FEATURED PROJECT...
Corrective Measures Implementation - TETRA Technologies
FAIRBURY, NE - Working for TETRA Technologies, Inc., General Excavating recently completed work on a soil remediation project on a former TETRA site. HWS Consulting Group, Inc. investigated and provided a design for the implementation of corrective measures at the site located on the outskirts of Fairbury, Nebraska. The work site, part of an EPA voluntary clean up, is currently occupied by TETRA MICRONUTRIENTS and called for the excavation and amendment of contaminated soil.
General Excavating begin work by providing a project specific Health and Safety Plan. Level "C" OSHA safety measures were needed at the start of the project on the most contaminated areas. Level "C" requires Tyvek suits, _ mask respirators, air monitoring, and a decontamination station. Other less contaminated locations required Tyvek suits only.
The impacted soil was amended with granulated triple super phosphate, which helps neutralize the contamination, in six-inch lifts. The dirt was stockpiled on site until contamination levels were low of enough for the excavated soil to be transported to a disposal facility. Excavation was layed-out to avoid tracking over previously cleaned areas. Clean back fill was trucked from off site and the area was restored.
The Corrective Measures Implementation Project for TETRA Technologies, Inc. provided a number of obstacles with the weather being the most pervasive. Heavy and continual rains turned the project site into a quagmire making the storm water management plan for this site one of the most important elements. The work area was adjacent to wetlands so it did not take much additional moisture to make work difficult. Additional challenges included coordinating work on the site of an operating plant, maintaining thorough safety procedures, and progress documentation on the removal of contaminated soil.
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Environmental CONSTRUCTION
A Changing Of The Guard
Sooner or later it happens. A key fixture at a company is ready to tackle life at a different pace and it falls upon the successor to maintain the level of excellence established by his predecessor. General Excavating's environmental construction division is at that place. We thank Mike Stewart for over 20 years of dedicated service and welcome Ken Imig to our company. Ken has a wealth of experience and has worked with General Excavating and Mike a number of times over the years. Mike and Ken were asked to share some of their thoughts and experiences as they each embark on a new endeavor. You will still see Mike if you travel the "classic old car" circuit. He has a couple of cars waiting to be rebuilt, grandkids to chase around, and in his words, "looking forward to everyday being Saturday morning!"
Q.Ken, why did working at General Excavating appeal to you?
A.I have worked with General Excavating as an owner's rep and as a project manager for engineering firms and have always admired their organization. They have been terrific at generating solutions when I have come to them with problems in the past. They just seem to always have the right people for the job!
Q.Mike, you have worked with a lot of the same clients over the years. How were you able to build this kind of relationship?
A.A lot of it falls to the kind of craftsmanship we have displayed. My guys care about doing a good job and the clients appreciate this. I have also really gotten to know most of them far beyond just a work relationship. We are comfortable bouncing ideas off each other and have confidence the owner's best interest is being represented.
Q.Mike, what strengths do you see Ken bringing to General Excavating?
A.First of all his geology background is important. He understands the characteristics of soil and water and how to work with them. Ken also has a great deal of experience working with the remediation systems we have installed over the years. Lastly and maybe most important, Ken is a "people person".
Thanks Mike.
We wish you the best of luck.
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Hourly Service
What Fits Your Project?
Whether you are digging footings or installing a run of pipe, General Excavating can provide the right piece of equipment for all of your hourly service work. Working for electricians, homebuilders, plumbers, general contractors, or directly to the owners, General Excavating has the experienced operators to get the job done quickly.
Services provided includes directional boring and vacuum excavation, backhoe or bobcat work, and trucking. For equipment rates and a complete list of services visit or website
at www.generalexcavating.com or call toll free (888) 467-1627 to
discuss your project.
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Welcome
General Excavating would like to introduce Ron Graphenteen
to our friends and clients. Ron has over 35 years of construction experience in the communications industry. Ron will serve as project manager for Windstream outside plant projects stretching from east Lincoln to the Missouri River.
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YOUR UNDERGROUND PARTNER
Project Briefs...Completed & Ongoing Projects
Project
- Sheldon Station New Cooling Tower
- Hallam, NE
Owner
- Nebraska Public Power District
Sub-Contracted to
- Kissick Construction and Midwest Tower
Scope
- Vacuum excavation, hourly digging, backfilling, and grading for installation of 72-inch drain line.
Project
- Energy Systems Douglas Building Steam Connection
- Omaha, NE
Owner
- Energy Systems
Sub-Contracted to
- Mainelli Mechanical Contractors, Inc.
Scope
- Excavation and backfill for steam and condensate chilled water lines.
Project
- Christ Lutheran Church School Addition
- Lincoln, NE
Agency
- Christ Lutheran Church
Sub-Contracted to
- Wolfe Electric Company
Scope
- Directional bore six 4-inch HDPE conduits under the facility for new power.
Project
- Creighton Prep Fitness Center Addition and Renovation
- Omaha, NE
Owner
- Creighton Preparatory School
General Contractor
- Kiewit Building Group, Inc.
Scope
- Construction of nearly 3,000-feet of water, sanitary sewer, and storm sewer for school addition.
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THANK YOU
Over the years General Excavating has strived to be YOUR "UNDER- GROUND" PARTNER. We have enjoyed working with many of the same clients during this time and look forward to 2009 as we continue to provide solutions to your underground problems. The long list of repeat clients would not be possible without the consistent level of high quality service our employees have provided. Thanks to the following individuals who are celebrating 5-year anniversaries and have chosen to make a career with General Excavating. Your efforts and commitment are appreciated!
30 YEARS |
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Photo of the Quarter
An opportunity for General Excavating's employees to show others the work they perform. Winner's receive cash and have their photo displayed at General Excavating. Mike Schwebach submitted this quarter's winning photograph. An equipment operator, Mike has worked at General Excavating for nearly 12 years. Mike completes hourly service projects for a large number of clients throughout the area. General Excavating, working for Midwest Mechanical Contractors of Nebraska, Inc., is providing excavation and backfilling services for the installation of storm sewer and sanitary sewer on the Midtown Crossing at Turner Park Project in Omaha, Nebraska. |
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