Invention Convention

Several LandmarkJCM staff had the opportunity this weekend to volunteer at the Hagley Museum Invention Convention.

The Convention is a neat opportunity for kids to explore and disassemble old computers, appliances, and other donated goods that no longer function. Then they worked to create their own inventions. Under the watchful eyes of mom or dad, or grandmom or granddad. Plus lots of other science activities and events. Our staff members Bruce Tease, Joe Irato and Howard Fortunato helped out at various times Saturday and Sunday.

The Invention Convention runs thru today January 16, 2012. Info at http://www.hagley.org/. Perfect event for the kids if they are home from school today.

CPFCU Ground Breaking Ceremony January 12, 2012

With the strong growth of housing developments in the Bear area, the new Community Powered Federal Credit Union branch will be readily accessible to the many working class families who live around and transit the Route 40 area. CPFCU is a full service financial institution currently serving 9,000 families in New Castle County. This new facility will have an exponential effect on the number of families it serves.

The 10,000 sq. ft. modern facility to be constructed on Route 40 is all about being responsive to the New Castle County community in member services, design and cost. Community Powered FCU did two feasibility studies before deciding on this branch, one in 2006 and another in 2010. The results were very consistent—this was the location. The new branch designed by Crabtree Rohrbaugh & Associates-Architects is cost effective and responsive to the environment.

LandmarkJCM is pleased to be part of the local Design & Construction Team:
- Crabtree Rohrbaugh Associates – Architects
- Joe Zebleckes/Brandywine Design Guild – Construction Admin
- Landmark JCM – Site/Civil
- Baker Ingram – Structural
- Furlow Associates – MEP
- Commonwealth Construction - GC

The Building Design: The design maximizes energy efficiency, and utilizes cost effective construction methods.
- Optimized Site orientation & sun exposure
- Roofs designed to reduce solar heat gain
- High performance building envelope
- Cost Effective and efficient HVAC systems
- Energy efficient Low emitting (Low E) materials for improved indoor air quality
- Maximized day lighting – numerous Low E windows
- Low flow & water saving plumbing fixtures
- High efficiency lighting
- Sustainable & regional plantings will help with storm water management
- Aesthetically appealing building by day or night along Route 40
- User friendly facility for community & employees

LandmarkJCM has performed the land surveys, environmental services, infiltration testing, civil engineering and site design, stormwater management (SWM), and the certified construction review for SWM structures.