Reliable piping and valve systems start with great materials. One of the most important elements of a safe and easily-maintained system is the composition of metals. By selecting the appropriate metal – whether steel, copper, Stainless Steel, PVC, CPVC, and aluminum – fluids within the system stay contained and the system itself works more efficiently….
What are the Differences Between Process Piping and Plumbing?
Posted on | Comments Off on What are the Differences Between Process Piping and Plumbing?Process piping systems are an essential part of many industrial facilities. At first glance, process piping and other piping systems, such as plumbing, may appear similar. While there may be several physical similarities, they serve very different functions. They also fall under different state, federal, and international regulations. At Base Construction, our capabilities include design…
Construction Industry Overview to Close 2017
Posted on | Comments Off on Construction Industry Overview to Close 2017As we wrap up our Safety Series, it’s time to focus on the end of this year in prep for 2018.
Cheers to Construction in 2017!
Posted on | Comments Off on Cheers to Construction in 2017!With the new year upon us, the team at Base Construction has been reflecting on 2016’s accomplishments while making our New Year’s resolutions and looking ahead toward what is sure to be an exciting, productive 2017. We had a lot to be thankful for this past year, as we were kept very busy working on…
Need Help with an Expansion Project? Base has you Covered!
Posted on | Comments Off on Need Help with an Expansion Project? Base has you Covered!As an experienced and trusted industrial contractor, Base Construction has completed over 3,500 projects involving process piping, concrete foundation, structural steel, and mechanical equipment for a wide range of industries. We provide creative solutions and manage all of the project details from start to finish on new or existing operation facility builds, work area expansions,…
Base Delivers Quality at Every Turn
Posted on | Comments Off on Base Delivers Quality at Every TurnNo matter what the project, our number one priority is to have totally satisfied customers. To meet this goal, it requires the highest quality of craftsmen, with the knowledge and attention to detail to get an assignment done and have it done right. This background helps to prevent problems from occurring during or after a…
Examining Effects of California’s Continuing Drought
Posted on | Comments Off on Examining Effects of California’s Continuing DroughtThe drought, now in its 5th year (though prominently noted last year), got a bit of a reprieve in January as El Nino’s rains poured down. February; however, saw unseasonably hot and dry weather. High temperatures broke records last month and the dry spell doesn’t yet have an end in sight. As California continues to…
Don’t Overlook Potential Problems! Now is the Time for End of Year Repairs
Posted on | Comments Off on Don’t Overlook Potential Problems! Now is the Time for End of Year RepairsEven though the temps are cooling down, it’s still hard to accept that winter is right around the corner. The cold temperatures that old man winter blows in are chilling to us, but could be disastrous to mechanical or structural equipment that may have been neglected since last winter. Many business and industrial sites deal…
Large-Scale Industrial Construction Projects in California Need Concrete Foundations and Concrete Slabs
Posted on | Comments Off on Large-Scale Industrial Construction Projects in California Need Concrete Foundations and Concrete SlabsAll indications and reports are showing that California’s commercial and industrial construction activity is continuing to grow, rising to levels the state hasn’t seen in almost 15 years. Earlier this year, one report from research firm CMD cited 10 of the largest upcoming California construction projects, including industrial projects, government buildings, sports and entertainment complexes, medical…
Meeting Out of this World Piping Project Needs
Posted on | Comments Off on Meeting Out of this World Piping Project NeedsOne industry that we largely focus on at Base Construction is the aerospace industry. Multi-billion dollar companies have revolutionized the aerospace industry in recent years, and we are proud to be part of this advancement. So what does this have to do with us? When a company finds itself in need of a customized, one of a…