form, for example, checking a box to indicate that an accident resulted in an injury could prompt an instant, automatic alert to the safety director. Similarly, indicating on an equipment inspection form that repair work is urgent could prompt an alert to the maintenance director. This type of capability is especially beneficial in scheduling and dispatching. Software can alert users when actions like a new assignment, an update or change to an assignment, or the removal of an assignment may require attention. The system can then assist them in sending it in an automated manner to appropriate recipients such as employees, foremen, transport crews, or an outside trucking organization.

625 Pleasant Street Watertown, MA. MA. 617 - 924 - 3673

watertownford.com

SALES – SERVICE – PARTS – CAR & TRUCK RENTAL

MARCH, 2021

5. Automation of preventive equipment maintenance Equipment maintenance remains a major expense in heavy construction and a compelling ROI case is driving more and more concontinued on page 49

“BUY FROM THE ADVERTISERS IN CONSTRUCTION OUTLOOK”

CRANE RENTAL • RIGGING • SPECIALIZED TRANSPORT

THE HEAVY LIFTING SPECIALISTS

(781) 858-7777 • www.nacranes.com LIKE US: facebook.com/northamericancrane

• • • • •

MOBILE CRANES CRAWLER CRANES TOWER CRANES INDUSTRIAL CRANES BOOM TRUCKS

• LOWBED SERVICE • INDUSTRIAL RIGGING

“BUY FROM THE ADVERTISERS IN CONSTRUCTION OUTLOOK”

MARCH, 2021

Technology in Const. continued from page 47 tractors towards managing it with specialized software, instead of spreadsheets and paper. The payoff of proactive preventive maintenance is a big reason. Software obviously cannot perform maintenance automatically, but it brings automation to the PM process. That is a big step in an industry where many companies remain reactive, addressing maintenance issues when something breaks. With maintenance software, meter readings from equipment – input manually or automatically via telematics – trigger alerts at the proper intervals. The system tells the maintenance team what should be done and when. PM work is far more likely to be done on schedule, cutting the cost of the work itself, and the unplanned downtime. Visibility into when PM intervals are approaching delivers the added benefit of scheduling the work at the most efficient and opportune times. Mechanics, for example, can get upcoming preventive work out of the way on a machine that is in the shop for another reason or they can service other equipment in advance while they are at a jobsite for a breakdown.

6. A stronger connection between estimating and production in the field The opportunity to earn a profit begins with the estimate, but estimating is not an isolated activity.

An ARELLO COMPANY

Unified software will play an increasing role in allowing contractors to communicate data and logic from the bid to the field. This eliminates the errors and extra work of redundant data entry and makes it easier for teams in the office and the field to collaborate, so jobs can be built the way they were bid. As jobs are in progress, cohesive software will also be leveraged more effectively to deliver information on actual production and performance back to the estimators. This can improve the processes for change orders, time and materials work, and increase the accuracy of future bids. n

Crushed Stone & State Specified Dense Graded Base Manufacturer & Installer of Bituminous Concrete Products:

M.B.S. Construction Services/Paving Holden Trap Rock Co. 2077 N. Main Street (Route 122 A) Holden, MA 01520 Tel: 508-829-5353 Fax: 508-829-9346

Berlin Stone Co. 332 Sawyer Hill Rd. (off Rt. 62 & 495) Berlin, MA 01503 Tel: 978-838-9999 Fax: 978-838-9916

service

Your Slope Stabilization and Stormwater Experts!

GeoPerm BFM (Replaces Erosion Control Blankets) Floc Blocs and Dewatering Systems Earthstop Erosion Control Crystals Erosion Control Blankets Sediment Logs & Terra Tubes

Phone: 800-853-5393 | Fax: 508-987-8785 | www.hydrograsstech.com

MARCH, 2021

“BUY FROM THE ADVERTISERS IN CONSTRUCTION OUTLOOK”

Custom and Standard Concrete Products... Our Specialty! United Concrete Products, Inc.

173 Church St. Yalesville, CT 06492

www.unitedconcrete.com

Offering a full range of products: Manholes, Catch Basins, Septic Tanks, Leaching Chambers, Dry Wells, Distribution Boxes, Pump Chambers, Grease Traps, PreTreatment Tanks, Utility Vaults, Meter Pits, Yard Drains, Box Culverts, End-Walls, Wing Walls, Curbs, Water Quality Structures, Prefab. Pump Stations, Storage Buildings, Dugouts, Concrete Barriers, Cable Concrete, Retaining Walls, Restroom Buildings, Telecommunication Shelters, Prestress Bridges, National Grid, Traffic Control Structures and many more.

Toll Free: (800) 234-3119 Fax: (203) 265-4941

Jason Lindsey

jlindsey@unitedconcrete.com Cell 203-464-7667 See our full line of products at:

www.unitedconcrete.com

Dave Pateuk / Owner Email: dave@northeastshoring.com Website: www.northeastshoring.com

• • • •

Any Size Trench Box; Standard & Custom Fully Stocked Sales & Rental Fleet The Best Source for Road Plate Rentals Two Trucks for FAST RELIABLE DELIVERY!

“BUY FROM THE ADVERTISERS IN CONSTRUCTION OUTLOOK”

MARCH, 2021

‘It’s Hard to Frugal Your Way to Early Retirement,’ Says Self-Made Millionaire who Retired at 34 Hacking your finances — ordering water instead of cocktails, moving to a less expensive area or hoarding grocery coupons just to save a few bucks — has become a bit of an obsession among Americans, especially millennials, looking to get rich and retire early. Eating $0.69 ramen and skimping on $8 avocado toast isn’t a bad idea ... if you’re a broke college student. Once you’ve graduated and hit your 30s, however, it’s hard to frugal your way to early retirement. Why? Because a couple hundred bucks isn’t a lifechanging amount. The graph below, which uses data from the US Bureau of Economic Analysis, shows that household savings — or whatever income people have left after their spending — has little effect on boosting wealth:

(Data source: Integrated Macroeconomics Accounts of the US; US Bureau of Economic Analysis.

An Abundance Mindset can Make You Rich Faster In 2012, I quit my job in finance and retired at 34 with $3 million. But it wasn't penny-pinching that got me there; rather, it was in large part thanks to my abundance mindset. In the realm of abundance, everything — money, happiness, prestige — is plentiful. More importantly, those with an abundance mindset make decisions based on the Big Picture. They know that wealth is a byproduct of what they

MARCH, 2021

do with their time and money, whether it's investing in real estate or the stock market, working harder so they can get paid more, refinancing their mortgage or starting a side hustle. Super savers, on the other hand, tend to adopt a scarcity mindset. They make fear-based decisions and avoid taking risks at all costs. They give into lifestyle constraints, move to cheaper cities, choose to rent instead of buy and so on. In other words, they believe everything is limited and that extreme frugality is the only way to get rich. continued on page 53

“BUY FROM THE ADVERTISERS IN CONSTRUCTION OUTLOOK”

P.A. Landers, Inc. The Smart Choice For All Your Site Development Needs

“WE DELIVER QUALITY BY THE TRUCKLOAD” 351 Winter Street • Hanover, MA 02339 800.660.6404 • 781.826.8818 Fax: 781.826.6377

Route 130 • Mashpee, MA 02649 800.660.6404 • 781.826.8818

www.palanders.com

Route 130 • Sandwich, MA 02563 800.834.4333 • 508.477.8818 Fax: 508.477.8818

GENERAL CONTRACTOR

Manufacturer and Installer of Bituminous Concrete Products 100 Wales Avenue-Rear Avon, MA 02322 Office: 508-583-2029 Plant: 508-587-6953

www.tledwards.net

226 Nicks Rock Road Plymouth, MA 02360 Scale House: 508-732-9148 Asphalt Plant: 508-732-9140

Now, one estimator accomplishes what it took two people to do before. B2W Estimate

LARRY BUTLER TRAFFIC & LIGHTING SYSTEMS

Break new ground, win more work and complete it more profitably with the unified ONE Platform for heavy construction estimating, operational workflows and business insight. HEAR LARRY’S SUCCESS STORY AND MORE AT B2WSOFTWARE.COM/LARRY

“BUY FROM THE ADVERTISERS IN CONSTRUCTION OUTLOOK”

MARCH, 2021

It’s Hard to Frugal Your Way continued from page 51

Life is Harder when You Only Focus on Saving Money All those financial gurus who preach that ditching your $5-latte-a-day habit could substantially grow your wealth — and even make you a millionaire, thanks to compound interest — are simply wrong. Let's be realistic: You'd have to forgo a lot of lattes and need a very high annual return to turn those dollar bill savings into $1 million. I'm not saying you should be wasteful with your money. During the initial stages of my early retirement plan, I stayed in on most nights, ate on an incredibly Area Boston low budget and shared a studio apartment. But that strategy only lasted forLocations so long.

Based on my own experience — and from what readers of Financial Samurai, my finance blog, have shared with me — here are some potential downsides of trying to frugal your way to early retirement:

You get bored. To save on essentials like housing, food, utilities and transportation, you move from a vibrant metro area to a cheaper city. But after some time, things get dull and you start to miss the tremendous amount of culture, diversity and entertainment that were once at your fingertips. You get lonely. While the benefits of relocating to a place with low costs of living is nice, you find it hard to meet new people. (Trust me, the older you get, the truer this becomes.) As a result, your social life slowly dwindles, along with your network of friends and contacts that took years to build.

2 Dexter Street Everett, MA 02149 Boston Area Boston Area Locations Locations 431 Second Street Everett, MA 02149 2 Dexter Street 2 Dexter Street Everett, MA 02149 Everett, MA 02149

431 Second Street 431 Second Street Everett, MA 02149 Everett, MA 02149 BOSTON AREA LOCATIONS

100 Fremont Street 2 Dexter Street Worcester, 01603 Everett, MAMA 02149

431 Second Street Everett, MA 02149

Minichiello Bros./Scrap-It, Inc., Minichiello Bros./Scrap-It, Inc.

Living arrangements become uncomfortable. To save

on rent, you and your partner decide to live in a shoebox apartment. But everything is so cramped that you begin to feel suffocated. Also, because there isn't enough room for personal space, you both find yourselves bickering more than usual.

You miss out on real estate gains. Since renting a

place is initially cheaper than buying, you talk yourself into doing the former. But this ultimately means missing out on homeowner advantages like fixed-rate mortgages, tax incentives, equity buildup and profits after selling. While real estate isn't for everyone and doesn't always guarantee wealth, the return on rent is always zero.

You make less money.

Typically, one of the biggest benServes over 2500 customers a week and is one of New England’s largest Serves over 2500 customers a week and is one New England's largest buyers, efits of living in a high-cost city buyers, sellers, and processors of scrap metal. Forour overgoal 60 years goal sellers and processors of scrap metal. For over 60 years has our remained is having access to a wealth of has remained the same to provide the best prices in the industry along with the same - to provide the best prices in the industry along with top notch top notch customer service! Call Fred Rogers at 617-595-5505 job opportunities with higher pay. customer service! Call Fred Rogers at 617-595-5505 Minichiello Bros./Scrap-It, Inc., If you leave for a cheaper area, Minichiello Bros./Scrap-It, Inc., those options are no longer availServes over 2500 customers a week and is one New England's largest buyers, able. My advice? Tough it out; stay sellers and processors of scrap metal. For overa60week years ourisgoal Serves over 2500 customers and onehas Newremained England's largest buyers, for as long as possible so you can the same - to provide the best in theof industry along with notch sellers and prices processors scrap metal. Fortop over 60 years our goal has remained earn your maximum income pocustomer service! the Callsame Fred -Rogers at 617-595-5505 to provide the best prices in the industry along with top notch tential. Then start thinking about customer service! Call Fred Rogers at 617-595-5505 whether it makes sense to move.

Turn your metal into money today! Turn your metal into money today! Minichiello Bros. Inc./Scrap-It Inc. Minichiello Bros. Inc.,/Scrap-It Inc.

MARCH, 2021

You miss the window for having kids. I've met a lot

of couples who delayed starting a

continued on page 55

“BUY FROM THE ADVERTISERS IN CONSTRUCTION OUTLOOK”

Turn your metal into money today!

