Ancon Begins Robotic Clean Room Project!

Ancon Begins Robotic Clean Room Project!

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August 8, 2017-South Bend, IN

Ancon Construction, premier design|build construction firm, announces another high tech robotics clean room project is underway.  Ancon served as the architect and builder for this project.  Our architectural team collaborated with our client’s engineering team to design a space that is functional, takes into consideration future growth, satisfies HVAC/Humidity/Dust requirements and is aesthetically pleasing.

Our client is a large manufacturing company in South Bend and has asked to remain nameless due to the competitive industry they work in.  Our team was able to identify various value engineering options to save on cost and brought a team of engineer’s vision to reality.  Often times, when working with a larger team a unified vision can be hard to accomplish.  Ancon’s design|build process served to bridge that gap and bring their team together.  Our outside perspective brought clarity and moved the project along 30%-40% faster versus their in-house traditional method.

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Design has been finished and construction is estimated to take 8 weeks.  In addition to this project, we are also working with Lippert Components on a clean room project as well.

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Ancon Announces New Hotel Project in South Bend, IN!

Ancon Announces New Hotel Project in South Bend, IN!

South Bend, IN 6/2/17

Ancon Construction, premier design|build construction firm, announces that a new Holiday Inn Express will begin construction on the south side of South Bend.  The location will be in the out lot area of the former Kmart/Sears site near the corner of Ireland Road and US 31/Michigan.  JSK Hospitality has partnered with Ancon Construction on this project which looks to open April 2018.

The hotel will have 88 rooms and full amenities.  In addition to the hotel, there are other future projects being planned on the once vacant site.  Ryan Kring, Vice President of Business Development commented, “We are thrilled to begin a partnership with JSK Hospitality.  Their organization has grown and they now are in a position to work with design build general contractors like Ancon.  As a south side resident myself, I am happy to see this long time vacant area begin to see new life.  I believe this project will be the catalyst for future development for the entire site.”  Kring went on to say that he can easily envision a future restaurant and perhaps even a brewery.  Kring stated, “The location, with visibility from the bypass and direct access on US 31, provides tremendous exposure and high traffic counts.  All things that developers look for when deciding where to build.”

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40 Under 40 Recognizes Ancon’s Own Matt VanSoest

40 Under 40 Recognizes Ancon’s Own Matt VanSoest

Every year 40 regional leaders under the age of 40 are recognized by The South Bend Regional Chamber’s 40 under 40 award.  This recognition shines the spotlight on 40 of the area’s most talented and dedicated young executives, professionals and leaders who demonstrate career success and community engagement.  The 2017 class will represent the 11th Michiana Forty under 40 class with 400 leaders already receiving recognition. This program is an annual collaborative effort between the South Bend Regional Chamber, the Young Professionals Network South Bend, and other partners in the Michiana region.

Ancon is proud to announce that Matthew VanSoest has been chosen for the class of 2017.  Matt is a lead designer on the Ancon Design-Build team. As employee owner, Matthew and a holistic team of architects, engineers, project managers, and construction crews, work together on a daily basis on design and construction projects. The Design-Build method, a very unique and rare project delivery method in the area’s construction industry, promotes daily collaboration on design, cost, scheduling, and construction methods. Furthermore, Matthew and the team push the boundaries and are on the leading edge of innovative, creative, and cost effective methods in architecture and construction – making sure both the design and cost are in sync with one another – a very large feat in this day and age! 

Since 2012, Matthew has served on the transition team for ETHOS Science Center in Elkhart. He worked with the ETHOS team in developing several short term and long term visions and master planning concepts. Matt earned his Bachelors of Architecture in 2008 and went on to earn his Masters of Architecture 2010 with concentrations in educational design and community redevelopment. Matt has a gift for creative design and has been honored for several of his designs.  Congrats Matt and we are proud to have such a leader on the Ancon team!

Apostolic Temple Church Begins Project In South Bend

Apostolic Temple Church Begins Project In South Bend

Apostolic Temple Church, located on Ironwood Drive in South Bend, IN and Architect/General Contractor Ancon Construction will begin Phase 1 of a building project which aims to improve building accessibility.  The phased projects will have an initial focus on improving building accessibility.

Phase 1, overseen by Project Manager Ken Wright, will include a new entrance canopy, sloped concrete walk, expanded north lobby, and a new ADA restroom.  “One of the most common ministry design challenge is overcoming barriers such as existing stairs/steps, lack of maneuvering clearance for wheel chairs, or original restrooms that do not meet current ADA compliance standards,” explains Ancon Designer Matthew VanSoest.  “Solutions to these issues are typically very challenging since we have limited space to work with.  We are dealing with existing conditions from the early to mid-1900’s and are trying to upgrade/modify many aspects of the built environment – bringing them to current standards and/or compliance.”

For more information on Apostolic Temple Church visit www.apostolictemplechurch.com.  Does your church need an addition or renovation?  If so click HERE and one of our church specialists will reach out to discuss your project!