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FEATURES 14 CAM 62nd Annual Doubles Classic Tournament Recap 16 CAM Labor Program Presents a ‘Right to Work’ Breakfast Symposium 18 SUSTAIN|ABILITY

34 Amalio Fills a Tall Order at Cobo Center CONSTRUCTION HIGHLIGHT

City of Highland Park’s First Municipal Solar Street Light… a Community Collaboration

20 CAM 2012 Annual Report, 127th Annual Meeting & Tradeshow Recap

40 University of Detroit Mercy: A Campus on the Move The Monahan Company and TMP Architecture Construct a New Fitness Center

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Industry News Safety Tool Kit Marketing on the Level Product Showcase People in Construction/Corporate News Construction Calendar CAM Welcomes New Members Advertisers Index

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INDUSTRY NEWS Decorative Concrete Council Announces Winners of Decorative Concrete Awards The Decorative Concrete Council, a specialty council of the American Society of Concrete Contractors, St. Louis, MO, has announced the winners of its fifth annual Decorative Concrete Awards competition.

The winners were recognized at a ceremony at the World of Concrete, Las Vegas, in February 2013.

The winners are: • Cast-In-Place Stamped, Over 5000 SF, 1st Place, Edwards Concrete Co., Winter Garden, FL for Phillips Toyota • Cast-In-Place Stamped, Under 5000 SF, 1st Place, Salzano Custom Concrete, Centreville, VA for Manassas Residence • Cast-In-Place Stamped, Under 5000 SF, 2ndPlace, Salzano Custom Concrete, Centreville, VA for Centreville Residence • Graphics, Under 5000 SF, 1st Place, Hyde Concrete, Annapolis, MD for Spice 6 • Polished, Over 5,000 SF, 1st Place, T.B. Penick & Sons, Inc., San Diego, CA for P742 BEQ Coronado Naval Base • Polished, Over 5000 SF, 2nd Place, Creative Construction by Design/Surface Tech, Danville, IL for Blue Line Lower Level • Polished, Under 5000 SF, 1st Place, Rosebud Concrete, Myerstown, PA for The Susquehanna River Lodge • Overlays Under ¼”, Over 5000 SF, 1stPlace, Honestone, Tuggerah, New South Wales, Australia for St. Barnabas Church • Overlays Under ¼”, Under 5000 SF, 1st Place, Salzano Custom Concrete, Centreville, VA for Haverhill Apartments • Overlays Under ¼”, Under 5000 SF, 2nd Place, Concrete Mystique Engraving, Nashville, TN for Lance Residence • Overlays ¼” - 2”, Over 5,000 SF, 1st Place,Sundek of Washington, Chantilly, VA for Cameron Grove Resort & Retirement Center • Overlays¼” - 2”, Under 5,000 SF, 1st Place,Concrete Mystique Engraving, Nashville, TN for Bullard Residence • Overlays ¼” - 2”, Under 5,000 SF, 2nd Place, Sundek of Illinois, Rolling Meadows, IL for Mooncotch Residence • Cast-in-Place Special Finishes, Over 5000 SF, 1st Place, T.B. Penick& Sons, Inc., San Diego, CA for Myriad Gardens and Belarde Company, Woodinville, WA for East Bay Public Plaza • Cast-in-Place Special Finishes, Under 5000 SF, 1st Place, Tom Ralston Concrete, Santa Cruz, CA, for Pleasure Point Geo Strata Terraces • Cast-in-Place Special Finishes, Under 5000 SF, 2nd Place, New England, Hardscapes, Inc., Acton, MA for Olinger Residence • Vertical Application, Over 5000 SF, 1st Place, GernerKronick + Valcarcel, Architects, PC, New York, NY for TEN23 • Vertical Application, Over 5000 SF, 2nd Place, Honestone,Tuggerah, New South Wales, Australia for St. Barnabas Church • Vertical Application, Under 5000 SF, 1st Place, LAVADA Inc., Brooklyn, NY for Robusta Espresso Bar • Concrete Artistry, Under 5000 SF, 1st Place, New England Hardscapes, Inc., Acton, MA for Olinger Residence • Concrete Artistry, Under 5000 SF, 2nd Place, Concrete Mystique

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Engraving, Nashville, TN for Hite Residence • Countertops, 1st Place, Hyde Concrete, Annapolis, MD for Schutt Residence • Countertops, 2nd Place, Brooks Construction Services, Inc., Sioux Falls, SD for Dining with the Stars • Multiple Applications, Over 5000 SF, 1st Place,T.B. Penick& Sons, Inc., San Diego, CA for Reunion Trails • Multiple Applications, Over 5000 SF, 2nd Place, Belarde Company, Woodinville, WA for East Bay Public Plaza • Multiple Applications, Under 5000 SF, 1st Place, Cornerstone Decorative Concrete, Fennville, MI for Hudsonville Winery / Pike 51 Brewery • Multiple Applications, Under 5000 SF, 2nd Place, Artistic Concrete Surfaces, Olathe, KS for Holton Residence • Stained, Under 5000 SF, 1st Place, Hyde Concrete, Annapolis, MD for Spice 6 • Stained, Under 5000 SF, 2nd Place, TODDRose Decorative Concrete, Inc., Lincoln, NE for Defy Gravity • Honorable Mention, Creative Construction by Design, Danville, IL for Pine Crest Elementary School San Diego’s New Central Library by Morley Construction, Santa Monica, CA won the WOW! Award for best overall project.

The entries were judged by Rebecca Wasieleski, Concrete Contractor; Bob Harris, Decorative Concrete Institute; Chris Sullivan, Chemsystems, Inc.; and Michael Paul, Duffield & Associates. The Decorative Concrete Council is composed of contractors, manufacturers and suppliers of decorative concrete products. The Council is dedicated to improving the technical and business expertise of the contractors that pursue this specialty market.

ASCC Elects Officers and Directors Mike Poppoff, Poppoff, Inc., Moxee, WA has been elected president of the American Society of Concrete Contractors, St. Louis, MO, for 2013-2014. Scott Anderson, Houston, TX; Rocky Geans, Mishawaka, IN; Chris Plue, San Mateo, CA and Thomas Zinchiak, Woodbine, MD were elected vice presidents. Keith Wayne, Kannapolis, NC was re-elected secretary/treasurer. Mario Garza, Southfield, MI; Heston Hamilton, Orem, UT and Jason Swagert, Apex, NC were elected as new directors. Anthony DeCarlo, Jr., Cincinnati, OH; Ray Merlo, Milford, MI; Peter Ruttura, West Babylon NY and David Somero, New Ipswich, NH were re-elected as directors.

The Decorative Concrete Council, a specialty council of the ASCC, re-elected Chris Klemaske, T.B. Penick & Sons Inc., San Diego, CA, as council director. Paul Schneider, Cincinnati, OH, was re-elected secretary/treasurer. Stevie Ray Lloyd, Forest, VA; Neil Roach, Danville, IL and Chris Sullivan, Littleton, CO were elected as new directors.

Nick Adams, Cleveland, OH; John Belarde, Woodenville, WA; Clark Branum, Marysville, WA; Tim Fisher, Louisville, CO; Marshall Hoskins, Columbia, SC; Dionne Hutchings Ojeda, Dallas, TX; Gregory Hyde Hryniewicz, Annapolis, MD; Jim Mullins, Naperville, IL; Kevin Percy, Walpole, MA; Rob Sousa, East Providence, RI; and Wes Vollmer, San Antonio, TX were re-elected as directors of the DCC Advisory Council.

The ASCC Safety and Risk Management Council re-elected Steve Pereira, Professional Safety Associates, Denham Springs, LA as council director, and Scott Winkler, Hamilton, OH as secretary/treasurer. Gavin Banks, Santa Monica, CA and Doug Peters, Lansing, MI, were elected new directors. Bill Bramschreiber, Pasadena, CA; Janet Greco, West Babylon, NY; Mike Schneider, Monroe, OH; and Ken Sullivan, Boston, MA were re-elected directors.

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Mike Ferguson, Multiquip, Inc., Carson, CA, was re-elected council director of the Manufacturer’s Advisory Council, and Jeremy Clark, Chicago, IL has been re-elected as secretary/treasurer. Malcolm Smith, Marietta, GA and Jeff Snyder, York, PA were elected new members of the Council. Jay Allen, Paragould, AR and Michael Schaeffer, Little Ferry, NJ were re-elected directors.

The ASCC is a non-profit organization dedicated to enhancing the capabilities of those who build with concrete, and to providing them a unified voice in the construction industry. Members include concrete contracting firms, manufacturers, suppliers and others interested in the concrete industry such as architects, specifiers and distributors.

There are approximately 475 member companies in the United States and eight foreign countries. For more information visit the web site at www.ascconline.org.

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New Detroit Inc. Elects New Officers and Board Members New Detroit, Inc., the nonprofit race relations coalition, elected two new officers and eight new board members at its annual meeting. New officers include: Cheryl P. Johnson, Chief Executive Officer of Coalition on Temporary Shelter (COTS) as Vice Chair; and Kevin Prokop, Partner of Rockbridge Growth Equity, LLC as Vice Chair.

Additionally, several officers were re-elected: William S. Taubman, Chief Operating Officer of Taubman Centers, Inc. as Chairman; Hassan Jaber, Executive Director of ACCESS as Secretary/Treasurer; and Shirley R. Stancato, New Detroit’s President and CEO. “The blend of experience, expertise and passion the new officers and members bring to the board will be important as we pursue our mission of addressing issues related to race relations in the region,” said Shirley Stancato, New Detroit’s President and CEO.

The eight new Board Members include: • Antoine Garibaldi, Ph.D., President, University of Detroit Mercy • Ken Harris, President and CEO, Michigan Black Chamber of Commerce, Inc. • Sylvia Morin, Senior Vice President and Regional Business Manager, Charter One/RBS Citizens • Blair Person, President and CEO, Lewis & Munday, P.C. • Eric E. Peterson, Vice President, General Motors Company • Todd Sachse, President, Sachse Construction Company • Prasanna Vengadam, Founder & President, South Asian American Voices for Impact (SAAVI) • Randal E. Williams, Regional Vice President, AAA of Michigan New Detroit, Inc. is a coalition of leaders from civil rights and advocacy organizations, human services, health and community organizations, business, labor, foundations, education, media and clergy. It is a private, non-profit, tax-exempt organization. New Detroit’s mission is to serve as the metropolitan Detroit leadership organization working to identify and eliminate racial disparities in the region by building economic equity, social justice and racial understanding. For more information visit: www.newdetroit.org.

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onstruction industry veteran, William E. Korte, passed away February 16, 2013 in Daytona, FL. In his lifetime, Mr. Korte was past president of the AGCDetroit Chapter; president of the Maurice V. Rogers Company; a former CAM/Builders Exchange member; and served on numerous bargaining committees for the industry he loved. Late in his career, Mr. Korte and his son Bill joined Frank Rewold and Son, Inc., Rochester, where Mr. Korte stayed until his permanent retirement in Tennessee and Florida.

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At-Risk Behavior: Is This Your “Weekend Warrior” Profile?

By Doug Henderson hen you leave the construction site and head home to become the “weekend warrior,” does your mindset about safety change? Are you leaving behind the training that keeps you and your coworkers safe while working? Does task planning apply at home or do you rush through weekend projects using potentially dangerous shortcuts? If this sounds like you, I urge you to take a step back and evaluate your planning and safety precautions.

Let’s take a look at an example. You’re the foreman of a framing crew with 15 years of experience. You have had countless hours of safety courses, including the 30-Hour OSHA training. You’re married, a father of two, 34years-old and in pretty good health. You coach your son’s T-ball team and actively participate with your daughter’s swim team. Busy? No doubt about it.

Now, let’s look at a “weekend warrior” scenario. It’s Saturday morning and you need to trim some trees in the backyard for an upcoming barbeque with your friends and coworkers. Currently, the trees hang over your neighbor’s fence and won’t be an easy task.

Once you’ve assessed the situation, some simple planning needs to take place. Simple planning is what you’ll need here to make this task safe and timely. Simple planning!!

First, create a checklist of tools that you’ll need: A tall extension ladder, a sharp pruning saw and something to tie the ladder to the tree. At work, proper tools are always on hand for the tasks being performed. At home, this may not be the case. For that one time task or for that seldom- used tool, we’ll borrow a tool or improvise. Taking shortcuts with your tools and equipment could be a regrettable choice that leads right to the emergency room.

Once you have the proper tools, keep safety in mind. For much of your tree-trimming task, you will need an extension ladder and a pruning saw while standing on the ladder.

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MIOSHA courses, but what about the pruning saw? A quick look at the manufacturer’s suggested safety rules is one more easy way to stay safe.

Now that you have the tools and know how to use them correctly, turn to Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). You’re familiar with this term. PPE is required to be used at the construction site every day. So why don’t we always use it at home? We need to protect ourselves just as we do on the construction site.

To trim the trees, you’ll need safety glasses or a shield, leather gloves for your hands, proper clothing (long pants and long sleeve shirt tucked in), and hearing protection. If you don’t have PPE at home, head to the store to purchase it. It’s a worthwhile investment.

During your weekend projects, remember your on-the-job safety culture. You take many precautions at work to protect yourself and the same applies for tasks at home. Don’t be the person that falls short and becomes a medical and insurance statistic that we unfortunately hear about all too frequently.

The focus here is taking your safety habits home with you each and every day. Your coworkers and family need you to be safe and injury-free. Careful planning and smart thinking can reduce the risks that we take as the “weekend warriors.” Work safely. You’re important!

Doug Henderson is safety director at Sachse Construction. He has worked in the construction industry for more than 35 years and has a strong interest in planning and making sure work is completed safely. Doug can be reached at dhenderson@sachse.net.

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In fact, the success rates of new product introductions and innovations have improved little over the last 20 years. Booz & Company reports 66% of new products fail within two years, and Doblin Group says a startling 96% of all innovations fail to return their cost of capital.