978.658.5300

900 Salem Street - Wilmington, Ma. www.beneventocompanies.com

Asphalt

Concrete

Aggregates

Recycling

Darmody, Merlino & Co., LLP CERTIFIED PUBLIC ACCOUNTANTS AND CONSULTANTS

Serving The Construction Industry Since 1938 75 Federal Street, Boston, Massachusetts 02110-1997

OFFICE 617.426.7300 • FAX 617.426.2245 Burke Lubricants half-page ad 7-31-20.qxp_Dennis K Burke Inc 8/2/20 7:45 PM Page 1 WWW.DARMODYMERLINO.COM

555 Constitution Drive • Taunton, MA 02780

51 Industrial Park Road • Saco, ME 04072

Dennis K. Burke is proud to stock a full line of lubricants, DEF and supplies –

everything you need to keep your fleet, facility or shop running at peak efficiency.

We offer full lines from BioBlend, Castrol, Citgo, Kendall, Phillips 66, Petro-Canada, Peak and our own Fleetline brand. Products are available in the quantities you need, when you need them, throughout the New England region. From packaged goods to bulk tank setups – no job is too big, no job is too small.

1-800-BUY-BURKE

1-800-289-2875

www.burkeoil.com

“BUY FROM THE ADVERTISERS IN CONSTRUCTION OUTLOOK”

MARCH, 2021

It’s Hard to Frugal Your Way continued from page 53 family in order to save money — only to find that, once they've hit their late-40s, their ability to naturally conceive has plummeted. They then have to spend tens of thousands of dollars on medical treatments. But even so, there's no promise things will work out as planned.

You can't afford to have kids. Most people don't realize that raising children requires a tremendous amount of time and money — until they do the math and discover that the hundreds of dollars saved doesn't come close to what they need to support a child. Even if you don't have the financial resources, but decide to become parents anyway, you can kiss early retirement goodbye. (My wife and I have two kids and pay $2,380 per month for a platinum healthcare, not to mention the monthly childcare and preschool expenses — which, depending on where you live, can easily cost up to $2,500 per child.)

The Smarter Early Retirement Strategy First and foremost, adopt an abundance mindset. Know that there is plenty of wealth to go around. Stop putting all your energy into "not spending money" and start seeking and taking advantage of bigger opportunities:

Prioritize your career. Your full-time job is your winning ticket to early retirement, so find something you enjoy doing and devote as much time to it as possible. Grow your skills, impress your boss and build a strong professional network. Become the best in your field so you can get that raise or, even better, land a higher-paying job at another company. Aim to max out your retirement savings accounts. This is one of the easiest ways

for Americans to build wealth, so focus on maxing out your 401(k), IRA, and Roth IRA. If your employer matches 401(k) contributions, at least contribute continued on page 57

Don’t Dig Yourself into Trouble! CALL DIG SAFE BEFORE YOU DIG. ®

The Perfect Excavation: • Pre-mark the location of intended excavation using white stakes, paint or flags. • In MA, ME, NH and RI, notify Dig Safe® at least 72 hours in advance.* • In Vermont, notify Dig Safe® at least 48 hours in advance.* • Notify non-member facility owners. • Maintain the marks placed by underground facility owners. • Use caution and dig by hand when working within 18” of a marked facility. • If a line is damaged, do not backfill. Notify the affected utility company immediately if the facility, its protective coating, or a tracer wire is damaged. • Call 911 in the event of a gas leak, or if a damaged facility poses a risk to public safety. • Know your state’s excavation requirements. • Go to digsafe.com for educational material and current laws.

IT’S SMART, IT’S FREE, IT’S THE LAW. CALL

* NOT INCLUDING WEEKENDS AND HOLIDAYS.

MARCH, 2021

“BUY FROM THE ADVERTISERS IN CONSTRUCTION OUTLOOK”

Green Beam Pipe Laser Compact & Powerful! • 500 ft. (150 m) operating range • High visibility Green Beam excellent for use in dark pipe conditions • Stop by for a complete demonstration on this NEW state-of-the-art Pipe Laser • From the leaders in Pipe Laser technology - Spectra Precision Model DG613G

5 Eastpoint Drive, Unit 1, Hooksett, NH 03106 Phone: 603-623-0188 • www.eastpointlasers.com

Send NSI Your Next Shoring Challenge!

NSI Contracting designs and installs engineered sheet pile shoring for a range of excavation situations • • • • • •

Seawall Construction & Rehabilitation Dam Rebuild and Reconstruction Deep Pump Station Installations Underground Storage Tank Construction Building Foundations Contaminated Soil Removal

NSI Contracting Field Office 6 Wright Avenue • Merrimack NH 03054 603-377-7437 • www.nsicontracting.com NSI Contracting, a Proud Member of UCANE!

“BUY FROM THE ADVERTISERS IN CONSTRUCTION OUTLOOK”

MARCH, 2021

It’s Hard to Frugal Your Way continued from page 55 that amount. Remember, 401(k)s are pre-tax dollars, which means not only is your company handing you free money, but you're also lowering your tax burden by a dollar-for-dollar contribution into your account.

SAND & STONE CORP.

Invest your savings. Once you've taken full

advantage of all your tax-advantageous retirement vehicles, it's time to build your taxable investment portfolio. In my opinion, the two most common asset classes that will really help you build wealth are real estate and the S&P 500. The goal is to make prudent investments that will end up generating money for you on its own, so that you don't have to.

192 Plain St. North Attleboro, MA 02760 (508) 699-1922 www.borocorp.com

Stay on top of your finances. It's vital that

you know where your money is going each month. Try to maintain a fixed budget. Check your bank statements. Use a free wealth management tool to track your net worth, analyze your cash flow and manage your investment portfolio.

All these things will help you progress toward early retirement — at least, at a much faster rate than any budget trimming will do.

24 H our Rep air

FIx wa

nntsrol EE g&rErosion Co

Golf Cou rse D r a ina ge

maint a i n MARCH, 2021

•

Put ou

Extensiv e Inv ent ory o

outss aderworks Bra

s m e t s y sPipes and Parts

s get th irey Hydrants Complete Line Fe le o r d Wa t ff Kenned t

ter

Written by Sam Dogan, www. FinancialSamurai. com Reprinted with permission. n

1-855-GETPIPe

www.putnampipe.com Hopkinton • Taunton • Providence

“BUY FROM THE ADVERTISERS IN CONSTRUCTION OUTLOOK”

IF YOU LIVE FOR IT, WE’LL HELP YOU PLAN FOR IT.

Patrick A Di Cerbo,

B.A., MSFS, ChFC®, CFP® Wealth Management Advisor 518.281.8200 patdicerbo.com

L. GUERINI GROUP, INC. SINCE 1917

Material Placement Specialists

CONCRETE PUMPING EQUIPMENT “TELEBELT” MOBILE CONVEYORS STONE SLINGER SERVICE Pumps Up To 200 yds/hr • Booms Up To 142’ Reach Line Pumps • Grout Pumps Material Placement To 106’

34 Topalian Street PO Box 260187 Boston, MA 02126

www.guerini.com NOW AVAILABLE: BOSTON GRAVEL PLANT LOCATION:

200 LEGACY BLVD. DEDHAM, MA 02026 Plant: 617-590-0024

MATERIALS AVAILABLE FOR PURCHASE: • 1” MINUS PROCESSED GRAVEL • ¾” & 1½” CRUSHED STONE • SCREENED LOAM • SCREENED SAND MATERIALS ACCEPTED: • BROKEN ASPHALT • NON & REINFORCED CONCRETE • CONCRETE WITH WIRE MESH • ROCK • BLASTED LEDGE

OFFICE:

1039 EAST STREET DEDHAM, MA 02026 Office: 781-329-4111 Fax: 781-329-1039

HOURS OF OPERATION: MONDAY-FRIDAY: 6:30 A.M. – 4:00 P.M. SATURDAY: 7:00 A.M. – 12:00 P.M.

DELIVERIES AVAILABLE ON LARGE ORDERS. PLEASE CALL FOR PRICING.

“BUY FROM THE ADVERTISERS IN CONSTRUCTION OUTLOOK”

MARCH, 2021

CLF Sues Barnstable Over Pollution in Lewis Bay HYANNIS — The Conservation Law Foundation (CLF) filed suit recently in federal court in Boston against the town of Barnstable, saying the Barnstable Water Pollution Control Facility is in violation of the federal Clean Water Act and is polluting Lewis Bay.

n the suit, CLF contends the levels of nitrogen discharged into groundwater by the plant are too high, and that the nitrogen and other nutrients travel underground to nearby Lewis Bay, where the discharge has elevated nutrient levels that feed large algae blooms. The blooms degrade water quality, lower oxygen levels and harm plant and marine animal life. If the foundation wins the lawsuit, the town's wastewater plant would then be operated under a more rigorous federal permit under the Clean Water Act. Christopher Kilian, director of CLF’s Clean Water and Healthy Forests initiative, said the town’s Comprehensive Wastewater Management Plan proposal to upgrade the plant lacks specificity on two key points. It does not specify how the plant will be modernized and it does not identify where two proposed discharge areas will be located or how much they will add to the volume of wastewater treated at the plant and discharged. The plan should have already identified and permitted the two proposed additional discharge areas, he said, adding that the 30-year rollout of the wastewater plan is too slow. “You can’t have a plan dragged out for 30 years with no specificity or commitment to real action,” he said. “That’s what we’re looking for, getting past empty promises and loopholes.” One alleged loophole is the reliance on a state discharge permit that allows higher levels of nu-

MARCH, 2021

trients on the assumption that nitrogen and other contaminants will be filtered out of the treated water on its trip to coastal water bodies. But Kilian said that is not happening and that groundwater is actually acting more like a pipe than a filter. That direct connection from wastewater discharge to the ocean via groundwater was recently affirmed in a Supreme Court decision concerning discharge in Maui. It was the basis for two other successful CLF lawsuits in recent years at two resorts in Harwich. The Wychmere Beach Club and the Wequassett Inn reached settlement agreements with CLF to reduce nitrogen levels flowing into marine water from their treatment plants as a result of the lawsuits. continued on page 61

“BUY FROM THE ADVERTISERS IN CONSTRUCTION OUTLOOK”

Bioretention Soil? Who makes that?

Have Your Hands Full? WE’RE HERE TO HELP.

Stabilized stonedust? Who makes that?

From design and production to fulfillment and everything in between, WebsterOneSource has a variety of services to help you manage your marketing, printing, and logistics needs.

CU-Structural soil? Who makes that?

Green roof soil? Who makes that? Reinforced soil? Who makes that? Contact Peter Smith to get started today! peter@websteronesource.com | 781.447.5484 www.websteronesource.com

Asphalt Paving • Excavating / SiteDevelopment Development Asphalt Paving • Excavating • Site HotHot MixMix Asphalt / Cold Patch Asphalt

Lawrence-Lynch Corp.

White Bros. – Lynch Corp.

P.O. Box 913 • Falmouth, MA 02541

P.O. Box 155 • Oak Bluffs, MA 02557

396 Gifford Street • Falmouth, MA 02540

20 Vineyard Ave. • Oak Bluffs, MA 02557

PH 508-548-1800 • FX 508-457-1825

PH 508-693-0845 • FX 509-693-0312

Visit our website @ www.lawrencelynch.com

“BUY FROM THE ADVERTISERS IN CONSTRUCTION OUTLOOK”

MARCH, 2021

Spotlight on Cape Cod continued from page 59 CLF is asking the court to rule that Barnstable is in violation of the Clean Water Act: This would trigger the requirement of a federal permit, which comes with stricter limits on nutrients and other contaminants. “Clearly, a connection exists between the input of nutrients into groundwater and the effects on marine water bodies,” Andrew Gottlieb, executive director of the Association to Preserve Cape Cod, said. “But the real question is how to get it effectively remediated.” He said he is worried that the implementation of the Barnstable wastewater cleanup plan could get tied up in court and delayed due to the CLF suit. The real intent of the suit may be to prod Cape towns into speeding up the implementation of their own wastewater plans by taking on the county’s largest municipality, he said. “I think they’re trying to get the attention of every town on Cape Cod, which isn’t a bad thing,” Gottlieb said. Written by Doug Fraser. Reprinted from the Cape Cod Times. n

A WBE Certified Firm Professional Land Surveyors and Engineering Construction Surveying Experts Engineering/CADD Services GPS Consultants Laser Scanning Specialists Serving all of New England Experts in construction layout of highways, utilities, schools, bridges, and site development.

