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Mt. Holyoke College hired us for the renovation of the Residence Hall building in conjunction with Barr & Barr, the general contractor for the project. We were responsible for fabricating and installing the elements in this multi-bid project. The project consisted of: three stunning curtain walls, front entrance storefronts, 231 windows, interior glass, mirrors and three hour rated fire glazing and fire stop throughout the 72,000 sq. ft. building. The main challenge for this project was the custom brake metal shapes integrated into the curtain walls. Our strategy was to tool and customize the brake metal shapes while in the field so they would fit into the conditions. This ensured that each portion of the construction was secure throughout. Key points Included 3 curtain walls, front entrance storefronts, and 231 windows 72,000 sq ft building needed custom brake metal shapes integrated into the curtain walls Gallery Edit gallery Read Certification Letter Let’s Get Started! Contact us for a project consultation. Contact Us

The renovation for the office building at 200 Ballardvale Street in Wilmington, MA was a multi-phased project build consisting of new curtain walls, windows, panel canopies and interior glass shelves. The property is a two-building, 340,044 sq. ft. high-tech office and R&D campus, and it was crucial that business continued as usual for all on-site businesses. We fabricated, constructed and installed an extraordinary amount of materials needed for the project. Included were 56 windows, a 33,000 sq. ft. curtain wall, two 20 ft. x 20 ft. aluminum composite panel canopies and interior glass shelves used for food display in the cafeteria. The project presented some challenges with its aggressive construction schedule; however, our project management and production teams worked diligently with suppliers to expedite materials to ensure timely job completion. Key points Included 2-building, 340,044 sq. ft. high-tech office and R&D campus Fabricated, constructed, and installed 56 windows, a 33,000 sq. ft. curtain wall, two 20 ft. x 20 ft. aluminum composite panel canopies and interior glass shelves Gallery Edit gallery Read Certification Letter Let’s Get Started! Contact us for a project consultation. Contact Us

The Davoli-McDonagh Residence is a 14,500 sq. ft. custom home in Lincoln, MA. Our task was fabricating and installing 6,000 sq. ft. of custom aluminum curtain walls, windows and aluminum entrances. This three-story mansion, designed by Schwartz-Silver Architects, is typified by curvilinear forms that wrap the landscape as random and natural as a rock formation. The owners’ sole requirement was that the overall scheme of the design preserve the natural attributes of the five-acre site, with its rolling topography, heavy trees and ground cover. We produced large, curved framing systems that were unique to each opening. This incorporated several new die designs, high performance glass and massive casement windows. All of the materials were fabricated on-site due to the unique complexity of the project. We managed the entire project including project management, engineering, fabrication and installation. The design and the construction of the Davoli-McDonagh residence became a featured story in both the Boston Globe and the Wall Street Journal. Key points Fabricated and installed 6,000 sq. ft. of custom aluminum curtain walls, windows and aluminum entrances Incorporated several new die designs, high performance glass and massive casement window All materials were fabricated on-site due to the unique complexity of the project Featured in the Boston Globe and Wall Street Journal Gallery Edit gallery Read Certification Letter Let’s Get Started! Contact us for a project consultation. Contact Us

We worked as a subcontractor on the new Learning Resource/Technology Center (NLRC) and Lowe Building Renovations at the Manchester Community Technical College’s restorations. We provided nearly 35,000 sq. ft. of exterior and interior glass, glazed aluminum curtain wall and entrance systems. This project posed significant challenges due to its unique design, tight scheduling and the fact that the majority of the work was being completed during the winter months. The most magnificent portion of the project was a 40 ft. tall x 340 ft. long elliptical shaped curtain wall which encompassed the courtyard of the campus. The elliptical shape had four different radiuses and radius points, along with the need for custom designed glazing. These unique characteristics made all aspects of drawing, engineering, fabrication and installation a real challenge. We faced this challenge head on by using a complex coordination system and custom dies that created the extrusion shapes. We successfully completed this unique design and schedule by collaborating with the other contractors, engineers and architects as well as pulling together all of the resources of project management, engineers and skilled mechanics on their team. Key points Provided nearly 35,000 sq. ft. of exterior and interior glass, glazed aluminum curtain wall and entrance systems Completed during the winter months Included 40 ft. tall x 340 ft. long elliptical shaped curtain wall which encompassed the courtyard of the campus and required four different radiuses and radius points, along with the need for custom designed glazing Gallery Edit gallery Read Certification Letter Let’s Get Started! Contact us for a project consultation. Contact Us

This project was part of a major renovation where we fabricated and installed a 94,543 sq. ft. curtain wall. The renovation was part of a 310,000 sq. ft. office complex that was complete with four wings that connected to form a large courtyard. The 94,543 sq. ft. curtain wall system that we fabricated and installed consisted of 41,367 sq. ft. of spandrel glass and 53,176 sq. ft. of insulated energy efficient Low E vision glass. This floor to ceiling glass wall provided not only an incredible view, but also a beautiful façade for the building. We also fabricated and installed a recessed shade pocket to maintain the full height and unobstructed vision desired by the client. We completed this substantial and highly visible job in just 16 weeks. Key points Fabricated and installed a 94,543 sq. ft. curtain wall Included 41,367 sq. ft. of spandrel glass and 53,176 sq. ft. of insulated energy efficient Low E vision glass Fabricated and installed a recessed shade pocket to maintain the full height and unobstructed vision Completed in 16 weeks Gallery Edit gallery Read Certification Letter Let’s Get Started! Contact us for a project consultation. Contact Us

