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  • Dylan Peltier Advancing to Project Executive Role

    04/15/2022


    Banton Construction is pleased to announce that Dylan Peltier will be stepping into the role of Project Executive, after leading as one of Banton’s top Project Managers and reaching his 25th year with Banton this coming November.

    Dylan is currently heading up Banton’s largest project to date. With a contract value of over $75 million dollars, the Hudson Line Express Cable Installation involves a 60+ mile-long stretch of railroad infrastructure installations between Croton-Harmon and Poughkeepsie, NY.

    Dylan’s expertise includes transportation facilities, train stations, active rail and wayside projects, as well as building renovations and new construction. Dylan has completed many successful projects, consistently exceeded the expectations of Owners and Designers alike, and has earned the respect of his coworkers, subcontractors and vendors.

    Among his many achievements, Dylan has developed and cultivated relationships with high-valued clients; including Metro North Railroad, Metropolitan Transit Authority, Greater Hartford Transit District, Windham Region Transit District and the Connecticut DOT. Dylan will dedicate his expertise as Project Executive to oversee multiple projects and continue to serve as a role model and mentor for others who seek to follow in his footsteps. 

    Banton is honored to have such a valuable team member, and we are looking forward to many more years of dedication and hard work to come. Please join us in congratulating Dylan for his achievements.

  • Ana Grace Academy Hosts Ribbon Cutting Ceremony

    03/30/2022


    A ribbon-cutting ceremony was held today at the Ana Grace Academy of the Arts in Bloomfield. Banton installed all of the electrical systems within the new building, including state-of-the-art theatrical and lighting control systems. Banton's work spanned all areas of the school; including a Black Box Theater, gymnasium, cafeteria and classrooms.

    Ana Grace Academy is one of over a dozen magnet schools operated by the Capitol Region Education Council. The school was named in honor of one of the children who died in the 2012 tragedy at Sandy Hook Elementary School. During the ceremony, her father thanked the construction team for working closely with his family to ensure the building would properly honor the memory of his daughter. “Every room, every corridor, every swatch of fabric, every paint color - her presence is here,” he said.

  • Banton Seeking Licensed Electricians & Electrical Apprentices

    03/11/2022


    Banton is seeking Licensed Electricians and Electrical Apprentices with experience in commercial and/or residential construction for immediate employment. 10 Hour OSHA certification is preferable, but we will provide training to the right candidate.

    For immediate consideration, please forward your resume to: hlaprade@bantonconstruction.com.

    Our firm is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe in the practices of promotion from within, hiring for the long term and rewarding employees for their dedication. We invite experienced professionals to contact us for details on a rewarding and challenging career.

  • Update - Upper Hudson Express Cable Installation Project

    02/24/2022


    Banton is installing nearly 60 miles of Signalization, Power, and Fiber Optic cables with associated infrastructure to support the implementation of Positive Train Control Systems (PTC) for Metro-North Railroad from Croton to Poughkeepsie in New York State. PTC is a system that greatly enhances Rail Safety and Efficiency for both passenger and freight traffic.

    The Upper Hudson Railway is an extraordinarily active railway serving as a main artery for Amtrak services from NYC to Poughkeepsie and points north including into Canada, the MNR commuter rail from Poughkeepsie into NYC and the main thoroughfare for CSX freight traffic connections throughout the country. The railway runs on a sliver of land between the Hudson Highland Mountains on the east side of the tracks and just feet from the Hudson River on the west side. Installation challenges include work through railway tunnels, over rail bridges and extensive work throughout remote areas with extremely limited access.

     

     

    While maintaining the active railway, Banton is performing a varied assortment of civil work; including removing thousands of yards of glacial and metamorphic rock, performing excavations adjacent to MNR tracks requiring rerouting of locomotives, and cross track excavations (digging under the railroad from one side of the tracks to the other).

    In addition to providing the infrastructure, Banton is utilizing two full power locomotives to install cables with a locomotive plow system. The plow system breaks the earth and installs direct bury rated cables along the MNR right of way right from the tracks.

    Major Subcontractors on this Project include Verde Electric, Michels Power, Precision Locomotive and many others.

    The project is scheduled to be completed in 2023.

    Photo Credit: Douglas Cunningham, Publisher and Editor, Putnam County News and Recorder

  • Employees "Gather" for Virtual Safety Stand Down

    01/3/2022


    Banton held a virtual Safety Stand Down for all company supervisors and foremen at the end of 2021.

    Scott Pipicelli from Traveler’s Insurance Company of America joined us to present two topics: Creating a Job Hazard Analysis (JHA) and Slips, Trips and Falls.

    Collectively, members of our company who oversee daily activities on multiple project sites were able to discuss and identify hazards and protective methods, while refreshing their knowledge of Banton’s safety policies, goals and expectations.

     

  • Banton Seeking Rail Personnel for Hudson Line Project

    11/15/2021


    Banton is seeking laborers, equipment operators and CDL drivers for immediate employment. Applicants with rail experience are strongly preferred.

    The work is presently taking place along the Metro-North Hudson Line between Croton and Poughkeepsie. The project field office is located in Cold Spring, NY. Please note: the project runs 7 days a week and night shifts may be required.

    Prevailing wage rates apply. Current OSHA 10 certification required. MNR safety training will be provided. A pre-employment drug screening will be conducted, and random screenings will be conducted periodically. Pay is negotiable and will be based upon experience and ability.

    For immediate consideration, please forward a brief cover letter and resume to: mhoff@bantonconstruction.com. No phone calls please.

    Our firm is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe in the practices of promotion from within, hiring for the long term and rewarding employees for their dedication. We invite experienced professionals to contact us for details on a rewarding and challenging career.

  • Closing out the Summer Season

    09/14/2021


    Banton's groundskeeper Chad Jansen and his team closed out another successful season and kept the building's headquarters blooming with bright colors throughout the summer. Jansen was the recent recipient of a Beautification Award from the North Haven Garden Club. 

  • James Nenninger Promoted to Vice President

    08/12/2020


    Banton's founder and president Frank Pullano today announced the promotion of James Nenninger to Vice President of Banton Construction.

    "James is an example of what any employee can achieve over time at Banton," Pullano stated. "His promotion creates new opportunities for those seeking to advance and further their own career."

    In his new role, James will begin involvement with the overall management of the firm. This transition will occur in close conjunction with the company's President and Controller.

    Mr. Pullano went on to state: "It has always been our policy to promote from within; rather than go to the open market for needed personnel. We are always looking for talented employees that are eager to learn, embrace mentoring opportunities and develop into key positions."

  • Electrical Division Closes out North Stonington School Upgrades

    07/15/2020


    Banton recently completed extensive electrical upgrades to the town of North Stonington's Middle-High and Elementary Schools. Both projects were part of the North Stonington School Modernization project. The Elementary School's new Café and Million Dollar Hallway are shown below. 

  • Banton Continues to Build on Quinnipiac Campus

    04/1/2020


    Banton recently completed an interior renovation of existing classroom space to create a new Advising Commons for Quinnipiac's College of Arts and Sciences.

    The space includes three private offices, advising suite, conference room and reception area. The Commons was finished with custom architectural millwork, flat screen televisions, projection equipment, and wireless card readers for access control.

    The focal point of the project is the open ceiling in the advising suite with exposed structural steel, spiral ductwork and acoustic panels.  

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