OUR WORLD IS ACCURACY AND PRECISION

781-273-3434 brennanconsults.com 24 Ray Avenue Burlington, MA 01803

On-site, not on-call

Industrial Safety & Rescue is always ready where you need us, when you need us.

• Confined Space Rescue • High Angle Rescue • Safety Management • OSHA compliance training in various disciplines

INDUSTRIAL SAFETY & RESCUE

800-244-1238 • 348 Turnpike Street • Canton, MA • 02021 info@industrialsafetyrescue.com

MARCH, 2021

“BUY FROM THE ADVERTISERS IN CONSTRUCTION OUTLOOK”

MARCH, 2021

“Our company has been a UCANE member for more than 40 years. There is no doubt that we have seen a return on our investment many times over.” ~ mARCO GiOiOSO, p. GiOiOSO & SONS, iNC.

“While I am busy running my business, it is a comfort to know that UCANE is working every day on my behalf to stem the never ending flow of new laws and regulations on both the State and National level.”

~ ViN BARLETTA, BARLETTA HEAVY DiViSiON

“Membership in UCANE has provided me much greater insight into how our industry is funded and how we, as contractors or suppliers, can help control our own destiny.” ~ mARCELLA ALBANESE, ALBANESE BROTHERS, iNC.

“We think UCANE’s commitment to Safety Education is the best. We are always kept informed of the latest safety issues and regulations. Knowing that we can reach out to UCANE for assistance with compliance or a question about OSHA is a great feeling.”

~ DAViD ZOppO, R. ZOppO CORp.

“Joining UCANE has offered great benefits for our company. Not only have we increased our knowledge about the industry on many levels, we have developed new subcontract opportunities and a sense of camaraderie with peers in the business.” ~ mAuREEN DAGLE, DAGLE ELECTRiCAL CONSTRuCTiON CORp.

“There are very few successful contractors out there that don’t belong to a construction association. I think UCANE provides the best and most complete coverage on issues important to our company. Strength in numbers is an old adage, but it still holds true.” ~ AL mORTEO, FED. CORp.

“I have always been impressed with the balance between large and small companies at UCANE. Every contractor, no matter what size, union or open shop, gets heard at Board meetings and has an equal vote in decision making.” ~ JOHN OuR, ROBERT B. OuR CO., iNC.

“I have found that UCANE contractors try to support Associate Members. I might not make every sale, but most times I know I’ll at least get a chance to submit a quote.”

~ STEVE CONNOLLY, ATS EquipmENT, iNC.

Exceptional Leadership Guiding UCANE with Dedication and Commitment

UCANE President

Marcella Albanese Albanese Brothers, Inc.

arcella is President of Albanese Brothers, Inc. of Dracut, MA. Her father Marco, and his brother Giovanni founded the company in 1978. Currently, Marcella and her siblings, Maria and Oto, represent the second generation of Albanese contractors who are highly regarded for their ability to take on difficult projects. Like so many UCANE members before her, since her father retired in 2010, Marcella and her siblings have continued to grow the family business, working on projects throughout New England. Albanese Bros., Inc. is now WBE/DBE accredited. Marcella has been involved in UCANE since she began working at Albanese Brothers many years ago. She has since served two terms on our Board of Directors, and throughout the years has taken on additional responsibilities, having served as UCANE Secretary, Treasurer, and President Elect for two years, and she is now serving her second term as the first woman President of our Association. And make no mistake about it, Marcella was voted UCANE President because she has earned the respect and confidence of her peers, and has been a tireless advocate for UCANE and our industry for many years. Marcella’s rise to prominence in our industry, and in UCANE, is nothing short of inspirational for any woman who wants to be in construction, or who is in a business that supports the construction industry. She has so many qualities that give her the credentials to work in an industry that is male dominated. She is intelligent and knows the construction industry from both the administrative side, to working in the field as a Project Engineer. She is confident and strong willed, and when she believes she is right, she will defend her position. Recognizing her contributions to our industry, in 2015 our members presented her with our Association’s most prestigious award… that of UCANE Contractor Member of the Year. Marcella is committed to strengthening our Association in the coming year by increasing membership. Her goal is to enlist 25 new members and she has requested our member’s support to help her achieve her goal. She believes strongly in UCANE and its goals and future, and has committed to continue the work of those who served before her who have strived to make Massachusetts’ clean water and drinking water infrastructure a model for the entire country.

President Elect

Ryan McCourt - McCourt Construction Company

Treasurer

yan is the fifth generation President of McCourt Construction Company of South Boston, MA. He attended Boston College where he graduated with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Finance. Soon after graduating, he joined his family’s business. McCourt Construction has been a leader in the construction industry since 1893. Ryan, along with his brothers Matthew and Trevor continue to tackle some of the largest and most complex construction projects in New England. Ryan is following in his father Richard’s footsteps at UCANE, and moving up the ranks as an officer. He previously served on UCANE’s Board of Directors from 20122013, later taking on the offices of Secretary, Treasurer, and currently serving his second term as President Elect. Ryan understands the importance of industry organizations in ensuring that the infrastructure of the Commonwealth gets the attention it so desperately needs, and he knows that UCANE is the most effective organization in getting attention for the drinking water and wastewater industry. Ryan looks forward to working with our elected officials to improve clean water and drinking water systems, which will positively impact our citizens and the environment.

Brian Cooney - C. C. Construction, Inc.

Secretary

rian is Vice President and Project Manager of C. C. Construction, Inc. of Plymouth, MA. His father, Christopher Cooney founded the company in 1983 and they have been UCANE members since 2009. C. C. Construction performs site work and utility work on the entire South Shore, including Cape Cod and the Islands. Brian graduated from Northeastern University in 2009, with a Bachelor’s Degree in Finance and Entrepreneurship. He also took construction management classes at Wentworth Institute of Technology at night. Soon after receiving his degree, Brian joined his family’s business. Brian previously served as UCANE Secretary for two years, and is currently serving his second term as Treasurer. He will face the challenges our industry has with project funding and permitting head on, in an effort to get more projects out to bid and on the street.

Chris Valenti - GVC Construction, Inc.

hris is Vice President of GVC Construction, Inc. of Leominster, MA where he works with his wife Geselle who is President of the company. His brother Michael Valenti, Jr. is also a Vice President of the company and works side by side with Chris and Geselle. GVC was founded by Geselle and Chris in March of 2000, and along with Mike they perform utility and heavy civil construction projects in Massachusetts, Southern New Hampshire, and Southern Maine. Chris studied Construction Management at Wentworth Institute of Technology and the company is now SDO Certified M/WBE/ DBE and SBA Certified EDWOSB. Chris joined UCANE in 2004, and throughout the years has been an active member, having served on many of our Committees. He has earned the respect and admiration of his peers within the utility construction industry, and his ongoing commitment to UCANE is evident by his efforts in effectively communicating the issues of vital importance to our industry.

VINCENT BARLETTA Barletta Heavy Division

NICK BIELLO J. D’Amico, Inc.

MIKE BISZKO, III Biszko Contracting Corp.

JOE GIOIOSO P. Gioioso & Sons, Inc.

DAN HORGAN R. H. White Const. Co., Inc.

LISA FRENCH KELLEY W. L. French Excavating Corp.

RICHARD PACELLA, JR. R. M. Pacella, Inc.

BRIAN RAWSTON Jay Cashman, Inc.

FRED ROGERS Scrap-It, Inc./Minichiello Bros., Inc.

ANDREW DANIELS J. Derenzo Co.

BILL LEONARD Aqua Line Utility, Inc.

ERIK SVEDEN C. N. Wood Company, Inc.

GEORGE DeFELICE DeFelice Corporation

JOHN OUR Robert B. Our Co., Inc.

JORDAN TIRONE DeSanctis Insurance Agency, Inc.

JERRY GAGLIARDUCCI Gagliarducci Construction, Inc.

QUERINO PACELLA RJV Construction Corp.

DAVID WALSH Pawtucket Hot Mix Asphalt

Wishes to Congratulate UCANE’s 2021 Officers and Board President: President Elect: Treasurer: Secretary:

Marcella Albanese Albanese Bros., Inc. Ryan McCourt McCourt Const. Company Brian Cooney C.C. Construction, Inc. Chris Valenti GVC Construction, Inc.

Vincent Barletta Nick Biello Mike Biszko, III Andrew Daniels George DeFelice Jerry Gagliarducci Joe Gioioso Dan Horgan Lisa French Kelley Bill Leonard John Our Querino Pacella Richard Pacella, Jr. Brian Rawston Fred Rogers Erik Sveden Jordan Tirone David Walsh

Congratulations to UCANE’s 2021 Officers and Board of Directors!

Barletta Heavy Division J. D’Amico, Inc. Biszko Contracting Corp. J. Derenzo Co. DeFelice Corporation Gagliarducci Construction, Inc. P. Gioioso & Sons, Inc. R. H. White Const. Co., Inc. W. L. French Excavating Corp. Aqua Line Utility, Inc. Robert B. Our Co., Inc. RJV Construction Corp. R. M. Pacella, Inc. Jay Cashman, Inc. Scrap-It, Inc./Minichiello Bros., Inc. C. N. Wood Company, Inc. DeSanctis Insurance Agency, Inc. Pawtucket Hot Mix Asphalt

From your friends at RJV Construction Corp. 5 Lincoln Street • Canton, MA 02021 T: (781) 821-1469 • F: (781) 832-3443

60 K Street • South Boston, MA 02127 Tel: 617.269.2330

Tel: 800.696.SHEA (7432) Fax: 978.388.6959 www.sheaconcrete.com info@sheaconcrete.com

New England’s Premier Precaster! (800) 696-SHEA (7432)

www.sheaconcrete.com

info@sheaconcrete.com Best Wishes to UCANE’s 2021 Manufacturer of: Officers and Board Fax: (978) 388-6959

Stairs, Bulkheads, Septic Tanks, Pump Stations, Leach Chambers, Manholes, Drywells, Utility Structures, Barriers, Curbing, Precast Footings, Bollards, Fire Cisterns, Box Culvert, Stormwater Systems, Retaining Walls, Precast Concrete Buildings, etc…

We applaud your dedication and commitment to the underground utility industry.

UCANE HAS OUR FULL SUPPORT! 773 Salem Street Wilmington, MA

153 Cranberry Hwy Rochester, MA

160 Old Turnpike Road Nottingham, NH

Mail: 87 Haverhill Road • Amesbury, MA 01913

“BUY FROM THE ADVERTISERS IN CONSTRUCTION OUTLOOK” 773 Salem Street

87 Haverhill Road

153 Cranberry Hwy

MARCH, 2021

DBEDBE & WBE CERTIFIED & WBE CERTIFIED

Congratulations to UCANE’s 2019 Officers and Board of Directors Ready, willing and able to speak as the unified voice for the underground utility industry! Albanese Brothers Inc. P.O. Box 518, 28 Loon Hill Road, Dracut, MA 01826 Telephone.978.454.8850 – Fax.978.458.8710 www.albanesebrothers.com www.albanesebros.com

MARCH, MARCH,2021 2020

“BUY IN CONSTRUCTION OUTLOOK” “BUYFROM FROMTHE THEADVERTISERS ADVERTISERS IN CONSTRUCTION OUTLOOK”

69 67

Est. 1926

CONGRATULATIONS TO THE 2021 OFFICERS & BOARD OF DIRECTORS.