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points of prospects so that the product can be positioned as the solution to that pain. This is the part of marketing that takes research, time, and in‐depth thinking. No pain, no sale.

4. Reach the Audience Typically, no singular marketing tactic will achieve the brand awareness needed for the launch of a new product or service. In a business‐to‐business environment, a targeted campaign with multiple channels is the best strategy. Each launch calls for its own “recipe” of tactics. As a full‐service marketing company, we guide our clients to the tactics that will serve the launch best. Typically included are press releases, advertising in trade publications, tradeshow materials, sales presentations and websites / digital initiatives.

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Leverage the initial investment with ads or press releases that feature testimonials of initial clients.

Be patient. Building awareness of new products and services takes time. It is worth the cost, though. You never know when the next recession is going to hit.

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DOUBLES CLASSIC BOWLING TOURNAMENT

CAM 62nd Annual Doubles Classic Tournament Recap ongratulations go out to Ron McAuliffe and Jeff Perrin, Representing Clean Air Technology of Canton, for winning the 62nd Annual CAM Men's Doubles Classic with a score of 1440.

This year Ron and Jeff beat a field of 360 and won the tournament by 87 pins.

This annual event was held on February 23rd at Thunderbowl Lanes in Allen Park.

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assignments at 10:30 a.m. Competition in this tournament was guided by each participant’s highest USBC Average, as listed in the 2011-2012 Yearbook. Each team received a handicap of 100% of the difference from 400. The prize check ratio this year was 1-4, with low in the money at 1254. Each team was also given one deck of playing cards, compliments of the CAM Doubles Committee.

This year’s tournament highlights included two High Games of 299. Each by Tom Joseph, bowling with Diversified Construction, and Scott McClue who bowls in the CAM Evening League at Astro Lanes in Madison Heights. Scott also rolled the Tournament High Series of 818 on games of 253-299-266. Close behind Scott was Paul Szumny, also with Clean Air Technology, with a 781 series and Tom Joseph’s 780.

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Tournament bowling began promptly at Noon and was followed by a buffet dinner in the Thunderbowl dining hall.

Later, Tournament Director Ron Mitzel, of The Mitzel Agency, began the awards ceremony and the door prize drawings. Mitzel expressed his deep thanks to all of the companies that donated a total of 88 door prizes to the event. The donated prizes are always a highlight of this tournament, and because of the support of the members that donate each year, help makes the tournament a success. At the conclusion of the day’s events all registered bowlers were invited to stay and join a variety of card games.

In addition to Tournament Director Ron Mitzel, the Doubles Classic Committee includes: Chairman, John Giannotta; Vice Chairman Greg Andrzejeski; Treasurer, Kevin Koehler; Secretary, Ron Riegel; and Larry Bowman; Roy Byczynski; Andy Privette; Tom Templin; and Roger Troke.

Top 10 Final Results: CAM 62nd Annual Men’s Doubles Bowling Classic Place

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Ron McAuliffe Tom Joseph Bruce Wright Thomas Talmadge Michael Gasiewski Paul Rhodes Ron Mitzel Terry Kandes Robert Kapanowski John Pretari

Jeff Perrin Kevin Chadwick Chris McMichael Roy Tierney Matt Reed Michael Roland Kevin Mitzel Charles Cassise Edward Kapanowski Jason Pretari

Mark your calendars for next year’s tournament! The 63rd Annual CAM Men’s Doubles Classic will again be held at Thunderbowl Lanes on February 22nd, 2014.

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The “Right to Work” Symposium included a panel of guest speakers and a moderator.

CAM Labor Program Presents a ‘Right to Work’ Breakfast Symposium n Thursday, February 21, 2013, the CAM Labor Program held a ‘Right to Work’ Breakfast Symposium at the VisTaTech Center in Livonia. Attended by over 230 people, the event was sponsored by the CAM Labor Relations Program, Michigan Building and Construction Trades Council, and MUST (Management & Unions Serving Together). The symposium addressed the impact of the ‘Freedom to Work’ law on union construction.

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Michigan has become the 24th state in the union to have a law barring workers with unionized employers from having to pay union dues or a fee. These bills exempt police and fire, however it will impact all other union shops. The law becomes effective in the last week of March 2013.

The panelists included John Tesija, Esq., Partner, Novara Tesija, PC – Labor Counsel; Donald Scharg, Esq., Member, Bodman, PLC – Employer Counsel; Patrick Devlin, Secretery-

From left to right: John Tesija, Esq.; Patrick Devlin; Jim Statham, Esq.; Don Scharg, Esq.; Patrick Baker (CAM).

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Treasurer, Michigan Building Trades Council – Building Trades; and was moderated by James Statham, Esq., Federal Mediation and Conciliation Services.

More than 50 signatory contractors and representatives from all 15 building trades unions, seven construction associations, and many employers were in attendance.

Mr. Scharg presented the basic ‘nuts & bolts’ of the new law, followed by a presentation by Mr. Tesija addressing

A crowd of over 230 was in attendance.

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pension withdrawal liability and Freedom to Work grandfather issues. Mr. Devlin spoke on the legislative process and pointed out some flaws in the law that lawmakers are only now realizing; such as, that unions can unilaterally disclaim an employer’s bargaining unit and thereby trigger withdrawal liability upon the Employer. All panelists agreed that the law is not a ‘win’ for the unions or their signatory contractors.

The importance of contractors, unions, and employees working cooperatively to preserve market share was a common concern expressed throughout the morning.

After the presentations, Mr. Statham fielded dozens of questions from the audience. Overall, the event provided a very informative and balanced labor/management forum for the unionized construction industry that should assist bargaining parties as they move into the final weeks of negotiations prior to the effective date of the new law. Mr. Baker, CAM Director of Labor Relations, indicated that program will be made available on the CAM website.

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CITY OF HIGHLAND PARK’S FIRST MUNICIPAL SOLAR STREET LIGHT… A COMMUNITY COLLABORATION

By Douglas Elbinger, Energy Policy Analyst, Greenlancer Energy, Inc.

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BOLD BEGINNINGS It started with an idea and a website (www.soulardarity.com). The idea was born from necessity; A.J. needed to provide a security light in his café parking lot.

It is no news that the city of Highland Park is in dire financial straits. In 2011, after years of unpaid electrical bills, the City of Highland Park lost over 1,000 of its street lights… mostly in neighborhoods off of Woodward Avenue. Enter A.J. O’Neil - former roofer, café owner, and community activist, who saw this as an opportunity to leverage the potential of solar energy to light his adopted neighborhood in Highland Park. And, like a true revolutionary, eventually the whole city. In his vision, he saw opportunity to create manufacturing jobs, reduce environmental damage, help people save on electricity bills, provide safe and secure neighborhoods, and give power back to small communities, like Highland Park. Out of this vision, Soulardarity emerged as a grass-roots community campaign to install 200 solar

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streetlights over the next five years and bring the neighborhood back to life.

A.J. O'Neil, spearheading the project, did his homework, and found a Holland, MI company, Solar Street Lights USA, that manufactures and installs high quality, custom engineered solar powered street lighting systems, which can be installed off-the-grid. According to the company chief technical officer, Mr. Craig Brumel, the systems are made for long-term and reliable performance. The systems are designed for a wide range of physical and operating environments including the Michigan climate, and are perfect for rural, suburban and metropolitan areas. They can operate either ‘on’ or ‘off’ any electrical grid system. The streetlights can last many years with little or no maintenance and can be activated by a motion detector and monitored from a cell phone app. There is a modest Return on Investment (ROI) on these, so whether you put them on a street corner in Highland Park or your cabin up north, it is much less expensive than stringing or trenching wire to a remote location.

CROWDFUNDING You may already be aware of a social phenomenon known as Crowdfunding.

Crowdfunding has gained considerable traction as a legitimate method to fund small- and medium-sized projects. To accomplish this, A.J. was able to mobilize a band of loyal volunteers and community leaders around this idea, and finance the project (over six thousand dollars) with online donations and musical concerts; hence the ‘soul’ in Soulardarity. To see how this works in detail, I recommend you visit their website: www.indiegogo.com/soulardarity.

Propelled with confidence, A.J. knows the importance of that first step. “Perhaps the most important part of the campaign is that, in the end, the street lights will be community owned and managed, and no one will ever be able to

A.J. O'Neil stands proudly in front of the first municipal street light in Highland Park.

take them away from Highland Park,” he said. It is also A.J.’s aspiration, “That this campaign will also provide a model for other cities and towns to follow. We aim to bring this project across the nation - to sustainably light up every state and city we can reach.”

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first became acquainted with Mr. A.J. O’Neil through business associates. When he told me his story, it triggered a memory of that famous quote from Lao-tzu (604 BC - 531 BC): “A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step.” In the scope of recent history, this story is that first step.

The installation of a single solar street light in Highland Park, in time, may be regarded a minor historic event, but more so, it should serve as a testament to ordinary citizens who literally took power in their own hands to improve the safety and quality of life in their community. At dusk on Thanksgiving Day, November 22, 2012, a small group of organizers, stakeholders and the just plain curious, gathered to witness the ceremonial lighting of the first of an anticipated 200 solar street lights to begin operation in Highland Park.

O’Neil demonstrates the power of the LED street lamp.

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SOLAR STREET LIGHTS USA OF HOLLAND, MICHIGAN Craig Brumels, chief technical officer for Solar Street Lights USA. Brumels created the company with his wife in 2007. The Hollandbased Solar Street Lights USA makes a unique product that is cost effective, and the company says its even saving people's lives.

They have engineered and patented a system that uses solar energy to power street lights. "In the evening, when the sun light is not charging the battery, the electronic controller knows it's dusk and turns the solar light on," says Craig. The LED solar lamps are not only used for recreational purposes but also for security. In fact, the company says the lights have saved people's lives. "We did a installation in rural southwest Texas where they were having a lot of fatalities on unlighted remote intersections. They installed our solar lights because it was more cost effective than installing a conventional grid power. Since then they've had no fatalities," says Brumels.

The solar streetlights produced in Holland, Michigan, are available all over the U.S. and distributed internationally in more than 25 countries. A lot of developing countries are trending to solar lighting because they don't require the infrastructure, such as an electrical grid or conventional fossil fuel power

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CAM Celebrates 127th Annual Meeting and Tradeshow at MotorCity Casino Hotel

By Amanda Tackett, Editor he 127th Annual Meeting of the Construction Association of Michigan (CAM) was again held at Sound Board Theatre inside MotorCity Casino Hotel in Detroit. The event took place on Wednesday, February 6, 2013 in a one-day construction extravaganza that also included the CAM Michigan Construction & Design Tradeshow. This year’s total show attendance was 1,322, with 99 exhibitors taking a total of 104 booths and tabletop displays.

Over 400 people attended the Annual Meeting luncheon. CAM President Kevin Koehler called the meeting to order, and introduced a beautifully produced video that showcased CAM’s accomplishments over the past year.

This year’s Keynote speaker was Michael E. Duggan, former president and CEO of the Detroit Medical Center and current Detroit mayoral candidate.

The CAM Magazine Special Issue Awards, Green Project Awards, and 2012 Project of the Year were presented at the luncheon. The Special Issue Awards honored each project that appeared in CAM Magazine’s Special Issue 2012, along with each project team of contractor and architect. The Green Project Award winners appeared in the February 2013 issue of CAM Magazine, and had one overall winner and four honorable mentions. CAM also presented its 2012 Project of the Year Award, as determined by online votes from the CAM Membership and votes from the CAM Magazine Editorial Advisory Committee.

This year’s winner was the M@dison Building in Detroit with the project team of contractor Sachse Construction (Birmingham) and architect Neumann/Smith Architecture (Southfield).

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The 2013 CAM Board of Directors, left to right: President Kevin Koehler; Mary Marble; Kevin Ryan; Joe Palazzolo; Kevin French; Donielle Wunderlich; Kurt Von Koss; Eric Steck; Larry Brinker, Jr.; Steve Hohenshil; John Rieckhoff; Todd Hill; and 2013 Chairman of the Board, Greg Andrzejewski.

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The 12 Winning Projects of CAM Magazine Special Issue 2012:

C.S. MOTT CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL & VON VOIGTLANDER WOMEN’S HOSPITAL Project Team: Barton Malow Company and HKS, Inc.

THE UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN WILLIAM DAVIDSON PLAYER DEVELOPMENT CENTER Project Team: Turner Construction Company, Michigan Office and TMP Architecture, Inc. in Association with Sink Combs Dethlefs

THE UAW/CHRYSLER WORLD CLASS MANUFACTURING ACADEMY Project Team: Commercial Contracting Corporation and Barton Malow Design

BAE SYSTEMS STERLING HEIGHTS FACILITY Project Team: Walbridge and SmithGroupJJR

DETROIT/WAYNE COUNTY PORT AUTHORITY PUBLIC DOCK AND TERMINAL Project Team: White/Braun LLC and Hamilton Anderson Associates

GRATIOT COUNTY WIND PROJECT Project Team: Aristeo Construction Company and Metro Consulting Associates

WAYNE STATE UNIVERSITY CHEMISTRY BUILDING RENOVATIONS & EXPANSION Project Team: DeMaria Building Company and Harley Ellis Devereaux

THE H-PROJECT BATTERY MANUFACTURING FACILITY Project Team: Roncelli, Inc., Rossetti Associates, and Ghafari Associates, LLC

NEW MACKENZIE PK-8 SCHOOL Project Team: MIG/AUCH, LLC Joint Venture and SHW Group

BERMAN CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS Project Team: Sachse Construction and Neumann/Smith Architecture

THE M@DISON BUILDING Project Team: Sachse Construction and Neumann/Smith Architecture

MICHIGAN STATE UNIVERSITY MOLECULAR PLANT SCIENCES BUILDING Project Team: The Christman Company and SmithGroupJJR

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THE M@DISON BUILDING IN DETROIT Project Team: Sachse Construction and Neumann/Smith Architecture

GREEN PROJECT HONORABLE MENTIONS: DAMON J. KEITH CENTER FOR CIVIL RIGHTS BUILDING ADDITION Project Team: Roncelli, Inc. and SHW Group, LLC

EASTERN MICHIGAN UNIVERSITY – MARK JEFFERSON SCIENCE COMPLEX Project Team: The Christman Company and Lord, Aeck & Sargent, Inc.

