Madison Concrete Construction Celebrates 50 Years in Business
Congratulations to Madison Concrete Construction, which celebrates 50 years of doing commercial concrete construction in the Philadelphia Region. Co-founder James Dolente Sr. served as GBCA’s Chairman of the Board from 2017-2018. James Dolente Sr. and his brother founded Madison Concrete
Philadelphia Developers Take Advantage of Opportunity Zones
Since they were announced in the 2017 Federal Tax Reform Package, Philadelphia’s business community has embraced Opportunity Zones (OZs), especially with the city’s modest population growth. GBCA President Benjamin Connors was recently quoted in a post by Capital Analytics Associates.
GBCA Safety Toolbox Talk: Cell Phone Use
Many incidents on job sites take place when we’re not paying attention or distracted. This week’s GBCA Safety Toolbox Talk discusses a common workplace distraction today: Cell Phone Use. Workplace Distractions: Cell Phone Use DOWNLOAD Safety is a
GBCA Member Spotlight: Horn Williamson, LLC
Horn Williamson, LLC is a construction law firm that serves clients throughout the Mid-Atlantic region. The firm focuses on all aspects of construction law, zoning, and commercial disputes. Its attorneys regularly counsel project owners, developers, general contractors, subcontractors, and material
Silvi Group Companies Pours Foundation for INTECH Project
On Saturday, October 12, 2019 Silvi Group Companies supplied the concrete for the foundation of the Arthaus project at Broad and Spruce Streets, being built by INTECH Construction. Bucks Concrete Services provided pumping assistance. The pour took place from 2:30am
2019 Active Member Dinner
On October 15, 2019, GBCA’s Active Members and invited guests gathered for dinner with the Keystone + Mountain + Lakes Regional Council of Carpenters at the Down Town Club in Philadelphia. KML Carpenters Executive Secretary-Treasurer William (Bill) C. Sproule and
Cyber Security Risks in Construction
At the 2019 Construction Technology Expo on October 29, Stephanie Snyder, Senior Vice President of AON Cyber Solutions, will discuss what contractors need to consider as we move more information into the digital realm. Cyber Security Risks in Construction Presenter:
ConstructorCast: Virtual Design
Listen to the latest episode of ConstructorCast: Virtual Design. Hear virtual design and construction (VDC) leaders Matt Hedke and Alan Todd from Barton Malow Company discuss the benefits of VDC, technology selection and how to ensure successful companywide integration. Barton
GBCA Safety Toolbox Talk: Hazard Recognition
The first step of worksite safety is to know the hazards to avoid. This week’s GBCA Safety Toolbox Talk discusses general hazard recognition. Hazard Recognition DOWNLOAD Safety is a way of life: Plan for your future.
CCT Network Meets Local 158
Carpenter Contractor Trust (CCT Network) recently spotlighted Keystone + Mountain + Lakes Regional Council of Carpenters Philadelphia Local 158. The video features scenes from Penn Medicine's Pavilion project, the Charles Library at Temple University, and Habitat for Humanity's Oxford Green