TONRY.COM Lou Tonry | Commercial Insurance Kris Bibbo | Personal Insurance Kristin Erickson | Bonds

QUINCY Crown Colony Office Park 300 Congress Street Quincy, MA 02169-0907

(617) 773-9200 LEXINGTON

With your guidance, UCANE will continue to take a leadership role in maintaining the economic growth of our industry.

238 Bedford Street, Lexington, MA 02420

(781) 861-1800

Proud UCANE Member since 1954

Insurance & Bonding Professionals

Best Wishes to UCANE’s 2021 Officers and Board

Your hard work and integrity has been instrumental in bringing our message to elected officials and the public.

716 Monadnock Hwy • Swanzey, NH 03446 431 2nd Street • Everett, MA 02149 100 & 103 Fremont Street • Worcester, MA 01603 T: (617) 389-7213 • www.scrapit.us

“BUY FROM THE ADVERTISERS IN CONSTRUCTION OUTLOOK”

MARCH, 2021

We wish to congratulate UCANE’s 2021 Officers and Board of Directors.

OFFICERS President: President Elect: Treasurer: Secretary:

Marcella Albanese...................... Albanese Brothers, Inc. Ryan McCourt...................... McCourt Const. Company Brian Cooney.............................C. C. Construction, Inc. Chris Valenti..............................GVC Construction, Inc. BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Vincent Barletta.................................................................... Barletta Heavy Division Nick Biello.......................................................................................... J. D’Amico, Inc. Mike Biszko, III...................................................................Biszko Contracting Corp. Andrew Daniels................................................................................... J. Derenzo Co. George DeFelice.......................................................................DeFelice Corporation Jerry Gagliarducci...................................................Gagliarducci Construction, Inc. Joe Gioioso............................................................................ P. Gioioso & Sons, Inc. Dan Horgan..........................................................R. H. White Construction Co., Inc. Lisa French Kelley.................................................... W. L. French Excavating Corp. Bill Leonard...............................................................................Aqua Line Utility, Inc. John Our................................................................................. Robert B. Our Co., Inc. Querino Pacella................................................................... RJV Construction Corp. Richard Pacella, Jr.........................................................................R. M. Pacella, Inc. Brian Rawston...............................................................................Jay Cashman, Inc. Fred Rogers....................................................... Scrap-It, Inc./Minichiello Bros. Inc. Erik Sveden.......................................................................C. N. Wood Company, Inc. Jordan Tirone.......................................................DeSanctis Insurance Agency, Inc. David Walsh.................................................................... Pawtucket Hot Mix Asphalt

MARCH, 2021

“BUY FROM THE ADVERTISERS IN CONSTRUCTION OUTLOOK”

Robert B. Our Co., Inc.

UCANE

is to be congratulated for over 67 years of commitment and dedication to our industry. P.O. Box 1539 Harwich, MA 02645 Tel: 508.432.0530

Benevento Companies Quality, Service & Dependable Congratulates UCANE on celebrating 67 years of excellence serving the underground utility industry. We are proud to be a UCANE member and will continue to support its goals.

Stone • Asphalt Concrete • Recycling 978-658-5300 www.beneventocompanies.com

Congratulations to UCANE’s 2021 Officers & Board of Directors! FERGUSON.COM

DI PIPE & FITTINGS | PVC PIPE & FITTINGS | VALVES & HYDRANTS HDPE PIPE & FITTINGS | GEOTEXTILES | BRASS CASTINGS | STORM WATER CHAMBERS | SAFETY & TOOLS WATER MAIN TAPS | HYDROSTATIC TESTING | HYDRANT REPAIR Canton North Harwich Canton Chicopee North Harwich Worcester Worcester (781) 828-1350 (508) 430-1696 (508) 7542027 (781) 828-1350 (413) 593-1219 (508) 430-1696 (508) 754-2027 ©2014 Ferguson Enterprises, Inc.

“BUY FROM THE ADVERTISERS IN CONSTRUCTION OUTLOOK”

MARCH, 2021

Leader in High Quality, Steel & Aluminum Trench Shoring Sales H• Rentals H• Service H• Repairs H• Trade-ins H• Recertification

We wishe to Congratulate the 2021 Officers and Board of the Utility Contractors’ Association of New England, Inc. OFFICERS President: President Elect: Treasurer: Secretary:

Marcella Albanese...................... Albanese Brothers, Inc. Ryan McCourt...................... McCourt Const. Company Brian Cooney.............................C. C. Construction, Inc. Chris Valenti .............................GVC Construction, Inc. BOARD OF DIRECTORS

238 E Cherry Street Shrewsbury, MA 01545

1.508.842.2822

Fax: 508-842-2824 E-Mail us at: sales@americanshoring.com H • www.americanshoring.com MARCH, 2021

“BUY FROM THE ADVERTISERS IN CONSTRUCTION OUTLOOK”

FEENEY BROTHERS UTILITY SERVICES PROUD UCANE MEMBERS

BondLetor Insurance Problems? us improve upon your current program. CONGRATULATIONS

TO THE OFFICERS AND BOARD WHO WILL LEAD UCANE IN 2020

We can help!

We focus on building the most safety-conscious, skilled, and knowledgeable utility service workforce in the country. Feeney Brothers invests heavily in its commitment to safety, from our competent and experienced safety personnel who perform regular onsite inspections, to our training programs focused on teaching our employees to consistently deliver quality utility projects in the safest manner possible.

• Problem Obtaining Bonds? • Slow Service? • Uncompetitive Terms? • Bid Bonds • Performance & Payment Bonds • High Insurance Premiums? • Inadequate Coverage? • Poor Service? SAFEST WAY Insurance • All FormsTHE of Liability and Property IS THE• FEENEY WAY Executive Vice President • Newton Johnson, President Oscar B. Johnson, • Mark D. Leskanic, Vice President • Christopher Clark, Account Executive

BondLetor Insurance Problems? Eastern States Insurance us improve upon your current program. Insurance

Bonds

Employee Beneﬁts We can help!

Risk Management

50 Prospect Street | Waltham, Massachusetts 02453 | (781) 642-9000 | (781) 647-3670 fax | esia.com

Congratulates UCANE

• Problem Obtaining Bonds? • Slow Service? • Uncompetitive Terms? 12/11/09 • Bid Bonds • Performance & Payment Bonds • High Insurance Premiums? • Inadequate Coverage? • Poor Service? • All Forms of Liability and Property Insurance • Newton Johnson, President • Oscar B. Johnson, Executive Vice President • Mark D. Leskanic, Vice President • Christopher Clark, Account Executive

ESI 6x3.75adv4.indd 1

3:13:09 PM

on celebrating 67 years of professional excellence to the underground Eastern States Insurance utility industry.

Insurance

Bonds

Employee Beneﬁts

Risk Management

50 Prospect Street | Waltham, Massachusetts 02453 | (781) 642-9000 | (781) 647-3670 fax | esia.com ESI 6x3.75adv4.indd 1

“BUY FROM THE ADVERTISERS IN CONSTRUCTION OUTLOOK”

12/11/09 3:13:09 PM

MARCH, 2021

On behalf of the Massachusetts Highway Association representing more than 350 Public Works officials from across the Commonwealth, the Officers of MHA congratulate Utility Contractors’ Association of New England, Inc. on their 67th Anniversary. We look forward to continuing to work together with UCANE’s 2021 Board of Directors to improve the Public Works Industry. MHA Officers 2021

Christopher Bouchard

1 Vice President, Salisbury

John Haines

David B. Lane

2 Vice President, East Bridgewater nd

Lisa DeMeo

President, South Hadley

Secretary, Danvers

William Elovirta Treasurer

MARCH, 2021

“BUY FROM THE ADVERTISERS IN CONSTRUCTION OUTLOOK”

DeFelice

Corporation

Congratulates UCANE on celebrating 67 years of excellence serving the underground utility industry. We are proud to be a UCANE member and will continue to support its goals. 28 Silver Lane Dracut, MA 01826 T: 978-452-6967

New address:

Congratulations to UCANE’s 2021 Officers and Board of Directors!

2229 Plainfield Pike, Johnston RI 02919

2229 Plainfield Pike Johnston, RI 02919 (401)921-2379 iron-haulers.com

WE ARE PROUD TO BE UCANE MEMBERS Thank you for being the voice of our industry for 67 years.

800 Hartford Turnpike Shrewsbury, MA 01545

Salutes UCANE on being the voice of our industry for 67 years. Dave Pateuk, Owner North East Shoring, LLC Millis, MA USA Cell: 617/699-7298 www.northeastshoring.com dave@northeastshoring.com

“BUY FROM THE ADVERTISERS IN CONSTRUCTION OUTLOOK”

MARCH, 2021

Wishes to Congratulate UCANE’s 2021 Officers & Board of Directors OFFICERS President: President Elect: Treasurer: Secretary:

25 Concord Street • Pawtucket, RI 02860 Tel: (401) 722-4488 • Fax: (401) 312-0992 www.pawtuckethotmixasphalt.com

MARCH, 2021

“BUY FROM THE ADVERTISERS IN CONSTRUCTION OUTLOOK”

Wishes to Congratulate UCANE’s 2021 Officers and Board President: President Elect: Treasurer: Secretary:

Marcella Albanese Albanese Bros., Inc. Ryan McCourt McCourt Const. Company Brian Cooney C.C. Construction, Inc. Chris Valenti GVC Construction, Inc.

160 Old Maple St. • Stoughton, MA 02072 Tel: 781.344.8822 • Fax: 781.344.7382

We are proud to be a UCANE member and wish to congratulate the Officers and Board who will lead UCANE in 2021. 650 Industrial Drive • Halifax, MA 02338 T: 781.294.1080 • F: 781.294.4597 www.wesconstructioncorp.com

Congratulations to the 2021 Slate of Officers &TUL Board of Directors. CONGRA ATIONS With your guidance, UCANE will take a MARCO GIOIOSO leadership role in maintaining the From your staff and economic growth of our partneindustry. rs at

P. Gioioso & Sons, Inc.

We are very proud of you for being installed as the UCANE Presid ent. 50new Sprague Street • Hyde Park, MA 02136

We Tel:are617.364.5800 • Fax: confident that, with 617.364.9462 your determination, vision and leadership, the promotion of a cleane r environment for future generations will reach greater levels in 2011.

We wish you and

the UCANE officers and directors “BUY FROM IN CONSTRUCTION OUTLOOK” good THE luckADVERTISERS in your endeav ors for 2011.

MARCH, 2021

A. R. BELLI, INC. UCANE on celebrating 67 years of excellence serving the underground utility industry. Cynthia Sementelli, President Bill Keaveney, General Manager Tel: (617) 332-8855 Fax: (617) 332-2158

271 Nevada Street Newtonville, MA 02460

DBE/WBE Certified

MARCH, 2021

“BUY FROM THE ADVERTISERS IN CONSTRUCTION OUTLOOK”

Congratulations to UCANE’s 2021 Officers and Board of Directors!

R. M. Pacella, Inc. Congratulates UCANE on celebrating 67 years of professional excellence to the underground utility industry. 3 Madison St. • Plainville, MA 02762 Tel: (508) 695-5100 • Fax: (508) 695-2793 80

“BUY FROM THE ADVERTISERS IN CONSTRUCTION OUTLOOK”

MARCH, 2021

Rain For Rent New England wishes to congratulate the 2021 Officers and Board of the Utility Contractors’ Association of New England, Inc. OFFICERS President: President Elect: Treasurer: Secretary:

28 Trolley Crossing • Charlton, MA 01507 Tel: 508.987.0042 • Fax: 508.987.0021

MARCH, 2021

“BUY FROM THE ADVERTISERS IN CONSTRUCTION OUTLOOK”

Best wishes to UCANE’s 2021 Officers & Board. We applaud your dedication and commitment to the underground utility industry.

WE ARE PROUD TO BE UCANE MEMBERS Thank you for being the voice of our industry for 67 years.

Hopkinton, MA • Taunton, MA Pawtucket, RI 1-855-GETPIPE www.putnampipe.com

Happy 67 Years of Fighting the Fight, Talking the Talk and Walking the Walk for the Good of the Contractor, the State, and the People of Massachusetts!

