Author: George Ray - Owner, ACI

The Design Part of Design Build [Video]

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...

What Are the Differences Between Industrial, Medical, and Institutional Construction? [Video]

Different industries have different requirements of the buildings they use. A hospital will probably have different needs than a factory or a school. To understand where these needs come into play,...

What does COVID-19 Mean for your Construction Project [Video]

The current Coronavirus 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...

Expansion: Where to begin?

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...

Expansion Planning Checklist Part 5: How to Manage and Stay in Business During Expansion

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...

Winter Storms and Your Business

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...

Expansion Planning Checklist Part  4: Selecting Your Project Team

When beginning a new construction project, you will find that many people are required to get the job done. Choosing your building team for an upcoming project is a big deal, and it’s one of the...

Professional Building Maintenance

Proper building maintenance is crucial to the success of your overall facility. Not only is the physical structure important for the overall operations of the company, but the structure is also a...

Expansion Planning Checklist Part 3: Considerations When Planning your Budget for your Project

At the conception of any major construction project, before anything else can be determined, the budget must be thoroughly thought through. The budget helps to establish the allotted amount of...

Expansion Planning Checklist Part 2: Bidding Process vs. Design-Build

At the beginning of any new construction project, there is much to consider with regard to who is going to take on the project. Traditional design-bid and Design-Build are the two leading methods...

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