Herndon brings a wealth of experience to T&S Brass, having served as a sales and marketing manager for Hoshizaki America for several years. His extensive background includes roles as a foodservice representative and also as a business development manager for a Midwest-based distributor specializing in T&S products.

“Kevin’s diverse experience and deep understanding of the industry make him an invaluable addition to our team,” said Mike Orlando, director of sales, foodservice at T&S Brass. “We are confident his expertise will further strengthen our relationships and drive growth on the West Coast.”

Herndon resides in Spring Hill, Kans.

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FORT WORTH, Texas—Fort Worth Country Day school is pressing forward with a $25 million school building for students in grades 1 through 4. The 37,720-square-foot Annie Richardson Bass Lower School will replace the campus’s existing Lower School, which was built in 1964.

As designed by San Antonio-based Lake|Flato Architects, the Annie Richardson Bass Lower School will feature a 2,130-square-foot library, commons area, science labs, a first-and-second-grade wing as well as a third-and-fourth-grade wing. Sustainability elements of the school will include LED lights, rainwater collection as well as drought-resistant landscaping capabilities being imagined by Dallas-based Hocker Design. Due to the area’s climate, a tornado shelter is also a part of the plans.

The designers are working in concert with the general contractor, Linbeck of Fort Worth. The Annie Richardson Bass Lower School is due to debut in 2025.

Eric Lombardi, head of school at FWCD, called the Lower School a chance to foster an exceptional learning environment while being energy-efficient and delivering on safety promises.

“It will have a strong connection to our campus’s amazing outdoors, while also giving our faculty and students first-class spaces to inspire the highest level of elementary-appropriate learning,” he said.

The Lower School construction is part of FWCD’s “Forward Together” campaign aimed at increasing the district’s educational opportunities for the years to come. Thus far the campaign has raised over $31 million in improvement money.

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In his new role, Duckwitz will oversee KAI’s accounting functions, internal and external financial statement reporting, monthly close activities and cash flow forecasting, plus provide oversight of the professional services project accounting team.

Duckwitz has spent the last 17 years of his 25-year-career in the AEC sector as an Accounting Manager, Controller and VP of Finance, bringing unparalleled expertise and hands-on experience in the Design & Construction industry. Duckwitz stands as a formidable asset, ready to optimize KAI with precision.

His impressive track record of providing critical financial reports, participating in board meetings and playing a pivotal role in policy recommendations and risk management will benefit KAI on multiple levels.

Duckwitz has a Bachelor of Science in Accountancy from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, and he is a Certified Public Accountant in the State of Missouri. He is also a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants and the Missouri Society of CPAs.

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Featuring a tough, scratch and smudge-resistant Gorilla Glass® touchscreen, the TLS 300M ensures clear visibility and long-term durability. Institutions can personalize their experience with customization options including light and dark themes, logo, background image, time and date formats, and overlay opacity. Since there are no recurring costs or maintenance fees, the TLS 300M offers unparalleled value.

The TLS 300M Desk Scheduling Touchpanel works with Extron Room Agent software, TouchLink Scheduling Panels, and the TLSI 201 Interactive Wayfinding Interface. Used in conjunction with the TLSI 201 Interactive Wayfinding Interface, users can view real-time space availability, status, and location information using a centralized display.

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FAIRFIELD, Ct.—Architectural firm S/L/A/M Collaborative has been hired by Sacred Heart University to reimagine the campus’s multipurpose William Pitt Athletic & Convocation Center for a new era. S/L/A/M’s design entails rotating the athletic court 90 degrees and bringing the spectator bleachers closer to the gameplay. The reconfigurations will also create more practice rooms for SHU’s teams as well as add a VIP seating section, new video screens and modern light and sound systems.

The redesign aligns with changes the school is making after SHU moved from the Northeast Conference to the Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference (MAAC). S/L/A/M Collaborative aims to complete the renovations in time for next year’s basketball season.

“We’re excited to see the Pitt Center evolve and become a premiere sporting arena,” said SHU President John J. Petillo. “We are committed, more than ever, to providing our student-athletes with a competitive environment. Renovating the Pitt Center with state-of-the-art features is part of that process. It’s important we show our Pioneers we are dedicated to their success.”

Added Judy Ann Riccio, SHU’s director of athletics: “We can’t wait to see the Pitt Center transform into a dynamic athletic facility. This transformation along with a conference transition means more opportunities for our student-athletes to thrive.”

No general contractor has yet been announced for the project.

