The use of drones in construction has revolutionized the building industry. Learn how ACI uses a construction drone for roof inspections and other tasks. TRANSCRIPT: Hi, I’m George Ray with Associated Contractors, here today because construction is always getting a bad rap about not utilizing technology; we like to do things the way we’ve always…
ACI has always strived to be at the forefront of innovation in the construction industry. This includes new ways of organizing projects. Today, we are sitting down with George Ray, President and Owner of ACI, to talk about a more in-depth understanding of their streamlined design-build process. *Remarks have been edited for clarity* “Design-build is…
Different industries have different requirements for the buildings they use. Commercial construction projects, for example, will be very different from medical construction and design projects. To understand the differences between industrial, medical, and institutional construction projects, we sat down with George Ray, President and Owner of ACI, and discussed the differences between commercial construction and…
The current Pennsylvania COVID-19 crisis has left many businesses in a lurch. Some have had to shut down completely, others have been allowed to resume business operations under certain safety procedures. On May 1, 2020, construction companies joined other industries in reopening. Today we are joined by George Ray, President and Owner of Associated Contractors…
Expansion becomes a necessity when the daily business operations are too crowded and inhibited by the space in which the business occupies. Over time, your business may have increased needs, added multiples of equipment to handle product demand, overflowing storage space, and lack of parking for employees and customers. This poses a problem, with a…
Simply running a small business is a hefty task. Moreso, running it well and in a profitable manner is a huge feat. Adding in anything extra may seem like an overwhelming task, especially something like remodeling, adding on or building a new facility. Renovating or expanding your business is a sure sign of positive growth…
With winter upon us here in northwestern PA, we know that with the winter season comes heavy snowstorms, blowing and drifting snow, treacherous ice and frigid winds. These conditions create hazards when it comes to excessive weight to a building structure. These wintery conditions can also cause structural and/or cosmetic damage, as well as create…