WBE Certified T el : 800.379.1459 • Fax : 781.937.7678 •

www . deccorp . com

Dagle Electrical Construction Corp. 82

“BUY FROM THE ADVERTISERS IN CONSTRUCTION OUTLOOK”

MARCH, 2021

wishes to congratulate the 2020 2021 Officers and Board of Directors of the Utility Contractors’ Association of New England, Inc. OFFICERS OFFICERS President: Marcella Albanese...................... Albanese Brothers, Brothers, Inc. Inc. President: Marcella Albanese...................... Albanese President Elect: Elect: Ryan Ryan McCourt...................... McCourt...................... McCourt McCourt Const. Const. Company Company President Treasurer: Brian Cooney.............................C. Cooney.............................C. C. Construction, Inc. Inc. Treasurer: Brian C. Construction, Secretary: Chris Valenti..............................GVC Construction, Inc. Secretary: Chris Valenti .............................GVC Construction, Inc. BOARD OF DIRECTORS Vincent Barletta.................................................................... Barletta ................................................................... Barletta Barletta Heavy Heavy Division Division Vincent Nick Biello.......................................................................................... Biello ......................................................................................... J. J. D’Amico, D’Amico, Inc. Inc. Nick Mike Biszko, Biszko, III...................................................................Biszko III ..................................................................Biszko Contracting Contracting Corp. Corp. Mike Andrew Daniels................................................................................... Daniels................................................................................... J. J. Derenzo Derenzo Co. Co. Andrew Corporation George DeFelice.......................................................................DeFelice DeFelice ......................................................................DeFelice Corporation George Jerry Gagliarducci...................................................Gagliarducci Gagliarducci ..................................................Gagliarducci Construction, Construction, Inc. Inc. Jerry Joe Gioioso............................................................................ Gioioso ...........................................................................P. Gioioso & & Sons, Sons, Inc. Inc. P. Gioioso Joe Dan Horgan..........................................................R. Horgan .........................................................R. H. H. White White Construction Construction Co., Co., Inc. Inc. Dan Lisa French French Kelley. Kelley .................................................... L. French French Excavating Excavating Corp. Corp. .................................................. W. W. L. Lisa Bill Leonard. Leonard .............................................................................. Aqua Line Inc. .............................................................................Aqua Line Utility, Utility, Inc. Bill John Our. Our................................................................................. Robert B. B. Our Our Co., Co., Inc. Inc. ............................................................................... Robert John Querino Pacella................................................................... Pacella .................................................................. RJV RJV Construction Construction Corp. Corp. Querino Richard Pacella, Pacella, Jr.........................................................................R. Jr. .......................................................................R. M. M. Pacella, Pacella, Inc. Inc. Richard Brian Rawston...............................................................................Jay Rawston ..............................................................................Jay Cashman, Cashman, Inc. Inc. Brian Fred Rogers....................................................... Rogers ..................................................... Scrap-It, Inc. Scrap-It,Inc./Minichiello Inc./MinichielloBros., Bros. Inc. Fred Erik Sveden.......................................................................C. Sveden ............................................................................................... Milton CAT N. Wood Company, Inc. Erik .....................................................DeSanctis Insurance Agency, Agency, Inc. Jordan Tirone. Tirone...................................................... DeSanctis Insurance Inc. Jordan Pawtucket Hot Hot Mix Mix Asphalt David David Walsh.................................................................... Walsh. .................................................................. Pawtucket Asphalt

14 Sterling Road, Building #1 • N. Billerica, MA 01862 Tel: 508.987.0042 • Fax: 508.987.0021

MARCH, 2021 MARCH, 2020

ININ CONSTRUCTION OUTLOOK” “BUY FROM FROM THE THEADVERTISERS ADVERTISERS CONSTRUCTION OUTLOOK”

83 99

I. W. Harding Const. Co., Inc. of West Bridgewater, extends its best wishes and support to UCANE’s 2021 Officers and Board, as they work tirelessly to improve our industry I. W. Harding Construction Co., Inc. 354 Pleasant Street W. Bridgewater, MA 02379 T: 508.588.2222 www.iwharding.com

Congratulations to Marcella Albanese as UCANE President. Best wishes to the Officers & Board Members Leading UCANE in its 67th Year. 38 Mountain Ash Lane • Pembroke, MA 02359 T: (781) 331-6521 • F: (781) 335-6853

I am proud to be a UCANE member and wish to congratulate the Officers and Board who will lead UCANE in 2021! 8 Springdale Ave. • Canton, MA 02021 • 781.828.0821 • 800.286.0404 www.podgurskicorp.com 84

“BUY FROM THE ADVERTISERS IN CONSTRUCTION OUTLOOK”

MARCH, 2021

Congratulations On behalf of the 102 Cities and Towns represented by the Norfolk – Bristol - Middlesex Highway Association, we offer UCANE our best wishes on your 67th Anniversary and continued success in future years. Our organizations strive to bring public awareness to the state of our infrastructure, keeping the workforce safe and improving the quality of life for residents of Massachusetts.

Norfolk/Bristol/Middlesex Highway Association

MARCH, 2021

John Sanchez President Town of Burlington

Joseph Flanagan 2nd Vice President Town of Dedham

Kevin Johnson 1st Vice President Town of Brookline

David Field Secretary/Treasurer Town of Easton

“BUY FROM THE ADVERTISERS IN CONSTRUCTION OUTLOOK”

L&L

Concrete Products, Inc.

Salutes UCANE on being the voice of our industry for over six decades. P. O. Box 516 Webster, MA 01570 Tel: (508) 987-8175 Fax: (508) 987-8822

Bring us your tired Congratulations worntoout Pipe Lasers UCANE’ s and we 2021 will give you towards the Ocash fficers and Board purchase of a NEW of Directors ! DG613 or DG813! F rom your friends at:

5 E Point Dr # 1, Hooksett, NH 03106 Phone:(603) 623-0188

Congratulations to the 2019 offiCers and board of direCtors With your guidance, UCANE will continue to take a leadership role in maintaining the economic growth of our industry.

197 Ballardvale Street • Wilmington, MA 01887 T: 617-314-6213 • F: 617-314-7831 mackaycompanies.com

“BUY FROM THE ADVERTISERS IN CONSTRUCTION OUTLOOK”

MARCH, 2021

Wishes to congratulate the 2021 Officers and Board of Directors of the Utility Contractors’ Association of New England, Inc. OFFICERS President: President Elect: Treasurer: Secretary:

173 Church Street • Yalesville, CT 06492 • Tel: 203.269.3119 www.unitedconcrete.com

MARCH, 2021

“BUY FROM THE ADVERTISERS IN CONSTRUCTION OUTLOOK”

Best wishes to UCANE’s 10/7/16 We are proud to be a UCANE 2020 Officers & Board. member and wish to Quality Products We applaud your and congratulate the Officers and Dependable Service dedication and commitment Board who will lead Quality Products forUCANE Over 502021. Years to underground in andthe Dependable Service utility for Overindustry. 50 Years Burke 2.75 x 4.25 9-16:Dennis K. Burke

Burke 2.75 x 4.25 9-16:Dennis K. Burke

10/7/16

1:04 PM

1:04 PM The PageZanelli 1

Enterprise, Inc.

congRatulations to ucane’s 2020 299 Main Street 16 Moreland Street officeRs and BoaRd Somerville, MA North Reading, MA02145 01864 866-Zanelli 978-207-1233 of d iRectoRs! www.tzecontractorssupply.net

Page 1

Sales – Water Main Tapping – FWe rom your Friends at: Valvecongratulate Insertions up to 24”UCANE - Rentals

celebrating over 67 years of excellence serving the underground utility industry.

Premium Diesel Fuel, Premium Diesel Fuel, Motor Gasoline MotorOil Oiland and Gasoline

We are proud to be a UCANE member, and will continue to P.O. Box 366 • N. Billerica, MA 01862 support •its goals. T: 800-739-3753 F: 978-663-0061

P.O. BOX 711 P.O. BOX 711 555 Constitution Drive Taunton, MA TAUNTON, MA 02780 02780

TAUNTON, MA 02780

1-800-289-2875

www.cleanbasins.com

WWW.BURKEOIL.COM

Wishes WishestotoCongratulate Congratulate UCANE’s UCANE’s2020 2021Officers Officers&& Board BoardofofDirectors. Directors. OFFICERS President Marcella Albanese

President Elect Ryan McCourt

Treasurer Brian Cooney

Secretary Chris Valenti

BOARD OF DIRECTORS Vincent Barletta Nick Biello Mike Biszko, III Andrew Daniels George DeFelice Jerry Gagliarducci

Joe Gioioso Dan Horgan Lisa French Kelley Bill Leonard John Our Querino Pacella

Richard Pacella, Jr. Brian Rawston Fred Rogers Erik Sveden Jordan Tirone David Walsh

40 Shawmut Road • Canton, MA 02021 • T: 781-821-6222 • F: 781-821-7444 88 96

“BUY FROM ININ CONSTRUCTION OUTLOOK” FROM THE THEADVERTISERS ADVERTISERS CONSTRUCTION OUTLOOK”

MARCH, 2021 MARCH, 2020

AGGREGATES • HOT MIX ASPHALT • CONSTRUCTION SERVICES

Best wishes to UCANE’s 2021 Officers UCANE’s 2020 and Board of Directors. Your Continued Dedication to the Utility Construction Industry is Appreciated by All. 998 RESERVOIR ROAD LUNENBURG, MA 978-582-5200

875 PHENIX AVENUE CRANSTON, RI 401-942-7300

2140 BRIDGE STREET DRACUT, MA 978-454-7878

72 SO. MAIN STREET ACUSHNET, MA 508-992-3542

WWW.PJKEATING.COM MEMBER

MARCH, 2021 MARCH, 2020

UCARI

CIRI

MAAPA

ININ CONSTRUCTION OUTLOOK” “BUY FROM FROM THE THEADVERTISERS ADVERTISERS CONSTRUCTION OUTLOOK”

89 115

We are proud to be a UCANE member and wish to congratulate the Officers and Board who will lead UCANE in 2021!

L. Guerini Group, Inc.

Congratulations

to UCANE’s 2021 Officers and Board of Directors UNITED WE STAND!

655 Pleasant Street • Norwood, MA 02062 T: 781.407.9133 • F: 781.407.9134

P.O. Box 260187 Mattapan, MA 02126

Best Wishes to UCANE’s 2021 Officers and Board We applaud your dedication and commitment to the underground utility industry.

UCANE HAS OUR FULL SUPPORT!

30 Braintree Hill Office Park, Suite 203 • Braintree, MA 02184 Tel: 508.342.6787 • Fax: 508.342.6790 90

“BUY FROM THE ADVERTISERS IN CONSTRUCTION OUTLOOK”

MARCH, 2021

Congratulations UCANE on celebrating 67 years of excellence serving the underground utility industry.

Put some power into your next precast project!

OFFICERS President: President Elect: Treasurer: Secretary:

CSI

CONCRETE SYSTEMS, INC. 9 Commercial Street, Hudson, New Hampshire 03051

(800) 342-3374 (603) 889-4163 FAX (603) 889-0039

MARCH, 2021

Concrete Systems, Inc.: Manholes & Catch Basins, Box Culverts, Special Box Structures, Containment Vaults, CON/SPAN ® Bridge Systems, Permanent & Temporary Barrier, T-Wall ® Retaining Wall Systems, EcoWall, ARMOR CAST ® Aboveground Storage Tanks & ARMOR VAULT® Below Grade Storage Tank “BUY and FROM THEStructures. ADVERTISERS IN CONSTRUCTION OUTLOOK” Systems Custom CSI Shelter Technologies: Precast Monolithic Structures for Power Generating Facilities, Meter or Pumping Stations, Hazmat Storage, Communications Buildings and PCS Equipment

Congratulates UCANE on celebrating over 67 years of professional excellence to the underground utility industry! 123 Ocean State Drive North Kingstown, RI 02852 800-554-4557 www.oceanstateoil.com

Congratulations to UCANE’s 2021 Officers and Board of Directors! From your friends at:

P.O. Box 366 • N. Billerica, MA 01862 T: 800-739-3753 • F: 978-663-0061 www.cleanbasins.com

GENERAL CONTRACTORS

Salutes UCANE on being the voice of our industry for 67 years. 295 Pasco Road • Indian Orchard, MA 01151 Tel: 413.543.6978 • Fax: 413.543.6918 www.gagliarducci.com 92

“BUY FROM THE ADVERTISERS IN CONSTRUCTION OUTLOOK”

MARCH, 2021

CONGRATULATIONS UCANE ON 67 YEARS OF EXCELLENCE! We are proud to be a UCANE member and will continue to support its goals.