The 2012 Green Project Awards GROUND SYSTEMS POWER AND ENERGY LAB Project Team: Walsh Construction Company, BEI Associates and Jacobs Technology

MARTIN LUTHER KING JUNIOR, SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Project Team: Project Team: Jenkins Granger Alliance for DPS and TMP Architecture, Inc. — No Photo Available

WINNER: COMMUNITY HEALTH AND SOCIAL SERVICES, SOUTHWEST CENTER Project Team: Turner Construction Company, Michigan Office and Harley Ellis Devereaux

Changing of the Guard he association’s new officers and directors who will serve on the 2013 Board of Directors were installed at the meeting. CAM’s New Chairman of the Board is Gregory Andrzejewski of PPG Industries.

Greg has 38 years of experience in the construction industry, the last 19 of which have been as a sales representative at PPG Industries in Southfield, a supplier of commercial and industrial coatings. He is actively involved at CAM and has served on the CAM Golf Committee, the CAM Bowling Committee (previous Chairman and Vice Chairman), and the CAM Doubles Tournament Committee. Greg most recently served as Treasurer on CAM’s 2012 Board of Directors.

CAM’s newly elected Vice Chairmen are Kevin French of Poncraft Door Company and Kurt Von Koss of Beaver Tile and Stone. CAM’s incoming Treasurer is Eric Steck of Amalio Corporation.

Each year three directors retire from CAM’s Board, and three new directors are elected by the CAM Membership. The 2013 newly elected directors are: Joe Palazzolo of Detroit Spectrum Painters, Inc.; John Rieckhoff of the C.L. Rieckhoff Company; and Kevin Ryan of Farbman Group/Huntington Construction. Retiring after four years of service to CAM’s Board are Vice Chairman James Brennan of Walbridge; Vice Chairman Don Purdie, Jr. of Detroit Elevator Company; and outgoing 2012 Chairman Frank Nehr, Jr., of Davis Iron Works, Inc.

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The other current members of the CAM Board of Directors are: Larry Brinker, Jr. of The Brinker Group; Todd Hill of Venton, Inc.; Stephen Hohenshil of Glasco Corp.; Mary Marble of Marble Mechanical, LLC; and Donielle Wunderlich of the George W. Auch Company.

Incoming 2013 Chairman Gregory Andrzejewski (left) presents a commemorative plaque of thanks to outgoing 2012 Chairman Frank Nehr, Jr. (right).

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Meet Your New Board Members GIUSEPPE (JOE) S. PALAZZOLO PRESIDENT DETROIT SPECTRUM PAINTERS, INC. Joe is a 30-year veteran of the construction industry, the last 27 of which have been spent at Detroit Spectrum Painters, Inc., Warren, a company specializing in commercial, industrial and residential painting and wall covering.

Joe attended Macomb Community College. A CAM Member since 1992, Joe is a current member of BOMA, IFMA, AGC, MMBDC, and the Michigan Chamber of Commerce. He maintains memberships at the Detroit Golf Club, the Detroit Athletic Club, and the Huntsman Hunt Club. He is involved with the Dad’s Club at St. Thecla, Regina and DeLaSalle schools.

In his spare time, Joe enjoys golfing, hunting and running his dogs. He has been married for 24 years to Paola, and they reside in Clinton Township. They have three grown children, Julia, Annalisa, and Andrew.

JOHN W. RIECKHOFF PRESIDENT C.L. RIECKHOFF COMPANY, INC. John has worked for 30 years in the construction industry, all of which have been at C.L. Rieckhoff Company, Inc., Taylor, which furnishes and installs metal wall systems.

John is a graduate of the University of Michigan, from which he received BCE and MBA Degrees. He is a member of the GLFEA, Iron

Workers Fringe Funds Trustee, Iron Workers Apprentice Board, Impact Executive Committee, and TAUC. He also maintains memberships at the Dearborn Country Club and the Dearborn Racquet Club. In his spare time, John enjoys tennis, skiing and travel. He resides in Dearborn with his wife, Denise.

KEVIN RYAN VICE PRESIDENT – OPERATIONS AND CONSTRUCTION FARBMAN GROUP/HUNTINGTON CONSTRUCTION A 31-year veteran of the construction industry, Kevin has worked for Huntington Construction, Detroit, for the past decade. He is vice president of the firm, which deals in commercial real estate and construction.

Kevin holds a Business Administration degree from Eastern Michigan University, as well as having studied Asbestos Management at the University of Georgia; obtained his Real Estate License from the State of Michigan; and his Refrigeration License from the City of Detroit. He is a member of the Construction Association of Michigan (CAM) and the Building Owners and Managers Association (BOMA).

Kevin managed the $130M renovation of Cadillac Place for the State of Michigan, as they migrated into the former GM World Headquarters.

In his spare time, Kevin enjoys golf and boating. He resides in Harrison Township with his wife, Aimee. They are members of the Clinton River Boat Club and St. John Lutheran Church.

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CAM TRI-CITIES: CAM Tri-Cities’ Saginaw office has continued to serve the Flint/Saginaw/Bay City area members well. Suzie DeSonia, Tri-Cities office manager, continued to be an effective membership representative for the area. Heather Carrier, office assistant, has kept the Saginaw planroom running smoothly as its planroom coordinator. 2012 has brought a greater exposure in the Great Lakes Bay Region for CAM, and in 2013 CAM will continue to reach out to those contractors. Newsroom cross-training allows CAM Tri-Cities to process and post high priority projects in their member service area. More networking and sporting events for Tri-Cities members are being planned. With increased reporting, training and upgraded technology, 2013 is on track to be another good year for CAM Tri-Cities.

CAM PUBLIC RELATIONS: The CAM Public Relations Department helped to present the second annual CAM-BIA Mid-Year Economic Forecast, held in June 2012.

This was the second successful joint partnership event between CAM and the Building Industry Association (BIA). Two VIP speakers were featured at the event: Mr. W. Jay Wortley, director of the Office of Revenue & Tax Analysis for the State of Michigan; and Mr. John Rakolta, Jr., chairman and CEO of Walbridge, Detroit. Both presented their views and statistics on the current state of Michigan’s business climate, especially pertaining to the construction industry.

In September 2012, CAM and the BIA were presented with a Silver Honorable Mention in the Innovative Collaboration, $1 Million and Greater category, at the Michigan Society of Association Executives (MSAE) Diamond Awards. The associations have partnered for two consecutive years to present their Mid-Year Economic Forecast and State of the Industry Breakfast. This well-attended and informative event will be an ongoing, yearly presentation organized by CAM and the BIA. Also in 2012, CAM continued its series of brief monthly surveys online – the CAM Construction Activity Index - in an effort to keep a pulse on the construction industry in Michigan. CAM reported on the results of these surveys via the CAM E-Newsletter.

C.P.I.G & PLANROOM: 2012 brought many exciting changes to CAM’s Construction Project Information Group (CPIG) and the CAM Planroom. With three new reporters hired, the newsroom scheduled reporter training with Brenda Romano of the Virtual Builders Exchange in Texas, a former CAM employee who covered industry basics such as delivery methods and contractual obligations, as well as communication techniques for architectural reporters. The entire newsroom and planroom staff is energized and looking forward to utilizing this new knowledge of construction and communication.

While throughout 2012 reporter performance and newsroom statistics focused on the quantity of projects (exceeding 2010 and 2011 new project entries eight months running), 2013 will also include a focus of quality. Statistics and goals will incorporate percentage publicly funded vs. privately funded work (with a goal to increase privately funded) and inclusion of the engineer estimate/estimated project cost.

The newsroom’s goal is to provide complete information prior to the bid date and then to follow up with apparent low bidders and contract awards in a timely manner.

While the CAM newsroom does obtain hard copies of drawings and specs from a few plan issuers, a majority (85-95%) of the documents

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received are in electronic formats. More companies now have staff that are very tech savvy and are expecting more from online subscriptions and services. To that end, staff has been exploring other software programs with features such as invitations to bid and the ability to do online takeoffs. Security and compatibility with other internet browsers, tablets and Apple products is also a requirement. Once the demonstrations are complete, a committee that will include staff and member-users will be formed for further vetting of the product.

As of mid-November, the CAM Newsroom had entered nearly 8,000 new projects, nearly 2,000 of which were private money projects. The estimated costs received totaled $1.7 billion.

In an effort to improve relations with Michigan’s owner and design teams to bring CAM Members the most up-to-date and accurate information possible, the CAM Newsroom has proactively engaged with developers regarding upcoming projects. CAM continues to be the premier construction news organization in Michigan, now and in the future.

CAMSAFETY: At the start of 2012, CAMSAFETY held two seminars at the Construction & Design Tradeshow in February. Patty Meyer, MIOSHA director of construction, provided the MIOSHA update, discussed previous incidents and the focus for 2012.

Mike Ross, representing Efficiency Production, discussed the highlights of the trenching and excavating standard. A total of 20 people attended.

Throughout the year, CAMSAFETY continued offering free training under their MIOSHA-CET Grant, conducting training sessions for 168 individuals.

Topics included the four main causes of fatalities in Tracey Alfonsi the construction industry: falls, electrocutions, being struck-by and being caught-in something. In addition, under the expanded grant funds approved for 2012, CAMSAFETY met with 18 companies, reviewed their existing programs, and provided solutions to their problems. There were a total of 52 hours of consultation provided. CAMSAFETY also conducted nine OSHA classes, including six 10-Hour and three 30-Hour classes.

Beginning in April 2012, CAMSAFETY was invited to participate on the Michigan Damage Prevention Board (MDPB). In conjunction with this board, CAM signed a partnership agreement with MISS DIG. The goals of this partnership include promotion of partner events and news releases via social media, consideration for speaking opportunities at events, and consideration for exhibition space at events.

In August 2012, CAM renewed a three-year Alliance Partnership Agreement with the Michigan Occupational Safety and Health Administration (MIOSHA). The key goals of this alliance include: increase communication and collaboration between CAM and MIOSHA; promote increased safety and health awareness by using all of CAM’s marketing mediums; foster worker safety and health through education and training opportunities at the jobsite; and facilitate Safety and Health Hazard Surveys by the Consultation, Education, and Training (CET) Division of MIOSHA. In December 2012 CAMSAFETY presented the Construction Safety Leadership Conference. This all-day event featured training on Pre-Task Planning, Return to Work Programs, Fleet Safety, Accident Investigation, MIOSHA Training Requirements, PPE Assessment Assistance, and Handling Inspections & Citations. Nearly 100 people attended this workshop.

CAMSAFETY contributed monthly to CAM Magazine by providing a Tool Kit article in each edition, and a CAMSAFETY Tool Box Talk in the twice-monthly CAM E-Newsletter.

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CAMTEC: CAMTEC, the training & education division of CAM, offered a wide variety of classes, seminars and presentations on all aspects of construction throughout 2012. CAMTEC also took their training “on the road” presenting training classes at many facilities and jobsites. Programs are designed specifically for the construction industry and are taught by instructors with experience in Industry Best Practices and Standards.

In 2012 CAMTEC trained nearly 453 students in classes, seminars and onsite training sessions.

Tuition revenue came in at approximately $47,497.00. CAMTEC strives to provide speakers and topics that will meet Members’ needs in this tough economy. It continues to offer “economic stimulus discounts” to new CAM Members, cutting tuition in HALF for qualified unemployed professionals - proof of unemployment status required.

CAM E-NEWSLETTER: In 2012, the CAM E-Newsletter continued to be released to the membership twice monthly – on the 15th and last day of each month. The award-winning CAM ENewsletter is the one-stop news-in-brief service that CAM provides for its members. It contains all the latest CAM events, educational classes, legislative updates, member news and human interest features.

CAM LABOR RELATIONS/GOVERNMENT AFFAIRS COMMITTEE: In its tenth year, the CAM Labor Relations Program continues to be the largest provider of labor relations services in Michigan. Over 400 union contractors, who employ Carpenters, Laborers, Operating Engineers and/or Cement Masons in Southeast Michigan, as well as Carpenters and Operating Engineers in Outstate Michigan, are presently participating in the CAM Labor Program. All

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CAM WEBSITE: In 2012, the CAM Website continued to be the place for CAM members to go to find everything they need to know about their association. Containing the latest industry-related news, links to all CAM departments, schedules, events, and information… the CAM website provides it all!

Over the past year, CAM enhanced its online social media presence greatly via Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn, and now counts hundreds of followers in each sector. CAM continued its website partnership with MeasurePlans.com to offer our members construction estimating software in our very own software store, accessible via the front page of the CAM website.

The Michigan Construction Marketplace has also continued on the website, as an online e-commerce center for equipment dealers, suppliers, materials providers, or anyone interested in purchasing or selling construction equipment, supplies and materials. All CAM website maintenance continues to be in-house, and the CAM staff remains responsible for its content, upkeep, and layout.

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benefits of the Labor Program are available at no additional cost to our Contractors. CAM’s Labor Relations Program continues to grow as union contactors realize the quality and extent of the assistance available.

Now in its second year, under the leadership of its Chairman John Raimondo, PE, Director, Roncelli, Inc., and with the assistance of CAM’s lobbyist, Bradley Comment, Kindsvatter Dalling and Associates, the CAM Government Affairs Committee (GAC) had a very busy year.

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The Government Affairs Committee established both a Political Action Committee (CAMPAC) headed by Bruce Pregler, Esq., Facca, Richter, & Pregler, PC, as well as an Advocacy Committee to raise funds to impact the legislative process in Lansing.

Last year, the GAC monitored over 27 bills with impact on our industry and was busy lobbying the Michigan Legislators on these issues that are vital to CAM’s membership. Additionally, in October 2012, the GAC held its first pre-election Legislative Forum with a bipartisan panel of legislators from both the Michigan Senate and House of Representatives debating the impact of legislation on CAM’s members’ bottom line. The committee also provided a very popular Ballot Issues Guide for members to use to make sense of the ballot questions on the election ballot.

