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Simplifying the construction process for a young tech company

Due to current and projected growth, Aver needed a construction partner who would keep them engaged and adjust as their business evolved. By bringing Pepper on board early, they made cost-effective decisions to meet their budget.

Projects, Workplace, Science + Technology
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The passion of a craftsperson

Historic restorations are a mix of preservation and progress. That's why today's renovations involve both time-tested techniques and the latest technology. For the restoration of Barrington's White House, there was value in using both to solve project challenges.

About Pepper, Quality, Virtual construction & technology
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Innovative ideas for improving construction quality

The construction industry is not known for innovation. In the process of sharing lessons learned through our quality program, we’ve also captured best practices and uncovered some truly innovative ideas. Learn how.

Quality
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Can repetitive construction activities breed complacency?

Repetition allows for tighter project controls, but it also opens the door to safety complacency. Director of Safety Dan Ruane explains how THA best practices and owner involvement can improve jobsite safety performance.

Safety
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The role of technology in construction – facilitating connections

What does it mean to be connected? VP of Technology Howie Piersma shares what he learned from chairing the AGC-IT Forum Conference that took place last week.

About Pepper, Virtual construction & technology
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Preventing moisture issues in your building

Incorrect use of vapor retarders leads to an increase in moisture related problems within the wall and the health of the building and its occupants. Learn the science behind how vapor travels and how retarders should be installed.

Quality, Environmental, High performance & sustainability
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Illuminating the impact of LED lighting

As costs of LED lighting come down, they offer many advantages. Director of High Performance and Sustainable Construction Susan Heinking discusses the characteristics and benefits in industrial and manufacturing facilities and where the technology is headed next.

High performance & sustainability, Industrial and manufacturing
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Peeling back the layers of TPO roofing systems

As owners consider long-term costs along with first costs, TPO roofs are increasingly popular for their cost-effective, high performing benefits; however not all are equal. Sr. Quality Manager Ben Dykstra discusses the pros and cons, layer by layer.

Quality, Industrial and manufacturing
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The truth about what it takes

At Pepper, we've helped our clients build some unique features. Constructing these details - unique or common - requires digging into the details and understanding the science behind building components and materials.

About Pepper, Quality

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UK, NKU break ground on $125M joint law, medicine facility

COVINGTON, Ky. — Community members gathered to celebrate the groundbreaking of the Commonwealth Center for Biomedical Excellence, a transformative project that will unite legal…

$125M facility breaks ground in Covington

Ground was broken Thursday, June 11, commencing construction on the future home for Northern Kentucky University's

Chicago's Water Tower Place Announces Major Redevelopment to Modernize Iconic Mag Mile Destination

studio Neumann/Smith and general contractor Pepper Construction. This collaborative effort and major investment

Chicago Women In Real Estate Say Career Growth Starts With Betting On Yourself

Bisnow/Will Follett Pepper Construction's Jacqueline Lavigne, Illinois Capital Development