The Canadian construction industry needs more innovation. In 2009, Canadian Construction Association (CCA) released a report on research and innovation in construction and found the nation was falling far short of innovation goals, preventing the industry from realizing its full potential.
June 2016
SEH
Keeping America Moving
Owned by its valued employees, Short Elliott Hendrickson Inc. – known to many of its clients as SEH® – is a company on a mission: Building a Better World for All of Us®.
Noritz America
Bringing Tankless Water Heaters to North America
We all know the frustration of standing in the shower, shivering with cold because the rest of the family ran through all the hot water. Noritz America offers a solution to this common dilemma. The company’s tankless water heaters heat water on demand, so that you always have hot water when you want it. When there is no demand for hot water, the system simply turns off, saving money and resources – a win for consumers and for the environment.
DECCO
Partnership, Excellence, Ethics, and Commitment
DECCO has been delivering mechanical contracting services to New England since 1934. Known for its quality and innovation, the Brookline, New Hampshire, based business specializes in utility piping installation, process and laboratory plumbing, specialty gas and chemical piping installation, turnkey tool/equipment installation, and a wide range of support services.
Reiner Group
Over Eighty Years of Comfort
For over eighty years, Reiner Group Inc. has been installing and maintaining commercial and residential heating and air conditioning systems to keep customers comfortable. The comprehensive heating and air conditioning contractor also performs related engineering, electrical and plumbing work to support its HVAC projects. We spoke with Vice President Tony Gasparovich to learn more.
Construction Sites and the Public
Playing it Safe
Many facilities cannot afford to cease operations while construction work is taking place, making coordination of projects a must. Tackling a large-scale construction project, such as a renovation or addition to an existing structure in spaces occupied by the public presents challenges. However, many parameters can – and should – be addressed far in advance.
Olsson Roofing
A Century of Skill
Based in Aurora, Illinois, Olsson Roofing is one of the leading roofing contractors in the U.S. Although it has been in operation for over one hundred years, the last few have seen incredible growth due to its new foray into furthering to develop its sheet metal division. It is also one of the safest companies for which to work and has an employee retention rate that is the envy of the industry.
Welliver
Building a Strong Family Firm
Welliver is a family-run construction firm originally founded in 1898 in Ridgebury, Pennsylvania. The company does construction for both private and public sector clients, primarily in New York state and northern Pennsylvania. In the past, it has also worked on projects in Ohio and North Carolina.
HAKS
25 Years of Success
HAKS is celebrating a quarter century in business and has come a very long way since it was founded by Indian immigrant Husam Ahmad. Ahmad arrived in Queens, New York with a background in civil engineering and a dream of creating his own company…
Strategies for Safety in Construction
Celebrating Safety
A strong housing and construction market are key indicators of economic wellbeing as they are reflective of healthy levels of employment and consumer confidence. Growth in the construction market drives additional demand for workers and materials, further reinforcing the strength of the economy in the process.
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