UCP Summer 2017 Newsletter – Utility Concrete

Project Highlights

We have recently finished many exciting projects here at UCP. See some of the precast concrete solutions we created below!

I&M Canal Eco-Span Arches

UCP fabricated/delivered its first Eco-Span Arch System, which consisted of 7 precast arch structures that were 34’ span x 8’-0” tall in 6′-0″ segments. These were part of the improvements on IDOT Contract 61D71 and were designed by the Pretek Group. The arch structures were set on top of CIP foundations to span over the Illinois and Michigan Canal in Lockport, Illinois. The structures were installed within one day, ultimately saving the installing contractor time and resources. UCP looks forward to providing many more Eco-Span Arch Systems in the near future.

Click here to watch a time lapse video of the installation

Substation Firewall

UCP recently designed and supplied a substation precast firewall system. This wall was designed for a minimum fire rating of two hours and consisted of three precast columns and a total of four firewall panels. Unlike typical firewalls that we’ve produced, the aesthetics of this wall were given consideration and the contractor choose a 1.5” ashlar stone texture for the panels and columns along with a gadget gray paint color. A smaller column design was used, keeping the panel to column connection snug, helping with ease of installation for the contractor.

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Oak Creek Lockport Box Culvert

Utility Concrete Products recently installed box culverts in the subdivision Oak Creek of Lockport. The box culverts included 10 pieces with an opening of 8’-0″ wide x 9’-0″ tall and 20 pieces with an opening of 8’-0″ wide x 8’-0″ tall. They were installed in three parallel runs at a length of 72’ per run. These box culverts allowed the developer to access the next phase of their development by properly crossing Oak Creek. Installation was completed over a day and a half. Please contact UCP for options on prices and sizes of box culverts.

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St. Charles Dog House Manhole

UCP recently produced an 18′-0″ x 11′-0″ x 8′-0″ T shaped dampproofed manhole that was installed in St. Charles, IL, along Kirk Rd. This structure was initially designed as cast-in-place, but UCP engineered a precast solution for this project. By utilizing a precast design that included doghouse openings to accommodate existing utilities, the disruption of traffic was minimal during the installation process. The roof of the structure was specially formed with an indentation, to allow the structure to fit up against the curb. The success of this project was due to extensive coordination and communication between The City of St. Charles, UCP Sales, Engineering, Production, and the installing contractor.

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Unilever Light Pole Foundations

We recently produced (34) 30” diameter x 16’-0″ tall precast light pole foundations for the Unilever Drop Lot in Chicago. These are the tallest light pole foundations we have made to date, and each one weighed close to 12,000 lbs. Utilizing precast bases rather than pouring these in the field allowed the contractor the ease of same day base and pole installation, with no cure time required.

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Meet our Team: Shared Services Group

**From Left: Linda Watson, Cassy Moya, Barb Close, Alison Norris, Dave Kowalewski**

Linda Watson joined UCP in 2015 as our Staff Accountant. With a degree from Northern Illinois University, she has over 20 years of experience in accounting. Linda is responsible for accounts payable and assists with other integral accounting processes.

Cassy Moya arrived at the company earlier this year in the Dispatch Team, and recently became our Credit and Collections Specialist. A graduate of Lewis University, she helps to maintain our customer relationships while performing the credit and collections role for the organization.

Barb Close came to UCP in 2014 as our HR Generalist. She recently earned her SHRM-CP after studying at Northern Illinois University. Barb manages the new hire process, payroll, benefits, recruiting and a variety of human resources related functions.

Alison Norris has been with UCP since 2004 after earning her degree in accounting from the University of Illinois. During her tenure, she has had numerous positions within the Company and is currently our Accounting Manager.

Dave Kowalewski joined UCP in 2013 as the CFO. Dave graduated from Bradley University with a degree in Finance. He joins us with vast experience across multiple industries, including several years of experience in construction related businesses.

Request a Soundwall Brochure

We recently created a Soundwall Brochure that features the many varieties of noise wall that we produce, and have physical copies available that we would be happy to send to you! Click here to request a hard copy of the Soundwall Brochure.

We also have a downloadable version available on our website. Click here to view the PDF of the brochure.

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