Both the CAM Labor Relations Program and the Government Affairs Committee are coordinated by CAM's Director of Labor Relations and Government Affairs, Patrick W. Baker, M.A., J.D.

CAM BUYERS GUIDE: The most widely used construction directory in the state, the 2012 CAM Buyers Guide was distributed to 8,000 contractors, architects, buyers and users of construction.

The Buyers Guide provides useful information, and remains a specialized marketing tool for CAM Members. The 2012 Buyers Guide continued to feature a Special Business Enterprises section, as well as a LEED section, featuring companies who employ LEED Accredited Professionals.

For the first time in its history, the 2012 Buyers Guide allowed 4-color advertisements from CAM Members. Distributed throughout the book, the ads proved to be very popular with the membership, and complemented the Buyers Guide’s clean and efficient appearance. The 2012 book again featured plastic spiral binding, color-coded sections, and indexed pages.

The CAM Buyers Guide continued to be accessible online via the CAM website and through a mobile app for Smartphones, enabling users to access the Buyers Guide online with just a touch of their phone screen!

CAM MAGAZINE: In 2012, CAM Magazine grew in its online presence, distribution and readership. While still primarily distributed in printed format, CAM Magazine also became widely distributed online. Magazine readership now has followers from all social media, including E-subscribers, Twitter followers, YouTube viewers, ConstrucTube viewers, Facebook followers, Zmag reads, and LinkedIn Connections.

CAM Magazine continues to present the Special Issue Awards and Green Project Awards each year at the CAM Annual Meeting.

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2012 was a very successful year for the CAM Connect networking events. CAM brought together over 1,000 members to network in different venues to further their businesses. Venues included a scholarship fundraiser at Lily’s Seafood in Royal Oak; a panel discussion on Social Media held at the CAM headquarters; a Workplace Wellness and Safety discussion; a tailgate party for the Detroit Tigers Opening Day in Detroit; a Tigers Baseball Game; the Woodward Dream Cruise; a tour of the Quicken Loans and M@dison Buildings; and a Detroit Lions tailgate party.

CAM MICHIGAN CONSTRUCTION & DESIGN TRADESHOW: The CAM Michigan Construction & Design Tradeshow was again held in February 2012 at the MotorCity Casino Hotel in Detroit. The show was expanded by 18 booths, and attendance increased to 1,050, and included countless booths, vendors, and opportunities for networking. At the show, CAM celebrated their 126th Annual Meeting and CAM’s 127th Anniversary as an Association. The Michigan Construction & Design Tradeshow provides an opportunity for companies to market their products and services to the Michigan construction industry.

CAM ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES/CAM BENEFIT PROGRAM (CBP): The CAM Benefit Program is a Group Health Insurance Program sponsored by CAM for its members - continues to set the standard for affordable, high quality health insurance coverage and is offered utilizing a Preferred Provider Organization (PPO) to Michigan’s construction industry. In the last five years, CAM Administrative Services – known as CAMADS - has added over 300 new participating employers to the CAM Benefit Program that insures several thousand members and their families. The CBP offers one of the largest selections of plans and options available today and drives the continuity of CAM Members renewing each month with one of the highest persistency ratios among health carriers. The CAM Benefit Program is fully insured through Madison National Life Insurance Company, Inc. which is rated A- (Excellent)

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CAM-COMP: In 2012, CAM-COMP provided Workers' Compensation Group Self Insurance to 275 contractor employers, providing coverage to more than 4,000 employees. Loss ratios continued to be very favorable, and resulted in substantial premium refunds to the CAM-COMP membership, equaling $51 million, a 47% average return per year. CAM Comp offers a complete Safety Video Library, a Monthly Payment Program, Competitive Rates, and has an A+ (Superior) Rating from A.M. Best Company. New services include Member Referral Rewards; Out of State Coverage; and Online Credit Card Payments.

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Thumbs Up for Michigan Pavers & Walls The “Wall Guys” Save the Caseville Resort & Marina in Michigan’s Thumb

By Mary E. Kremposky, Associate Editor

t Caseville Resort & Marina, a Humpty Dumpty of a retaining wall was on the verge of failing for a third time. Given the poor history of the wall, the new owner decided not to put “Humpty Dumpty” together again. All of three contractors elected not to tackle wall removal and replacement. One of the core reasons: a string of modular homes - some only 20 feet from the top of the wall – would be in danger of collapse.

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rhyme character of an egg taking a tumble off a wall. The prospect of such a project had many a contractor walking on egg shells.

Enter Michigan Pavers & Walls, LLC, a Fenton-based company whose owner had the confidence - and a plan - to remove and replace the entire 1,300 lineal feet and 28,000 square feet of wall. Michigan Pavers & Walls developed a plan to protect the homes and to deliver this masonry job on an aggressive winter schedule designed to have all 55 boat slips open for the summer boating season.

Marina owner Warren Kappen was quite pleased with the stellar results of a project delivered on time, on budget and without any mishaps. Michigan Pavers & Walls not only won over a client, but also won two awards: a national 2012 Hardscape North America (HNA) project award winner for a segmental retaining wall over 5,000 square feet in the commercial/industrial category, and an international 2013 Rocky Award from Redi-Rock International, the manufacturer of the new wall’s stone system. Michigan Pavers & Walls bested projects from “Voice Of The Construction Industry”®

Australia, Germany, the United States and other countries to earn this international honor granted to only one firm a year.

For this homegrown Michigan project, the molds for the dry cast blocks were manufactured in Redi-Rock’s Charlevoix facility. Redi-Rock either supplies the molds to a franchise or casts the block themselves.

At Caseville, Redi-Wall LLC Company, a RediRock franchise and sister firm of Livingston Concrete, Inc., Brighton, cast the block in their facility - and with the help of RediWall’s own Erik Taylor - supplied it to Michigan Pavers & Walls.

PEACE OF MIND “Peace of Mind” is the heading emblazoned on the impressive, three-foottall Rocky Award plaque. “The owner was worried that if they went ahead and repaired this wall for the third time he would never have peace of mind,” said Joel Stalo, Michigan Pavers & Walls principal and project manager. “With Redi-Rock, Redi-Wall and Michigan Pavers & Walls, he now has peace of mind.”

Giving the owner peace of mind was no piece of cake. As part of Stalo’s plan and with the help of Talaski Building Movers, Caseville, a crane was called into play to stabilize three of the 11 homes. Michigan Pavers & Walls parked the crane on the street and used it to hook, hoist and slide a series of I beams between the foundation and the framing of each home. The I beams remained chained to the crane and held in tension until the crew installed cribbing on both ends of the 5,000 lbs. beams.

“Essentially, the house had an alternative foundation,” said Stalo. “The whole ground could have caved in underneath the house, and it would just sit on the I beams in the exact same spot.”

Each of the three houses was “craned” in a single day, allowing excavation to proceed without any danger of collapsing these coveted waterfront residences. Drinking coffee in the CAM boardroom, Stalo uses a line of red and white coffee straws to demonstrate the selection criteria for craning. It all boiled down to whether the framing or main floor beams of a given modular house were parallel or perpendicular to the horizontal line of the riverfront excavation: Houses with parallel floor beams were candidates for craning; houses with perpendicular floor beams had the integrity to withstand the excavation.

As shown by this impromptu engineering demonstration, the first two parallel beams would be completely undermined during excavation. Because only a short stub of Visit us online at www.cammagazineonline.com

each of the perpendicular beams would be impacted, much of this framing arrangement would still support the house throughout excavation. Far beyond coffee straws, Applied Geotechnical Services, Brighton, provided professional engineering services for this challenging project.

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Pavers & Walls coordinated its work with Pierson Piling, Inc. a pile contractor based in Minden City. The two firms worked in a three-part harmony. Working in small increments, Michigan Pavers & Walls dismantled a limited section of the existing modular block wall, piece by piece, block by block. “We would tear out 100 to 200 feet of the existing retaining wall, Pierson would pound in another 100 to 200 feet of sheet

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As every cold, sunlight-starved Michigander knows, this holiday weekend is the traditional launch of summer and the beginning of boating season on the Great Lakes. Most of the resort’s clientele spend winters in Florida and summers in Michigan, arriving in Caseville in May to dock their boats and open the doors of their homes along this stretch of the Pigeon River.

Caseville Resort & Marina is located only a half-mile from the river’s mouth as it flows into Lake Huron’s Saginaw Bay. Michigan Pavers & Walls met this aggressive schedule, keeping the boating clientele happy and preserving an entire summer’s revenue for this waterfront resort.

“The owner did not have to cancel an entire boating season,” said Stalo.

Redi-Rock’s interlocking system has two block shapes: A half-dome block fitting into a concave block. Michigan Pavers & Walls, LLC earned two awards for the Caseville Resort & Marina: A 2012 Hardscape North America project award and an international 2013 Rocky Award from Redi-Rock International.

Caseville Resort & Marina’s well-constructed retaining wall is formed of high-pressure, 8,000 psi concrete with fiber additives for strength and a cobblestone texture for visual appeal.

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was like an assembly line.”

Work on the main stretch of wall began in

CHEESEBURGERS IN PARADISE Working from September to May, Michigan Pavers & Walls installed the main stretch of retaining wall, followed by an eight-foot-wide brick paver walkway placed between the boat slips and the new wall.

Michigan Pavers & Walls coordinated brick paver installation with placement of piping and electrical wiring that snakes beneath the pavers and into a row of pedestals feeding electricity and water to every boat, said Stalo. This phase of the project was also delivered in time to service the summer flotilla of watercraft at this popular Caseville marina.

The wall curves broadly around the river bend, marking the end of the project’s first phase. Around the curve stretches another 500 lineal feet of wall, as well as a pool, clubhouse and the three homes craned in the second phase. Because this stretch didn’t have any boat slips, Michigan Pavers & Walls could install the work throughout the summer and reach completion in September. This phase concentrated on the installation of brick pavers on the pool deck, the common areas for the clubhouse and on a series of steps. Overall, the company installed approximately 18,000 square feet of brick pavers, said Stalo. The final phase was removal and replacement of the last part of wall.

Michigan Pavers & Walls worked non-stop throughout the course of an entire year, keeping on schedule and working without incident. Only one thing stopped the company’s lean, mean working machine: the Caseville Cheeseburger Festival. With the “Voice Of The Construction Industry”®

streets sealed off and flooded with people, work was virtually impossible to accomplish.

In 2012, this increasingly popular summer celebration featured water balloon tosses, the Best Caribbean Dressed Baby, the Row, Row, Row Your Cardboard Boat Race, and of course, several cheeseburger-eating contests.

This annual summer madness attracts about 60,000 people to Caseville. “They sell somewhere in the neighborhood of over 50,000 cheeseburgers,” said Stalo. “I had our crews vacate for the week, because they shut the streets down almost for the entire time.”

BUILDING BY THE NUMBERS Michigan Pavers & Walls kept on target throughout the entire project, whether installing masonry block in the winter, craning homes in the summer or avoiding cheeseburger-stuffed crowds. Stalo and his expert crew were also careful not to repeat the mistakes of the past in creating this 23.5foot-high retaining wall.

The wall was thoughtfully crafted in every stage, beginning with foundations and

continuing through final soil compaction.

The crew excavated to a depth of 5.5 feet for the retaining wall and 15 feet for the piling.

“The foundation was two feet of crushed stone compacted every three inches,” said Stalo. “The crushed stone foundation allows for minor movement of the wall without cracking.”

As an example of wall embedment, two full block courses, measuring 18 inches high, are stacked on top of the foundation and actually buried below grade.

The Caseville installation is also a fine example of a gravity wall that uses the weight of the block itself and a series of setbacks to resist the forces acting on the wall. In the weight category, the lower three courses, including the two buried ones, are each four-foot wide on the face, 60 inches deep and weigh 3,500 lbs. per block. “The three of them are stacked on top of each other, and then it moves to 40-inch-deep block, each weighing 2,500 lbs.,” said Stalo.

As the gravity wall setback, “there is also an inch and a 5/8th setback per block, and they work on the weight of the wall to support the surcharge behind it,” said Stalo.

The surcharge can be anything exerting force on the wall, such as a parking lot. “The engineers take how much the weight of the wall is pushing down on itself as opposed to how much surcharge is pushing out against the wall, and that is how they build the calculations for the gravity wall,” said Stalo.

For installation, each block has a hook on top for hoisting with heavy equipment. “I have two people down below that help situate the blocks before they are set in place,” added Stalo.

THE WALL GUYS As the wall rose, the people of Caseville started to take notice. “We became like local celebrities in the town,” said Stalo. “They had watched the wall fail year after year. It was built in 1998 and it failed ten years later, then the following year and was on the verge of failing again. They saw all of our equipment and they watched us going at it every day, even in the freezing cold. I would take the guys down to a local restaurant and people would offer to buy us dinner. We became known as the Wall Guys.”

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more impressed if they knew the full details.

The former wall was similar in overall size, but was composed of small, modular blocks.

The new wall blocks are formed of a highpressure, 8,000 psi concrete mixture reinforced with fiber additives for even greater strength. The Redi-Rock blocks are interlocking with one block possessing a half-dome-type hump and the other having a concave section created to receive the half-dome.

Likewise, boat owners, peacefully bobbing on the blue water in their assorted watercraft, are probably unaware of the complexity of systems keeping this masonry fortress intact. For instance, the wall has “two feet of 6A crushed stone behind it that runs the full height of the wall as part of its drainage system,” said Stalo. “A piece of filter fabric separates the site’s sandy soil from the crushed stone. The fabric stops the sand, and only water goes into the drainage stone and then out the weep holes spaced every 100 feet.” The project’s $65,000 dollars of drainage stone is a wise investment for a wall with a checkered past but with a solid future.

Michigan Pavers & Walls was attentive to every detail of the Caseville project, including soil compaction. “When you disturb native soil, you want to make sure it is compacted 100 percent,” said Stalo.

