LF Driscoll Hosts Calder Gardens Virtual Diversity Outreach Events
LF Driscoll, BFW Group, and Aegis Property Group are holding two virtual outreach events for M/W/DBE trade firms and suppliers for the Calder Gardens project, a new museum on the Ben Franklin Parkway. This presentation will give more information
Mass Timber Moisture Management
Mass timber absorbs and retains significantly more moisture than traditional wood building materials. Vapro Shields details how to avoid the stains, mold, and rot, while keeping the project on schedule. From Vapro Shields: When wet, mass timber requires an
AGC Mental Health & Suicide Prevention Forum
AGC is hosting a Mental Health & Suicide Prevention Forum, to gather/share information, resources, and best practices among stakeholders in the construction industry. Mental Health & Suicide Prevention Forum Date: Thursday, January 19, 2023 Time: 2:45pm – 3:45pm Location:
GBCA Safety Toolbox Talk: Trenching and Excavation: Sloping and Benching
This GBCA Safety Toolbox Talk discusses sloping and benching, two protective systems to prevent cave-ins in excavation and trenching activities. Click below to download the Toolbox Talk as a multi-page handout. DOWNLOAD Trenching and Excavation: Sloping and Benching
GBCA Safety Toolbox Talk: Trenching and Excavation: Shielding and Shoring
This GBCA Safety Toolbox Talk discusses shielding and shoring, two protective systems to prevent cave-ins in excavation and trenching activities. Click below to download the Toolbox Talk as a multi-page handout. DOWNLOAD Trenching and Excavation: Shielding and Shoring
Preservation Trades Center Launches Carpentry Academy
The Preservation Trades Center (PTC) at Eastern State Penitentiary is starting a Carpentry Academy in 2023, a 6-week paid hands-on training carpentry program with an emphasis on preservation work. Through specialty trade academies, the PTC connects Philadelphia communities that
2022 Construction Excellence Awards Photo Gallery
GBCA hosted its 25th Annual Construction Excellence Awards, the premier construction awards program recognizing quality workmanship and industry initiatives by GBCA members. Contractors, architects, and owners of 21 awards were honored at a ceremony held at Vie in Philadelphia
GBCA Gets into the Holiday Spirit
GBCA is getting into the holiday spirit! The office is open to members during regular business hours, and visitors will see our freshly set up Christmas tree. We are happy to help our members and want all of our
Eggs with OSHA: L&I Excavation Contractor Requirements
On December 1, GBCA held its last Eggs with OSHA of 2022. OSHA’s local representatives, Jake Ladd, James Touey, Theresa Downs, and Bret Robinson, gave updates about OSHA’s activities and upcoming campaigns. Elizabeth Baldwin from L&I discussed the new
Pride Enterprises Renovates Temple University’s Center for Anti-Racism and Africology
Temple University celebrated the grand opening of their new center for Anti-Racism and Africology, renovated by Pride Enterprises, Inc. The design and build of this project were completed by an all-African American team of builders, architects, and engineers.