Mechanical Construction • Team Construct • Design Assist • Design Build • Facility Maintenance Service • Building Automation Issue No. 3 Fall/Winter 2006 CONNECTING WITH MAINTAIN BUILD DESIGN Limbach Embraces BIM: Building Information Modeling Providing its customers the best in class mechanical contracting services and implementing new technology is a hallmark of Limbach. This is what consistently separates Limbach from its competitors. Limbach is continuing with this standard by incorporating the process of taking 2-D coordination drawings and converting them to 3-D shop drawings in our design procedure. The idea of converting 2-D drawings into 3-D images is not a new concept, but it is being elevated to an entirely different level. Building Information Modeling (BIM) is a process of modeling that coordinates the design aspects of a project with the construction side. This collaboration will ultimately result in major benefits for firms and, in turn, for the customer. BIM is about combining computable data about a project within the electronic design that can be easily modified and automatically updated. The key to the model’s innovation is the amount of detailed information available with respect to the project. The 3-D, 4-D and 5-D models provide information about the properties of materials incorporated in the design. It incorporates the functionality of physical objects such as doors and windows, as well as, the notion of abstract concepts such as space and organization. BIM is also equipped with the ability to detect problems of said design and materials; essentially being able to fix problems before they arise. BIM also incorporates estimating and scheduling capabilities, and alternative designs as fourth and fifth dimensions. With these capabilities, there are numerous benefits to Building Information Modeling. This methodology streamlines the design process, produces more accurate and efficient time and cost estimates, and prevents costly construction mistakes. Overall, BIM reduces costs, time, and risk, resulting in higher quality work and profitability of projects...the fundamentals of Limbach standards. The potential benefits of incorporating BIM in the design and implementation process are remarkable and support Limbach’s goal to provide innovative mechanical solutions. Currently, Limbach is working the Bakersfield Memorial Hospital to implement BIM. At Bakersfield, Limbach utilized Cadduct, QuickPen Piping & Navisworks software (all branches have been utilizing these programs over the last few years). Limbach was able to provide general contractor Rudolph & Sletten, Inc. their first real look at the powerful technology of BIM. Limbach also furthered the success of the project by implementing this unique 3-D coordination process. Limbach plans to implement this technology in many more projects to come. www.limbachinc.com | Healthcare • Institutional & Government • Entertainment & Leisure • Commercial • Residential • Retail • Mission Critical • Transportation • Manufacturing
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Mechanical Construction • Team Construct • Design Assist • Design Build • Facility Maintenance Service • Building Automation
Issue No. 3Fall/Winter 2006
CONNECTING WITH
MAINTAINBUILDDESIGN
Limbach Embraces BIM: Building Information ModelingProviding its customers the best in class mechanical contracting services and implementing new technology is a hallmark of Limbach. This is what consistently separates Limbach from its competitors. Limbach is continuing with this standard by incorporating the process of taking 2-D coordination drawings and converting them to 3-D shop drawings in our design procedure.
The idea of converting 2-D drawings into 3-D images is not a new concept, but it is being elevated to an entirely different level. Building Information Modeling (BIM) is a process of modeling that coordinates the design aspects of a project with the construction side. This collaboration will ultimately result in major benefits for firms and, in turn, for the customer.
BIM is about combining computable data about a project within the electronic design that can be easily modified and automatically updated. The key to the model’s innovation is the amount of detailed information available with respect to the project. The 3-D, 4-D and 5-D models provide information about the properties of materials incorporated in the design. It incorporates the functionality of physical objects such as doors and windows, as well as, the notion of abstract concepts such as space and organization. BIM is also equipped with the ability to detect problems of said design and materials; essentially being able to fix problems before they arise. BIM also incorporates estimating and scheduling capabilities, and alternative designs as fourth and fifth dimensions.
With these capabilities, there are numerous benefits to Building Information Modeling. This methodology streamlines the design process, produces more accurate and efficient time and cost estimates, and prevents costly construction mistakes. Overall, BIM reduces costs, time, and risk, resulting in higher quality work and profitability of projects...the fundamentals of Limbach standards.
The potential benefits of incorporating BIM in the design and implementation process are remarkable and support Limbach’s goal to provide innovative mechanical solutions. Currently, Limbach is working the Bakersfield Memorial Hospital to implement BIM. At Bakersfield, Limbach utilized Cadduct, QuickPen Piping & Navisworks software (all branches have been utilizing these programs over the last few years). Limbach was able to provide general contractor Rudolph & Sletten, Inc. their first real look at the powerful technology of BIM. Limbach also furthered the success of the project by implementing this unique 3-D coordination process. Limbach plans to implement this technology in many more projects to come.
