Transformation of THE PENN DISTRICT in NYC to Create Vibrant Spaces to Support New Lifestyle

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Turner Construction Company is playing a major role in the ongoing transformation of THE PENN DISTRICT in New York City. The general contractor is working with Vornado Realty Trust to convert two skyscrapers, PENN 1 and PENN 2, into high-end modern towers with wonderful new amenities. As project completion nears, tenants and members of the community are beginning to benefit from the transformation. What makes this work special is that the structure of the old buildings is being retained by using the substance of the old high-rises. This leads to much more sustainable construction. The high-rises are being improved to … Read more

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Milestone Achieved on Luxury High-Rise in Utah

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Construction crews have placed the final beam atop the 41-floor Astra Tower luxury high-rise, marking the completion of structural steel work on Utah’s new tallest building. The downtown Salt Lake City tower has been steadily rising since the first above-grade concrete was poured in early 2023, rising a full level every seven days, on average. Astra Tower now stands over 450 feet tall and re-defines Salt Lake’s urban skyline. Now that the structural steel work is done, the focus of the Astra Tower project has turned to utilities systems and interior and exterior finishes. When the tower is fully completed … Read more

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SkyPodz LLC Develops New Crane-Hoisted Jobsite Office

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SkyPodz LLC announces the SkyPod, a mobile office and storage structure for high-rise construction projects, increasing productivity by allowing site managers and superintendents to remain closer to their work. The lightweight, temporary office structure is capable of being hoisted by crane and mounted to any floor during construction. Providing an enclosed office, storage and power source for any trade, a SkyPod saves the effort and labor hours of employees traveling to and from the mobile office on the ground. Made from a lightweight aluminum 20-foot modified container, a SkyPod is mounted to an underslung steel beam assembly with outrigger beams … Read more

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