The Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center is undergoing a significant expansion and modernization project, which includes the construction of an 11-story patient tower. This project is part of a $900 million investment aimed at transforming the delivery of care in northeastern Pennsylvania. With about 600,000 ft2 (about half the area of Chicago's Millennium Park) added, this expansion will nearly double the size of the medical center. This expansion will enhance the medical center's ... Read more
Berkel & Company Contractors (Berkel) is spearheading the renovation and expansion of two historic buildings in Washington, D.C. The renovations aim to address a backlog of upgrades, comply with modern building codes, enhance security, and improve energy efficiency. As part of a broader effort to consolidate the agency's staff into a more efficient and modern workspace, the renovations began in 2021 and are expected to take several years to complete. For this project, Berkel is f ... Read more
Murray Logan Construction, now part of the Vecellio Group, specializes in heavy construction and has a formidable reputation in Southeastern Florida. Recently, Murray Logan has been involved in a significant project in West Palm Beach. This project includes bulkhead repair, removal of an old dock, and the construction of a new dock in a luxury residential area. This work was crucial for maintaining the structural integrity and functionality of the private waterfront property. It also high ... Read more
Segment 09, also known as the Orr Road to Rocky River Road West stretch, is a two-mile addition to the existing greenway that spans 30 plus miles between Pineville and the Cabarrus County line. It is part of the ambitious Cross Charlotte Trail Project currently under construction in Charlotte, NC. When completed, a delightful network of trails for walkers, joggers, and cyclists will have been created. However, this trail won't just be a scenic route--it will also connect to nearby amenities givi ... Read more
Polivka International, based in Charlotte, NC, specializes in railroad construction, project management, and industrial site development and is known for its expertise in rail infrastructure design and construction. Currently, they are set to conduct production drilling at a railroad site in Maryland using two Comacchio drill rigs rented from International Construction Equipment, Inc. (ICE®). Known for their efficiency and reliability in drilling operations, the Comacchio CH 650 multipurpose d ... Read more
On the southern banks of the Monongahela and Ohio Rivers sits Mt. Washington, PA. Just outside of downtown Pittsburgh, PA. Formally known as Coal Hill, with its easy access to the Pittsburgh coal mines, Mount Washington allowed several coal mines to base their operations there. Rock and sandstone were transported up and down the hill on Mt. Washington due to its access to the river, utilizing boats to haul material from the coal mines to other areas. However, this now local tourist a ... Read more
The $3.1-billion extension of Sound Transit's Light Rail Federal Way Link system in the Seattle, WA metropolitan area will transform the way that residents travel for work and leisure purposes. Under construction since 2019, the extension will be 7.8 miles long and will feature three new stations, creating a faster alternative route for those traveling between the cities of SeaTac and Federal Way in Washington state. Completion is estimated to be late 2026 and will serve an estimated 3 ... Read more
Updated Bridge in Florida Pan Handle
The pan handle of Florida has some of the most diverse and unpredictable weather. Heavy rains, high gusty winds, and baking hot temperatures can lead to the deterioration of man-made structures such as bridges and other infrastructures. Just outside of Holt, FL, a new bridge was built to replace the older two-lane bridge that previously served Santa Rose County residents. This bridge is a part of the Blackwater River State Forest which has several attrac ... Read more
GSI Strengthens Cellular Infrastructure Edited by Debbie Reaney A recent cell tower retrofit was performed by GeoStabilization International (GSI), experts at providing solutions for protecting wind, solar, storage, power & energy infrastructure. GSI was selected as a subcontractor for this project, working for General Contractor, K-Co Enterprises out of Piedmont SC. K Co Enterprises serves all phases of commercial concrete, foundation, and tower construction needs in the south-e ... Read more
Anchoring Lover's Leap Edited by: Debbie Reaney Route 58 is Virginia's longest highway, stretching from the Atlantic Ocean to the southwest tip of Virginia. It traverses five separate Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) districts - Hampton Roads, Richmond, Lynchburg, Salem and Bristol; making it an important 508 miles. In the spring of 2022, VDOT's chosen design-build contractor, Branch Civil Inc. (BCI), began work on the fourth phase of a $300 million project to widen Route ... Read more