LIMBACH PITTSBURGH DELIVERS ENGINEERING SOLUTIONS!Continental Building Systems awarded a Design Build contract to Limbach for the 50,000 square foot expansion to the Civil & Environmental Consultants (CEC) Headquarters Building in Pittsburgh, PA.
The HVAC system is designed and engineered by Mechanical Professional Services (MPS). Our in-house Engineer, Rick Mosser, has designed a practical, energy-efficient system to achieve a “Silver” LEED certification in accordance with the U.S. Green Building Council rating system.
Start-up and commissioning is in the final stages as CEC plans to occupy the new addition this winter.
LIMBACH D.C. OVERCOMES CHALLENGES TO MEETING LEED STANDARDSLimbach’s D.C. branch was commissioned by the Department of Defense to be the design build mechanical and electrical subcontractor for the Pentagon Library and Conference Center project in Arlington, VA. Due to the complexity of the government standards and intricate design for the project, Limbach faced many challenges to meet the LEED standards; however, the project, nearing completion, will be LEED certified. The two-story multi-use facility, includes a multiple room conference center, a Library, Kitchen & Food Services Facility and Pentagon Police Agency.
This Design Build project for the Pentagon involved the conversion of an existing athletic center into a library and conference center. The work encompassed two stories and 121,000 square feet, and included a total renovation and installation of all new mechanical and electrical systems. Limbach incorporated multiple unique mechanical systems, including collective protection air handling system with HEPA filtration, site chilled and steam, and heat recovery for preheat and humidity control. The project incorporated extensive accommodations for information technology systems, including design of pathways for LAN distribution systems, as well as several communication equipment rooms.
Limbach faced major obstacles to accomplish the LEED requirements, primarily due to the multiple uses and mostly underground nature of the facility. However, Limbach was able to implement several energy conservation strategies in the design and construction of the project. A few examples include a super-insulated “green” roof and the installation of mechanical systems that actually exceed the LEED base case standards for energy use by 30%. The facility was designed to meet the Anti-Terrorism/ Force Protection standards of the Department of Defense. The project is expected to qualify for a LEED “Silver” rating when it is submitted for evaluation later this year.
LIMBACH REMEMBERS CHARLIE BOYDEarly Monday, November 13, 2006, Limbach lost a great individual, someone very dear to our hearts. Charlie Boyd passed away after fighting a serious illness for the past several months. Charlie was a devoted employee and a kind person.
For those of you that had the opportunity to be his friend or work closely with Charlie, you would agree that we lost a good man, a man that truly cared about the people with whom he interfaced with. He touched so many people with his brilliance, optimism, loyalty, energy, commitment, a can do attitude... a man with a driven passion to do the best he could in everything he did. He had many positive attributes that made him the Charlie Boyd we all knew... possibly his number one trait was being a teacher. He always wanted to share his immense knowledge of the business and help others to be successful.
Charlie was the Executive Vice President of National Sales and oversaw Mechanical Professional Services (Limbach’s in-house engineering division). He dedicated over 35 years of his life to working with Limbach, sharing his vast knowledge of the industry; it was indeed vast. Charlie was the past president of the Mechanical Contractors Association of Detroit and past board member of the Mechanical Contractors Association of America.
Outside work, Charlie was just as active and enthusiastic about life and helping others. He was a past board member of Mariner’s Inn, Detroit, a homeless and drug rehab center. A graduate of Virginia Tech, Charlie was an avid Virginia Tech and University of Michigan football fan. Charlie also enjoyed playing golf and listening to oldies and Motown music. He leaves behind three people he loved so dearly – his wife, Joanne, and their two children, Charlie and Carolyn.
Sometimes life is difficult to explain or even understand. Charlie left us too early, but with the time he had, he made his mark, touched many, and truly made a difference in this world. Touching memories of him will always be with us.
HANDS ON SAFETYRobert Wilder, Limbach National Safety Chairperson
Since assuming the Chair of the National Safety & Wellness Committee (NS & WC) in June 2006, I’ve learned a lot about our sister companies at Limbach. One of the first things I noticed is there are no cultural differences between branches when it comes to Safety. Everyone I’ve talked to throughout the various trades, whether in the field or the office, has the same common goals of working safely and going home each and every day to their families in the same shape they started the day.
However, I have also seen an alarming upswing in one very key area, vehicle accidents. Whether we are at fault or not is not the issue. The fact that one of our employees was involved in an incident and was at risk of being injured does not meet with our common goal of getting home safely. Incident & Injury Free (IIF) does not punch a time clock; it is 24/7. We care for our employees wherever they are.