Patrick A Di Cerbo, B.A., MSFS, ChFC®, CFP® Wealth Management Advisor 518.281.8200 patdicerbo.com

07-1016 © 2020 Northwestern Mutual is the marketing name for The Northwestern Mutual Life Insurance Company (NM), (life and disability insurance, annuities, and life insurance with long-term care benefits) and its subsidiaries in Milwaukee, WI. Northwestern Mutual Investment Services, LLC (NMIS) (securities), a subsidiary of NM, broker-dealer, registered investment adviser and member FINRA and SIPC. Patrick A Di Cerbo is an Insurance Agent(s) of NM. Patrick A Di Cerbo, is a Registered Representative(s) of NMIS. Patrick A Di Cerbo, is a Representative of Northwestern Mutual Wealth Management Company®, (NMWMC) (fiduciary and fee-based financial planning services), a subsidiary of NM and federal savings bank. All NMWMC products and services are offered only by properly credentialed Representatives who operate from agency offices of NMWMC. Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards Inc. owns the certification marks CFP®, CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ and CFP® (with flame design) in the U.S., which it awards to individuals who successfully complete CFP Board’s initial and ongoing certification requirements.

MARCH, 2021

“BUY FROM THE ADVERTISERS IN CONSTRUCTION OUTLOOK”

CULLEN, MURPHY & CO., P.C. Certified Public Accountants • John E. Merchant, CPA

We are proud to be a UCANE member and wish to congratulate the Officers and Board who will lead UCANE in 2021. 1506 Providence Highway Norwood, MA 02062

E-mail: jmerchant@cullenmurphyandco.com

Tel: (781) 769-6262 Fax: (781) 769-5675

GENERAL CONTRACTOR

Manufacturer and Installer of Bituminous Concrete Products

Congratulates UCANE

Celebrating 67 years of professional excellence to the underground utility industry. (508) 583-2029 100 Wales Ave. Rear

Office: Plant: (508) 587-6953

Avon, MA 02322

POWER LINE CONTRACTORS, INC. “All Your High Voltage Needs”

We are proud to be a UCANE member and wish to congratulate the Officers and Board who will lead UCANE in 2021. 68 Industrial Way Wilmington, MA 01887 Tel: 781-944-9077 • Fax: 781-942-2511

“BUY FROM THE ADVERTISERS IN CONSTRUCTION OUTLOOK”

MARCH, 2021

We are proud to be a UCANE Member. Thank you UCANE for 67 years of excellence serving the underground industry. Congratulations to the 2021 Officers and Board of Directors.

usa.skanska.com 1365 Main Street Waltham, MA 02451 Tel: 617.218.5900 MARCH, 2021

“BUY FROM THE ADVERTISERS IN CONSTRUCTION OUTLOOK”

WE ARE PROUD TO BE UCANE MEMBERS

Thank you for being the voice of our industry for over six decades. 320 South Street • Plainville, MA 02762 • T: 508.695.3252 • www.lorussocorp.com

Best Wishes to UCANE’s 2021 Officers and Board We applaud your dedication and commitment to the underground utility industry. UCANE has our full support!

83 Carmelina’s Circle • Ludlow, MA 01056 • Tel: 413-583-6160 • Fax: 413-583-6140

WBE Certified

Congratulates UCANE on celebrating 67 years of professional excellence serving the underground utility industry. We are proud to be a UCANE member, and will continue to support its goals.

922 Pleasant Street Norwood, MA 02062

“BUY FROM THE ADVERTISERS IN CONSTRUCTION OUTLOOK”

Tel: (800) 426-6246 (781) 769-2400 Fax: (781) 769-8222

MARCH, 2021

G e n e r a l C o n t r a c t i n g • S i t e Wo r k Road Construction • Utility Installation Concrete Construction • Snow Removal

24 Hour Emergency Repairs on Water Sewer and Drain Lines

GVC CONSTRUCTION, INC. 375 HARVARD STREET LEOMINSTER, MA 01453 978.840.9700

MBE • WBE • DBE • SBA • EDWOSB

GVCCONSTRUCTION.COM

MARCH, 2021

SALUTES UCANE ON BEING THE VOICE OF OUR INDUSTRY FOR OVER SIX DECADES!

“BUY FROM THE ADVERTISERS IN CONSTRUCTION OUTLOOK”

SAND & STONE CORP. Salutes UCANE on being the voice of our industry for over six decades.

We are proud to be a UCANE member and wish to congratulate the Officers and Board who will lead UCANE in 2021. Learn more at ejco.com or call 800 626 4653 Made in the USA

192 Plain St. • North Attleboro, MA 02760 T: (508) 699-2911 • www.borocorp.com

Congratulations to UCANE’s 2021 Officers and Board of Directors

United We Stand! 165 Hartwell Street 55 High Street West Boylston, MA 01583 North Billerica, MA 01862 Tel: 508-835-4431 Tel: 978-459-6701 www.hrprescott.com

“BUY FROM THE ADVERTISERS IN CONSTRUCTION OUTLOOK”

MARCH, 2021

Wishes to Congratulate Marcella Albanese as the First Woman President of UCANE and the 2021 Officers and Board of Directors of the Utility Contractors’Association of New England, Inc. OFFICERS President: President Elect: Treasurer: Secretary:

66 Silva Lane • Dracut, MA 01826 Tel: (978) 937-0909 • Fax: (978) 937-9292 MARCH, 2021

“BUY FROM THE ADVERTISERS IN CONSTRUCTION OUTLOOK”

We are proud to be a UCANE member. Thank you for paving the way for the next generation of underground contractors! Tim Zanelli Excavating LLC

Celebrating 74 years of service to New England 1947-2021

We salute UCANE on being the voice of our industry for over six decades.

GENALCO inc. Needham, MA • Springfield, MA W. Haven, CT • Warwick, RI

16 299 Moreland Street Main Street Somerville, MA 02145 North Reading, MA 01864 866-Zanelli

978-207-1233 www.tzecontractorssupply.net

1-781-444-9500 www.genalco.com

Sales – Water Main Tapping – Valve Insertions up to 24” - Rentals

Congratulations to the 2021 Officers and Board of Directors J. A. POLITO & SONS CO., INC. SHREWSBURY, MA 100

“BUY FROM THE ADVERTISERS IN CONSTRUCTION OUTLOOK”

MARCH, 2021

Congratulations to Marcella Albanese as the First Woman President of UCANE and to the 2021 Officers and Board of Directors of the Utility Contractors’ Association of New England, Inc. OFFICERS President: President Elect: Treasurer: Secretary:

MARCH, 2021

“BUY FROM THE ADVERTISERS IN CONSTRUCTION OUTLOOK”

101

Congratulations to UCANE’S 2021

Officers and Board of Directors

JP & SONS

onstruction Co., Inc.

GENERAL CONTRACTORS

THE 2021 OFFICERS AND BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE UTILITY CONTRACTORS’ ASSN. OF NEW ENGLAND, INC. ARE TO BE CONGRATULATED. Your dedication to improving our industry is deeply appreciated. The Travelers Indemnity Company and its property casualty affiliates. One Tower Square, Hartford, CT 06183 © 2019 The Travelers Indemnity Company. All rights reserved. Travelers and the Travelers Umbrella logo are registered trademarks in the U.S. and other countries.

1420 MAIN STREET MILLIS, MA 02054

TEL: 508-376-4916 FAX: 508-376-8921

SPS Congratulates the 2018 UCANE Officers & Board We proudly stand alongside our fellow members to support and achieve our common goals

Building & Maintaining New England's Bridges and Roadways Since 1984 Design-Build | Bridge Construction | Highway Construction Transit-Railroad Construction | Marine Construction

Salisbury, MA 978-462-6543 spsnewengland.com

102

“BUY FROM THE ADVERTISERS IN CONSTRUCTION OUTLOOK”

MARCH, 2021

BEST WISHES TO UCANE’S 2021 OFFICERS AND BOARD Your hard work and integrity has been instrumental in bringing our message to elected officials and the public.

Congratulations to UCANE’S 2020 Officers and Board of Directors! Best Wishes to Marcella Albanese & Jordan Tirone From all your friends at DeSanctis Agency.

Serving the Bonding and Insurance needs of the N.E. construction industry for almost 50 years.

Adam DeSanctis Gregory Juwa James Axon Michael Gilbert Bryan Juwa David Boutiette Paul Patalano Dick Caruso Jonathan Duggan Jordan Tirone

Congratulations UCANE on celebrating 67 years of excellence serving the underground utility industry. We are proud to be a UCANE member and will continue to support its goals. 79 Nahanton Avenue • Milton, MA 02186 T: 617-269-0400 • F: 617-696-8758 104

“BUY FROM THE ADVERTISERS IN CONSTRUCTION OUTLOOK”

MARCH, 2021

We are proud to be a UCANE member and wish to congratulate the Officers and Board who will lead UCANE in 2020.

1283 Washington Street • Weymouth, MA 02189 Tel: 508.690.2009 MARCH, 2021 MARCH, 2020

ININ CONSTRUCTION OUTLOOK” “BUY FROM FROM THE THEADVERTISERS ADVERTISERS CONSTRUCTION OUTLOOK”

105 73

THREADED RODS, STUDS & ANCHOR BOLTS Designed to be Used as Structural Supports in Concrete Foundations

Salutes UCANE on being the voice of our industry for 67 years. 85 Crescent Ave. • Chelsea, MA 02150 T: 781.289.7106 • F: 781.289.5661 www.rapidflowinc.com

Congratulations to UCANE on Celebrating 67 64 Years of Dedicated Service to the Underground Utility Industry! We Thank You for Your Continued Business! Bolts, Nuts, Screws, Studs, Rods, Anchors & Washers All Material Grades and Finishes Order Online! www.alliedbolt.com

800.877.2907

‘QUALITY AND SERVICE YOU CAN DEPEND ON’ Building Strong Relationships Since 1961 with an Expansive Quality Inventory, Exceptional Service and Valued Customer Appreciation

1020 Turnpike Street, Rte 138, Canton MA 02021

Biszko Contracting Corp. Congratulations to UCANE’s 2021 Officers and Board Members ~Michael Biszko

20 Development Street Fall River, MA 02721 106

T: 508.679.0518 F: 508.679.9144

“BUY FROM THE ADVERTISERS IN CONSTRUCTION OUTLOOK”

MARCH, 2021

to UCANE

celebrating 67 years of excellence serving the underground utility industry.

Jay Cashman, Inc. 549 South St. Quincy, MA 02169 617.890.0600

MARCH, 2021

We are proud to be a UCANE member, and will continue to support its goals.

“BUY FROM THE ADVERTISERS IN CONSTRUCTION OUTLOOK”

107

FROM TEAM EJP TO TEAM UCANE... We’re proud to be members and we salute this year’s officers and board!

“THANKS, UCANE!” 1-800-EJP-24HR EJPRESCOTT.COM

WATER, WASTEWATER & STORMWATER SOLUTIONS

Congratulations to the 2021 Officers and Board of Directors. With your guidance, UCANE will continue to take a leadership role in maintaining the economic growth of our industry

Massachusetts Ready Mix 80 Ayer Road • Littleton, MA 01460 978-742-4555 www.massreadymix.com

108

“BUY FROM THE ADVERTISERS IN CONSTRUCTION OUTLOOK”

MARCH, 2021

SINCE 1972

UCANE on celebrating 67 years of excellence serving the underground utility industry. TEL: (781) 293-2100 • (866) 982-2206 FAX: (781) 293-4791 www.liddellbrothers.com 600 Industrial Dr. • Halifax, MA 02338 MARCH, 2021

“BUY FROM THE ADVERTISERS IN CONSTRUCTION OUTLOOK”

109

WESTON & SAMPSON ENGINEERS, INC.