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percent, we ran our compactors for another 20 minutes. We wanted to make sure the ground achieved maximum density.” If not, the ground may heave or shift, collecting small pools of water and leading to freezethaw damage.

Such attention to detail earned Michigan Pavers & Walls the trust of their client. “The project went extremely smooth,” said Stalo.

“Everybody was able to bring their boat in on time. The owner didn’t miss the boating season, and it’s the best marina around.” The impressed owner even invited Michigan Pavers & Walls back to install all new brick paver patios for the resort homes. “We had to tear all the decks off, because originally they were hanging out over the existing wall,” said Stalo. “The owner once again trusted us to come and get the job done on time and on budget for every one of these homes.”

Today, a secure and attractive retaining wall lines the Caseville Resort & Marina. The finished wall has a visually appealing cobblestone texture. A row of planter blocks, topped with Redi-Rock columns and caps, forms a decorative necklace of stone along the full extent of the wall. Wrought iron fencing fills in the spaces between the columns, offering safety for clients and another appealing touch to this transformed edge of the Pigeon River.

THE BLESSINGS OF THE BISHOP Founded in 2001, Michigan Pavers & Walls is no stranger to success. The company also earned a 2011 HNA honorable mention for a stunning plaza gracing the Cathedral of Saint Andrew in Grand Rapids. The 28,000square-foot project is a replica of a Vatican plaza in Rome. An intricate weave of flowing, curvilinear white marble is set against a background of neutral gray brick pavers from Hanson Hardscapes. “We had to ship the white marble from Turkey,” said Stalo in describing a project designed by Integrated Architecture and constructed under Rockford Construction, both of Grand Rapids. “Bishop Hurley actually came out, shook my hand and said that we did a magnificent job.”

Other projects include installation of brick pavers at Detroit’s Greektown and Redi-Rock projects at Michigan Technological University, Dexter Community Schools and the Teddy Bear Factory in Chelsea. “We pride ourselves on quality work,” said Stalo.

“Because we have the track record that proves that we can do a quality job, many of the larger contractors know our name and call us.”

Michigan Pavers & Walls has been accumulating accolades and credentials over the last decade, including becoming certified by the Interlocking Concrete Paving Institute and serving as an authorized contractor for Unilock Paving Systems. The company is a highly referred wall contractor for Redi-Rock of Michigan. “They trust me and they trust our work,” said Stalo. “They have a lot of faith in me, and I have done a great deal of work for them over the years.”

Dynamic and confident, Stalo is ready to tackle any project. When other contractors balked at taking on the Caseville Resort & Marina project, Stalo said, “We were excited to take on the challenge, and we were eager to get started. That’s just my mentality. If somebody tells me I can’t do something, I am the first one to try to do it. Anything can be done if you put your mind to it.” Clearly, Michigan Pavers & Walls’ success in building this new gravity retaining wall is a testament to that statement.

Undoubtedly, if the character in the old English nursery rhyme were real, Michigan Pavers & Walls could put Humpty Dumpty back together again … and build a more stable wall to support him.

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By Mary E. Kremposky, Associate Editor etroit is a city born of water. Its very name refers to a strait of water in French. Cobo Center actually marks the landing spot of Antoine de la Mothe Cadillac and his entourage who paddled this shining ribbon of blue and founded the city on July 24, 1701, according to a Cobo Center press release. Over 300 years later, this very building and its site may be one of the keys to the city’s future. Visually, the Cobo Center expansion, tallying $279 million in

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construction costs and $299 million in overall costs, will return the river to this major conference center by wrapping the landmark building in a glass “chrysalis” – an exterior glass wall offering amazing views of this cool, blue, and fast-flowing Great Lakes waterway.

As part of this transformation, Cobo’s main second-level concourse cascades down a grand staircase and three escalators into a 30,000-square-foot, light-filled atrium with a

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Photos Courtesy of Amalio Corporation dazzling riverfront view. Built by Amalio Corporation, Sterling Heights, a procession of 75-foot-tall concrete columns frames this monumental atrium that offers an almost three-story-high window to the river. The space itself is two floors and a mezzanine.

Amalio played a pivotal role in completing the concrete portion of the atrium in time for a temporary opening of this fully functional space - minus finishing work - at the 2013 North American International Auto

As work progressed, the concrete pump could no longer reach the pour sites in the deep recesses of the garage. Amalio “parked” the truck on the closed Lodge Freeway exit ramp in downtown Detroit and then snaked the pump’s “arm” to the pour site.

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Show (NAIAS) in January. The atrium hosted opening ceremonies and several high-profile events, including the prestigious North American Car & Truck of the Year Award announcements.

This grand portal of an atrium flows into the lower-level Michigan Hall and opens a second major entrance from Civic Center Drive into the building. The atrium is contiguous with an exterior glass wall that will wrap the south or river-facing portions of the exhibit halls and a transformed Cobo Arena turned ballroom and meeting space.

Cobo’s new glass exterior will shimmer on the river and offer fantastic riverfront views and a flood of natural light on the interior.

New business is already emerging from this major infrastructure and expansion project being managed under the umbrella of the Detroit Regional Convention Facility Authority (DRCFA). “Bookings are strong with recent confirmation of citywide events into 2016,” said Thom Connors, SMG regional vice president and general manager of Cobo Center in a press release. “And the increase in sales inquiries has been phenomenal.”

A HOMECOMING Amalio is only one of a swarm of design and construction professionals responsible for this continuing transformation. A joint venture of the Michigan office of Turner Construction Company and Tooles Contracting Group, both of Detroit, served as construction managers on Cobo’s new atrium. Jenkins Construction, Inc., Detroit, served as construction manager for the Washington Street Garage.

Bringing this landmark facility into the 21st Century, DRCFA is the project manager for both of the projects and for phases one, two and three of the Cobo Center renovation.

For installation of the atrium columns, Amalio used 85-foottall articulating Skyreach lifts that have the ability to move and turn at the same time.

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The above rendering shows Cobo Center’s new atrium in all its glory, nestled between the grand ballroom and the exhibit hall spaces, plus a host of new meeting rooms.

Amalio’s close attention to quality, safety, cost and schedule created a procession of 75-foot-tall concrete columns that now offer a grand portal to the Detroit River.

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For Amalio, working on this iconic structure is a type of homecoming, the firm also having worked on Cobo expansions in the 1980s and the 1990s. In one of the concrete contractor’s first major projects, President John Amalio, Sr. worked with Jim Jenkins, president of Jenkins Construction, on the 1980’s Cobo expansion. “Jim Jenkins always says, ‘I gave John Amalio his first big job,’” said Vice President Eric C. Steck, Amalio Corporation.

For this recent transformation, Amalio worked at Cobo Center for a solid year roughly between January 2012 and January 2013.

Working below-grade, Amalio installed grade beams and 114 concrete pile caps for Hardman Construction, a leading foundation, geotechnical and bridge contractor based in Ludington. Hardman was tasked with drilling steel piles over 100 feet down to bedrock. “Some of these concrete pile caps cover a cluster of 10 piles,” said Steck.

Working above-grade, Amalio formed, set resteel and then poured 10 columns soaring 75 feet above the atrium floor.

These columns are now covered with 315 tons of “Sunset” marble from Portugal. The same quarry supplied marble for the Bellagio hotel and casino in Las Vegas and the Queen

The atrium hosted opening ceremonies and several high-profile events at the 2013 North American International Auto Show, including the prestigious North American Car & Truck of the Year Award announcements.

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As part of its multi-tasking Cobo contract, Amalio also set new epoxy-coated re-steel and poured a new concrete deck for the once-closed Washington Street Parking Garage, an underground facility directly accessed from Jefferson Avenue. “This was an unanticipated need in the project, and Amalio did a great job with it,” said a DRFCA spokesperson. Not only was the garage reopened in time for the 2013 NAIAS, but it is also contributing to a significant increase in parking revenue for DRFCA.

without having to cut through the existing concrete floors. Without the interference of the existing floors, column installation became far more efficient and cost effective.

“It saved a couple hundred thousand dollars,” said Steck.

For work in both phases, Amalio orchestrated a convoy of cranes, Skyreach lifts and concrete pumps to aid the crew in building formwork, setting re-steel and then pouring

these soaring pillars of concrete. For efficiency, “We made sure the cranes could reach two of the columns at a time,” Steck added. The actual concrete pump trucks were positioned at the main entrance to Cobo Center and reached over with their 129-foot “arms”.

Amalio used 85-foot-tall articulating Skyreach lifts that have the ability to move and turn at the same time. “For safety, we did

A MONUMENTAL UNDERTAKING The new atrium is tucked between the exhibit halls and the former Cobo Arena.

Because of the 2012 NAIAS, Amalio suggested splitting column placement into two different phases: the first phase called for work to begin immediately on the five columns on the arena side; the second phase called for installation of the five columns on the exhibit side after the 2012 auto show concluded.

In Phase I, Amalio placed pile caps and columns within the steel framework of the demolished arena. The adaptive re-use of Cobo Arena calls for the construction of a 40,000-square-foot ballroom on the second level, a balcony and a series of meeting rooms on the first-level, along with a new Jefferson Avenue entrance. “We did the pile caps, and we set anchor bolts for the structural steel columns that will help support the ballroom balcony,” said Steck.

Amalio then had to almost surgically insert the atrium’s soaring pillars of concrete between some of the arena’s structural steel.

This steel was ultimately demolished once new supports were in place. The weight of the round arena roof had to be jacked up slightly to transfer its weight to the new columns so the old steel could be removed, according to DRCFA. Amalio poured all of the concrete columns with a carefully placed and aligned notch commonly called a steel seat. “The steel beams across the top of the atrium now sit on those seats, but we had to place the seats in the right location and make sure they all lined up,” added Steck.

In Phase II, Amalio tackled placement of the five columns on the exhibit hall side of the atrium. “Initially, we were supposed to run these columns through the concrete by cutting holes in the floors at these elevations and pour them in lifts floor to floor,” said Steck. Under the new plan, the floors on the atrium’s exhibit hall side were demolished immediately after the 2012 auto show, allowing Amalio to pour the columns Visit us online at www.cammagazineonline.com

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CONCRETE layouts and radial locations for these lifts to keep them separate from one another,” said Steck. “We didn’t want them bumping into each other and creating an unsafe condition.”

The safety record on the project is remarkable. According to DRCFA’s annual report, “Cobo Center’s original goal in the 2012 fiscal year was for all workers combined to go at least 50,000 consecutive hours without experiencing a lost-time injury. DRCFA is thrilled to report that workers obliterated that goal by surpassing 180,000 consecutive hours without a lost-time injury.”

A NEW PLACE TO PARK Both the atrium and the revitalized Washington Street Parking Garage were open in time for the 2013 NAIAS. The underground garage was host to hordes of car aficionados who probably had no idea of the new epoxy-coated re-steel and structural cast-in-place deck below their very tires.

Although the garage columns were in good structural shape, demolition exposed more severely corroded deck steel than anticipated. Originally, the mission was to demolish the concrete deck and repair the re-steel, but it soon became clear that salvaging would only be possible in limited areas. Amalio worked closely with the project team in steering the job predominately towards steel replacement. “Mike Livernois, our project manager, is a professional engineer,” said Steck. “We are not a designer, but the value we bring as a concrete contractor is being able to look at a situation through the eyes of a designer. We can identify what might be an issue.”

About 93,500-square-feet of the deck was completely demolished, and because of salvaged areas, this underground parking garage now hosts 100,000 square feet of space. “In some cases, we did salvage the steel and then tie the existing to the new epoxy-coated steel,” said Steck. A professional engineering and testing company rigorously scrutinized and thoroughly inspected all the work. “We had to have a minimum overlap of existing and new steel,” said Steck. “If the lap length is too short, one doesn’t get the full strength as if it’s a single bar. We had to have it inspected to make sure it is of the proper length. The inspections played a vital role.”

Logistics posed an equal challenge. Amalio burned the midnight oil on this two-shift project, because the project site is in middle of downtown Detroit and near the busy thoroughfare of Jefferson Avenue. “This project was set up at bid time as a two-shift project,” said Steck. “We had to be strategic, so we built the formwork during the day. The resteel, the deliveries and the pours were all done later in the afternoon and into the night.”

DRCFA submitted lane and road closures to MDOT to clear the way for the convoy of 40 concrete trucks rumbling down Jefferson Avenue. For the actual pour, Amalio’s pour sequence began at the entrance, and following the demolition sequence, worked its way toward the furthest reaches of the underground parking garage.

As the job progressed, the concrete pump could no longer reach the pour sites in the deep recesses of the garage. Moving the concrete pump truck from the garage entrance, Amalio “parked” the truck on the Lodge Freeway exit ramp in downtown Detroit, first arranging a complete shutdown of this stretch of roadway with MDOT and then snaking the pump’s “arm” from the exit ramp to the pour site. Altogether, Amalio poured approximately 3,500 cubic yards of concrete, with the largest pour covering 15,407 square feet.

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planning had to take place between the trade contractors, the generals – in this case, Turner Construction Company and Jenkins Construction - and us, as well as the Detroit Regional Convention Facility Authority,” said Steck. He commends the spirit of mutual respect pervading the entire project. “They listened to our advice and suggestions, and we worked together to do the job,” said Steck.

“Such a project isn’t done every day, and we all had to participate and work together to get it done efficiently, cost-effectively and in a logistically wise manner.”

Amalio as a company and Steck as person are heartened to be part of the Cobo expansion. “The Cobo expansion brings a sense of rejuvenation to the city,” said Steck. “This project is boosting the image of the city. Everybody wants Detroit to be a good place to go to.”

Steck is even a satisfied Cobo Center client, having worked with Barton Malow to coordinate a Contractors’ Day at the American Concrete Institute’s national convention recently held at Cobo Center. “We got rave reviews even at a conference held in the middle of winter,” said Steck. “When the Cobo expansion is finished and people have restaurants and other places to walk to, it will be great.”