As drivers, we must remember that it is our responsibility to be aware of our surroundings, which includes all other drivers, pedestrians, as well as weather and road conditions.
Driving is something that almost every employee does on a daily basis and with one in five drivers on the road involved in a traffic accident each year, the odds say that we are due our share of these accidents. After all, the roadways are
dangerous. Aren’t vehicle accidents to be expected? They are just the price we must pay for living in the modern, fast-paced world of the 21st Century.
WRONG! Just as we have not, and will not tolerate that working in the construction industry means expecting an occasional serious debilitating injury or catastrophic loss of a life as part of doing business, we do not accept vehicle accidents as a price we must pay for driving. We expect our employees to drive accident free.
As IIF becomes ingrained in the cultures of every Limbach branch and in the mindset of all employees, it will continue to influence others and spread throughout the construction, as well as other industries. So too, will the idea that safe driving is everybody’s responsibility. By continually teaching ourselves to think before we do and to remain focused upon the task at hand, we will create a community where arriving to work safely is the easiest part of our day.
Proper reporting of all accidents and near misses while traveling to and from work holds the same importance as accident reporting on the job. As a driver, be sure you have all the paperwork you need to be able to report any incident immediately to your Safety Manager. Remember, “The show cannot go on without you” – drive safely.
LIMBACH PITTSBURGH CELEBRATES SAFETY MILESTONEOn Friday August 25, 2006, the Pittsburgh Branch employees along with the Corporate Services team gathered together to celebrate working three consecutive years without a lost workday. Mike Balistreri and Marty Keyser led off the event with a discussion on the development of our safety culture as well as an overview of recent company accomplishments. After that, attendees enjoyed a barbeque lunch followed by games and prizes for all in attendance. Thanks to all who attended and to all Limbach employees who are helping us to work Incident and Injury Free.
MERCY SUBURBAN HOSPITAL - ER ADDITION COMPLETEWilliard Limbach recently completed the HVAC installation for Mercy Suburban Hospital’s 65,000 square foot ER / OR addition. The hospital, located in Norristown, Pennsylvania, is an energy-efficient Green facility, the first of its kind on the East Coast.
Due to space constraints at the facility, Williard Limbach installed a modular 900-ton chiller plant designed to comply with LEED requirements. The new chiller plant, which replaced the 30-year-old existing 600-ton plant, has improved the overall efficiency of the hospital’s HVAC systems over 30 percent by reducing energy consumption and harmful emissions.
There are four degrees of LEED certification, Certified, Silver, Gold and Platinum. Mercy Suburban Hospital is seeking the LEED Gold certification for its new expansion and renovation project. Complying with LEED standards is a challenge but with the coordination, effort and workmanship of the Williard Limbach team the facility is getting closer to their certification.
JOE DOODY RETIRESJoe Doody, Executive Vice President in charge of Special Strategic Projects, has retired after almost three decades of dedicated service to the Limbach Family.
Joe Doody has been with Limbach and its former affiliate company, Williard Inc., in Philadelphia, for the past 28 years. Mr. Doody has served a variety of positions including CFO of Williard Inc. and
President and CEO of its wholly owned subsidiaries, Fire Protection Industries and Entertech Services, an Energy Services Company. He was CEO and President of Williard Inc. for 17 years and most recently served as President of the Eastern Region of Limbach Facility Services for the past 3 years.
Prior to joining the company, Mr. Doody had over 12 years experience in the manufacturing and hospital industry sectors which included the engineering standards group of ITT Nesbitt, a leading HVAC manufacturer, and American Medicorp, a leading for profit chain working in the design build construction group. Mr. Doody also served on the Board of Directors of the Eastern Division of the Mechanical Contractors Association for over 10 years.
Mr. Doody obtained a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration in 1966 from LaSalle University and received a Graduate degree from LaSalle in 1987 with an MBA in Finance.
Limbach has truly benefited from the expertise and professionalism that Mr. Doody has contributed over the last 28 years. Those of us who have known Mr. Doody personally will truly miss his presence at the office. Limbach extends its best wishes and greatest appreciation to Mr. Doody in his retirement.
LIMBACH TAKES THE LEEDAs our world continues to change and grow, the need for environmental responsibility is becoming increasingly more critical, especially within the building industry. Limbach recognizes the necessity of energy conservation and conscientiousness and faces it head on by designing smart, energy-efficient Green and LEED certified projects. What is LEED? Over the last several years, the U.S. Green Building Council has developed the Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Green Building Rating System to create a nationally recognized standard for the creation, construction and operation of a truly Green Building.
