The Perfect Party is an independently owned party goods retail outlet located on East Main Street (Route 1) in Branford. Currently, Munger Construction is just finishing up a 9,700 square foot new facility to house Perfect Party. In an effort to better service customers, owners Susan and Vipul Giopani decided to expand their business into a larger facility. The Giopanis wanted to stay in the Branford area and were pleased to secure a prime location almost directly across the street from their previous business site.

The new location for Perfect Party sits behind the Dunkin Donuts and Burger King restaurants. In an effort to increase visibility and provide identification the building includes a landmark tower. The height of this tower is of considerable importance to ensure that customers can locate the new building easily.

The project consists of a Varco-Pruden Building System that provides flexibility of building/roof design and economy. The exterior is a stucco finish with a variety of bright colors to enhance the aesthetic "curb appeal" and project the "party image."

The interior provides an expansive party goods display area with a second floor mezzanine offering additional space.

Perfect Party opened in its new location in February. The next time you are planning a party look for the landmark tower and colorful building on Branford Hill and stop by The Perfect Party for all your party needs.

North Haven Auto Body, located on 281 Washington Avenue, is currently expanding for the third time. Under the direction of owner, Robert McSherry, the business has grown to become one of the most highly respected auto body repair shops in the New Haven County.

The current expansion will be adding over 8,000 square feet of high bay service space, parts and paint storage, employee facilities, and private office space for the owner. The goal of this project is to develop an efficient flow throughout the auto body repair process.

Additionally, a new roof system will be installed over the original, 1950's, 5,000 square foot section to tie in the addition to the existing building and provide attractive curbside appeal. Keep and eye out for this as the exterior work progresses in the next few weeks.

Star Supply is a major supplier of HVAC equipment and supplies. Currently they are located on State Street in New Haven. Having outgrown their existing location and realizing that physical restraints did not allow for adding on to their current building in an economical fashion, they purchased 100 Gando Drive in New Haven. This location was previously the place of business for G and O Radiator. (hence the name Gando Drive).

Star Supply will occupy over 100,000 square feet of the building, while a tenant will occupy the balance. The project consists of major renovations to the building including refurbishing approximately 85,000 square feet of warehouse space and constructing approximately 20,000 square feet of new office, showroom, and training areas.

The new facility will be state-of-the-art, both in aesthetic design and functionality. Munger Construction is working closely with Ratner Architects, PC on all aspects of this project. We are honored to have been chosen by the owner of Star Supply, Larry Cohen, to construct this facility.

Construction Manager, Michael Cormier, has been an invaluable part of the Munger team since June 1993. Michael brought extensive construction experience with him including running his own framing contracting business and working in the field of residential construction.

Michael runs an exceptional construction project. His keen sense of organization and ability to secure the maximum productivity from all people involved in the project without "slave-driving," makes him efficient and respected by all people he comes in contact with. His ability to create and maintain a safe and smoothly run job site is commendable.

Michael deals with all aspects of running a job with confidence. President, David DeMaio comments that he rarely hears from Michael regarding any issues on a construction project other than requests for manpower. Michael's calm demeanor enables him to move forward and solve problems that arise without letting anything "ruffle" him.

Michael lives in Westbrook with his wife and two teenage sons. He has been actively involved in coaching his older son in baseball at the Little League and, most recently, Babe Ruth levels. Michael also enjoys dirt bike and quad riding with his younger son.

When asked what he likes to do in his free time he responded jokingly, "I live and breathe Pat Munger Construction." Actually this isn't far from the truth. However, IF Michael has any free time he enjoys playing golf.

Customers "love" Michael, sub-contractors and fellow employees respect him, in fact anyone who comes in contact with Michael is immediately taken with his warmth, competence and overall sense of well being. We are fortunate to have Michael as part of the Munger Leadership Team! Thanks Michael! You are truly appreciated!!!

A fall through an unguarded skylight usually results in death or serious injury. OSHA requires that employers provide fall protection as stated in Regulation 29 CFR 1910.23 Guarding Floor and Wall Openings and Holes, and Regulation 29 CFR 1926.501 Duty to Have Fall Protection.

Skylight screens are after-the-market fall protection devices designed to meet these OSHA regulations. The guardrail and screen style fall protection systems do not penetrate the roof or skylight curb membranes, thereby maintaining the integrity of the roof warranty.

The standard guardrail is electro-galvanized steel tube. Stainless and aluminum tube are also available if specific corrosive applications require their use. The standard skylight screen is made from 304 SS wire mesh with stainless steel hardware, Hot dipped galvanized mesh is also available.

Both systems are easy to install. Munger Construction has installed skylight fall protection on a variety of buildings before. If we can help you fulfill your obligation in this area, please give us a call.