Amalio has worked on other riverfront projects. Under Turner Construction, Amalio performed work on the new riverfront entrance for Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan in the General Motors headquarters. Currently Amalio is working with Walbridge on the new Wayne County Jail in downtown Detroit. The company’s lengthy roster of projects also includes DMC projects and jobs in higher education category for the University of Michigan and Oakland University (OU). Amalio recently completed work on the Human Health Building at OU and is just beginning work at OU’s new Engineering Building under Walbridge.

For Cobo Center, one of the largest convention centers in the country is getting bigger and becoming even better. According to a Cobo Center press release, the ballroom is slated for completion in April 2013. In 2014, upgrades to the east side of the main concourse and adjacent space are expected to reach completion. By 2015, the east side exterior skin with a video wall facing Jefferson Avenue will be unveiled. An addition of a media mesh will allow dynamic images of Cobo Center events to be broadcast on the exterior of the building.

Former Detroit Mayor Albert E. Cobo (1950 – 1957) was the man with the original vision to build a mega-convention center. Former Mayor Cobo would be proud, for wrapped in a glitter of glass and a grand portal of an atrium leading to the river, Cobo Center is more than ready to meet the 21st Century.

Editors’ Note: This article covers two pieces of the vast Cobo Center project, and focuses on the concrete work of Amalio Corporation. The below list from the Detroit Regional Convention Facility Authority includes only those contractors and companies that provided services for the new atrium and the Washington Street Parking Garage.

COBO CENTER RENOVATION - PHASE 1/PHASE 2/PHASE 3 • Project Manager: Detroit Regional Convention Facility Authority • Engineering/Architect: SDG Associates-Albert Kahn Associates Cobo Atrium Project Team and Trade Contractors • Project Manager: Detroit Regional Convention Facility Authority • Engineering/Architect: SDG Associates-Albert Kahn Associates • Designer: TVSDESIGN • Construction Manager: Turner/Tooles, Joint Venture • Structural Demolition: Homrich, Inc. “Voice Of The Construction Industry”®

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Stone Restoration: D.C. Byers Micro-Piles: Hardman Construction Concrete Columns: Amalio Corporation Concrete Flatwork: Colasanti Corporation Structural Steel: Midwest Steel Misc. Iron: Ideal Contracting Ornamental Iron: Couturier Iron Roofing: Royal Roofing Fireproofing: William Reichenbach Co Curtain Wall: Enclos Corporation Drywall & Ceilings: Turner Brooks Temp Walls: Denn- Co Carpeting: Mastercraft Stone Work: Cleveland Marble Elevators & Escalators: Kone Elevators HVAC & Plumbing: De-Cal BMS & Controls: Johnson Controls Electrical: Motor City Electric

Washington Street Garage Project Team and Trade Contractors • Project Manager: Detroit Regional Convention Facility Authority • Design/Engineering: SDG AssociatesAlbert Kahn Associates, Carl Walker & Associates • Construction Manager: Jenkins

Construction • Electrical Distribution, Emergency BackUp, Lighting: Motor City Electric • Concrete: Amalio Corp.

• Concrete Detail: DC Byers Detroit – slab detail work • Misc. Steel: C.L. Rieckhoff Co., Inc. – miscellaneous steel • Waterproofing, Expansion Joints: RAM Const. Svcs • Concrete Removal/Replacement: RAM Const. Svcs • Exhaust Fans, Controls, Gas Detection System Integration: Metro Environmental • Pipe and Duct Insulation: Rival Insulation • Walls, Doors, Ceilings: Pontiac Ceiling & Partition • Floor Drainage Systems: Western Mechanical • Water-based fire protection systems: VFP Fire Systems • Dry Pipe Valves, All Devices, Sprinkler Piping: Detroit Automatic Sprinkler Co. • Sheet Metal: Motor City Ventilation • Gas Detection Design: Ino-Tek • System Integration/New Fire Detection: Johnson Controls • Painting: Facilities Maintenance

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University of Detroit Mercy: A Campus on the Move

By Mary E. Kremposky, Associate Editor tudents at University of Detroit Mercy (UDM) can now be fit in mind, body and spirit. This private Catholic University has a strong academic backbone, having recently ranked No. 20 in the Top 20 Regional Universities in the Midwest by U.S. News & World Report’s 2013 education edition. Its deep Jesuit roots are shown by its Lenten lecture series on the Spiritual Exercises of St. Ignatius. Students now have an open, airy and light-filled fitness center for exercises of another kind, thanks to TMP Architecture, Bloomfield Hills, and The Monahan Company, Eastpointe. Whether pumping iron, relaxing in the new student lounge or running on an indoor track with a full view of the campus’s classic sandstone buildings, students now have a great place to workout and unwind. After 10 years on the University’s wish list, the professional savvy of the project team - and a bit of

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Photos by Christopher Lark Photography, Courtesy TMP Architecture fundraising - have delivered what may be considered a type of miracle.

“Some of the alumni and students never thought it would come true,” said UDM Director, Facility Operations, David Vandelinder.

For all those Doubting Thomases, seeing is believing. As the first free-standing building constructed on UDM’s McNichols campus in 42 years, this new 43,000-square-foot facility is clearly beautiful to behold and wonderful to exercise in, as proven by its high usage rate. An average of about 3,500 students a week, out of a total student population of 5,600 including the law and dental campuses, take part in Zumba, yoga and belly dancing classes or join Club Volleyball, cardio, basketball and weight training sessions. “People enjoy the space,” said Jeff Latinen, UDM fitness center manager. “For our campus, that number of people a week is very strong. We’ve been close to 5,000 a week

a couple of times.”

Prior to this project, fitness buffs at UDM had to “compete” for the gym with the formidable Detroit Titans and other student athletes engaged in competitive, intramural sports in the nearby Calihan Hall. Students were often confined to early morning or late night exercise sessions, but UDM students now have a home of their own, complete with gym courts, a dance studio with a mirrored wall and hardwood floor, and a cardio, weight and stretching area, as well as a main student gathering area and a second-story lounge.

A CONSTRUCTION AND DESIGN WORKOUT Construction-wise, The Monahan Company, a well-respected firm celebrating its 90th anniversary this year, had to work in extremely close proximity to the underground grid of the University’s primary and secondary electrical “Voice Of The Construction Industry”®

feeds. At one point, they even had to tunnel below and temporarily support the primary feed to construct a tunnel to access steam and chilled water in a nearby building, said Project Director W. Daniel Monahan, The Monahan Company. At the end of the day, the company successfully linked the new building to the life line of MEP and domestic water systems, working with minimal disruption to the University.

The University commends The Monahan Company for keeping the campus safe and operational throughout the construction process. “One of our biggest concerns was keeping the area safe for students and keeping the campus operating,” said Vandelinder. “The Monahan Company did an excellent job.”

Design-wise, TMP had to balance two seemingly opposite building types. This amazing new fitness center complements the campus’s six core buildings originally constructed in 1926 and 1927. “We wanted to keep some of the character of these sandstone buildings and their Spanish tile roofs,” said Vandelinder. Classic, elegant and almost monastic, these structures are part of the identity of this well-established campus whose clay tile roofs, ornate clock tower and traditional academic buildings have been

gracing the intersection of McNichols and Livernois in Detroit for over 80 years.

“One of the design challenges of this building was to maintain the classic feel of the original buildings yet express the dynamism of a fitness center,” said TMP Principal John Miller, AIA. A purely contemporary building would not align with the University’s vision of its campus.

TMP’s design solution crafted a structure expressive of both worlds. A building of buffcolored burnished block, a perimeter clay tile roof and gray-tinted windows with black mullions root the building in the campus’s architectural tradition. The fitness difference: a large canopy dominates the entry and a twostory glass curtain wall wraps almost the entire southwest corner.

“The key was this celebration of glass on the corner,” said Miller.

“The use of large expanses of glass inside and outside the building gives it that dynamic character. It is especially expressive in the evening.”

This large glass “TV screen” is always tuned to the fitness channel. At night, this glass showcase glows with the light within and offers a full view of students jogging on the track or playing basketball in the gym. “We have done a number of recreation centers, and

one of the attributes of success is transparency,” said TMP Senior Vice President, Chief Design Officer David W. Larson, AIA. “People see into the interior and are drawn in by the excitement.”

Beyond its transparency, the building extends in front of the rest of the campus buildings that begin at the University’s main Livernois Avenue entrance and line the length of the now-closed Florence Avenue, a former city street now converted into an outdoor campus commons. “We projected the building out from the main campus entrance so people could see the energy within the fitness center as they entered campus or from the nearby dorms,” said Larson.

EXERCISING IN A POOL OF LIGHT The glass is a bridge drawing together this classic campus and the new fitness center.

These large expanses of glass fill the interior with wonderful vistas of the campus’s classic buildings. Walk the mezzanine-level track and get a glimpse of the beautiful clock tower on UDM’s powerhouse. Shoot some hoops in the first-level court and enjoy the view of the carved stone festooning the doorway of the neighboring Engineering Building. Take in the view of the new campus commons through the

Inspired design and the generous use of glass have created a fitness center with an open, airy and light-filled interior.

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For safety and security, the combination of interior glass walls and the placement of the welcome desk give the staff a clear view of the entire facility. “Security and safety wise, we can see everything that is happening,” said Latinen. “If someone is injured, we can get to them more quickly.”

The new fitness center’s clay tile roof and burnished block is in perfect harmony with the classic buildings and ornate clock tower of UDM’s core campus buildings, originally constructed in 1926 and 1927.

glass curtain wall fronting the lobby lounge on the first floor and a pocket lounge on the second.

Glass walls, in lieu of block, divide the interior, creating open sight lines between virtually all spaces. A wall of tempered glass divides the lobby lounge from the gym court and the court from the main corridor.

“We did not want to create a series of separate spaces where you walk down the corridor and behind a series of doors is the gym or the exercise room,” said Miller.

Students walking up the wide, open staircase to the second-level cardio, weight and stretching area can enjoy the view of the new outdoor tennis pavilion through the large windows of the stair landing.

On both levels, the extensive use of glass and the layout join to create an open, high-volume space. “You can see everything from everywhere,” said Miller. “When you go upstairs the exercise areas are wide open to the courts, and the track wraps around the entire interior. The track on the second floor actually extends around the perimeter of the lobby lounge. It doesn’t just circle around the court like in most fitness centers.”

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A SLIM BUDGET The project is even more amazing given its limited budget and tight timeframe for both design and construction. Using today’s tight dollars, TMP designed a building remarkably similar to the campus buildings originally constructed in 1926. “Replicating the sandstone with a burnished block was a significant cost savings,” said Miller. “The burnished block has a finish very similar to sandstone. The quality control can be very good, because it is a manufactured product.”

The clay tile roof is a lovely optical illusion, said Larson, because the tiles only blanket the sloped perimeter. The flat, central portion of the roof is a white PVC membrane on a steel metal deck, said Monahan.

“We had a very tight budget, and the challenge to maintain the image of this building was something we fought hard to hold onto,” added Larson. “To keep the amount of glass and other materials, we kept all the other systems as simple as possible. The structural system is very straightforward. We saved a significant amount of money by getting the building footprint to the size where we didn’t have to put fireproofing on the structural steel.”

The schedule was as tight as the budget. “We had a total of 18 months from the time we began design to the time UDM wanted to open the doors,” said Miller. “We had six months to complete the entire design, beginning with programming and on through schematic design, design development, construction documents and the bidding process.”

The Monahan Company had less than a year to complete construction. The company launched construction in early November 2011 and reached completion in mid-August 2012, said Monahan. The schedule was accelerated to allow the students to use the facility at the beginning of the September semester.

Fortunately, the schedule was met, thanks to excellent teamwork and a prior history of partnership at UDM between all three organizations.

“Having worked with the client and the contractor before was indispensable in meeting this aggressive schedule,” said Miller. Troybased Peter Basso Associates, Inc. as the MEP engineer was yet another

The windows at court level offer a glimpse of the classic details gracing the doorway of the neighboring Engineering Building.

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familiar face on the project team.

TMP’s long history with UDM includes design of the student union, the sciences building and one of the dormitories in the late 1960’s. More recently, TMP was the architect for the complete renovation of UDM’s commerce and finance building. TMP and The Monahan Company have worked together on the renovation of UDM’s Chemistry Building, a new campus roadway and the new tennis courts and pavilion.

AN UNDERGROUND OBSTACLE COURSE Construction for the new fitness center began in November 2011. At first glance, building a new structure on a vacant, treeless plot of land may seem like a job on easy street.

But a web of underground electrical feeds presented a host of concerns. The campus’s secondary electrical feed from the surrounding neighborhood runs along the former Florence Avenue, now the University commons located at the very doorstep of the new fitness center.

“The power line actually crosses just in front of the building at about a distance of only 10 feet,” said Monahan. Needless to say, The Monahan Company had to work very carefully along the south face of the site during installation of footings for the poured-in-place concrete foundations.

Along the west, the campus’s primary electric feed threads its way between the fitness center and the neighboring Engineering Building. “This 4,800-volt power line was a major challenge,” said Monahan. “It was only buried about two feet deep.” Added Vandelinder, “Had there been damage to this line it would have taken the entire campus down – both our primary and secondary electric feeds. It was very critical work.”

Adding even more complexity to the work below-grade, The Monahan Company had to build a tunnel between the fitness center and Engineering Building to access steam and chilled water for the mechanical system. The Monahan Company actually tunneled beneath the electric feed, temporarily supporting the concrete-encased electrical conduit. “Once we did all the underground work, we had to build a temporary road over the electric feed to protect it from the weight of the machinery as we worked on that side of the building,” said Monahan.

Clearly, establishing the MEP systems for the new facility was quite a workout itself. In addition, tying the fitness center’s electrical system to the main distribution system in the campus powerhouse located due northwest of the new building involved coordinating two or three major shutdowns of the campus. The Monahan Company also installed a new water main to service the building. “We had to bring a two- to three-inch domestic feed, plus another fire suppression system feed, into the

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building, coordinating all the work with the University,” said Monahan.