The LEED Rating System attempts to unify the building industry by providing credible standards that address various building types and the different phases of a building lifecycle and offer the tools to create a Green Building. According to the USGBC, there are five key areas in which LEED focuses its approach to sustainability: sustainable site development, water savings, energy efficiency, materials selection, and indoor environmental quality. To become LEED Certified, a building project is assessed and awarded points for meeting specifications within each of these categories. A project can achieve a Certified, Silver, Gold or Platinum certification according to the project’s final points assessment.
LEED has tailored individual programs to prepare and guide projects through implementation according to the project type and lifecycle phase. The LEED programs include: New commercial construction and major renovation projects; Existing building operations and maintenance; Commercial interiors projects; Core and shell development projects; Homes; and Neighborhood development. Each of these programs is assessed accordingly.
The purpose of the LEED System is to transform the building industry and its impact on society, the environment and an overall quality of life. Social responsibility is a fundamental value at Limbach; it is instilled in our employees and reflected in our work. Many of Limbach’s projects have gained the LEED certification designation among a wide variety of industries.
Limbach is committed to create and maintain comprehensive solutions that consistently exceed customer expectations and benefit all parties involved. In order to maintain this commitment and still remain socially responsible, you must act proactively. Limbach provides Performance Contracting, a process that begins involvement with the initial concept meeting and carries through to the final program implementation. The success of this performance-based program is attributed to preventing failure cycles of systems by initial Energy Design Alternatives, Best in Class Construction Services, and proper Maintenance after implementation. With proper planning and execution, initial costs can be minimized and production costs can be reduced through energy efficient consumption systems.
The benefits of energy conservation extend beyond its impact on our direct environment. Limbach continually produces systems that reduce energy costs and result in profitability increases for our customers. Some of Limbach’s Green or LEED projects include:
• Civil & Environmental Consultants Office Building – Pittsburgh, PA
• David L. Lawrence Convention Center – Pittsburgh, PA
• East Valley High School – Los Angeles, CA
• Lazarus/S. High Street Renovation – Columbus, OH
• Manulife Project – Boston, MA
• Mercy Suburban Hospital – Philadelphia, PA
• National Defense University – Washington, D.C.
• Ohio Veteran’s Home – Columbus, OH
• The Pentagon Library & Conference Center – Washington, D.C.
• Worthington Schools – Columbus, OH
Upper Arlington City Schools - Columbus, OH
Detroit Lions Practice Facili ty - Allen Park, MI
LEED Certified
Geneva College of Science & Engineering Building - Pittsburgh, PA
Sand Lake Hospital Central Energy PlantOwner: ORMC Customer: Robins & Morton Market: Healthcare Service: HVAC & Plumbing Location: Orlando, FL
Ozzy PropertiesOwner: Ozzy Properties Inc.Customer: Columbia ConstructionMarket: CommercialService: Value EngineeringLocation: North Andover, MA
1330 Boylston StreetOwner: 1330 Holdings LLCCustomer: Suffolk ConstructionMarket: CommercialService: Team ConstructLocation: Boston, MA
Fidelity, 245 Summer StreetOwner: Fidelity Real Estate CompanyCustomer: Payton ConstructionMarket: CommercialService: Team ConstructLocation: Boston, MA
McCarter & EnglishOwner: McCarter & EnglishCustomer: Jones Lang LaSalle LLCMarket: CommercialService: Team ConstructLocation: Boston, MA
Tufts University 6th & 7th FloorsOwner: Tufts UniversityCustomer: Greene ConstructionMarket: InstitutionalService: Team ConstructLocation: Boston, MA
East Valley High School Owner: LAUSDCustomer: Turner ConstructionMarket: InstitutionalService: Team ConstructLocation: Los Angeles, CA Bakersfield Memorial Phase 1AOwner: Catholic Health Care W./Northridge HospitalCustomer: Rudolph & SlettenMarket: HealthcareService: Team ConstructLocation: Bakersfield, CA California Science Center Phase IIOwner: California Science Center FoundationCustomer: Morley ConstructionMarket: InstitutionalService: Plans & Specs.Location: Los Angeles, CA
