Deck replacement is under way on Chicago�s 54-year-old Congress Parkway Bridge. This phase of the project takes out the existing open-grid steel deck and replaces it with new closed-deck system that has a skid-resistant surface to make a smoother, safer ride for drivers. Deck removal is being handled by Omega Demolition using two 115-ton Liebherr cranes from Imperial Crane Service. General contractor for the overall rehabilitation project, which began in April and is scheduled for completion in October, is Walsh Construction Co., Chicago. The bridge, which carries 139,000 vehicles per day over the South Branch of the Chicago River in
The Friendly Confines might soon be getting new neighbors. Development plans for an eight-story hotel, retail stores and apartments across the street from Wrigley Field unanimously passed the Chicago City Council June 30. Development plans for an eight-story hotel, retail stores and apartments across the street from Wrigley Field passed the Chicago City Council June 30. The $100-million Addison Park on Clark development will overlook Wrigley from the south side of Addison Street and stretch south on Clark Street about one block. �We�re extremely happy,� says Anthony (Tony) Rossi Sr., managing partner for Chicago-based M&R Development. �It took a long
The Chicago Department of Aviation (CDA) hosted the Russian Minister of Transport, Igor Levitin, and an eight-member delegation at O'Hare International Airport on June 23. Levitin and the delegation met with CDA Commissioner Rosemarie S. Andolino and senior staff members during their visit. Their discussion covered numerous airport management topics, including safety and security, operations, construction, sustainability, financial and legal procedures at O'Hare and Midway International Airports. The group also toured one of O'Hare's terminals, learned about the CDA's Sustainable Airport Manual and participated in discussions about airport construction, terminal recycling, water, power and emissions management. Levitin says he traveled
(Marketwire - June 23) - The Midwest market region of the U.S., consisting of the states of Kansas, Missouri, Nebraska, Iowa, Minnesota, North Dakota and South Dakota, has 59 major industrial projects valued at $2.55 billion planned to kick off this July. The data was released by Industrial Info Resources of Sugar Land, Texas. The region narrowly edges out the West Coast region, which has 58 projects valued at $2.46 billion, and the Rocky Mountain region, which has $2.44 billion of July project starts spread over 31 projects. Windfarms and alternative fuels projects feature prominently among the Midwest's top projects.
Illinois Gov. Pat Quinn and Indiana Gov. Mitch Daniels signed legislation June 9 that will bring the two states together to build the Illiana Expressway, connecting I-55 from south of Joliet, Ill., to I-65 near Lowell, Ind. The Memorandum of Understanding calls for the two states to share the funding and responsibility of preliminary engineering, modeling and forecasting, and planning and permitting for the $1 billion project, which is expected to create nearly 14,000 jobs in Illinois. �The first step is having the two states move together to determine the most feasible way to connect the two states with 50
Sheet Metal Workers’ Local 36 has demonstrated its dedication to the community by donating time and money to local charity organizations. St. Vincent Home for Children and Stray Rescue of St. Louis are two recent beneficiaries of Local 36’s generosity. Sheet Metal Workers� Local 36 recently donated time and money to local charity organizations.From left, Ernie Angelbeck and David C. Zimmermann, both with Local 36; and Lee Ann Taylor, St. Vincent Home for Children. Sheet Metal Workers� Local 36 recently donated time and money to local charity organizations.Bob Barrett, Local 36; Randy Grim, Stray Rescue of St. Louis; and Angelbeck.
Shepherds Ministries of Union Grove, Wis., held a groundbreaking event to celebrate a new housing facility that when complete, will provide Shepherds College students with a special place to call home. Shepherds College is a three-year post-secondary education program for individuals with intellectual disabilities. Related Links: The Boldt Co. Gets Biomass Contract Briohn Building Corp. to Build Process Displays Headquarters Wisconsin Monastery Achieves LEED Platinum Certification Premier Design + Build Group to Build Office, Improvements New Student Housing Project Underway at Shepherds College Guarantee Electrical Completes $50 Million Green Data Center Joliet Junior College Dedicates Greenhouse Facility DeMattia Group Breaks
Governor Pat Quinn was joined by Illinois Department of Transportation officials recently to unveil a $12.84 billion Multi-Year Highway Improvement Program for Fiscal Years 2011-2016. Related Links: Officials Announce $410 Million for O�Hare Program Widest Concrete Bridge Deck Pour in Missouri History Begins Calhoun Road Reconstruction Design Wins Multiple Awards Alliance Announces Wisconsin Renewable Energy Project Commissioner Andolino Keynotes First Annual IRTBA Green Council Meeting INDOT Awards $21 Million Contract for S.R. 45/46 Bypass Project Cline Avenue Solution Restores Traffic Across Indiana Canal in Six Months Illinois� Six-Year Plan Includes Over $2 Billion in Highway Funds St. Marys River Cleanup
The Great Lakes Legacy Act cleanup of a section of the St. Marys River near the MCM Marine facility is now under way. In February, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and Consumers Energy Co. signed a project agreement to begin the cleanup of a section of the river. Related Links: Officials Announce $410 Million for O�Hare Program Widest Concrete Bridge Deck Pour in Missouri History Begins Calhoun Road Reconstruction Design Wins Multiple Awards Alliance Announces Wisconsin Renewable Energy Project Commissioner Andolino Keynotes First Annual IRTBA Green Council Meeting INDOT Awards $21 Million Contract for S.R. 45/46 Bypass Project Cline Avenue Solution
Members of a building trade student association at Illinois State University are giving back to the community by helping to build the community. Recently, they were recognized for their achievements by a national construction association. Related Links: SMACNA Chicago Trade Show Focuses on Cutting-Edge Technology Clark Construction Becomes First Contractor to Receive Michigan Award Subcontractor Associations Join Forces Magellan Race Raises $250,000 to Aid Northwestern Brain Tumor Institute Miron Construction Announces New Milwaukee Office Wisconsin�s Faith Technologies gets AGC�s top award for safety Wisconsin’s Faith Technologies gets AGC’s top award for safety Holland Construction Services Receives Multiple Safety Awards ComEd