Construction of NY's greenest building on National Gegraphic's Man Made

1 Bryant Park, The Bank Of America tower

The most amazing job I have had the honor of working on is on the tube right now, I see a lot of friends. This is an amazing green structure, I'm glad I got the call right after it began(thanks Greg). My girl is gonna Tivo it for me too. I hope it's not the last great job I'm on.

The show's called Man Made and it's on the National Geographic Channel

It's airing Friday at 12:00AM (that's Fri. morning if you're like me and need to think about it)
Saturday Nov. 8th at 4:00PM
and next Thursday Nov.13th. at 5:00PM

From the NGC Man Made site

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In the city that never sleeps, one architects dream for a greener future has been realized. The One Bryant Park building in New York City is not only going to be the second tallest building in the city, but is set to be one of the most energy efficient skyscrapers in the world. Richard Cook and his team have taken on an exhilarating challenge to transform the modern approach to green technology. Both groups envisioned breaking new ground in the arena of environmentally conscious skyscrapers, a significant step forward in a city known for massive energy consumption. Join National Geographic as we examine the trials and triumphs of erecting a skyscraper whose blueprints just might map out a new design for our planets future.

So set your Tivo's and DVR's people and get a small look into the craftsmanship of some of the worlds finest construction workers.

NY: Teamster local 282, the concrete drivers, back to work with tenative agreement, ending 10 day strike

“The strike is officially over. Workers will be back to work on Monday.” -Carolyn Daly, a spokeswoman for IBT Local 282

Steven Greenhouse at The NY Times (7/11/08) reports:

The union local representing striking concrete truck drivers in New York City announced on Thursday night that it had reached a tentative contract with the city’s concrete producers.

Carolyn Daly, a spokeswoman for the union, which has been on strike since July 2, said: “The strike is officially over. Workers will be back to work on Monday.”

The strike, which affected 450 concrete-mixing trucks, has halted or greatly slowed construction at scores of projects across the city, including the Freedom Tower at ground zero; the Second Avenue subway; the new Yankee Stadium; Citi Field, the ballpark that will replace Shea Stadium; and many high-rise apartment buildings.

Ms. Daly said the union, Local 282 of the Teamsters, and the Association of New York City Concrete Producers reached the agreement after three days of intense negotiations.

On Thursday afternoon, the Quadrozzi Concrete Corporation, which provides concrete for the Freedom Tower, among other major projects, announced that it had reached an agreement with Local 282.

John Quadrozzi Jr., president of Quadrozzi Concrete, said his company, which has 50 trucks, decided it would be better to negotiate independently of the concrete producers’ association.

“We reached an understanding and I think everyone’s happy about it,” he said. “Most important, we’ll get concrete to our sites, starting tomorrow.”

Neither management nor the union would discuss details of the association’s settlement or the separate Quadrozzi agreement.

Read it in it's entirety at the Times

NY Construction members take to buses to promote unions

The ad is simple and effective and drives home the point that unions are not special interests they are the people who make everything in this country work. - Bill


*Click image for large view

Hello everyone,

I just wanted to make everyone aware of the new bus ad campaign on the NYC buses, sponsored by the Concrete Alliance. It asks the question: "Why Union?" Then it shows a family that is healthy and happy. The ad is simple and effective and drives home the point that unions are not special interests they are the people who make everything in this country work. We often hear talk of family values these days. What higher value can we place on our families than securing the wages, health benefits, and other essential family needs that become available through union membership? I'm really proud of my Local for participating in the campaign.

Bill the Lather

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Joe's Note: Firstly welcome aboard Bill, it's a privilege to have you writing here, secondly, I am really looking forward to seeing these ad's running on the NYC buses. It's important people know the benefits of union membership.

Heres a little more info from the Concrete Alliance, Inc., who's member unions are sponsoring this ad:

"Unions are all about family values," says says Al Gerosa. President of the Concrete Alliance. Membership brings superior health benefits for union workers and their families. he notes, "and we want qualified non-union workers to be aware of what they can gain by joining."

Families of union members can also enjoy the advantages of middle class living standards. he adds. Followed by a strong pension program when the breadwinner retires. The public benefits as well, because union workers are trained and re-trained in safe working practices. "This emphasis on safety clearly pays off",declares Mr. Gerosa, "because construction sites with union workers have far fewer accidents."

"Raising public awareness of how unions benefit New York City as a whole. especially through improved safety on city streets and construction sites, is another reason for taking to the streets with this new campaign,"

Supporters of the bus advertising campaign include:

• Cement & Concrete Workers District Council
• International Union of Operating Engineers Local 14-14B
• International Union of Operating Engineers Locals 15, 15A, 15B, 15C & 15D
• Metallic Lathers & Reinforcing Iron Workers Local 46
• New York City District Council of Carpenters
• New York Concrete Construction Institute, Locals 6A, 18 and 20
• Teamsters Union Local 282
• United Cement Masons Union Local 780

Word is, many more unions will be advertising on 1010 Wins news in the drive times, thats good news.

NY Construction members take to buses to promote unions

The ad is simple and effective and drives home the point that unions are not special interests they are the people who make everything in this country work. - Bill


*Click image for large view

Hello everyone,

I just wanted to make everyone aware of the new bus ad campaign on the NYC buses, sponsored by the Concrete Alliance. It asks the question: "Why Union?" Then it shows a family that is healthy and happy. The ad is simple and effective and drives home the point that unions are not special interests they are the people who make everything in this country work. We often hear talk of family values these days. What higher value can we place on our families than securing the wages, health benefits, and other essential family needs that become available through union membership? I'm really proud of my Local for participating in the campaign.

Bill the Lather

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Joe's Note: Firstly welcome aboard Bill, it's a privilege to have you writing here, secondly, I am really looking forward to seeing these ad's running on the NYC buses. It's important people know the benefits of union membership.

Heres a little more info from the Concrete Alliance, Inc., who's member unions are sponsoring this ad:

"Unions are all about family values," says says Al Gerosa. President of the Concrete Alliance. Membership brings superior health benefits for union workers and their families. he notes, "and we want qualified non-union workers to be aware of what they can gain by joining."

Families of union members can also enjoy the advantages of middle class living standards. he adds. Followed by a strong pension program when the breadwinner retires. The public benefits as well, because union workers are trained and re-trained in safe working practices. "This emphasis on safety clearly pays off",declares Mr. Gerosa, "because construction sites with union workers have far fewer accidents."

"Raising public awareness of how unions benefit New York City as a whole. especially through improved safety on city streets and construction sites, is another reason for taking to the streets with this new campaign,"

Supporters of the bus advertising campaign include:

• Cement & Concrete Workers District Council
• International Union of Operating Engineers Local 14-14B
• International Union of Operating Engineers Locals 15, 15A, 15B, 15C & 15D
• Metallic Lathers & Reinforcing Iron Workers Local 46
• New York City District Council of Carpenters
• New York Concrete Construction Institute, Locals 6A, 18 and 20
• Teamsters Union Local 282
• United Cement Masons Union Local 780

Word is, many more unions will be advertising on 1010 Wins news in the drive times, thats good news.