Select Health – Latrobe Area HospitalOwner: Excela HealthCustomer: A. Martini & Co.Market: HealthcareService: Plans & SpecLocation: Latrobe, PA
LanxessOwner: LanxessCustomer: Deklewa & Sons ConstructionMarket: LabService: Plans & SpecLocation: Pittsburgh, PA
University of Pittsburgh – Public Safety BuildingOwner: University of PittsburghCustomer: P.J. Dick, Inc.Market: OfficeService: Plans & SpecLocation: Pittsburgh, PA
Gailliot Center for Newman Studies Owner: Gailliot CenterCustomer: P.J. DickMarket: EducationalService: Team ConstructLocation: Pittsburgh, PA
Sand Lake Central Energy PlantOwner: ORMC Customer: Robins & Morton Market: HealthcareService: Plan & Spec Location: Orlando, FL
ERAU North Plant Expansion Owner: ERAU Customer: A.M.Weigel Market: Industrial Service: Design Build Location: Daytona Beach, FL
ERAU New Residence Hall Owner: ERAU Customer: Stellar Group Market: Office Service: Plan & Spec Location: Daytona Beach, FL
Parrish Medical Center Owner: Parrish Medical Center Cusotmer: Johnson Controls Market: HealthcareService: Plan & Spec Location: Cocoa, FL
USF Tampa Infrastructure Owner: USF Customer: Kenyon & Partners Market: Mech Equip room Service: Plan & Spec Location: Tampa, FL
Bunnell School Renovation Owner: Flagler County Schools Customer: Siemens Market: Municipal Service: Team Construct Location: Bunnell, FL
Indian River County Jail Owner: Indian River County Customer: Peter Brown Construction Market: Institutional Service: Plan & Spec Location: Indian River, FL
Pasco High School DDD Owner: Pasco County Schools Customer: Skanska Market: Municipal Service: Plan & Spec Location: Land-0-Lakes, FL
Ross Heart HospitalOwner: Ohio State UniversityCustomer: Ohio State UniversityMarket: HealthcareService: Plan & SpecLocation: Columbus, OH
Sterling Data CenterOwner: Sterling CommerceCustomer: Skanska-ShookMarket: CommerceService: Plan & SpecLocation: Columbus, OH
Energy Conservation ProjectOwner: Teays Valley SchoolsCustomer: Teays Valley SchoolsMarket: EducationalService: Performance ContractingLocation: Columbus, OH
R&D E/M DynoOwner: Honda Research & DevelopmentCustomer: Honda Research & DevelopmentMarket: Research & DevelopmentService: Plan & SpecLocation: Columbus, OH
Indoor Water Park RenovationOwner: Cherry Valley LodgeCustomer: Horizon Construction CompanyMarket: EntertainmentService: Plan & SpecLocation: Columbus, OH
Boston:Mark Guidi Promoted to Assistant Project Engineer
Rich MagueHired as Branch Controller
William Sacco Promoted to Contract Manager
Columbus:Bob KeckPromoted to Shipping Manager
Tom MagnusonPromoted to Senior Project Manager
Sheri McCoyHired as Executive Assistant
Ginny O’NeillHired as Service Coordinator
Brent WilburnHired as Truck Driver
Corporate:Greg DunnHired as Assistant Controller
Carey HaysHired as Receptionist
David LeathersHired as Sr. Vice President, Director of Service & Maintenance
Peggy SissemPromoted to Director of Compliance
Scott Wright Hired as Senior Attorney
Detroit:Debbie Bulinda Hired as Administrative Expeditor - Providence Hospital
Kyle Maurer Hired as Engineering & Management Training
Ken Ostach Hired as Sr. Project Manager for MGM Casino
Kip Schultz Promoted to Estimating Manager
Florida:Jody JonesHired as Receptionist
Michele Mack Hired as Project Control Administrative Assistant
Teri SchaganeHired as Accounting Clerk
Chris Wong Hired as Southeast Region Controller
Los Angeles:Cintia GomezHired as Office Manager/Executive Assistant
Philadelphia:Kenneth Gallagher Hired as Safety Manager
Pittsburgh:Jim Bennett Hired as Project Manager
Linda Cecchetti Promoted to Admin/Expediter
Luke MosserHired as Warehouse Driver
Kim Roscoe Hired as Accounting Clerk
Mike Yakich Hired as Project Engineer Washington, DC:Tim Feehely Hired as a Controller
Greg Frey Hired as a Service Account Executive
Howard Geiger III Hired as an Estimator
Robert Harbert Hired as a Project Manager
Loretta Jones Hired as a Service Senior Accountant
James Larson Hired as a Commissioning Manager
Harry Lightfoot Hired as a Project Manager
Kristen Terry Hired as a Service Dispatcher
LIMBACH’S PROMOTIONS AND NEW HIRESAs part of Limbach’s continual growth process, there have been promotions and new hires at many of our locations. We would like to extend our warmest welcome and congratulations to all!
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