Oak Park Illinois Demolition

Local Pioneer Press reporter John Huston posted some preliminary video of Champion Environmental Services, Inc., punching holes in the exterior walls of the Westgate building. The openings will be used to help expedite the removal of debris from the interior demolition. Links to the video and news article by John Huston follow.

Please look for more updates to come on this and other new projects in Illinois including Fox Valley, Joliet, North Riverside, and Des Plaines. Also be sure to visit for news on upcoming projects in Wisconsin to include Janesville, Milwaukee, and Madison.

http://blogs.pioneerlocal.com/thenewspeg/2009/02/demolition_has_begun_in_downto.html


http://www.pioneerlocal.com/oakpark/news/1445661,op-demolition-022309-s1.article

Indoor Firing Range Oshkosh, Wisconsin

Champion Environmental Services, Inc., has just completed the interior demolition and lead remediation of a military indoor firing range in Oshkosh, Wisconsin. The project entailed demolition of the firing line and bullet trap. Following the interior removal of selective gun range elements, an extensive lead abatement proceeded. The range, in use since 1971, had substantial lead impact that resulted in a raised shelf of solid lead. All lead together with contaminated remnants were removed and all surfaces cleaned. The project was finished on schedule and without incident.

Savanna Illinois Asbestos Abatement

Champion Environmental Services, Inc., will be performing asbestos abatement in Savanna, Illinois at West Carroll High School. The project involves the removal of ACM floor tile and underlay mastic. Additional work includes the removal of cementitious joint fittings/air call pipe insulation. The job is scheduled to begin in June of 2009.

About Champion Environmental Services, Inc.
Champion Environmental Services, Inc., is an innovative demolition and environmental abatement firm that operates throughout the United States. We differentiate from other large wrecking firms through our client-centered approach that is enhanced by attentive consulting and professional project management. Our clients appreciate the professionalism exhibited throughout the process; from initial client consultation to project closeout, Champion’s business approach has injected a new standard unseen within the industry.

Our ability to provide environmental remediation and demolition services creates an efficient turnkey approach for our clients. Services include: building demolition, asbestos abatement, salvage reclamation, selective demolition, lead abatement, industrial dismantling, site/soil remediation, underground storage tank removal, and deconstruction.

Cudahy Wisconsin Demolition

Champion Environmental Services, Inc., was awarded the demolition of an unfinished steel structure in Cudahy, Wisconsin. The subject property at 3233 Iceport Way is a steel beam edifice that was originally to become an indoor ice arena but the project was never completed. CESI scope of work includes demolition and complete removal of all building components including the elimination of footings and foundations. The site will be graded, filled in with top soil and seeded. The project is slated to begin soon.

Marion Memorial Hospital Asbestos Abatement

Champion Environmental Services, Inc., was just awarded an asbestos abatement contract with the City of Marion, Illinois. CESI will perform environmental abatement services at the old Marion Hospital in preparation for building demolition. A local news article concerning the project is here:
www.southernillinoisan.com/articles/2009/02/17/local/28271941.txt
As this project proceeds, we will provide more updates on the CESI Blog.

Champion Environmental Services, Inc., is an innovative demolition and environmental abatement firm that operates throughout the United States. Services include: building demolition, asbestos abatement, salvage reclamation, lead abatement, industrial dismantling, site/soil remediation, underground storage tank removal, and deconstruction.

Need guidance on an upcoming project or have a question, contact Terrence O’Rourke at 847-844-1695

Oak Park, Illinois Demolition

Today, Champion Environmental Services, Inc., began mobilizing equipment to prepare for the demolition of several commercial structures in Oak Park, Illinois. As utility cutoffs are finalized and with the environmental abatement now complete, interior demolition of the Westgate building will begin this week.

The challenges of working in a dense, urban-like environment, such as Oak Park are numerous. One difficulty we faced was getting the large equipment onsite. The properties slated for demolition are surrounded by heavy automobile and pedestrian traffic. With restaurants, high rise condominiums, a metra train stop, and plenty of retail in the immediate area, CESI had to devise a plan to move machinery in the safest and least inconvenient manner. An additional challenge was how to navigate a semi and lowboy on extremely narrow streets; it was determined our drivers could pull the trucks in but have great difficulty getting the trailers out.

Aided by a team of CESI workers that included flaggers and well place safety barricades, the machinery was unloaded on Harlem Avenue and then driven through a parking lot and onto the site. [Pictured above] The equipment drop was entirely seamless with little interruption to local business and without incident.