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APACHE JUNCTION, Ariz.—Design-build partners McCarthy Building Companies and Architekton recently celebrated the topping out of the expansion of Central Arizona College’s Allied Health and Skilled Trades buildings. The $40 million, 51,620-square-foot expansion at the college’s Superstition Mountain Campus aims to increase local education in training tomorrow’s healthcare workers and skilled trades workers.

The Allied Health building will be home to classrooms and laboratory space to train students in such areas as massage therapy, phlebotomy, radiology, sonography, nursing assistance and various other career fields. Simulation centers will also prepare students for real-world healthcare situations they may face in the field. The simulation centers will offer “high-fidelity” mannequins, patient simulators and other technology. Local residents will be able to use the Allied Health building’s spa facility for treatment provided by student-learners under faculty supervision.

Meanwhile, the Skilled Trades building will offer students hands-on methods to learn about such careers as electrical, plumbing, ceramics, mechanical and arts programming. Simulations will help students apply their tradecraft in situations that will mimic what they might encounter when they graduate.

As part of its work for Central Arizona College, McCarthy also was tasked with renovating the existing C building to include a computer lab, E-Sports Lab, virtual reality (VR) lab as well as a suite of new faculty offices. McCarthy worked to expand the C building while keeping in place the facility’s existing student lounge, café and student organization space. On the outside, the contractor also added a new canopy to increase outdoor seating for large events.

“We are excited to celebrate this milestone and look forward to the completion of the new Skilled Trades and Allied Health Buildings,” Dr. Jackie Elliott, president of CAC, said of the ongoing work. “CAC will continue to provide a world-class learner experience by expanding educational opportunities for the residents of Apache Junction, Pinal County, and the state of Arizona through existing and new programs that will be housed in these facilities.”

“Topping out is a significant milestone for construction projects, and this project is especially meaningful since it will serve career and technical education students interested in pursuing careers in the trades and healthcare sector,” added Andrea Ramos, McCarthy’s project director. “We are one step closer to providing two new buildings where students, who represent our future workforce, will learn under the direct supervision of the college’s talented staff.”

Added Daniel Childers, senior associate architect with Architekton: “We extend our gratitude to Central Arizona College and our dedicated McCarthy contractor team for achieving this noteworthy milestone of topping out. This brings us one step closer to unveiling these exceptional trades, arts and healthcare facilities to the students and faculty of CAC, and the surrounding communities of Apache Junction.

“It has been the unwavering commitment and collaborative efforts of this incredible team that has brought us to this instrumental and memorable juncture. Thank you for your enthusiasm and expertise as we continue this journey towards opening these facilities to a brighter future.”

The Skilled Trades and Allied Health facilities are planned to be ready for the fall of 2024, with coursework scheduled to commence there in the spring of 2025.

Project subcontractors include RN Electric, S&H Steel, Stone Cold Masonry and Pete King.

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With a multitude of models, colors and configurations, Phenolic Lockers enable flexible and customizable design. A variety of lockers, z lockers, cubby lockers and pedestal benches are available in a wide range of sizes, tiers, colors, as well options for locks, wall hooks and coat hooks and rods for creating functionality and a complete look.

To further harmonize facility designs, specifying the lockers with Bradley’s Phenolic Restroom Partitions in matching or coordinating colors instantly creates a cohesive and consistent look between the locker room and the rest of the washroom.

All Bradley Phenolic Lockers come with concealed hinges that provide clean, modern style and reliable operation. A 90-degree arm limit prevents the locker door from swinging too far into an adjacent user’s space, which is helpful in a crowded locker room. Stainless steel handles and hardware further enhance the sleek appearance. Venting options are also available to improve air flow within the locker, keeping personal items fresh.

In addition to being waterproof and resistant to moisture and corrosion, Phenolic Lockers are resistant to impact, scratches, graffiti and vandalism, making them low-maintenance and a strong building asset in high-traffic locations. Phenolic Lockers are GreenGuard certified as a low-emitting material.

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Studio 88’s and its partners’ educational portfolio in New York City includes the Columbia University Manhattanville Campus Development Phase I, $85 million New York University’s School of Nursing, Dentistry and Bioengineering Institute; $20 million fast-track laboratory and research center fit-out for New York University at East River Science Park; The City College of New York Digital Fabrication Lab; and design and construction administration of over 100 new NYC School Construction Authority public school new construction and renovation projects.

Prior to joining Studio 88, Urganciyan served as Vice President of Design and Construction at a major New York City-based REIT with a portfolio of over 30,000 residential units and as project executive at The Lemle & Wolff Companies, CNY Group, Turner and Bovis Lend Lease. She has managed design, development and construction work totaling in excess of $15 billion in value.

