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WIELAND Golf Outing
On Friday, September 13, WIELAND employees from the Lansing office came together to celebrate a successful summer with a company golf outing. Held at the Portland Country Club, the day was filled with beautiful weather, great (okay, maybe good) rounds of golf, and opportunities to strengthen relationships. The 2024 winning team, consisting of Anthony, Dorothy, and Jerry, finished -10.
A big thank you to everyone who participated, and congratulations to our champs!
Past Posts
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September
September 24, 2024Springs at Five & Main
WIELAND is expanding Continental Properties’ footprint into Commerce Township, Michigan! Continental, founded in 1979, is a national leader in developing and managing multifamily, retail, and hospitality properties. In July, WIELAND began construction on the Springs at Five & Main, Continental’s sixth community in Michigan. This project is part of the Five & Main development, a mixed-use, walkable town.The complex will feature 284 units, ranging from studios to three-bedroom apartments, with amenities including a resort-style pool, 24-hour fitness center, and an upscale clubhouse. This marks WIELAND’s third project for Continental Properties, highlighting its commitment to serving repeat clients. -
September
September 20, 2024September Anniversaries
Our September employees are sharp! Thank you and congratulations to all WIELAND employees celebrating September anniversaries this month!
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September
September 19, 2024National Construction Appreciation Week
Every day, WIELAND and its valued sub-contractors are on the front lines of constructing buildings to bring you products, services, and comforts to improve your life. This week, National Construction Appreciation Week, we salute our employees, partners, and material suppliers who make it happen across the United States.
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September
September 11, 2024All-In-Fall-In
On September 9, WIELAND staged its Annual All-In-Fall-In (AIFI) event. During the AIFI, employees from all three offices and numerous job sites gathered in person and over Zoom to celebrate projects completed in the past 12 months. The event also provided an opportunity to celebrate personal milestones such as promotions, marriages, and babies. WIELAND is proud of its achievements in 2024 and looks forward to an exciting 2025!
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September
September 9, 2024WIELAND Promotions
WIELAND is proud to announce two well-deserved promotions: Julie Lucas has been promoted to Corporate Compliance Manager after serving as a Project Accountant since 2015. Her dedication to setting high standards has made her an integral part of WIELAND’s success, and she will use that same ability to audit WIELAND’s daily operations.
Tyler Buxton, formerly a Site Superintendent, has been named Project Manager. Tyler joined WIELAND in 2013 and has consistently shown strong leadership and dedication to both his team and the projects he oversees.
Congratulations to both on these significant milestones!
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September
September 6, 2024Rhonda Every Anniversary
WIELAND is excited to celebrate a significant milestone on September 6, as Executive Assistant Rhonda Every marks her 35th anniversary with the company. Rhonda began her career with WIELAND in 1989 as an 18-year-old receptionist. Over the past 35 years, she has grown within the company, becoming the Executive Assistant to all WIELAND shareholders and being a key part of the marketing department.Through many changes and transitions, Rhonda has been a consistent presence at WIELAND, always stepping in to help wherever needed. The Beach Boys’ song, “Help Me, Rhonda,” perfectly captures how everyone feels about her invaluable support. WIELAND is extremely grateful for her 35 years of dedication, hard work, and the positive energy that has helped shape WIELAND’s success! -
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September 4, 2024Teal Jones Sawmill
WIELAND is making significant progress on the Teal Jones Sawmill in Plain Dealing, LA. The mill, which will be housed within 138,000 SF of buildings on a 200+ acre site just north of Shreveport, was originally operational in Canada before being disassembled and transported by truck to LA. Once completed, the mill is projected to produce 300M board feet of specialized lumber annually. Additionally, the byproducts from the lumber will be sold to pulp and pellet plants. Construction began in January 2022, with completion anticipated this fall.
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September
September 2, 2024Labor Day
Happy Labor Day from WIELAND! Today, WIELAND celebrates the hard work and dedication of its incredible team and all the workers who make a difference on-site and in the office. Happy Labor Day!
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August
August 29, 2024Sofidel
Construction is progressing rapidly on the Sofidel project in Circleville, OH. Sofidel, a global tissue company headquartered in Italy, has invested $185M to expand its operations with a 500,000 SF addition. The original facility, which opened in 2018, experienced a surge in demand for Sofidel’s tissue products during the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020, leading to the need for expansion. WIELAND started construction in Q1 2024 and is expected to complete the 500,000 SF expansion in Q1 2025.
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August
August 27, 2024Summer Interns
WIELAND would like to thank its 2024 summer intern class: Chloe Scholten (Michigan State); Ellis Tompkins (Louisiana State); Haden Getchell (Hope College); Luke Krol (University of North Florida); Mitch Mills (Michigan State); Ryan Madalinski (Michigan State); Tyson Kizzia (Louisiana State). You are the future of our industry and we are grateful for your summer service!
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August
August 22, 2024August Anniversaries
Sailing through August and celebrating anniversaries! Congratulations to all the WIELAND employees who are marking a career milestone this month!
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August
August 20, 2024Olivia Brault Promotion
Join WIELAND in celebrating Olivia Brault’s well-deserved promotion! Since joining WIELAND in 2021 as an Assistant Project Manager, Olivia has shown incredible dedication and skill. She has recently been promoted to Project Manager, directing the Arq, Inc. facility expansion in Coushatta, LA. Congratulations, Olivia, and thank you for all your hard work!
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August
August 15, 2024Arq Concrete Pour
Another day, another concrete pour in Louisiana! This time, the WIELAND team gathered for another early morning at the Arq, Inc. facility expansion in Coushatta, LA. Founded in 1997, ADA and Advanced Emissions Solutions (ADES) would later buy the Coushatta plant, which still is the largest and most automated carbon manufacturing facility in North America. In 2023, ADA acquired Arq and rebranded as Arq. Inc., a global leader in environmental technology and sustainability.
The foundation of the new facility totaled 1,090 yds of concrete, serving as the base for a 98-ton steel tower to be placed later. WIELAND began work on the project in January and is set to complete the facility in early 2025.
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August
August 15, 2024Capital Area Manufacturing Council (CAMC) Golf Outing
Teeing off and making connections – WIELAND proudly sponsored the 2024 Capital Area Manufacturing Council (CAMC) golf outing, where business meets the green! CAMC is dedicated to advancing the manufacturing sector in the Lansing area, offering networking opportunities, professional development, and advocacy for local manufacturers. Events like the annual golf outing help build these valuable connections and support industry growth in Lansing.