Materials and Resources

Every project is shaped by the type and variety of materials employed and the method in which they are used. In order to ensure different materials work well and complement one another takes skill and experience. Our 21 industry trades have the tried and tested experience necessary to make sure each project uses the proper materials that will not only prove durable and long lasting, but also environmentally friendly.

Our tradesmen and women demonstrate this same commitment to sustainability when dealing with the excess material and waste that is inevitable at any construction site. Rather than using one large container for all scrap material to be disposed of, as is standard practice on many sites, our workers separate like materials into containers for easy recycling in a manner similar to that done in a residential home.

Ironworkers Local 29 and Local 519
Making steel beams and other components does not require new raw materials for manufacturing. Members of our two Ironworkers unions use recycled steel material to produce new beams and other necessary parts for construction projects.

Plasterers Local 82
While often the selection of materials is not under the control of Local 82, their skilled craftsmen and women have had ample experience working with energy efficient designs, demonstrating their professionalism and commitment to quality on every job. Regardless of the application, Plasterers have the expertise to ensure your energy efficiency goal is reached.

Glass Workers Local 740
While often the selection of materials is not under the control of Local 740, their skilled craftsmen and women have had ample experience working with energy efficient designs, demonstrating their professionalism and commitment to quality on every job. Regardless of the application, Glass Workers have the expertise to ensure your energy efficiency goal is reached.

Cement Masons Local 555
Rather than install flooring over the concrete foundation floor, many buildings are sealing and polishing cement floors to serve as the final floor on the ground level of buildings. This practice not only reduces the need to produce flooring material but also eliminates the use of adhesive products to secure the flooring as well as the need for treatment products for vinyl or carpet, all of which produce harmful vapors for installers.