PATRIOT Stands for Service to Excellence

Founded in 2009 by military veterans, John Gilmore and Matt Timbario, PATRIOT (formerly known as PATRIOT Construction, LLC) has always stood for service and excellence. Gilmore and Timbario started the privately held company as a Small Disadvantaged Business and Service-Disabled Veteran Owned firm. Now, more than a decade later, PATRIOT delivers full-service facilities and infrastructure solutions, providing complete end-to-end life-cycle …

ABC Navigates a Challenging Session During a Difficult Season

Despite a world-wide pandemic, , social distancing, and virtual hearings, the Maryland General Assembly was still able to introduce over 2,300 bills during its 90-day session. ABC identified a list of bills that were given a priority status in terms of our support or opposition. Here is a synopsis of these bills including ABC’s position and the final disposition of …

JCM Controls Upgrades Ventilation at UMD’s School of Architecture

Adequate building ventilation has always been an important issue for indoor air quality and comfort. JCM Control Systems, based in Baltimore, was hired by Constellation Energy to do an energy upgrade of University of Maryland College Park’s School of Architecture. “They wanted to conserve energy as it related to retrofitting its HVAC equipment,” says Joshua Matthews, president of JCM Control …

Lighting Up the Washington, D.C. Temple

Even in a city of world-renowned monuments, the majestic Washington DC Temple of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints (LDS) stands out. From its perch in Kensington, Maryland, it’s the tallest LDS temple in the world at 288 feet, and the third largest in the world at 160,000 square feet. And especially at night, when it’s all lit …

The Looming Damage of Pro-Cannabis Legislation

Maryland was a leader in fighting the battle against environmental tobacco smoke. And we won. We’ve seen the public health benefits as a result of curtailing the reach of this addictive substance. Unfortunately, we fell short in recognizing the terrible implications of prescription opioids. And now society is paying a huge price for it. Against that backdrop, it begs the …

Meet Genesis Corporation: A Woman-Owned Business Shaping the Industry

Since 1998, Michelle Wittig, president and owner of ABC member-firm, Genesis Corporation, has been proving women belong in the construction industry. When she first started out, she worked for a nationwide residential firm. In 2003, Wittig was asked to join a large commercial design/build mechanical firm. She has since forged her own path. In 2019, Wittig went into business for …

CAM Electrical Services Lights the Mood

Even though the pandemic has put a dent in indoor dining, ambiance is still a big part of the dining experience. That’s true of the restaurant space shared in Nottingham, Maryland by Wayward Smokehouse and The Curious Oyster. At Wayward Smokehouse, that means a warm, rustic lodge feel, with lighting playing an essential role in setting the mood. Popular seafood …

Bill Triplett

Sheet Metal Shop ForemanM. Nelson Barnes & Sons, IncCockeysville, Maryland Q: How did you get started in the industry? I was always the kid that worked around the house with my father and grandfather whenever anything was being remodeled or fixed. When I was in high school I decided to work in one of the construction trades and my high …

David Cookson

Foreman/Fitter/ApprenticeAbsolute Fire ProtectionAnnapolis, Maryland  Q: How did you get started in construction?A friend of mine who had been in the industry. Q: What challenges did you have to overcome?To be honest, addiction. I’m in recovery and have been clean and sober for 6 years now. Living and enjoying life. Q: What do you like most about your job? The fact that …

IN THE NEWS

Our ‘In the News’ section highlights weekly ABC-related newsworthy stories Celebrate Women in Construction National Women in Construction Week runs from March 7 to 14 this year. The four ABC Maryland chapters remain committed to promoting, supporting and encouraging women in the construction industry throughout the year. Through the Women in ABC committees, members are given the tools and a …