The 173,00 square foot Integrative Learning Center was constructed to house the Communications, Journalism, Linguistics, and Film Studies departments of UMASS Amherst. The project was built to LEED standards and achieved LEED Gold Certification. We were contracted to furnish and install over 26,000 square feet of EFCO Aluminum curtain wall, featuring a custom Silver Metallic finish. We also installed over 22,000 square feet of Alpolic fire-rated aluminum composite panel, fabricated by New England Panel Systems. Additionally, we provided and installed horizontal and vertical aluminum sunshades, EFCO 510i Project-Out vents, and EFCO D500 doors. Key points Built to LEED standards and achieved LEED Gold Certification Furnished and installed over 26,000 square feet of EFCO Aluminum curtain wall, featuring a custom silver metallic finish Installed over 22,000 square feet of Alpolic fire-rated aluminum composite panel Provided and installed horizontal and vertical aluminum sunshades, EFCO 510i Project-Out vents, and EFCO D500 doors Gallery Edit gallery Read Certification Letter Let’s Get Started! Contact us for a project consultation. Contact Us

We furnished and installed over 18,250 square feet of Kawneer curtain wall, including 147 punched openings. Two of the expanses span three stories and incorporate View, Inc.’s “Dynamic Glass,” a smart glass with an electrochromic coating that can automatically change tint in response to various environmental factors. We also furnished and installed two skylights in the roof courtyard, supplied by Wasco Skylights and featuring a unique geometric design aesthetic. We enclosed the building in 26,400 square feet of aluminum panels, supplied by Dri-Design and featuring a proprietary copper anodized finish applied by Linetec. The panels wrap the entire building and accent every section including the main entrance and roof courtyard. We received an Excellence In Construction Award in the Exteriors category from the Associated Builders And Contractors, Massachusetts Chapter for our contributions to the project. Key points Furnished and installed over 18,250 square feet of Kawneer curtain wall, including 147 punched openings Enclosed the building in 26,400 square feet of aluminum panels Received an Excellence In Construction Award in the Exteriors category from the Associated Builders And Contractors, Massachusetts Chapter, Eagle Award Gallery Edit gallery Read Letter of Recognition Let’s Get Started! Contact us for a project consultation. Contact Us

The Mass Maritime Academy project featured over 8,000 square feet of curtain wall, and 22,000 square feet of aluminum composite panels fabricated by New England Panel Systems. We also provided doors, sunshades, louvers, and window vents inside the curtain wall. All the glass that was installed was laminated in order to withstand the intense coastal winds. The curtain wall of the south entrance was very unique as it spanned six stories and sloped inwards from top to bottom. The sloping curtain wall creates a tapered aesthetic that is complemented by the unique look of the sunshades, which accent the sixth story and wrap around over 100 linear feet of the building’s exterior. Key points Featured over 8,000 square feet of curtain wall, and 22,000 square feet of aluminum composite panels Provided doors, sunshades, louvers, and window vents inside the curtain wall Sloping curtain wall created a tapered aesthetic with the sunshades, which accent the sixth story and wrap around over 100 linear feet of the building’s exterior Gallery Edit gallery Read Certification Letter Let’s Get Started! Contact us for a project consultation. Contact Us

This project was new construction in which an older building was demolished and the existing steel framing was reused and expanded upon to create a cored shell office building.The curtain wall expanses that wrap around the west and south-west elevations have two noteworthy design features. The fin design the architect envisioned required that we work with EFCO to produce custom die extrusions for the cover caps. Additionally, the cover caps are finished in different shades of green and installed in an intricate pattern. We furnished and installed 29,000 square feet of glass and glazing including storefront and curtain wall, as well as glass doors and fire-rated frames. Key points Created custom die extrusions for cover caps and finished in intricate pattern Furnished and installed 29,000 square feet of glass and glazing including storefront and curtain wall, as well as glass doors and fire-rated frames Gallery Edit gallery Read Certification Letter Let’s Get Started! Contact us for a project consultation. Contact Us

Hayward Landing rests on a river bank and was a mill until being converted into apartment units in the 1970’s. During a recent renovation, we were contracted to replace a total of 189 windows in mostly occupied apartments. The Graham’s Steel Replica Series SR6700 was chosen to preserve the original aesthetic of the building, while modernizing the thermal, structural, and noise canceling performance of the windows. We worked diligently to coordinate an efficient schedule with the other project members and maximize utilization of the swing stages. Approximately 50% of the window openings were located directly over the river. Our installation team utilized swing staging which could be lowered from the roof down to the windows, allowing them to work over the water. We shared the staging with an abatement contractor, who was required on the project to remove the old windows due to lead and asbestos concerns. All windows removed had to be replaced on the same day, and there was a limited time before the swing stages had to be disassembled to make way for the roofing contractor. Key points Replaced 189 windows in mostly occupied apartments Approximately 50% of window openings were located directly over the river All windows replaced on the same day Gallery Edit gallery Read Certification Letter Let’s Get Started! Contact us for a project consultation. Contact Us