It seems like we talked about the use of our ground-thaw equipment at First Solar just a few weeks ago.

As you may recall Rudolph-Libbe needed to thaw out the ground for the 47,000 sq ft office so they could finish grading and place concrete. With that done the team began enclosing the section so finishes could get begin. Continue reading →

Weather conditions can strap you with delays all the way to the end of a project. This doesn't have to be the case, however.

Weather will be what it will be, but, with the right plan, you can still complete the job on time.  Such is the case with the Fostoria High School project.

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Last time we dived into numerical data to compare and contrast the equipment required to effectively treat moisture and temperature concerns on construction projects.

Your goals ultimately determine the best solution.  With that in mind, here are some common problems and how equipment can help: Continue reading →

The single most important factor for success on the job site is whether or not you have a clear overall goal.

With a clear goal you can assess the project as a whole, and this kind of thinking benefits all parties, even it sometimes means making decisions that go against conventional thinking. Continue reading →

I am willing to wager that if you are taking the time to read this article you have probably lost either time or money due to flooring issues or you know someone who has.

How contractors deal with unplanned events can make or break a project.  The good news?  Very few cases are truly irrecoverable.  We're going to take a quick look at the two most common problem areas on sites today, like concrete moisture, and the impact of controlling the climate on your job site. Continue reading →

Extended schedule projects that involve constant travel pose unique challenges.

Luckily Shook Construction are experts at “looking down the road,” and especially so at the Collins Park WTR project. Continue reading →

Few things are more gratifying than a well-executed plan.

On the heels of our discussion on large sub-base drying a few weeks ago, we've witnessed another example of how hydronic systems make navigating the muddy waters of spring-time construction (pun intended) that much easier. Continue reading →

With an ever-increasing number of products in the field, how do you know when it's worth it to switch from your go-to to something new?

We want to help you make the right decision for your job, so lets break down some subtle product differences, starting with Ardex.

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Large scale projects are difficult in and of themselves.  But when the contractor has to travel from a few states away it's even harder.

Such is the case for Contegra Construction Co. out of Edwardsville, IL. Tasked with completing a 500,000 sq ft addition to the Walgreens Distribution Center in Perrysburg, OH, the team quickly ran into challenging conditions typical of Northern Ohio winters.

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The spring showers that usher in warmer weather bring with them a rather unwelcome guest for construction: moisture.

If your structure wasn't sealed before the waves of rain and damp, you could encounter serious problems with your sub-base. A waterlogged sub-base is no place for new concrete, so it's time to consider your options to fix the problem.

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