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Groundbreaking, left to right: Jeff Showalter, First State Bank, Jim Neff, First State Bank, Amber Wolfer, Lake City Bank, Steve Brenneman, Aluminum Insights, Niles Graber Alvarez, Aluminum Insights, Jeff Miller, Aluminum Insights, Larry Siegel, Syracuse Town Council President, Sean Welty, Ancon Construction, Joe Honkomp, Aluminum Insights, Doug VonGunten, Ancon Construction, Ben King, Ancon Construction.
November 9, 2021 – Indiana-based Aluminum Insights announces its $17.5 million investment in a new, state-of-the art aluminum extrusion facility in Syracuse, Indiana. The company’s equipment will be installed in a new 76,000-square-foot building, which features 500 kilowatts of rooftop solar and eight acres of native grassland and trees surrounding the plant. This investment will enable the company to serve a select group of customers in the Upper Midwest to support their extrusion needs, integrate seamlessly into their supply chain, and partner in innovation.
The extrusion press, made by Italy-based Presezzi Extrusion Group, is a world-class, 2,920-ton, 8-inch press line that includes the latest in automation and mechanical technology and advanced safety features. In addition to the highly automated press line, Aluminum Insights operates several CNC fabrication work cells that include routing, cutting and machining of extrusions.
Based on Aluminum Insights’ job creation plans, the Indiana Economic Development Corporation (IEDC) committed an investment of $825,000 in the form of incentive-based tax credits. These tax credits are performance-based, meaning the company is eligible to claim incentives once Hoosiers are hired and investments are made.
“Bringing equipment of this caliber to a new facility designed specifically for this purpose will enable us to operate at a very high level from inception.” said Jeff Miller, Aluminum Insights CEO. “For those in our surrounding communities interested in learning something new, this business creates unique opportunities to be part of a world-class team and world-class extrusion operation.”
Miller also expressed gratitude to IDEC, the Town of Syracuse, and the Kosciusko Economic Development Corporation (KEDCO) for their assistance in making the Syracuse Technology Park the location of choice for this operation.
Site construction is underway, led by Ancon Construction. Installation of the extrusion equipment will begin in early January and is expected to be fully operational in April 2022.
About Aluminum Insights – Founded in 2020 by three local entrepreneurs, Steve Brenneman, the founder of Aluminum Trailer Company; Jeff Miller, former general manager at Chore-Time; and Niles Graber Alvarez, former consulting manager at Crowe and founder of Menno Tea. Aluminum Insights is aiming to transform the troubled aluminum supply chain in the Upper Midwest by bringing decades of experience in manufacturing and technology, combined with new, state-of-the-art equipment, to deliver a reliable, customer-centered supply of aluminum. https://www.aluminuminsights.com/
Founders, left to right: Steve Brenneman, Business Development, Aluminum Insights, Niles Graber Alvarez, Chief Financial Officer, Aluminum Insights, Jeff Miller, Chief Executive Officer, Aluminum Insights.
Rendering of new facility
Flyover: 15305 Innovation Way located in the Syracuse Technology Park
On June 1, 2021, Goshen High School senior Joseph Rodes signed a contract to work for Ancon Construction. Joseph was fully trained for his job during high school and was well-prepared to step immediately into his new career. As a student, Joseph took Building Trades and all the construction courses offered, along with Civil Engineering & Architecture and Engineering Design & Development. One advantage of training for a job you can begin after graduation is that you start earning a salary immediately, without acquiring large student loans.
“I enjoy working with the great people at Ancon. They have taught me many useful skills that I can apply even outside of work. I’m glad I had the opportunity to join the team.” – Joseph Rodes, Ancon Construction Laborer
“Joseph is doing an outstanding job. He’s a quick learner, prompt and a hard worker!” – Don Carrico, Ancon Director of Safety and Operations
Ancon hopes to sign many more students out of high school in the near future!
After breaking ground about two years ago, Goodwill Industries dedicated its new 105,000 square-foot campus in Gary, Indiana bringing 100 jobs. We are the proud builder of the new facility, an Excel charter school, a career center, and an outlet store.
Goodwill Industries searched a long time to find the right location for the first-ever Outlet store in the area. Get ready bargain shoppers; the outlet store is different from a traditional one. Items are brought in from other stores that did not sell and will be sold by the pound. You heard that right by the POUND! A unique concept and bargain shopping experience.
Not only is the new facility housing a unique bargain shopping experience, but it also has an Excel charter school, a free high-school for adults eighteen and older. The charter school is for adults seeking their high school diploma. There is on-site childcare for adults with children while they are in classes.
The career center provides free training to individuals to work on resumes, cover letters, interviewing skills, and job search opportunities.
The new facility brought jobs, compassion, education, and a great bargain shopping experience!
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As restaurants navigate the new reality of the Coronavirus, many consider alternative business models to continue serving customers, keep employees working, and a revenue stream. Some restaurants are offering carry-out, curbside to go, and delivery services. The enthusiasm for a drive-through concept gives people an additional protective barrier from other people.
The restaurant industry will see a new reality, post Coronavirus. What does it look like, and how can Ancon Construction be a resource? Restaurant concepts will invest in a drive-thru, pick-up window, and curbside delivery options. In addition to adding drive-thru windows, restaurant owners will need to be able to provide safe locations for curbside delivery and dedicated parking specific for partners such as Grubhub for delivery services. With the number of seats in restaurants restricted, these new options are opportunities to discover a new customer base and retain potential lost revenues.
Ancon Construction has been serving the restaurant industry for over 45 years. We can help you design and build your new delivery window and provide spatial planning for your curbside/delivery service. Every city has a different requirement for drive-thru windows and vehicle stacking. We can help make this process easy and maximize the footprint of your site.
Sources:
COVID-19 and the Rapid Evolution of the Restaurant Industry By:Robert Fiorito -May 13, 2020
Restaurant Business Model Changes in a Post COVID-19 World By: Toby Malbec, Managing Director of ConStrata Technology Consulting – 04/07/2020
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