Day 137 - BIM Meetings

Day 137 - BIM Meetings, a photo by JC Cannistraro on Flickr.

The agenda for the Fall AGC BIMForum was released last week, and it has us excited to attend and sponsor this informative October event. In fact, we were inspired to share a BIM meeting of our own; one including the the HVAC project team members for the MGH Lunder Building project, which was one of the most BIM-enabled projects in Cannistraro history.

Day 136 - Boiler from Above

Day 136 - Boiler from Above, a photo by JC Cannistraro on Flickr.

Just a couple weeks ago we gave you an overview of the tremendous amount of work being performed on two DCAM projects in Wrentham and Danvers, MA. Delivery and installation of some major mechanical equipment began last week at the Wrentham Developmental Center, where today's photo was shot. Taken from above the boilers, this is truly a unique viewpoint that was snapped prior to any piping connections being made.

Day 135 - Lab Renovation in a Historic Setting

Cambridge's famous Athaneaum Building (also known as 215 First Street) is home to a state-of-the-art laboratory space for tenants.  Cannistraro performed the Plumbing, HVAC and Fire Protection on this 85,000 sf, core and shell renovation project for General Contractor The Richmond Group.

Day 134 - Throwback Thursday (PHCC Edition)

Last week we received our invitation to the Plumbing Heating Cooling Contractors (PHCC) of Greater Boston's Biennial Celebration "Industry Night!"  This very special event provides colleagues from the Boston-area Plumbing industry an opportunity to reconnect and be entertained, all while raising money for the organization's valued Scholarship Program.  As we get ready for this important September event, we look back at an Industry Night of years gone by.

Day 133 - Inspiration from Mirebalais

Our friends from Partners in Health recently forwarded us some updated photos from the Mirebalais Hospital project in Haiti.  While we've shared many photos from our "Stand with Haiti" campaign over the past few months, every time we see the progress being made, we can't help but be inspired!  Today's photo is taken right out front of the new hospital that is now welcoming patients.

Photo Source: John Chew (via Partners in Health)

Day 132 - Freshly Cored

Today's photo not only provides a great view of downtown Boston, but it also indicates that the automatic coring machine has been near by. 

Day 131 - Monday Morning Delivery

On this blog we've shown you our almost-famous, often-recognized vans and our new Ford Transit Service Vehicles, but our piping deliveries require other vehicles entirely.  When piping and prefabrication deliveries are needed on site, trucks like the one in the photo above will arrive "just-in-time."

Day 130 - Transformer Protection

Day 130 - Transformer Protection, a photo by JC Cannistraro on Flickr.

Today's image is an interesting one that provides a peek inside the central hub for fire protection at a large New England power station. With dozens of transformers just a short distance away, Cannistraro installed a complex deluge system to protect against fire.

Day 129 - Throwback Thursday (Preseason Edition)

Day 129 - Throwback Thursday (Preseason Edition), a photo by JC Cannistraro on Flickr.

A couple of weeks ago we took you inside the Patriots' locker room back when Cannistraro was performing the Plumbing and Fire Protection on the stadium.  The team take the field tonight for its first 2012 preseason game, so we thought we'd share another photo from ten years ago.  In the photo is Cannistraro's Purchasing Manager, and if you look closely, you'll notice that Gillette Stadium wasn't even Gillette Stadium quite yet...

Day 128 - A Summer on the Links

Day 128 - A Summer on the Links, a photo by JC Cannistraro on Flickr.

Earlier this summer, Cannistraro joined its fellow subcontractors from the ASM (Associated Subcontractors of Massachusetts) for a fantastic day on the links at Pinehills Golf Club in Plymouth, MA. Included in the JCC contingent were our Executive Vice President, CFO, Service Sales Manager and Plumbing Estimator.

Day 127 - High Rise Residences in Cambridge

Day 127 - High Rise Residences in Cambridge, a photo by JC Cannistraro on Flickr.

Taken from high atop the 17th floor of the new Watermark Residences project, today's photo shows how Cannistraro plumbers, pipefitters and sprinklerfitters are busy with the mechanical installation; including these welded connections for fuel-oil containment piping.

Day 126 - The View from the Channel

Day 126 - The View from the Channel, a photo by JC Cannistraro on Flickr.

On a hot, summer day like today, families may be taking their children to Children's Museum in Boston's Fort Point Channel. As it turns out, there's a great view from there of the construction being done on the Waterfront at Fan Pier. Cannistraro is proud to be working with Turner Construction on both the core and shell, and laboratory fit-out of this Vertex Pharmaceuticals project.

