Joint Venture Team Delivers Modernization, Expansion Phase I at Otay Mesa Land Port of Entry

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The modernization and expansion program at the Otay Mesa Land Port of Entry has achieved a major milestone – the completion of Phase 1. Atkinson Construction, in a joint venture with Clark Construction Group, is leading construction efforts at the busiest commercial port of entry in California and the third busiest border crossing in the nation. The massive undertaking involved the construction of five new facilities, including the commercial annex building that will house the Secure Electronic Network for Travelers Rapid Inspection enrollment center and other CBP operations, the primary and exit inspection canopies, the hazmat inspection building with associated … Read more

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Cancer Center and Research Institute at CHRISTUS Mother Frances Hospital Tops Out

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The Northeast Texas Cancer and Research Institute in Tyler, Texas recently topped out. A Cottonwood Development project, the 85,000-square-foot research facility is located on the CHRISTUS Mother Frances Hospital – Tyler campus and will provide outpatient care to surrounding communities. General contractor McCarthy Building Companies, Inc. broke ground on the project in May 2021 and is expected to complete construction in September of this year. The Northeast Texas Cancer and Research Institute will consist of specialized areas for Texas Oncology, including 30,000 square feet of clinic space for medical, radiation and gynecologic oncology services, and nearly 3,000 square feet dedicated … Read more

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Caterpillar Launches Bigger, More Competitive Global Operator Challenge

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Caterpillar Inc. invites machine operators around the globe to put their skills and precision to the test in the 2022-23 Global Operator Challenge. The challenge allows men and women to prove their excellence in safely and efficiently operating Cat machinery. “More than 80 Cat dealers will host local, one-of-a-kind competitions, celebrating equipment operators and enabling them to showcase their exceptional skills in fun and dynamic ways,” said Tony Fassino, group president of Construction Industries. “Whether their expertise lies in digging a trench, moving aggregates or managing demolition, our Global Operator Challenge will be demanding for even the most experienced operators.” … Read more

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HostDime Corporate Headquarters, Data Center Reach Construction Milestone

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HostDime and construction firm Robins & Morton recently celebrated the topping out of HostDime’s new Orlando-area corporate headquarters and data center in Eatonville, Florida. When finished, the seven-story, 100,000-square-foot building will house the only enterprise Tier IV public data center in Central Florida, as well as adjoining offices, client-focused and community meeting spaces, sports court and a history of the internet museum. Tier IV is the highest level of reliability, with multiple levels of redundancy in a structure designed to withstand Category 5 hurricane-level winds. “The technology ecosystem in Orlando has grown so much. We’re proud to bring this innovative … Read more

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TDIndustries Contributes to Dallas Skyline with Design-Build Project

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As The Link at Uptown luxury office tower in Dallas, Texas draws in tenants to its stunning location, TDIndustries celebrates the completion of the mechanical construction phase of the Design-Build project. Over its three years of planning and construction with the owner and project partners Balfour Beatty, BOKA Powell and Kaizen Development, TD installed all of the HVAC, plumbing and building controls for the project, including three 300 ton chillers on the building’s roof. Thoughtful planning early on influenced design decisions that will save future repair and maintenance costs throughout the life of the building.

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