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Attn: Calling All Old Phone Services

Monday, December 11th, 2017

Your building’s reliance on analog phone services could be costing  you money — and risking the integrity of your communication in an emergency.

What’s your other option? IP/Cellular Communicators continue to replace old phone technologies and will also continue to grow in 2018. Egan’s trained technicians can test current systems, provide recommendations, and install IP/Cellular Communicators in your building.

Many advantages with this new communication system include:

  • COST SAVINGS: see a return on investment in a short period of time with no more monthly landline costs
  • RELIABILITY: accurate monitoring and diagnostics — connection check frequently throughout the day instead of once every 24 hours
  • TIMELY: upgrades can be completed in one day

Ready to upgrade your building? Call 763.762.5636 or email us at service@eganco.com.

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Bringing Holiday Joy by Donating Toys

Thursday, December 7th, 2017

Employees are helping give the gift of Christmas to children less fortunate through this year’s Egan Company Toy Drive. With a goal of 1,200 toys in mind, employees dropped off their donations at Egan’s Christmas Party on December 6.

Attending the event on behalf of the Marine Toys for Tots Foundation were two representatives who greeted employees and accepted the toy donations. Additionally, Egan employees will be featured on KARE 11 on December 7 to announce the grand total of 1,311 toys that will be given to children in our local community.

The Marine Toys for Tots Foundation’s goal is to deliver, through a new toy at Christmas, a message of hope to less fortunate youngsters that will assist them in becoming responsible, productive, patriotic citizens. Thanks to Toys for Tots for providing for those in need.

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EGAN COMPANY APPOINTS JAMES FORD TO THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Tuesday, December 5th, 2017

MINNEAPOLIS, MN (December 5, 2017) – Egan Company, a Brooklyn Park specialty contractor, announced James Ford, Chief Financial Officer, has been appointed to the Egan Company Board of Directors.

“James’ experience and background in finance is invaluable to Egan, our employees, and our customers,” said Jim Malecha, Egan Company President & CEO. “He provides unique insight and expertise in strategic management and will be a great addition to our board.”

Ford joined Egan Company as Chief Financial Officer in February after 15 years in public accounting. He provides leadership overseeing Egan’s accounting, human resources, and legal functions, as well as acts as an advisor to all lines of business. Additionally, Ford is on the Board of Directors for Minnesota-based nonprofit, Dads Make a Difference.

Ford joins four other members on Egan’s board, including Jim Malecha, outgoing President and Chief Executive Officer, Duane Hendricks, Chief Operating Officer/incoming President & CEO, Tim Woolworth, Senior Vice President, and Jim Nonn, Chief Information Officer.

The Minneapolis-St. Paul Business Journal highlighted Ford’s promotion in its People on the Move feature.

About Egan Company:

Egan Company is a specialty contractor that represents over 15 skilled trade unions serving virtually every infrastructure discipline in the industry. Core services include: electrical, mechanical, curtainwall/glass (InterClad), millwrights, controls and system integration, building automation, and service. Egan serves every stage of a building and provides in-house expertise in planning, design, engineering, construction, and maintenance.

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Jessica Johnson
jkjohnson@eganco.com   //   763-595-4310

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EGAN COMPANY ANNOUNCES EXECUTIVE LEADERSHIP TRANSITION

Monday, December 4th, 2017

MINNEAPOLIS, MN (December 4, 2017) – Egan Company, a Brooklyn Park specialty contractor, announced the upcoming retirement of Jim Malecha, President & CEO at the end of 2017. Duane Hendricks, Chief Operating Officer will become President & CEO on January 1, 2018.

Hendricks joined Egan in 2002 with the merger of Comm Tech Electrical and has served as Chief Operating Officer since 2014. He has steered Egan through change and created a culture of innovation. He began his 30 year construction career as an electrician, reaching Master Electrician before moving into executive leadership roles.

Malecha joined Egan in 1999 as Chief Financial Officer and has served as the Company’s President & CEO since 2009. Prior to Egan, Malecha spent 20 years with McGladry Pullen, the last eight years as partner in charge of the Construction and Real Estate Group.

During Malecha’s tenure at Egan, the company has experienced remarkable success and growth, overseen 12 successful mergers and acquisitions, expanded into new markets, helped combine five separate Twin Cities offices into two, and has seen the company grow by more than 100%.

“It has been an honor and a privilege to lead this great company with people who are dedicated and passionate about our work,” said Malecha. “I’m excited to see Egan continue to grow as an industry leader and know Duane will continue our vision and make an even greater impact through his leadership.”

About Egan Company

Egan Company is a privately-owned, specialty contractor providing building trades to general contractors, engineers, building owners, property managers, and facility engineers. Specialties include: electrical, mechanical, curtainwall/glazing/metal panels (InterClad), millwrights, building technology, controls and system integration, and 24/7 service. Egan serves every stage of a building and provides in-house expertise in planning, design and engineering, construction, and maintenance. For more information about Egan Company, visit www.eganco.com.