MUD VS. SNOW Actual soil conditions presented additional concerns. “Soil borings showed that the first three feet of soil was unacceptable for building,” said Monahan. “We removed this layer of soil, erasing the need to dig out the footings. The footings were basically built up out of the ground, and the building pad was filled back in.” About 10 percent of the building pad required excavation of an additional foot of soft soil and installation of engineered backfill.

For much of the project, Old Man Winter took a vacation last year, turning off the snow machine and brutal cold on jobsites across Michigan in 2011. This easy winter was a blessing for the construction of a building with a great deal of masonry. However, the snow gave way to mud on the UDM jobsite. “With all the scaffolding and heavy forklifts needed for masonry work, we had an extensive system of temporary roadways around the building that had to be put in place to keep the work going through this muddy winter,” said Monahan.

“Once the work on the walls was complete, all of the stone for the temporary roads had to be removed to allow for landscaping.”

BUILDING A PLACE TO PLAY The Monahan Company enclosed the building in mid-March 2012, delivering the interior in five months. Working in an interior with exposed ceilings and infrastructure involved drawing together the web of overhead systems in a visually appealing way.

With exposed ceilings, “all the conduit and pipe has to be installed aesthetically and painted to achieve a finish quality,” said Monahan.

However, the prime interior challenge was th e placement of the gym floor. This quintessential place to play takes a lot of work to build.

Kiefer Specialty Flooring, Inc., a national flooring specialist based in Lindenhurst, Illinois, handled the court floors in the gym, as well as the replacement of Calihan Hall’s floor two years ago.

First, the crew had “to wait for moisture in the concrete slabs to migrate out,” said Larson.

“The wood has to acclimate before you can even think about installing the floor.” Actual installation takes about eight weeks. “It takes a long time to put the wood down,” said Monahan. “The subsequent stages are sanding, sealing and letting it dry and then repeating those steps again.”

Additionally, all construction activities above the gym had to be completed prior to floor installation to avoid marring this new beautifully installed, sustainably harvested maple gym floor. “We had to make sure everything was in place, painted and finished

above the gym to avoid any dust or damage to the court floor,” said Monahan.

The engineering of athletic court flooring is as complex as the installation. “The cushioning system used here is the same as in Calihan, which meets NCAA standards,” said Larson.

“These types of floors have very strict standards that mandate a certain amount of bounce and measure the deflection or amount of distortion in the floor.”

MORE THAN A GYM The interior is as expertly designed and crafted as the gym floor and the classic exterior. The running track’s guard rail has an Art Deco feel, linking the interior to the design of the classic exterior. “The interior has a nice finish feel to it, which relates to the refined exterior of the building,” said Miller. “The guard rail is very detailed and falls into the craftsmantype mode, and acts as a necklace going around the entire space.”

Color bands in the porcelain tile flooring in the lobby lounge, the corridor and in the tiled restrooms add another touch to this warm, inviting facility. Another special touch is the roofing treatment of the large canopy as viewed from the second-story lounge.

Students gain a grand panorama of the campus, and a view of a specialty roofing membrane enhanced with a photo of small pebbles and cobbles.

The welcome desk is clad in a combination of wood veneers and solid surface countertops. Attractive pendant lighting fixtures in UDM’s Titan red school colors add to the pleasant ambiance.

Boosting the welcoming feel, acoustic clouds over the welcome desk and along the main corridor create spaces of human-scale in an interior with 40-foot-tall volumes. “The acoustic clouds give a little refinement and enclosure to the space,” said Miller. The curved corridor clouds will ultimately provide a wonderful sight line to the new natatorium. “TMP tied this building into the future natatorium by playfully putting a wave in these acoustical clouds,” said Vandelinder.

With its quality finishes, this new fitness facility was the perfect place for the University president’s annual Christmas party. The facility even serves the non-fitness buff on a regular basis with the addition of the two student lounges, a café in the lobby lounge named Tommy’s in honor of the University mascot, and even separate restrooms accessible without entering the exercise zone.

“Everything about the project is very positive,” said Vandelinder. “The communication was very open, which is what we prefer on a project.” TMP seconds that statement.

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Clearly, this great team delivered a great project. UDM students now have a secure, light-filled exercise facility with a full complement of fitness programs. To a full schedule of lectures, exams and study, a UDM student can now zap in “Zumba from 5 to 6 pm” in their daily e-planners. And the UDM campus now has another quality building to add to their classic collection.

The following is a list of subcontractors on the UDM Fitness Center: • Site Work – Cordelia Excavating, Clinton Township • Asphalt Paving – Hutch Paving, Warren • Fencing – Motor City Fencing, Troy • Landscaping – Chas F. Irish, Warren • Foundations – V & O Contracting, Clinton Township • Concrete Flatwork – MJ Van Overbeke and Sons, Inc., Casco

• Masonry – D’Alosio Masonry and Construction, Farmington • Structural Steel – B & A Structural Steel, Inc., Chesterfield • Carpentry – Detroit Metropolitan Construction, Inc., Birmingham • Joint Sealants, Waterproofing – Arisco Contracting Group, Detroit • EIFS – Superior Design, Inc., Oakland Township • Roofing, Metal Panels – Esko Roofing and Sheet Metal, Washington • Doors, Frames, Hardware – Gamalski Building Specialties, Auburn Hills • Glass & Glazing – Chamberlain Glass and Metal, St. Clair • Tile – B & B Tile & Marble Co., Fair Haven • Gym Floor, Running Track – Kiefer Floors, Lindenhurst, IL • Fitness Equipment – Life Fitness, Schiller Park, IL • Floor covering – Vocheck Flooring, Sterling Heights • Painting – Michael Meda Painting and Finishing, Inc., Grosse Pointe • TA, TP Lockers – Steel Equipment Co., Pontiac • Shades – Delta Products, Harper Woods

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Gym Equipment – CM Associates, Brighton Millwork – Trend Millwork, Lincoln Park Elevator – Thyssen Krupp, Oak Park Fire Protection – Cardinal Fire Protection, Royal Oak Plumbing, HVAC – Long Mechanical, Northville Electric – V Pizzo Electric, Clinton Township Fireproofing – Russell Plastering Co., Ferndale Equipment Rental – NES Rentals, Lincoln Park Applied Foam – Stoney Creek Services, Westland Furniture – Sauder, Archbold, OH Site Surveying – Landwise, Inc., Dearborn

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Drill Bits from Metabo Feature Solid Carbide Head Bits reduce vibration, drills more precise holes Metabo Corporation, a leading international manufacturer of professional grade portable electric power tools and abrasives for industrial, construction and welding applications, has introduced a new carbide-tipped SDS-Plus drill bit for use in a variety of concrete, masonry and stone applications. The Ultra-X drill bit features a 4 x 90º unique solid carbide head that reduces vibration and drills more precise holes than other bits on the market.

Designed for optimal drilling performance in reinforced concrete, the bit’s flute design prevents lock-up when rebar is encountered and quickly removes dust through its short, wide channels. The Ultra-X has a chisel-shaped bit head that penetrates material rapidly as well as various design characteristics that contribute to faster drilling, extended bit and tool life and ease of operation. The one piece 4-cutter solid carbide head offers optimal performance in reinforced concrete, while its optimized flute core strength maximizes impact and bit strength.

Bit diameters range from 3/16” to 9/16” with drilling depths from 2” to 16”.

For more information contact Jere Geib, Metabo Corporation, 1231 Wilson Drive, West Chester, PA 19380. Tel: 800/ 638-2264; Fax: 800/ 638-2261; E-mail: jgeib@metabousa.com; Web: www.metabousa.com.

trenching companies, general contractors, municipalities, gas and water boards, cable layers, utilities, and local authorities.

These backfill tampers offer slow, powerful blows that efficiently and quickly compact all types of backfill, including clays and soils contacting high percentages of finely crushed or powdered materials. Delivering 800 blows per minute, the CP 0003 is built to handle light- to mediumcompacting applications, while the CP 0004 delivers 780 blows per minute to handle heaviercompacting jobs.

The CP 0003 weighs 30 pounds, has a length of 4.3 feet, a body diameter of 0.87 inches, a butt size of 5 inches and air consumption of 133 gallons per minute.

The CP 0004 weighs 42 pounds, has a length of 4.2 feet, a body diameter of 0.98 inches, a butt size of 6.3 inches and air consumption of 206 gallons per minute.

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0004 tampers are secured to the lower end of the piston rod. Models with an aluminum butt are held with a clamp screw for quick, easy replacement. A valve in the back head assembly controls the reciprocating movement of the piston while the hand valve controls the airflow. The CP 0003 is equipped with a simplate valve, while the CP 0004 has a ring valve.

Boasting a long-life and lowmaintenance, the CP 0003 and the CP 0004 are designed with unique features that make them first-class compaction tools. The heat-treated cylinder and chrome-plated piston are engineered to significantly extend tool life, and the integral oiler continuously lubricates the tools during operation. And, the exhaust deflector directs air, moisture and oil away from the operator during use.

For more information, contact: Eudes Defoe (216) 571-7615, eudes.defoe@cp.com, or visit www.cp.com.

Chicago Pneumatic Backfill Tampers Offer Full Power for Compacting Soil and Backfilling Trenches The Chicago Pneumatic CP 0003 and CP 0004 backfill tampers are designed to compact soil around existing infrastructure, such as foundations, and to compact backfill in trenches. With their lightweight, well balanced and easy-to-use design, both backfill tamper models can be easily operated by one person and are ideal for Visit us online at www.cammagazineonline.com

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PRODUCT SHOWCASE Grundfos Unveils MAGNA3: The Most Energy-Efficient Circulator Available in North America Boasting the highest energy-efficiency rating available for circulator pumps in North America today, the MAGNA3 from Grundfos is at the forefront of smart pump technology. Making its North American debut on Jan. 28, the Grundfos MAGNA3 is an energy optimized, variable-speed wet rotor circulator that features a permanent magnet motor design that will cut power consumption up to 85 percent, as compared with other circulators in its class.

MAGNA3 offers much more than the ability to match pump speed to varying system loads. Grundfos is the only manufacturer to offer a variablespeed electronically commutated motor (ECM)-based circulator that uses an integrated logic algorithm to “learn” the varying energy-usage patterns of an application over time, enabling the software to automatically determine the lowest possible operating efficiency point to meet ever-changing demand. By continuously fine tuning power consumption and flow rates to meet the dynamic needs of the system, this AUTOADAPT function saves both energy and money.

The AUTOADAPT function is so powerful that eight out of every 10 installations can rely on this feature to automatically select the optimal setting, with no additional human intervention. For the installer, that simply means plug and play and walk away.

Easy to install, operate and maintain, the innovative MAGNA3 features easy interfacing with building management systems and built-in heat energy metering.

Additionally, wireless connectivity enables handheld pump control, monitoring and reporting capabilities by Grundfos GO, a mobile toolbox available on Apple and Android devices.

In addition, MAGNA3 now handles temperatures as low as 15 degrees Fahrenheit, making it an even better choice for cooling as well as heating applications.

Grundfos has dramatically improved the pump’s range by increasing the maximum head to almost 60 feet and the maximum flow to approximately 570 gallons per minute. And with more than 35single and

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twin circulators in cast iron or stainless steel, MAGNA3 is the solution for a wide range of commercial and domestic application: heating, cooling and air-conditioning, domestic hot water, ground source heat pump, and solar heating.

Grundfos will begin shipping the MAGNA3 to customers in the United States, Canada and Mexico during summer 2013.

Following the launch, Grundfos will host a number of regional training events for representatives and key stakeholders, including engineers, contractors, wholesalers and industry gurus. In addition to training, the regional events will feature promotional and social opportunities.

The MAGNA3 is built on 40 years of experience and has been subjected to more 1 million hours of rigorous testing. At the AHR Expo in Dallas, it will be joined by a number of existing Grundfos innovations, including Grundfos GO, ALPHA, MLE motors, Hydro MPC BoosterpaQ, TPE and Comfort Auto.

For more information, visit the website at www.grundfos.us.

New Rain Sensor for Automated Window and Vent Closing A new rugged and reliable rain sensor is being used to automatically close vents and windows. Limitations in previously available sensor technology have made this seemingly simple task very difficult.

Hydreon Corporation of Minnesota has introduced the RG-11 Optical Rain Gauge.

With the RG-11, applications such as greenhouses, agriculture, and louver vents are enjoying simple and effective ventilation, and properly closing the ventilation in the event of a downpour. In some cases these systems can replace far more costly and less efficient air conditioning systems.

The RG-11 Rain Gauge is an optical sensor, and is sensitive to even tiny amounts of rain.

In contrast, rain sensors used in irrigation do not detect rain until several millimeters have already fallen. That is far too insensitive for most window-closing applications. Further, and in contrast to other sensing technologies, the RG-11 stops sensing rain when the rain stops. It does not need to wait for the water to evaporate.

The Hydreon RG-11 is based on the same principle used in automotive windshield

wiper control system. Consequently, it is immune to external contaminants, a problem which plagues conductive rain sensors. DIP switches within the device set the sensitivity, and the RG-11 can be set to various modes of operation. The device may be set as a simple on/off "it's raining" indicator, or used to emulate a tipping bucket where qualitative measurement of rainfall rate is desired.

Interfacing is through simple relay contacts.

The RG-11 costs $49.00 each in quantity of three. Further information is available at www.rainsensors.com or contact Rein Teder, president, Hydreon Corporation, 952-9432378, or info@hydreon.com

Magnalight.com by Larson Electronics Releases High Intensity LED Sensor Light Larson Electronics’ Magnalight.com has announced the release of a sensor equipped LED area light for industrial and commercial applications.

The LED250-1227-OS is designed to provide an automatically operated lighting solution for indoor and outdoor applications where efficiency, power and convenience are desired.

Weatherproof and built to withstand demanding environments, this LED sensor light offers light output comparable to 250 watt halogen fixtures with the convenience of automatic night/day or motion activated operation.