Wishes to congratulate UCANE’s 2021 Officers and Board

Umbro & Sons congratulates UCANE on celebrating 67 years of excellence serving the underground utility industry.

UNITED WE STAND! 55 Walkers Brook Dr., Suite 100 Reading, MA 01867 Tel: 978-532-1900 westonandampson.com

WE ARE PROUD TO BE A UCANE MEMBER Thank you for being the voice of our industry for 67 years.

SALES

SERVICE

Massachusetts 2181 Prov. Hwy Walpole, MA 02081 TF: 508.668.3112 P: 800.225.4808

PARTS

LEASING & RENTALS

NEW LOCATIONS:

Vermont

Connecticut

Rhode Island

New York

New Hampshire

Maine

New Jersey

www.AllegianceTrucks.com 110

“BUY FROM THE ADVERTISERS IN CONSTRUCTION OUTLOOK”

MARCH, 2021

Scituate Heavy Precast Division 120 Claypit Road, P.O. Box 636 Marshfield, MA 02050 1-800-440-0009

Scituate Concrete Pipe Division 1 Buckeye Lane, P.O. Box 870 Scituate, MA 02066 1-800-322-4488

www.scituatecompanies.com

Congratulations to UCANE’s 2021 Officers and Board of Directors OFFICERS President: President Elect: Treasurer: Secretary:

MARCH, 2021

“BUY FROM THE ADVERTISERS IN CONSTRUCTION OUTLOOK”

111

Congratulates UCANE on celebrating over 66 yearsUCANE of Congratulates professional excellence celebrating over to the 67 underground years of utility industry! professional excellence

We are Proud to be UCANE Members Thank you you for for Thank beingthe thevoice voice being of ofour ourindustry industryforfor 66 years. 67 years. CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR CO WORKER AND FRIEND AL MORTEO FOR ANOTHER GREAT ACHIEVEMENT!

WE WISH AL AND UCANE ALL THE BEST IN THE UPCOMING YEAR! THE STAFF OF FED CORP AND DEDHAM RECYCLED GRAVEL

to the underground 123 Ocean State Drive North Kingstown, RI 02852 800-554-4557 utility industry. www.oceanstateoil.com

ucane’s 2020 oFEENEY FFicersBROTHERS and board oF directors UTILITY SERVICES! to

Best wishesto toMarcella Maria Albanese all Best wishes Albanese and allthe theBoard BoardMembers Members PROUD UCANEand MEMBERS From your friends at

TO THE OFFICERS AND& BOARD Darmody, Merlino Co., LLP WHO WILL LEAD UCANE IN 2020

CONGRATULATIONS

CERTIFIED PUBLIC ACCOUNTANTS AND CONSULTANTS

Serving The Construction Industry Since 1938 75 Federal Street, Boston, Massachusetts 02110-1997 OFFICE 617.426.7300 • FAX 617.426.2245 THE SAFEST WAY WWW.DARMODYMERLINO.COM IS THE FEENEY WAY

112 THE FROM ADVERTISERS IN CONSTRUCTION OUTLOOK” OUTLOOK” MARCH, 2021 MARCH, 2020 “BUY FROM“BUY THE ADVERTISERS IN CONSTRUCTION 121 117

HUB International is proud to be a UCANE member and wishes to

Congratulate the 2021 Officers and Board

Directors. Good insurance and bonding supports you, guides you and empowers you. And so should a good broker.

Looking out for you. Looking aheadforyou. William L. Labbe, CPCU, CIC william.labbe@hubinternational.com (P) 508235-2208 (C) 508-944-4239 Carmine Cimetti, CSP, CRIS carmine.cimetti@hubinternational.com (P) 781792-3328 (C) 617-756-2766 Sharon E. Klopfenstein, CLCS, MLIS sharon,klopfenstein@hubinternational.com (C) 857-208-1723

hubinternational.com Risk & Insurance | Employee Benefits | Retirement & Private Wealth

Ready for tomorrow.

MARCH, 2021

“BUY FROM THE ADVERTISERS IN CONSTRUCTION OUTLOOK”

113

J.F. WHITE CONTRACTING COMPANY 10 BURR STREET• FRAMINGHAM, MASSACHUSETTS 01701-9020 TEL: (508) 879-4700 • FAX: (617) 454-1638 WWW.JFWHITE.COM

Congratulations to the Officers and Board of Directors of Utility Contractors’ Association of New England, Inc. Your Continued Dedication to the Utility Construction Industry is Appreciated by All.

Congratulates UCANE on celebrating 67 years of excellence serving the underground utility industry. We are proud to be a UCANE member and will continue to support its goals. Greg Antonelli • GTA Co., Inc. 140 Tremont Street • Everett, MA 02149 Tel: 617.389.2800 • Fax: 617.389.0981

114

“BUY FROM THE ADVERTISERS IN CONSTRUCTION OUTLOOK”

MARCH, 2021

InternatIonal UnIon of operatIng engIneers local 4

Wishes to Congratulate the 2021 Officers and Board of the Utility Contractors’ Association of New England, Inc. William D. McLaughlin, Business Manager Michael J. Bowes, President David F. Shea, Jr., Vice President Christopher T. Fogarty, Recording Secretary Paul C. DiMinico, Financial Secretary David F. Fantini, Treasurer Business Representatives Michael J. Bowes Robert A. Burr Paul C. DiMinico David D. Dobson, Jr. David F. Fantini Christopher T. Fogarty David F. Shea, Jr. Organizer/Legislative Representative Christopher L. Carey Training Coordinator Michael J. Carey

MARCH, 2021

“BUY FROM THE ADVERTISERS IN CONSTRUCTION OUTLOOK”

115

WE ARE

WALSH

CONSTRUCTION Congratulations UCANE on celebrating 67 years of excellence serving the underground utility industry.

We are proud to be a UCANE member and will continue to support its goals.

WALSH CONSTRUCTION 100 RIVER RIDGE DRIVE I SUITE 103 NORWOOD, MASSACHUSETTS 02062 P:781.793.9988 I F: 781.828.3804

WWW.WALSHGROUP.COM @THEBIGGREENW

Aon Aon Construction Services Group

Michael Scott, Jason Wren, Mark Toglia, Mark Herendeen, Todd MacDermott and David Risko at Aon Construction Services Group Congratulate You!

2019 Officers and Board of Directors Utility Contractors Association Of New England, Inc. We believe in the commitments that empower results Risk. Reinsurance. Human Resources.

116

“BUY FROM THE ADVERTISERS IN CONSTRUCTION OUTLOOK”

MARCH, 2021

CONGRATULATIONS

to UCANE’s Officers and Board as they meet the challenges of the new year.

★ ★ ★

★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★

A. Andreassi & Son, Inc. 508-384-2193

869 Eastern Avenue Malden, MA 02148 T: 781-322-1238 F: 781-322-0739 www.fwwebb.com

WE ARE PROUD TO BE UCANE MEMBERS Thank you for being the voice of our industry for over six decades.

MARCH, 2021

“BUY FROM THE ADVERTISERS IN CONSTRUCTION OUTLOOK”

117

Congratulations Best wishes to UCANE's 2021 2020 Officers and Board of Directors including: Marcella Albanese, Ryan McCourt, Brian Cooney and Chris Valenti.

We applaud your dedication and commitment in maintaining the economic growth of the industry. CONTACT US:

A L B A N Y

B O S T O N

C H I C A G O

H A R T F O R D

M A N C H E S T E R

N E W

Y O R K

P R O V I D E N C E

Congratulations UCANE on Celebrating 66 Years of Excellence Serving the Underground Utility Industry!

• Utility Infrastructure • Waste Water Treatment Systems • Sitework for Commercial & Residential Developments • Seawalls and Rock Revetments

New Plymouth Headquarters: 11 Cantor Court, Plymouth South Dennis Location: 15 Diamonds Path, South Dennis 508.398.1811 / WWW.CCCONSTRUCTION.NET

118

“BUY FROM THE ADVERTISERS IN CONSTRUCTION OUTLOOK”

MARCH, 2021

Salutes UCANE on being the voice of our Industry for over six decades.

www.woodcomachinery.com

22 North Maple Street Woburn, MA 01801 781-935-3377

Massachusetts Woburn Avon Corporate Headquarters 140 Wales Avenue 22 North Maple Street Avon, MA 02322 Woburn, MA 01801 Phone: 508-584-8484 Congratulations to the Phone: 781-935-3377 2021

Officers and Board of Directors With your guidance, UCANE will continue to take a leadership role in maintaining the economic growth of our industry.

MAROIS BROTHERS, INC.

www.woodcomachinery.com

SITE DEVELOPMENT CONTRACTORS 115 Blackstone River Rd., Worcester, MA 01607 (508) 791-8134

Congratulations to the 2021 UCANE Officers

Marcella Albanese Brian Cooney Chris Valenti Ryan McCourt and Board Members Your continued commitment and dedication to our industry deeply appreciated. Direct is to the equipment fueling of construction equipment

~Mark O’Leary

MARCH, 2021

“BUY FROM THE ADVERTISERS IN CONSTRUCTION OUTLOOK”

119

Rho Joh 60 Joh Pho

We salute UCANE on being the voice Massachusetts of our industry for 67 years. Woburn

Salutes UCANE on being the voice of our Industry for over six decades.

www.woodcomachinery.com

22 North Maple Street Woburn, MA 01801 Lorusso Heavy Equipment LLC 781-935-3377 160 Elm Street • Walpole, MA 02081

www.woodcomachinery.com

Phone: 508-660-7600 • Fax: 508-660-7614 www.lhequip.com

Umbro &Avon Sons Corporate Headquarters 140 Wales Avenue congratulates 22 North Maple Street Avon, MA 02322 UCANE on celebrating Woburn, MA 01801 Phone: 508-584-8484 66 years of excellence Phone: 781-935-3377 serving the underground utility industry. Congratulates UCANE on celebrating 67 years of professional excellence serving the underground utility industry. We are proud to be a UCANE member, and will continue to support its goals.

Congratulations to the 2020 Officers and Board of Directors. With your guidance, UCANE will continue to take a leadership role in maintaining the economic growth of our industry 130 Liberty Street 30 UnitLake 13A Street Brockton,MA MA 02056 02301 Norfolk,

(C): 508-328-2819 (O): 508-510-5208 508-528-5949 (F): 508-528-5943 rsaccone@rfscontracting.com www.rfscontracting.com

120 88

SDO WBE CERTIFIED

“BUY FROM ININ CONSTRUCTION OUTLOOK” FROM THE THEADVERTISERS ADVERTISERS CONSTRUCTION OUTLOOK”

MARCH, 2021 MARCH, 2020

Rho Joh 60 Joh Pho

WE ARECOPROUD TO BE A UCANE MEMBER! NGRATULATIONS TO JOHN OUR AND THE

UCANE BOARD OF DIRECTORS THANK YOU FOR BEING THE VOICE OF OUR IDUSTRY FOR OVER SIX DECADES.

W. Walsh Company INC. 32 Walton St., Attleboro, MA 02703 Tel. 508-226-4300 • Fax 508-226-8449 wwalsh.com

Cleaning and Cement Mortar Lining of Water Mains

Cleaning and Cement Mortar Lining of Water Mains Temporary Potable Water Bypass installations Temporary Potable Water Bypass Installations

Congratulations to the 2021 Officers & Board of Directors With your guidance, UCANE will continue to take a leadership role in maintaining the economic growth of our industry.