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Video Series: We Are Egan Millwrights

Wednesday, November 29th, 2017

With a wide array of specialty trades and services, it’s not uncommon to hear our customers say, “I didn’t know Egan did that!” To highlight our skilled tradespeople and the wide scope of offerings our company provides, we are giving each of them the spotlight.

Over the next year, we’ll feature each of our 12 trades to offer a short overview of what they provide beginning with our Millwrights.

Take a minute to watch and learn more about Egan’s skilled Millwrights.

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We Are Egan – Dan Ford

Monday, November 27th, 2017

“Happiness is not a station you arrive at, but a manner of traveling.”

Meet Dan Ford, Project Systems Supervisor within the Field Services team, who has been with Egan for 10 years.

Outside of the office, Dan’s favorite weekend activity is jumping on the trampoline with his kids. “I have tons of great trampoline memories from my childhood. Now, I can pass those onto my own children which is fun!”

Before joining Egan, Dan served for 10 years as a combat medic and was deployed to Iraq in 2005 for 22 months on the ‘Extended Red Bull Tour’.

Another interesting fact about Dan is that he spent all of 2015 using the Trimble Total Robotic Station software to lay out glass for InterClad’s project at U.S. Bank Stadium. Through this project, he developed a process for “Vertical Layout” that he presented back to Trimble.

Our company is shaped by who we are, not just what we do. Together, we are Egan.

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Project HEAT’S ON

Friday, November 17th, 2017

The coldest months of the year are just around the corner and this means one thing if you’re a homeowner — turn on the heat!

Paul DeRosier, Egan Pipefitter Field Leader, and Trent Froberg, Egan Pipefitter Apprentice, donated their time and expertise to do just that through Project HEAT’S ON. This fall, DeRosier and Froberg volunteered to ensure a local homeowners house was safe and more energy efficient for the winter months.

Project HEAT’S ON was started in 1986 by the Minnesota Pipe Trades Association to service and repair furnaces of the elderly, disabled, and low-income homeowners. Each year, hundreds of pipefitters from 11 different unions statewide come together to participate and give back to the surrounding communities.

 

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The End of an Era

Tuesday, November 14th, 2017

Since 1946, a Minnesota manufacturing facility has relied on the same two synchronous motors to power its plant. But now, after 70 years, the time has come to get an upgrade. Egan provided its expertise in constructing the electrical installation of two, newer, more modern squirrel cage motors at the manufacturing plant.

“Given the age of the motors, the price to replace instead of repair them was actually more cost effective,” said Paul Meier, Egan Company Project Manager.

Facts about the motors:

  • The synchronous motors had a voltage rating of 2300 volts and ran at a constant rate of 200rpm. These have now been replaced with modernized conventional motors that can function up to a rate of 1800rpm.
  • In addition, the new motors have a voltage rating of 480 volts. With the help of gear reduction, they can still maintain the desired rate of 200rpm while providing much less stress on the machine.
  • The horsepower of the synchronous motors was 350hp and 500hp while the new motors are each 400hp.
  • Lastly, the new motors are half the size! The synchronous motors towered at seven feet high while the squirrel cage motors stand around three feet.

 

 

 

 

Pictured above: old synchronous motors (left) and new squirrel cage motors (right)

Egan’s team provided all pre-installation wiring of distribution gear and soft starters for the project. The soft starters temporarily reduce the load and torque of the power and electrical surge of a motor during start-up. In turn, this reduces the mechanical stress on the motor and shaft, which extends the lifespan of the system.

“The soft starters for these motors are an important piece to this project,” said Meier. “These will be a big factor in the longevity of the new systems.”

In addition, Egan helped coordinate the facility shut downs to install each of the motors. This included the logistics and functionality of allowing the facility to run off of one old motor and one new motor congruently in-between the two shutdown periods.

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Optimize and Winterize Your Building’s Systems

Tuesday, November 7th, 2017

The health of your mechanical systems can directly impact the profitability, safety, and productivity of your building. Avoid unplanned downtime with maintenance from Egan.

From boilers to furnaces, trust our technicians to improve your heating systems. We can help:

  • Ensure occupant comfort and safety
  • Optimize efficiency and increase energy savings
  • Extend equipment life
  • Prevent potential problems
  • Improve indoor air quality and temperature control
  • Recommend system improvements and upgrades
  • Replace filters and belts as needed

Prepare your building for the coldest time of the year by scheduling an appointment with one of Egan’s trained HVAC technicians. Call 763.762.5636 or email us at Service@eganco.com.

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We Are Egan – Julia Dean

Wednesday, November 1st, 2017

“I love being able to support our senior leaders – they are some of the best leaders in the industry and the best I’ve ever worked with!”

Meet Julia Dean, Senior Executive Assistant who has been with Egan for 11 years.

In her free time, Julia enjoys watching her children and grandchildren participate in their activities. She also enjoys jogging because it gives her quiet time to reflect and pray.

Our company is shaped by who we are, not just what we do. Together, we are Egan.

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