Urganciyan received her Bachelor of Architecture and Master of Business Administration degrees from New York Institute of Technology. She serves as a 2024 New York Build Women in Construction Ambassador and is a member of Women in Construction. Serda is also an active member of the Armenian community on Long Island and continuously volunteers at an Armenian language school and several churches.

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PASADENA, Texas—San Jacinto College is moving forward on its new Center for Biotechnology at the Generation Park Campus. Conceived in conjunction with McCord Development, Inc., the new facility will provide training in such areas as good manufacturing practices (GMP) in simulated environments.

Students will be able to earn an associate’s degree in applied science design in biomanufacturing technology. The program will also offer continuing education credits for post-graduates.

“The Center and the overall components of the Biotechnology program will play a vital role in meeting the growing demand for skilled professionals in the biotechnology sector,” Dr. Brenda Hellyer, chancellor of San Jacinto College, said of the center. “We are committed to equipping our students with the skills and knowledge necessary for success in the dynamic biopharmaceutical industry.

“Our vision is to not only meet the workforce needs of today but…also shape the future of biotechnology education and training in our region.”

Ryan McCord, president of McCord Development, said that his firm is working to ensure that San Jacinto College will continue to play a vital role in the Houston area’s life sciences programs.

“The world-renowned [National Institute for Bioprocessing Research and Training] program will provide quality workforce training in the pharmaceutical manufacturing space, strengthening Houston’s ability to attract and retain world-class companies in the industry,” he said.

The Center for Biotechnology will be ready for the spring term of 2025.

Additionally, San Jacinto College is also celebrating the opening of its new, 4,000-square-foot Biomanufacturing Training Program at the South Campus, home to an intense two-week training program of theory and practice.

“We are taking a significant step toward meeting the growing demands of the biotechnology sector right now,” said Dr. Christopher Wild, executive director of San Jacinto College Center for Biotechnology. “This program is designed to provide a seamless entry into the field for new professionals, with a focus on practical experience and exposure to industry practices.”

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YUCAIPA, Calif.—Respected K-12 school building contractor Erickson-Hall joined officials from Crafton Hills College for a ribbon-cutting ceremony celebrating the opening of the school’s new BL 20 Public Safety Training Center. The facility was designed for the San Bernardino Community College District by principal architect Kelley Needham of the firm PBK to train firefighters and other public safety officials in and around the Inland Empire region of San Bernardino and Riverside Counties.

The Crafton Hills College BL 20 Public Safety Training Center project entailed designing and constructing two fire training facilities encompassing 6,848 square feet. These facilities are built to specifications dedicated by the fire academy for proper training procedures. In addition to classroom instructor, cadets and trainees will encounter real-world scenarios and learn about active fire situations as part of their curriculum.

Because Crafton Hills College was somewhat limited in space, PBK and Erickson-Hall had to ensure that the fire training building would fit within the existing campus footprint and that the construction process would not remove too many parking spaces. However, collaboration between the designers, builders and campus officials ensured that Crafton Hills College continued to function optimally during the renovation process.

“The enhancement of technical training capabilities for fire and emergency medical services programs that the new Public Safety Training Center provides will have a significant positive impact on the first responder community,” Dr. Kevin Horan, president of Crafton Hills College, said of the project. “The collaboration with Erickson-Hall and their experience in working with college campuses and safety center construction played a crucial role in creating a state-of-the-art facility that will benefit public safety for our students and community partners.”

Erickson-Hall’s previous work within the educational sector ensured a timely and efficient delivery of the BL 20 Public Safety Training Center. Erickson-Hall has constructed educational facilities around the Southern California region, particularly in the Inland Empire. The ribbon-cutting of the Crafton Hills College BL 20 Public Safety Training Center signifies another milestone in Erickson-Hall’s commitment to public safety and education within the San Bernardino region.

“Our team enjoyed collaborating with the San Bernardino Community College District and Crafton Hills College to create a facility that will play a pivotal role in preparing the next generation of firefighters,” said Mat Gates, president of Erickson-Hall. “We are dedicated to delivering projects that meet the client’s standards as well as serve communities for years to come.

“This new BL 20 Public Safety Training Center allowed us to accomplish both of those, and we are extremely excited about the outcome.”

Over a quarter-century in the business, Erickson-Hall has delivered over $1.5 billion in construction work in both K-12 and higher education projects. The company provides general contracting, preconstruction services, design-build as well as lease-lendback services.

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