Day 122 - Out with the Old, in with the new

Day 122 - Out with the Old, in with the new, a photo by JC Cannistraro on Flickr.

At the Wrentham Developmental Center, one of DCAM's two project sites undergoing comprehensive energy upgrades, Cannistraro oversaw the removal of the inefficient, existing boilers. Before doing so however, each existing boiler had to undergo careful asbestos abatement, as shown above.

Day 121 - Spotlight on State Energy Projects

Day 121 - Spotlight on State Energy Projects, a photo by JC Cannistraro on Flickr.

Some of Cannistraro's most unique and interesting projects currently in the pipeline include Energy Upgrade initiatives at two state facilities in Danvers, MA and Wrentham, MA. In the Commonwealth's ongoing pursuit of green energy, these health facilities are undergoing some major renovations. This week we will highlight some of the work being done on these two projects. Today's photo was taken outside of the central plant at the Hogan Regional Center, where equipment removal for various HVAC upgrades began back in April 2012.

Day 120 - A Moment in Time

Day 120 - A Moment in Time, a photo by JC Cannistraro on Flickr.

We have a perfect post for a summertime Friday afternoon. The Cannistraro facilities staff has been managing a number of office renovations at our Watertown headquarters. While these renovations are being made, we have the perfect opportunity to capture this moment in company history with a time capsule. Let's see how well our Shop Talk Newsletter and other items hold up over the next few decades, buried beneath the conference room floor!

Day 119 - Throwback Thursday (Training Camp Edition)

Day 119 - Throwback Thursday (Training Camp Edition), a photo by JC Cannistraro on Flickr.

Training camp for the 2012-2013 season begins today for the New England Patriots at Gillette Stadium. Cannistraro played a big role in the construction of this stadium, performing the Plumbing and Fire Protection throughout. In today's Throwback Thursday photo, we see field Cannistraro Plumbers getting an early look at the Patriots' locker room.

Day 118 - New Wheels for the Service Group

Day 118 - New Wheels for the Service Group, a photo by JC Cannistraro on Flickr.

Something new pulled into Cannistraro headquarters yesterday afternoon: a new Service Group vehicle. Keep your eyes on the roads to try and spot Cannistraro Service Group technicians on-call in their stylish new wheels.

Day 117 - Prefab on the Move

Day 117 - Prefab on the Move, a photo by JC Cannistraro on Flickr.

Starting this week, we are excited to have both our Plumbing and HVAC prefabrication shops under one roof. The size, resources and storage capacity at our Wilmington, MA facility help make offsite prefabrication a major component of the Cannistraro advantage.

Day 116 - A Real Harbor View

Day 116 - A Real Harbor View, a photo by JC Cannistraro on Flickr.

We've documented the Vertex Pharmaceutical project at Boston's Fan Pier on numerous occasions on this blog. Those who attended the IFMA Schmooze Cruise last Thursday night were treated to an amazing view of of the project from the decks of a boat in the harbor. As nice as it is, this view of the Boston Skyline will change even further in just a matter of months as new projects continue to break ground in the Innovation District.

Day 115 - Piping Arrives on Site at Fan Pier Project

Day 115 - Piping Arrives on Site at Fan Pier Project, a photo by JC Cannistraro on Flickr.

The new headquarters for Vertex Pharmaceuticals currently under construction on Fan Pier retook headlines this week for its "topping off" ceremony with Boston Mayor Tom Menino. Meanwhile, onsite piping assemblies have begun to arrive and are being readied for installation.

Day 114 - Throwback Thursday (Early BIM)

Day 114 - Throwback Thursday (Early BIM), a photo by JC Cannistraro on Flickr.

Nearly ten years ago, Cannistraro was performing the "Biosquare" project for Boston University. We refer back to this project as the one that started it all in terms of fully-coordinated, 3D modeling. Long before BIM was an industry buzz word, Cannistraro modeled the entire laboratory building for this project; including non-mechanical trades like architectural detail (as shown in the laboratory photo above). Today, Cannistraro a nationally-renowned, industry leader in BIM.

Day 113 - Hotel HVAC

Day 113 - Hotel HVAC a photo by JC Cannistraro on Flickr.

On a hot day like we are all grateful for indoor cooling. Cannistraro is currently performing a large HVAC renovation project at the Boston Tremont Courtyard Marriott. Today's photo gives you a unique look at the hotel's rooftop units and associated piping.

Day 112 - Building the Old "New" Waterfront

Day 112 - Building the Old "New" Waterfront, a photo by JC Cannistraro on Flickr.

Last week we shared a photo of the Seaport World Trade Center just after it was built. This week, we come across an old photo from when the East office building at the WTC was still under construction. Upon closer inspection, you can begin to see just how much has changed in the area since this photo was taken. Stay tuned for more posts about some of the work being done in this revitalized area today!

Day 111: Splish, Splash

Day 111: Splish, Splash, a photo by JC Cannistraro on Flickr.

Nothing says summer quite like a swimming pool on a hot day. This particular swimming pool is one that many of you might have visited, and is home to the seals of the New England Aquarium. Before this fantastic exhibit was ready to open back in 2010, Cannistraro's Plumbing Department custom-designed and installed a piping system that could work in congruence with the complex marine life support system.

Day 110 - Some Assembly Required

Day 110 - Some Assembly Required, a photo by JC Cannistraro on Flickr.

In some of our early posts on this blog we highlighted the lean approach to building prefabricated utility racks. Today's photo shows the early stages of assembling such racks in our fab shop. John Cannistraro, Jr. often jokes that in this picture, the fabricator is working so efficiently that his motion cannot be caught on camera.

Day 109 - Mission Critical

Day 109 - Mission Critical, a photo by JC Cannistraro on Flickr.

The boom in web-based technology has increased the importance of corporate data centers. Data center projects are truly unlike any others due to the high level of security and the substantial cooling needs. Cannistraro has both the resources and the experience needed for new construction or HVAC service/maintenance of mission critical projects such as the one shown above.

Day 108 - Company Softball Team

Day 108 - Company Softball Team, a photo by JC Cannistraro on Flickr.

In addition to its charitable initiatives, Team Cannistraro provides Cannistraro employees with team building sports opportunities such as softball and basketball. Team Cannistraro has fielded a company softball team since 2008 and starting next week, the team will enter the 2012 playoffs as part of a Boston Ski & Sports Club (BSSC) league. Best of luck to the team!

Day 107 - Salute to an Outstanding Career in HVAC

Day 107 - Salute to an Outstanding Career in HVAC, a photo by JC Cannistraro on Flickr.

Last week Cannistraro wished Bon Voyage to its longtime HVAC Division Manager Bill Fitzpatrick. Fitzpatrick retired after more than 30 years as an HVAC Project Executive. Bill was a prefabrication pioneer for the company, as well as a leader and a mentor to the JCC HVAC Department (shown above). Everyone here at Cannistraro wishes him the very best in the next stage of his life.

Day 106 - The Growing Seaport District

Day 106 - The Growing Seaport District, a photo by JC Cannistraro on Flickr.

We are back from the 4th of July holiday, and if anyone visited the Tall Ships last week, you undoubtedly saw the changing face of Boston's Seaport District! This photo (courtesy of Mark Flannery Photography) was taken when the World Trade Center was the new kid on the block. Cannistraro worked on building these buildings, and almost ten years later, they have more than a few new neighbors.