Pat Munger Construction Company, Inc.
The Quarterly

Company Newsletter                                             Summer 2014              
In This Issue
Message from the President
Company News
Recent Success Stories
Work-in-Progress
Employee Spotlight
Green Update
Message From The President    

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Building Makeover ... 
Building Upgrade 

 

Building Makeover...Building Upgrade, two terms that are becoming buzz words in Munger Construction's vocabulary these days. Our building systems manufacturer, Varco-Pruden (VP) Buildings, spent time researching challenges facing Facility Managers today and the number one challenge was how to extend the life of an existing building.

 

In one of my previous President's Messages I stressed the need to always treat your building as a part of your asset portfolio. If your building falls into the "Aging Buildings" category we encourage you to think proactively about upgrades to extend the life of your building.   Upgrades include (but are not limited to) expansions/modifications, roof and wall replacements/overlays, lighting/day-lighting, energy efficiency upgrades, solar solutions, and total building makeovers.

 

As an authorized VP builder, we are excited to promote VP Retrofit Building Systems' proactive approach to offer practical, low cost solutions to upgrade buildings and lower energy use, with the best return-on-investment. Instead of waiting until a problem arises, why not contact us today to come out, assess your building needs, and offer value-added solutions to ensure weather-tightness, increased insulation, building longevity, and lower energy use. Most building makeover solutions can be completed without interruption of your daily business activities. Why not add Building Makeover...Building Upgrade to your vocabulary today too? Stay tuned for more information to come!!!


Sincerely,

David A. DeMaio, President

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DavidDeMaio@mungerconstruction.com

203-483-3645

Company News
 
Company News

  

 

The next generation of Munger leaders is gearing up. Employee, Dan Lamberton, is learning the intricacies of project supervision and management, both on the job sites and in the classroom, as he pursues his Master's Degree in Construction Management. Good work Dan!!

 

Recent Quinnipiac University Master's Degree graduate, Kostas Maltezos is working full time learning the multitude of tasks and responsibilities associated with our financial department. You may also see him on a project site, at a job meeting, or attending various company meetings to familiarize himself with what Munger Construction is all about. Welcome Kostas!!

 

And yes, Munger has a Facebook company and LinkedIn company page, so remember to include Munger in your social network TODAY!!!
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Success Stories      

  

Adding to a long-standing business relationship with Agway stores in CT, Munger recently completed a retail expansion project for Agway Bethel, 74 South St., Bethel. Starting with an unfinished, un-insulated warehouse space, Munger removed an existing mezzanine, insulated, sheet rocked, added new overhead doors, created a new forklift access door, altered the existing sprinkler system, and poured a concrete ramp to create a protected alleyway for forklifts to unload trucks. The existing concrete floor was kept in place, existing sub floor was patched, and new VCT tile was installed. The heating and cooling system was extended into the new space, new acoustical ceiling tiles and lighting were added, and shelving and new modular display units were installed. The finished project created functional, comfortable, much needed expansion space for Agway Bethel's retail area. Summer is the perfect time to head to Agway and see what they have to offer so why not stop in today!

 

 

The recent completion of Building 3H at The Lee Company, 2 Pettipaug Rd., Westbrook added to Munger's extensive list of projects completed for The Lee Company throughout the last 10 years. The 17,820 SF, building provides office and meeting spaces for The Lee Company's sales and marketing department. Attention to detail highlights interior solid glass walls and doors containing an integral vinyl layer between the 2 layers of glass creating continuously repeating Lee Company logos along the entire length of the wall. LED lighting and second floor clerestory features allowing for natural day-lighting, create bright, pleasant office spaces. The boardroom showcases floor to ceiling glass and acoustical wood panels. Aesthetically pleasing, fiberglass Modular Arts Wave Panel Wall outside the elevator, 2" thick granite floors in the lobby area and a fire-rated glass egress vestibule combine functionality and design features. Munger wishes The Lee Company well in their newest facility.

Work in Progress 
 

  

In the Fall of 2013, Munger installed a PV solar system for repeat customer, Burt Process Equipment Inc., Overlook Drive, Hamden. Currently construction is almost complete on a 19,760 SF addition to the existing building.   Burt Process designs, manufactures, and distributes high purity and corrosion resistant equipment, systems and services. The new addition utilizes a Varco Pruden pre-engineered steel building system to create additional fabrication areas and warehousing space for finish products. Both Burt Process and Munger Construction's project supervisor, Joe Raccio, thankfully bid goodbye to winter and the relentless challenges it created for this new building addition.  

 

 

Utilizing the state's Capital Region Council of Governments program (CRCOG), the Town of New Canaan recently contracted with Munger for the multi-phase renovation of the New Canaan Firehouse. Phases include hazardous material removal, basement reconstruction, and installation of a limited-use elevator meeting ADA code and providing access to all three levels of the firehouse. Pricing for the upstairs reconstruction phase is currently in progress. Estimator Shaun Dwyer, project supervisor John DeSarbo, and New Canaan Building & Fleet Superintendent, Bill Oestmann have teamed up to coordinate this multifaceted project.
Employee Spotlight
Employee Spotlight

Shawn Ladd relocated from South Florida to Connecticut and began working in Munger Construction's estimating department in March 2011. He holds a BS degree in Building Construction from the University of Florida. Having worked for a large construction management firm in Ft. Lauderdale, Shawn brings experience developing comprehensive cost estimates, proposals, schedules, and safety protocols. He has completed training in VP Command, the Varco-Pruden Buildings estimating program, and demonstrates competence in producing accurate, detailed estimates. Shawn is the third member of our office staff to be a LEED Accredited Professional. He is also credited with developing our Facebook page and keeping Munger abreast of the latest technology and social media.

 

When not at the office, you can find Shawn riding his bike around Hamden & New Haven, playing disc golf at Wickham Park in West Hartford or relaxing in the sun at Silver Sands in Milford. He's a diehard Florida Gator fan and dreams of the day when he can "get revenge on those pesky Huskies." (Better watch your back after that statement, Shawn). During the winter, Shawn becomes dormant and doesn't leave his house for 4 months.

 

Shawn is articulate, engaging and personable, maintaining excellent presence with customers, professionals, and subcontractors. Utilizing strong organizational skills, technology skills, and people skills, Shawn represents Munger Construction in a positive and professional manner. Thanks for all you do Shawn. You are appreciated!
Green Update

Munger Hosts Energy Generation Seminar

  

Recently, Munger hosted a "Breakfast and Learn" session at newly renovated Quality Hyundai in New Haven, with Elena Cahill, President of Globele Energy, LLC, a commercial and industrial energy consulting firm. Elena reviewed how to maximize savings through energy conservation and generation. If you missed this informative event, contact Munger's sustainable energy consultant, Jeff Lendroth, 203-640-6400, today and find out how you can benefit from a multitude of programs available for short and long tern reduction on energy expenditures that will positively affect your bottom-line.