CONGRATULATIONS to the Utility Contractors Association’s 2014 Officers and Board of Directors

www.miltoncat.com

MARCH, 2021

“BUY FROM THE ADVERTISERS IN CONSTRUCTION OUTLOOK”

121

2018 commemorative ad.pdf 1 3/1/2018 2:26:26 PM

Congratulations Best Wishes to UCANE’s

to the 2021 Officers 2018 Officers and and Board Boardof ofDirectors. Directors C

Your hard and integrity Bestwork Wishes to has been instrumental in bringing Dan Horgan our message to elected officials and

From your friends at: the public.

Years of Excellence 1954-2021

UCANE would like to thank all of our members and friends

CMY

for their kind words

and ongoing support of our magazine and our Association!

Congratulations We are proud to be a UCANE member since 1968 and we wish to congratulate Marcella Albanese and the Officers and Board who will lead UCANE in 2021.

J. D’Amico, Inc. Nick Biello

Jim D’Amico

Anthony D’Amico Jim Baker

10 York Ave. • Randolph, MA 02368 Tel: (781) 961-3700 • Fax: (781) 986-4667 • E-Mail: nick@jdamico.com

122

“BUY FROM THE ADVERTISERS IN CONSTRUCTION OUTLOOK”

MARCH, 2021

Commemorative Issue Congratulatory Ads Aggregate Industries - N. E. Region........................71 Albanese Brothers, Inc............................................69 Albanese D&S, Inc..................................................99 Allegiance Trucks.................................................. 110 Allied Bolt & Screw Corp.......................................106 American Shoring Inc..............................................73 A. Andreassi & Son, Inc......................................... 117 Aon Construction Services Group......................... 116 Aqua Line Utility, Inc. ............................................105 Baltazar Contractors, Inc.........................................96 Barletta Heavy Division...........................................88 Belco Fuel Company Inc.........................................82 A. R. Belli, Inc..........................................................79 Benevento Companies............................................72 Biszko Contracting Corp........................................106 Boro Sand & Stone Corp.........................................98 Dennis K. Burke, Inc................................................88 C&S Insurance Agency.........................................121 C. C. Construction, Inc.......................................... 118 C. J. P. & Sons Const. Co., Inc..............................102 Jay Cashman, Inc..................................................107 CleanBasins, Inc.....................................................92 Celco Construction Corp.........................................84 Concrete Systems, Inc............................................91 Core & Main............................................................90 Cullen, Murphy & Co., P. C......................................94 Dagle Electrical Construction Corp.........................82 J. D’Amico, Inc......................................................122 DeSanctis Insurance Agency, Inc..........................104 Darmody Merlino & Co., LLP................................. 112 DeFelice Corporation..............................................76 EJ............................................................................98 Eastern States Insurance Agency, Inc.....................74 Eastpoint Lasers, LLC.............................................86 T. L. Edwards, Inc....................................................94 Equipment East.....................................................101 Eversource Energy................................................ 117 FED. CORP........................................................... 112 Feeney Brothers Utility Services.............................74 Ferguson Waterworks.............................................72 W. L. French Excavating Corp.................................83 GTA Co., Inc.......................................................... 114 GVC Construction, Inc.............................................97 Gagliarducci Construction, Inc................................92 Genalco, Inc..........................................................100 P. Gioioso & Sons, Inc.............................................78 L. Guerini Group, Inc...............................................90 I. W. Harding Construction Co., Inc.........................84 Hilb New England....................................................90 Hinckley Allen LLP................................................. 118 HUB International New England............................ 113 Iron Haulers Inc.......................................................76 IUOE Local 4......................................................... 115 K & K Excavation Co., Inc.....................................104 P. J. Keating Company............................................89

MARCH, 2021

L & L Concrete Products, Inc...................................86 Lawrence-Lynch Corp........................................... 112 Liddell Brothers, Inc...............................................109 Lorusso Corporation................................................96 Lorusso Heavy Equipment, LLC............................120 MacKay Construction Services, Inc.........................86 Marois Brothers, Inc.............................................. 119 Massachusetts Highway Association......................75 Massachusetts Ready Mix LLC.............................108 McCourt Construction Company.............................68 Milton CAT.............................................................121 National Water Main Cleaning Co.........................103 Norfolk/Bristol/Middlesex Highway Association.......85 North East Shoring Equipment, LLC.......................76 Northwestern Mutual...............................................93 Ocean State Oil.......................................................92 Robert B. Our Co., Inc.............................................72 R. M. Pacella, Inc....................................................80 Pawtucket Hot Mix Asphalt......................................77 Podgurski Corp........................................................84 J. A. Polito & Sons Inc...........................................100 Power Line Contractors, Inc....................................94 E. J. Prescott, Inc..................................................108 H. R. Prescott & Sons, Inc.......................................98 Putnam Pipe Corp...................................................82 RFS Corp..............................................................120 RJV Construction Corp............................................68 Rain for Rent-New England.....................................81 SPS New England, Inc..........................................102 The Scituate Companies....................................... 111 Scrap-It, Inc./Minichiello Bros., Inc..........................70 Shea Concrete Products, Inc..................................68 Skanska USA Civil...................................................95 Stiles Company, Inc.................................................96 Sunbelt Rentals.......................................................76 Taylor Oil Company............................................... 119 Tonry Insurance Group, Inc.....................................70 Travelers................................................................102 Umbro & Sons Construction Corp......................... 110 United Concrete Products.......................................87 Vacuum Excavation, Inc........................................106 WES Construction Corp..........................................78 W. Walsh Company, Inc........................................121 Walsh Construction Company............................... 116 Walsh Contracting Corp........................................120 F. W. Webb Company............................................ 117 Weston & Sampson Engineers, Inc....................... 110 J. F. White Contracting Co..................................... 114 R. H. White Construction Co., Inc.........................122 C. N. Wood Company, Inc.......................................80 Woodco Machinery, Inc......................................... 119 The Zanelli Enterprise, Inc......................................88 Tim Zanelli Excavating LLC...................................100 R. Zoppo Corp.........................................................78

“BUY FROM THE ADVERTISERS IN CONSTRUCTION OUTLOOK”

123

E.H. Perkins Construction, Inc. & Subsidiaries P.O. Box 301, Wayland, MA 01778 (508) 358-6161 • (781) 890-6505

-PLANT LOCATIONSQUINN-PERKINS S & G CO. Burlington (781) 272-0200 PANDOLF-PERKINS CO. Sterling (978) 422-8812 • (800) 339-3389 KANE-PERKINS CO. Hudson (978) 562-3436 • (800) 287-3436 GRAVEL • SAND • STONE FILL AND LOAM BITUMINOUS CONCRETE (PAVING) READY-MIX CONCRETE PRECAST CONCRETE PRODUCTS

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer

124

Advertisers’ Index ATS Equipment, Inc. .............................................................10 American Shoring, Inc........................................ Ins. Back Cvr. B2W Software........................................................................52 Badger Daylighting................................................................44 BakerCorp.............................................................................. 11 Benevento Companies..........................................................54 Boro Sand & Stone Corp.......................................................57 Brennan Consulting...............................................................61 Dennis K. Burke, Inc..............................................................54 C&S Insurance Agency..........................................................36 Concrete Systems, Inc...........................................................24 Core & Main.............................................................................4 Cumberland Quarry Corp......................................................39 Dagle Electrical Construction Corp.......................................18 Darmody, Merlino & Co., LLP................................................54 Dedham Recycled Gravel......................................................58 DeSanctis Insurance Agency, Inc. .......................................13 Dig Safe System, Inc.............................................................55 The Driscoll Agency...............................................................62 Eastpoint Lasers, LLC...........................................................56 T. L. Edwards, Inc..................................................................52 Ferguson Waterworks............................................................31 Genalco, Inc.............................................................................9 Gorilla Hydraulic Breakers.....................................................31 L. Guerini Group, Inc..............................................................58 Hinckley Allen LLP.................................................................14 Hydrograss Technologies Inc................................................49 Industrial Safety & Rescue....................................................61 JESCO...................................................................................15 P. J. Keating Company...........................................................30 P. A. Landers, Inc...................................................................52 Lawrence-Lynch Corp............................................................60 Lorusso Corp.........................................................................19 Lorusso Heavy Equipment, LLC............................................46 Mabbett & Associates, Inc.......................................................8 Mass Broken Stone Company...............................................49 Milton CAT...............................................................Back Cover NSI Contracting ....................................................................56 National Grid..........................................................................16 National Trench Safety............................................................2 Norfolk Power Equipment, Inc...............................................43 North American Crane & Rigging LLC..................................48 North East Shoring Equipment, LLC.....................................50 Northwestern Mutual..............................................................58 Ocean State Oil......................................................................25 Palmer Paving Corp...............................................................62 Pawtucket Hot Mix Asphalt....................................................29 E. H. Perkins Construction Co., Inc..................................... 124 Podgurski Corp......................................................................56 E. J. Prescott, Inc................................................Ins. Front Cvr. Putnam Pipe Corporation......................................................57 Rain For Rent-New England..................................................38 Read Custom Soils................................................................60 Ritchie Bros. Auctioneers......................................................26 Rodman Ford Sales, Inc........................................................20 Schmidt Equipment, Inc...........................................................1 Scituate Concrete Products Corp..........................................42 Scrap-It, Inc............................................................................53 Shea Concrete Products, Inc. . .............................................12 SITECH New England............................................................40 Starkweather & Shepley Ins. Brokerage, Inc........................34 Taylor Oil Company...............................................................19 United Concrete Products.....................................................50 United Rentals Trench Safety................................................28 Watertown Ford Commercial.................................................47 Webster One Source.............................................................60 C. N. Wood Co., Inc. ...............................................................6 Woodco Machinery, Inc.........................................................22

“BUY FROM THE ADVERTISERS IN CONSTRUCTION OUTLOOK”

MARCH, 2021

• We can provide you with the world’s largest or smallest trench box or shoring system • Get high production numbers while keeping your workers safe • We will show you how with our on-site supervision. • Contact us for the world’s very best shoring

SALES RENTALS SERVICE REPAIRS TRADE-INS RECERTIFICATION

• We will deliver on time, every time. We’ll bring it with our fleet of trucks; where you want it, E when you want it, EVERYTIM • We have been told by our customers that “no one beats our service” So don’t take our word for it, just ask the people who use our product

See Our Entire Line Call for Catalogs

Factory & Corporate Office: 207 LAKE STREET (Route 32) NEWBURGH, NY, 12550

1.845.562.4477

Call us for local Metropolitan New York, New Jersey and Connecticut Inquiries.

Factory Direct Stores: For New England: Maine, Vermont, New Hampshire and Western NY State

Call our Boston area location: 283 E Cherry Street Shrewsbury, MA 01545

1.508.842.2822

For the Mid- Atlantic Region: Eastern Pa, So. Jersey, Delaware, Maryland and Virginia

Slide System with Portable Safety Rail Installed

Call our Baltimore area location: 506 Pulaski Highway Joppa, MD 21085

1.443.313.3461

Or Phone us Toll Free from anywhere:

1-800-407-4674

HS 9 T . 9 ON

036 M

Let’s talk size for a minute. Cat® small excavators can handle smaller jobs or space-constrained applications at a low cost per hour. That means more productive and more profitable jobs. And now, you can take advantage of the latest offer for these machines and get big savings – a low financing rate to lower your payments and free up cash. Small excavators. Big savings. Exactly the right size for you.

Includes a 3 year / 1,500 hour Customer Value Agreement (CVA) –

Includes a 3 year / 3,000 hour Extended Protection Plan –

genuine CAT parts (oils not included) for all recommended maintenance intervals delivered right to your shop or job site.

covering Hydraulics, Technology and Powertrain.

Call your sales representative or nearest location. Milford, MA 100 Quarry Drive (508) 634-3400

North Reading, MA 84 Concord Street (978) 276-2400

Scarborough, ME 16 Pleasant Hill Road (207) 883-9586

Londonderry, NH 30 Industrial Drive (603) 665-4500 miltoncat.com

Construction Outlook March 2021

Articles inside

Legislative Update

Spotlight on Cape Cod

UCANE’s 2021 Scholarship Applications Now Available

In Memoriam

Public Works Pipeline

Safety Corner

Under the Hard Hat with UCANE’s Officers and Board Members

IN THIS ISSUE