Photo Credit: Philip Boucher

Day 125 - HVAC Piping at a Power House

Day 125 - HVAC Piping at a Power House, a photo by JC Cannistraro on Flickr.

In our final day profiling the energy upgrade projects in Danvers, MA and Wrentham, MA, we take a look inside the power house where boiler and associated piping installation has begun. High pressure steam piping has been prefabricated, delivered and installed on site at the Wrentham Developmental Center plant.

Day 124 - Energy Upgrades include Solar

Day 124 - Energy Upgrades include Solar, a photo by JC Cannistraro on Flickr.

The extensive scope of the energy upgrades at DCAM's Hogan Regional Center and Wrentham Developmental Center includes work for multiple trades. Cannistraro partnered with Broadway Electrical Co. to perform the many electrical-related tasks including the installation of the PV array that will generate power from solar energy.

Day 123 - Mechanical Replacements in Danvers

Day 123 - Mechanical Replacements in Danvers, a photo by JC Cannistraro on Flickr.

We continue our week-long look at the energy upgrade projects going at two state facilities: While demolition and electrical work was being completed at the Wrentham DCAM project, some of the new mechanical infrastructure and equipment was being installed at the Hogan Regional Center in Danvers, MA.

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.

Day 105 - Automation & Maneuverability

Day 105 - Automation & Maneuverability, a photo by JC Cannistraro on Flickr.

Welding, cutting and beveling are just some of the automated procedures being conducted at Cannistraro's impressive fabrication facility. Maneuverability is never an issue in this facility, as it features multiple overhead bridge cranes that transport piping assemblies weighing as much as 4,000 pounds each.

Day 104 - BIM Central Command

Day 104 - BIM Central Command, a photo by JC Cannistraro on Flickr.

Cannistraro works closely with Turner Construction on many projects in the Greater Boston area. In fact, some of the most advanced BIM projects we've completed in the past few years have been led by Turner. Today we take you inside the BIM Central Command at one of the largest construction projects in the U.S.: laboratory construction for Vertex Pharmaceuticals at Boston's Fan Pier.

Day 103 - Summer in the City

Day 103 - Summer in the City, a photo by JC Cannistraro on Flickr.

Yesterday was the first official day of summer 2012. What better way to end the week and kick off the summer than with a view of the city from a popular summertime for Bostonions: the Hatchshell. Cannistraro's MDC Hatch Shell Fire Protection upgrades project is now complete. If you look closely, you can even see new sprinkler heads in the arches above the stage. While most of you attending summer concerts in this location look at the stage, today's photo is taken from the stage.

Day 102 - Throwback Thursday

Day 102 - Throwback Thursday, a photo by JC Cannistraro on Flickr.

Today's photo was taken 20 years ago at the Annual Meeting for union plumbing contractors in the Greater Boston area. If you are familiar with some of the long-time staff here at Cannistraro, you might recognize some of the faces sitting at the JCC table.

Day 101 - Summer Begins for JCC

Day 101 - Summer Begins for JCC, a photo by JC Cannistraro on Flickr.

Summer time in the A/E/C industry is often characterized by charity golf tournaments. Yesterday, the Cannistraro Service Group participated in the IFMA Golf Tournament at Stow Acres in Stow, MA. Shown in the photo above are Service Manager Bill Fleming & Service Sales Engineer Roland Oreste at the Cannistraro sponsored hole.

Day 100 - 100 Days of Blogging

Day 100 - 100 Days of Blogging, a photo by JC Cannistraro on Flickr.

It's hard to believe we are already 100 days into our Building with Intelligence 365 project! We have already covered a lot of ground from prefabrication, to community involvement, and signature projects from all three trades. Our 100th post is a familiar picture (and one of our favorites): a completed mechanical room all done up for the cameras! Cheers to the next 100 days...

Day 99 - Camaraderie & Team Building

Day 99 - Camaraderie & Team Building, a photo by JC Cannistraro on Flickr.

We kick off the week with one last photo from our 2012 company BBQ. This photo personifies camaraderie and team building as it teams a co-op student, a vice president, an experienced coordinator and a recent college graduate who recently joined the firm. This is exactly why we formed "Team Cannistraro!"

Day 98 - From Preconstruction to Service & Maintenance

Day 98 - From Preconstruction to Service & Maintenance, a photo by JC Cannistraro on Flickr.

Today's photo depicts 301 Binney Street in Cambridge, MA, a laboratory/office building owned by BioMed Realty Trust. Cannistraro completed the mechanical infrastructure for this project a few years ago, but still maintains the building through a comprehensive service and maintenance plan. Offering turnkey services, from preconstruction to service, maintenance and facility management, is just another way we are "Building with Intelligence."