The LED250-1227-OS LED Sensor Light from Larson Electronics’ Magnalight is a powerful and durable sensor operated LED area light that provides the high performance of LEDs combined with the convenience of automatic night/day and motion sensing operation. Built to withstand demanding conditions, this LED sensor light is constructed of tough aluminum with a durable powder coat finish for resistance to the elements. The LED assembly is protected by a shatterproof polycarbonate lens with water tight seal, and all the mounting hardware is heavy gauge and designed to resist rust and corrosion. This LED light is weatherproof, vapor proof, and highly resistant to damage from shocks and impacts, making it ideal for security and outdoor lighting applications.

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The LED250-1227-OS LED sensor light is fitted with a high quality sensor which can detect both movement and light levels, making it well suited to use as a security light for parking areas, walkways, entryways, and building exteriors. The motion and light sensing capability of this light also makes it a good choice for use in areas where operators would like a light that automatically comes on when someone enters the area, and automatically switches off once they leave. This feature is desirable for those wanting to solve the problem of lights being left on while areas are not in use, thus reducing energy use and increasing lamp longevity. This LED floodlight provides plenty of illumination with output comparable to 250 watt metal halide floodlights. While the beam is longer but not as wide as a metal halide, the intensity and coverage makes it a very good alternative to hot running and higher maintenance HID lighting systems. Magnalight equips this sensor light with a heavy duty mounting bracket with four predrilled holes for easy installation and adjustable lamp and sensor brackets for precise control of operation.

This lamp operates with standard 120-277 VAC current and has a rated operation life of 50,000+ hours, making it a simple and reliable lighting solution for those wanting automatic operation without compromising output or coverage.

Larson Electronics’ Magnalight.com carries an extensive inventory of LED work lights, LED wall pack lights, LED floodlights, and 12/24 volt LED lights. Visit www.magnalight.com to view their entire inventory of LED lighting solutions, or contact them for more information by calling 1-800-369-6671 or 1-214-616-6180 for international inquiries.

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Larson Electronics Introduces Cart Mounted 25 KVA Temporary Power Distribution System The MGL25-8C-480-120V-GFI Temporary Power Distribution System from Larson Electronics converts three phase 480V current to usable single phase 240V AC and 120V AC for applications where operators must tap into high voltages independently of the local power grid. Safeguarded by

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fused and integral GFI breaker protection, this portable substation provides multiple 120 VAC and 240 VAC outlets to allow operating multiple devices from a single primary 3 Phase 480 VAC power source where standard power sources are unavailable.

The MGL25-8C-480-120V-GFI temporary power distribution substation allows operators to tap into and convert a 480 VAC single primary three phase input to single phase 120 and 240 VAC current through an onboard 25 KVA transformer and distribute this current through multiple outlets. An included 50 feet of line power cord fitted with a 480V 60amp 3ph/4 wire plug allows operators to easily and quickly tap into generators and external lines running 480V 3 phase power. Primary current control is provided by a main on/off switch with fused disconnect for secure operation and safe primary feed to the onboard 25KVA transformer. The transformer steps down the 480V primary current to usable standard 240 and 120 VAC which is fed into a 125 amp load center with main breaker for protection against overloading. Secondary power is distributed through six 20amp, 120v, GFI protected waterproof duplex receptacles and two 30amp, 250v receptacles to allow convenient connection of equipment and industrial lighting requiring standard voltages. The secondary line includes additional protection in the form of six 20amp, 125 Volt, 1 pole breakers and 2 30amp, 250v, 2 pole breakers.

The load center is fitted with an optional glass door, (solid door standard) which allows operators to quickly and easily inspect the system for maintenance and servicing purposes. The load center housing is Nema 4/12 rated for protection against the elements and constructed of steel with a durable grey finish for protection against corrosion and dampness. The entire 25 KVA transformer and load center assembly is mounted to a heavy duty cart with rugged rubber tires, allowing operators to easily move the unit about the work area without the need for forklifts or cranes. The cart and load center assembly are fully grounded and an included rear mounted storage rack provides convenient storage for the included 5o foot line power cord. This portable power transformer/substation is ideal for plant turnarounds and new building construction where connection to the local power grid is impractical or undesired and allows operators to run multiple devices including up to 1250 watts of lighting from a single source of high voltage 480V current.

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PEOPLE IN CONSTRUCTION Sachse Construction, a Detroit-based premium commercial construction company, announced that it has hired Steven R. Berlage as president and chief operating officer. Todd Sachse, previously president, will remain the Strong Berlage active owner and CEO. Berlage brings more than 30 years of experience in the construction industry; he has managed the healthcare, higher education, commercial and public market segments. Also, Broder & Sachse Real Estate Services, Inc., a Birmingham-based full service commercial, multi-family residential and industrial real estate company, recently announced the hiring of Julie Strong as a property manager. Prior to joining Broder & Sachse, Strong was director of asset management at a realty and investment company; her management expertise spans the development and implementation of management systems and shopping center operations, as well as tenant and government relations.

Skanska USA has announced that Bert Booy has been promoted to vice president of preconstruction.

He is based out of Skanska’s Kalamazoo office and, in his new position, will oversee preconstruction efforts for Booy the company’s Michigan, Ohio and Tennessee operations. Booy has been with Skanska USA for 12 years. Also, Skanska USA has announced that Healthcare Design Magazine has selected Andrew Quirk as an Quirk inaugural member of The HCD 10 – an elite group of professionals who represent the most inspirational and influential work of the previous year. Quirk is Skanska’s senior vice president and national director of its Healthcare Center of Excellence.

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Gov. Rick Snyder today announced the appointment of Anthony D'Ascenzo to the State Plumbing Board. Created in 2002, the seven-member Board oversees the licensure of D’Ascenzo plumbers and makes orders, rules and regulations to ensure the integrity of Michigan's plumbing industry. D'Ascenzo is president of Guardian Plumbing and Heating Inc., Livonia, where he has worked for more than 35 years. He is former president of the Michigan Plumbing and Mechanical Contractors Association and is a current member of the Mechanical Contractors Association of Detroit Board of Directors. D'Ascenzo is a licensed master plumber, journeyman plumber and boiler installer. He will represent licensed master plumbers securing permits, and fills the vacancy created by the resignation of Duane Branch. D'Ascenzo will serve the remainder of a three-year term that expires June 30, 2013, and his appointment is subject to the advice and consent of the Senate.

McDowell & Associates, a Professional Engineering Firm with offices in Ferndale and Midland, is pleased to announce the hiring of Katherine M. Lamb, PE, as Senior Engineer and Hydrogeologist.

Her role will include geotechnical and hydrogeological consulting, as well as design of shoring systems and monitoring using geotechnical instrumentation. She is a registered Professional Engineer in the State of Michigan with eight years experience in geotechnical engineering and hydrogeology.

James Mumby, AIA, LEED AP BD+C has joined Quinn Evans Architects as a Principal in their Ann Arbor office. Mumby is a library advocate who has dedicated the past 25 years of his career to the design of public libraries. He has concentrated his efforts towards sustainability of our libraries through planning Mumby concepts which establish them as true centers of community. He has shared his expertise lecturing widely from Michigan to China, and has been involved in more than 35 new or renovated library projects.

Mumby is a member of the American Library Association, Public Library Association, LLAMA Architecture for Public Libraries, Michigan Library Association, Indiana Library Federation, North Carolina Library Association, the Virginia Library Association, and the American Institute of Architects.

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Wade Trim’s Transportation Group has expanded with the additions of Bridget Bienkowski, EIT, and Hassan Sobh, EIT, who joined the firm’s Taylor office as engineers. Bienkowski has spent three years with the Center for Transportation Research conducting research on traffic-related issues Bienkowski Sobh including travel demand management and access management improvements. Sobh brings two years of design experience on transportation projects including roads, bridges and maintenance of traffic plans. He is certified in bridge safety inspection by the National Highway Institute. Wade Trim has more than 300 professional and support staff in 15 offices throughout Michigan and five other states.

CORPORATE NEWS The Michigan Chapter of Associated General Contractors (AGC) awarded Tooles Contracting and Clark Construction a 2013 Build Michigan Award for the construction of New East English Village Preparatory Academy in Detroit. The award was presented in February 2013 at the Firekeepers Casino & Hotel in Battle Creek. The New East English Village Preparatory Academy has successfully transformed two schools into one academic setting, creating a permanent home and a safe, modern learning environment that strengthens the school community and the City of Detroit. The New East English Village Preparatory Academy is LEED Gold certified. The building received the award from the U.S Green Building Council.

Plumbing Professors, based in Canton Twp., a 24-hour service plumbing, sewer repair and epoxy pipe lining company, has been awarded a pipe lining contract by CBL & Associates Properties, Inc. of Chattanooga, TN, for work to be performed at the Laurel Park Place Mall in Livonia. The contract calls for re-lining a deteriorated sewer pipe located under the restaurants. The unusual job conditions require that the pipe lining process take place only on weekends so as not to disrupt the mall’s tenants. Visit their website at www.plumbingprofessors.com to learn more.

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April 7-10, 2013 – APWA North American Snow Conference Charlotte Convention Center, Charlotte, NC Join the American Public Works Association (APWA) at their “Show for Snow” - four days of winter maintenance education, an expanded lineup of fleet and emergency management sessions, an exhibit program, and an appearance by NASCAR Legend, Jeff Hammond. With the variety of winter weather events occurring each year, even as far south as Dallas and Atlanta, winter maintenance programs now include more than just snow removal.

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July 25-28, 2013 – American Society of Concrete Contractors – Concrete Executive Leadership Forum The Breakers, Palm Beach, FL To register or for more information, visit www.ascconline.org or call 866-788-2722.

September 12 – 15, 2013 - American Society of Concrete Contractors – Annual Conference Sheraton Columbus at Capital Square, Columbus, OH To register or for more information, visit www.ascconline.org or call 866-788-2722.

April 23-24, 2013 – Missouri Concrete Conference Missouri University of Science and Technology, Havener Center, Rolla, MO Conference presentations will include Type I-L cement, unusual concrete mixtures, recycled concrete aggregate for structures and pavements, alkali-silica reaction (ASR) mitigation and testing, petrography, laser-induced breakdown spectroscopy, problems and solutions with box beams, joints and girders, full depth reclamation, airfield aggregate-related failures, modular slab joint repair systems, building slab moisture remedies, roller compacted concrete residential projects, basics of quality, and World Trade Center concrete. Certificates to document Personal Development Hours will be provided.

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CAM WELCOMES NEW MEMBERS APPLIED CONSTRUCTION SERVICES LLC, BERKLEY AQUARIAN RESTORATION LLC, DETROIT BAY MACHINING AND SALES, INC., BAY CITY BROCK & ASSOCIATES, INC., NOVI B & S HEATING & COOLING, BRIDGEPORT C A HULL CO. INC., WALLED LAKE CENTURY CEMENT CO., INC., RIVERVIEW CIVILTECH LLC, CANTON CONCRETE CENTRAL, INC., GRAND RAPIDS DAWDA MANN MULCAHY & SADLER PLC, BLOOMFIELD HILLS DOMESTIC FORGE & FORMING, INC., NEW HAVEN EARL'S CARPET SHOP, MARQUETTE INNERBOX LOADING SYSTEMS, INC., GRAND RAPIDS MILAN CAST METAL CORPORATION, MILAN NAKKULA ENTERPRISES LLC DBA SERVPRO, CLINTON TWP. NORTH AMERICAN CONSTRUCTION ENTERPRISES LLC, ST. CLAIR SHORES PATRIOT CONCRETE GRINDING LLC, TROY PUTMAN & SONS PLUMBING, INC., ROCHESTER HILLS ROYAL CREST CONSTRUCTION, INC., ORTONILLE SECURATECH, FARMINGTON HILLS SNYDER & STALEY ENGINEERING PLC, SAGINAW

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ADVERTISERS INDEX ARC/Dunn Blue ..................................................................................19 Ace Cutting Equipment ..................................................................33 Aluminum Supply Company/Marshall Sales ..............................6 Amalio Corporation ..........................................................................35 Arisco ..................................................................................................19 Better Bolting, Inc. ............................................................................39 Bratic Enterprises, LLC ......................................................................11 Bricklayers and Allied Craftworkers Union Local #1 ..............29 CAM Administrative Services ..........................................................3 CAM Affinity ......................................................................................IBC CAM Comp ..........................................................................................37 CAM ECPN............................................................................................39 CAM Magazine ..................................................................................49 C.F.C.U. ....................................................................................................7 Cendrowski Corporate Advisors ..................................................BC Connelly Crane Rental Corp...........................................................48 DRC Contract Cleaning Restorative Drying ..............................12 Detroit Dismantling..........................................................................11 Detroit Terrazzo Contractors Association ..................................50 Doeren Mayhew ................................................................................47 Executive Vehicle Sales, Inc. ..........................................................23 Facca Richter & Pregler, P.C.............................................................49 Fishbeck, Thompson, Carr & Huber, Inc. ....................................31 G2 Consulting Group ......................................................................45 Hartland Insurance Group, Inc. ....................................................17 Jeffers Crane Service, Inc.................................................................33 Klochko Equipment Rental Co.........................................................9 Lawrence Technological University ............................................19 MasonPro, Inc. ..................................................................................IFC McCoig Materials ..............................................................................15 Michielutti Brothers ..........................................................................47 North American Dismantling Corp..............................................51 Oakland Companies ........................................................................10 Oakland Metal Sales, Inc. ................................................................52 Plante Moran PLLC ............................................................................25 Potter Distributing ............................................................................23 Robert J. Gullo, PLC ..........................................................................27 SMRCA ..................................................................................................44 Scaffolding Inc. ..................................................................................31 Shaw Electric ......................................................................................49 Spartan Specialties ..........................................................................13 Sullivan, Ward, Asher & Patton, P.C. ..............................................51 Treysta Partners ................................................................................33 Valenti Trobec Chandler Inc/Griffin Smalley & Wilkerson ......5 Woods Contruction, Inc. ..................................................................27 Zervos Group ......................................................................................12

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