Champion Environmental Services, Inc., applies careful planning into each aspect of the work we perform always taking into consideration factors that are well beyond the immediate scope of work. Maximum team effort places safety as our first priority. The welfare of those who are immediately impacted by our actions drives the innovation – such distinctiveness is readily evident through solid strategic implementation and skillful project outcomes.

US Bank Plaza. Madison, Wisconsin

Champion Environmental Services, Inc., is in the midst of a very challenging project at the US Bank Plaza at One South Pickney Street in Madison, Wisconsin. CESI is selectively removing several exterior building atriums. Workers are hand cutting the steel beams for safe removal in a deconstruction project that will last into April of 2009. Current pictures of the building prior to deconstruction can be viewed at http://www.uli.com/USBankPlaza.aspx. In the coming weeks, updated pictures from the job site will be posted.

The work entails a sophisticated understanding a safe deconstruction practices. The US Bank Plaza job demonstrates our ability to address the demanding needs of our clients. Our range of capabilities is extensive; this project reflects that no scope of work is beyond our understanding. Ultimately, as one Project Manager stated, “Champion’s prime directive on all projects is to work safely. The safety of our workers and those around us will drive the decision making process”.

About Champion Environmental Services, Inc.Champion Environmental Services, Inc., is an innovative demolition and environmental remediation firm that operates throughout the United States. Services include: building demolition, asbestos abatement, salvage reclamation, lead abatement, industrial dismantling, site/soil remediation, underground storage tank removal, and deconstruction.For more information, visit CEIS on the web at http://www.champenv.com/ or call Terrence O'Rourke at 847-844-1695.

Recession – How to Survive In Today’s Business Environment

The economic climate of today has the American workforce on edge. Each critical facet is interdependent; such relationships embed difficulty that spreads throughout industries. Real estate has received a fair share of negative industry outlook. Home sales at historic lows, construction starts nonexistent, commercial leasing/sales edging lower, inherent land and building values in steep decline, credit markets frozen – the list is exhaustive.

Champion Environmental Services, Inc., success is dependent on a vibrant real estate market. To date, CESI has managed to stay ahead of the economic woes that have plagued nearly every trade and industry. Luck?

We attribute our continued success in a challenging market through forward thinking and sound strategic planning. CESI is guided by sound business practices enabling our continued growth. Our direction is centered on core principles that are client-centered.

Keys to our success:

Continual fostering of existing client relations centered on the quality of our services.

Expanding new geographic market presence.

Aggressive marketing that is people orientated.

Applied focus metrics.

Sales forecasting.

Aggressive assessment of balance overhead.

Networking.

A challenging economy requires that every business “face the facts” and embrace innovative processes that create opportunity. Having a value based product or service will not necessarily warrant a market need.

Take command of your situation through strategic planning and cull the varied talents of your personnel.

About Champion Environmental Services, Inc.
Champion Environmental Services, Inc., is an innovative demolition and environmental remediation firm that operates throughout the United States. Services include: building demolition, asbestos abatement, salvage reclamation, lead abatement, industrial dismantling, site/soil remediation, underground storage tank removal, and deconstruction.
For more information, visit CEIS on the web at http://www.champenv.com/ or call Terrence O'Rourke at 847-844-1695.

School Projects

Champion Environmental Services, Inc. is working on several school abatement projects to start off what looks to be a very busy February. At Alcuin Montessori School in Oak Park, Illinois CESI is facilitating an asbestos abatement project that should take approximately one week to complete. At the B.H. Hoffman Middle School in Machesney Park, Illinois CESI is conducting mold remediation services.

Champion Environmental Services, Inc., is an innovative demolition and environmental abatement firm that operates throughout the United States. We differentiate from other large wrecking firms through our client-centered approach that is enhanced by attentive consulting and professional project management. Our clients appreciate the professionalism exhibited throughout the process; from initial client consultation to project closeout, Champion’s business approach has injected a new standard unseen within the industry.

Our ability to provide environmental remediation and demolition services creates an efficient turnkey approach for our clients. Services include: building demolition, asbestos abatement, salvage reclamation, lead abatement, industrial dismantling, site/soil remediation, underground storage tank removal, and deconstruction.

For more information or for a price quote, contact Terrence O'Rourke at 847-844-1695.