Formed in 1971, Scott Builders has been creating great workplaces for their clients for over 50 years! The company’s success has been built on a foundation of strong relationships, with over 70% of their Projects repeat.
AMBA Featured Member: Curber Manufacturing
AMBA Membership Committee Update: Spring 2022
Executive Director Report: Spring 2022
What times we live in! From the worst pandemic since the Spanish flu, to war in Europe, run away inflation, political upheaval and unprecedented supply chain issues. Yet, Alberta remains a rewarding place to do business! We have seen our share of boom and busts over the years, but well run companies find a way to survive and thrive. It is a testament to the women and men of Alberta who continue to adapt to whatever the current conditions are. The State of the Industry update and the AMBA President’s message in the April Newsletter outline the many challenges and opportunities ahead.
Bexson Construction – Celebrating 30 years!
Building Success During the Pre-Construction Phase
Having spent over 40 years working with building owners and contractors, it has always astounded me how many projects are awarded solely based on price, often at the expense of quality, safety, sustainability and reliability. Many components and critical factors influence a successful build, such as contractor, sub-trades, suppliers and materials. I am going to focus this article on value and some critical key steps that will bring more value to your project at the most important stage in the construction process: Pre-construction.
Project Profile: Nor-Lan Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram
With Nor-Lan’s Better Price Guarantee, keeping overhead and capital costs low ensures that their customers benefit from every dollar saved! So when their new expansion cost soared above budget, they looked to local contractor, Canad Construction and Brytex Building Systems for cost savings. Most of the structure was converted to an engineered metal building solution that included a thermally efficient roof and wall system, complete with 20,000 sf of mezzanine area, accommodation for roof top units, and a complex frame system to provide wide open spaces. The front showroom included a hybrid-conventional flat-roofed structure for architectural appeal.
Project Profile: Maple Creek, Saskatchewan Fire Hall
The fire hall features a low maintenance metal roof and wall cladding system with an attractive stone veneer wainscot. The interior fire truck bays are lined with easy to clean metal liner panel. To keep costs down, a wood framed independent mezzanine was built for storage. The administrative area encompasses finished office and training spaces, washroom facilities, laundry and mechanical rooms.
State of the Industry: April 2022
Economic shocks prevail as COVID-19 recovery has been shadowed by further trade disruptions: border closures from truckers’ blockades, fallout from the war in Ukraine and rail disruption from the CP Rail strike. Over the past year, the Alberta economy has struggled to regain what has been lost since 2014. Transportation bottlenecks extended beyond limited pipeline capacity, creating supply chain disruptions and threatening the energy and agriculture sector with interrupting oil, grain, livestock feed and fertilizer transportation.
Message from the Chair: Spring 2022
I am looking forward to seeing everyone at the AMBA 2022 Annual General Meeting scheduled for May 13th at the Redtail Landing Golf Club. We have booked some great speakers related to the industry and Metal Building Trades, so please register as soon as possible. Also, be sure to mark on your calendar the AMBA 2022 Golf Tournament booked for June 16th, at the Ranch Golf and Country Club in Acheson.