At Ecotech, we believe that the successful preservation of historical artifacts is critical to the success of any project. Ecotech recently completed a fascinating project at the Lazaretto quarantine station located in Essington, PA. The origin of this amazing historical site runs back to the 1790s when it was constructed in response to devastating yellow fever epidemics that were sweeping across the countryside. These fever outbreaks were so severe that their presence forced the newly formed American government to flee Philadelphia (the nation’s capital at the time).
Ecotech Hydro Excavation used the boiler on their truck to cut through the frozen ground with an electrical contractor at a Reading, PA vault. Hydro excavation is perfect for winter conditions! (more…)
Connie Boyd, the Accounts Receivable Specialist at Ecotech, has been with the company for five years. After having been involved with accounting in the construction industry for almost 20 years, Connie was looking for a change—and an opportunity was presented to join the Ecotech team. Her favorite part about working with Ecotech is the people! The team not only works well together, but strives to provide the ultimate customer satisfaction for their clients.
When she’s not at work, Connie enjoys spending time with her husband and three kids on their small hobby farm and being outdoors. She is a lover of flea markets, thrift stores, and antique shops as well.
Lori Mendez, Business Development Manager at Ecotech came to the company with 22 years of experience in sales and customer service in the construction and remodel industry. Lori was immediately intrigued by the company’s new and advanced technology in the excavation industry and decided to join the team.
Now one and half years later at Ecotech, Lori loves educating potential customers on the specialities the company offers, “There are so many potential customers out there that may still not be aware of hydro/air excavation or utilizing the benefits of it. It brings me great satisfaction to be the one to educate them,” she says.
Lori’s favorite part of her job is it’s versatility. One day she could be on a jobsite, the next day she may be visiting an office, or she may be at a seminar meeting new people to tell them about Ecotech. Lori enjoys being a part of a company that strives for customer satisfaction.
In her free time, Lori enjoys spending time with her husband and two children. She enjoys being a part of her kids interests and activities, specifically 4H, horseback riding, soccer, and wrestling. Lori also finds time to ride motorcycles with her husband and friends, as well as take trips to the mountains with her family.
No matter the season, there are many safety hazards that construction workers face at the job site. In the summer, employers focus on protecting employees from heat and dehydration. During the winter months, employers must consider extreme cold, high winds, and ice. Basic precautions and greater education can greatly reduce employee’s risk of illness and injury.
Follow these three tips to improve winter safety at the construction site:
1) Limit Exposure to the Elements With lower temperatures comes an increased risk of hypothermia and frostbite. Consider breaking up larger projects into smaller tasks. Reducing exposure to the cold and wind greatly improves worker safety.
2) Wear Appropriate Clothing Avoid slips and falls by wearing proper nonslip footwear. It is important to dress in layers including a heavy coat, sweatshirt, hats, and thermals. Encouraging employees to dress appropriately for winter weather helps to prevent illness and injury.
3) Inspect and Prepare Vehicles Before heading into the cold season, all work vehicles should be inspected to guarantee that they are in working order. It’s important to include an emergency kit in all vehicles to aid in winter weather prevention and response.
Cold Weather Digging Made Easy with Ecotech
Ecotech is committed to delivering the highest level of safety while complying with government health, safety laws, and regulations. We pride ourselves on promptness, reliability, and customer service. With Ecotech, unlock a safe, non-destructive, and cost-efficient digging solution partner.
Interested in learning more about the other great benefits of hydro excavation? To contact a Customer Service Representative, please call (717) 806-5460 or contact us online. We look forward to serving you!