Day 97 - Father and Son

Day 97 - Father and Son, a photo by JC Cannistraro on Flickr.

One week ago, on "Throwback Thursday," we shared a photo of John Cannistraro, Sr. holding his new, young son, John Jr. Today we share a photo taken at yesterday's Cannistraro cookout of the same two gentlemen; more than 50 years later. The past and present leaders of J.C. Cannistraro, LLC are shown in the above photo. This really is a great photo!

Day 96 - Backyard BBQ

Day 96 - Backyard BBQ, a photo by JC Cannistraro on Flickr.

Each summer Cannistraro hosts an employee cookout at its company headquarters in Watertown, MA. Despite the rain (for the second year in a row), the annual cookout will be held today and will include a lot of great food, fun and even a little competition. In hopes of convincing the sun to come back out today, here is a snapshot of a BBQ from years passed.

Day 95 - Cannistraro Co-op Program

Day 95 - Cannistraro Co-op Program, a photo by JC Cannistraro on Flickr.

At Cannistraro, we place a great deal of value on mentorship. We've talked about the co-op experience in previous posts, and will likely share co-op stories in the future as well. Today's post shows one HVAC co-op from Northeastern University that has transitioned into a full-time employee. This photo was taken at a "co-op breakfast" where each student is asked to present their progress from their semester working at Cannistraro.

Day 94 - IFMA's Big Night Out

IFMA's Big Night Out, a photo by JC Cannistraro on Flickr.

Cannistraro is a member and sponsor of the Boston Chapter of International Facility Management Association (IFMA). Last week we covered the NEBFM conference (an IFMA sponsored event). Last month a group of JCC employees attended the IFMA Awards of Excellence where some of our own projects were nominated! Congratulations to the project team on Boston's Atlantic Wharf; an award-winning project in which we were proud to participate.

Day 93 - The week that was...

Day 93 - The week that was..., a photo by JC Cannistraro on Flickr.

It's been a fun but busy week at J.C. Cannistraro. Renovations continue in our office, we launched a new Service Group web page, and we participated in NEBFM'12 events all week. Today's photo is of the expo floor at the Boston Convention and Exhibition Center (BCEC) where nearly 2,000 owners and facility managers came to learn and network.

Day 92 - Throwback Thursday

Day 92 - Throwback Thursday, a photo by JC Cannistraro on Flickr.

Today's photo comes from the archives of the Cannistraro family - graciously lent to us by Mrs. C . The shot captures a moment between a young Mr.C and recently welcomed son, John Jr. As we look forward to JCC's 50th anniversary its nice to reminisce on moments such as this and wonder, was Mr. C to have known his company would one day be celebrating 50 years in business?

Day 91 Northeast Building and Facility Management Show

Day 91 Northeast Building and Facility Management Show, a photo by JC Cannistraro on Flickr.

The Cannistraro Service Group continues to take the spotlight. Today, Tom Palange will be promoting this department of JCC at the Northeast Building and Facility Management Show at the Convention Center in Boston. The show will continue through tomorrow, concluding with a reception on Thursday night.

Day 90 - Hole in One with Wentworth

Day 90 - Hole in One with Wentworth, a photo by JC Cannistraro on Flickr.

Here at Cannistraro, we greatly value our relationship with Wentworth IT. Many students we mentor as co-ops move on to become full- time employees. Last friday, three members of our team showed support for their alma mater particpating in the Wentworth Alumni Golf Tournament. From left: Joe Harding (HVAC), Paul Battaglia (HVAC) & Frank Colantuoni (FP).

Notice the sign? These gentleman are proudly posing next to the Cannistraro- sponsored hole.

Day 89 - What Are Your Energy Goals?

Day 89 - What Are Your Energy Goals?, a photo by JC Cannistraro on Flickr.

We've talked a lot about the new Cannistraro Service Group in recent weeks. Today marks the official launch of the Service Group web page. The screenshot above is just a taste of the information available on this new page, but full content is available online at: servicegroup.cannistraro.com/

Day 88 - BIM Meets Energy Services

Day 88 - BIM Meets Energy Services, a photo by JC Cannistraro on Flickr.

Our Friday post features a truly impressive image from a BIM of one of our most exciting projects. Cannistraro is leading a team of contractors and consultants on a series of energy upgrade projects at two state health facilities in Danvers and Wrentham, MA. Prominently featured in these upgrades is a full boiler plant upgrade and a brand new cogeneration system. Much more to come in regards to these projects in the future!