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Project Highlight: American Silica

Kelly-Hill Company recently completed construction of a 13,854 TF loop track for the American Silica production facility in Black Rock, AR. The project also included construction of nine No. 11 turnouts. We enjoyed working with American Silica on this project; here’s what they had to say:

“Kelly-Hill recently completed the track construction (approximately 13,000′) for our unit train capable frac sand processing and load out facility located in Black Rock, AR.  The work performed and product produced by their organization, was always done so in a professional manner emphasizing safety, quality, and efficiency. We are already looking at expanding our facility and intend on using Kelly-Hill for this expansion. I fully endorse their organization and would not hesitate to recommend them for your next project.”

Kelly-Hill Company is slated to begin work on a second loop track at this facility in 2017.

Kelly-Hill Company Wins Silver Level Safe Contractor of the Year Award

We were notified that we received the Silver Level Safe Contractor of the Year 2016 by the National Railroad Construction and Maintenance Association and Railway Track & Structures.

 

It’s an honor that recognizes Contractor members of NRC with strong workplace safety programs. Kelly-Hill Company continually keeps safety at the forefront of its business. Safety is extremely important to us. We have dedicated training sessions, daily safety meetings, and tool box talks. We are thrilled to be recognized for our safety practices!

Eads Bridge Rehabilitation Complete

Kelly-Hill Company recently took part in the renovation project for the historic Eads Bridge in St. Louis.  Working with the project’s general contractor St. Louis Bridge Construction Co., our team re-decked Mains 1 and 2, for a total of 3,000 feet across the bridge. A ceremony was held for the completion of this four-year project, which is the first complete rehabilitation done on the 142-year-old bridge.

The Eads Bridge opened on July 4, 1874 to freight railroad traffic. It debuted as the world’s first steel-trussed bridge and the first in the US to use pneumatic caissons in the construction of its piers. The Eads Bridge is now used for automobile and light rail traffic.

Other notable firms that participated in this project are TranSystems, who acted as the design engineering firm, and Modjeski and Masters, who performed project management oversight.

Kansas City Contractors Expo

KC Contractors ExpoThe team at Kelly-Hill Company has had a great start to the Fall season, and recently took the opportunity to participate in the Kansas City Contractors Expo.

 

Michael Steele, Director of Business Operations and Marketing, Bill Broekemeier, Business Development Manager, and Ed Conlon, Project Manager and Estimator spent their Wednesday at Bartle Hall, manning the Kelly-Hill Company booth. Overall, the Expo was a great way to meet new people and other contractors while engaging in construction topics.

 

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8th Annual CDI and D & I RR Golf Outing

Kelly-Hill Company recently hit the links and participated in the 8th Annual CDI and D & I RR Golf Outing at Brookings Country Club in South Dakota.

Our Project Manager and Estimator, Ed Conlon, and Director of Business Operations and Marketing, Michael Steele teamed with Progress Rail’s Ed Saam and North Shore Track’s Josh Collins for the day.

The hosts of the annual tournament are outstanding members of the rail Industry. D & I RR is a railroad subsidiary of L. G. Everist and operates a line from Dell Rapids, SD, to Sioux City, IA. CDI is a civil engineering and land surveying company that operates out of Brookings, SD, and specializes in transportation engineering.

The course and weather was fantastic, and we would like to thank CDI and D & I RR for holding the tournament. We enjoyed being in the company of exceptional rail industry professionals, and look forward to attending this golf outing again next year.

 

Upcoming Outback Railroad Association Conference

The Outback Railroad Association Annual Safety and Training Conference will be held October 13-15 in Deadwood, SD and Kelly-Hill Company is proud to participate as a presenter and sponsor of the conference. The General Superintendent for New Construction at Kelly-Hill Company, will be discussing construction work procedures. In addition to highlighting specifics of tools and railroad equipment, Alan will also discuss weather and environmental conditions and how to take proper precautions to keep workers safe and protected.

Wylie Intermodal Facility Construction

Kelly-Hill Company recently completed construction at Kansas City Southern’s new intermodal facility at Wylie, Texas. The construction on this project included more than 13,000 track feet across strip tracks, leads and mechanical track, as well as three new turnouts. With a tight project schedule, we beat each of the three schedule milestones by at least two days with each milestone.

 

This new facility replaces KCS’ current facility in Dallas. The new Wylie facility will have an annual lift capacity of more than 300,000 units, in addition to an automated gate system and mechanical tracks.

Wylie Intermodal Facility Wylie Intermodal Facility Wylie Intermodal Facility. West lead entering the yard. Wylie Intermodal Facility

Kelly-Hill Company Supports Race 4 Domestic Violence Prevention

We are proud to be a sponsor of the 2nd Annual Race 4 Domestic Violence Prevention 5K, held in Kansas City, KS on May 2. This non-profit is a resource for local community outreach, awareness and education on domestic violence prevention. There are many great organizations around the community that help interact with domestic violence victims and their families directly. Race 4 Domestic Violence Prevention helps support these organizations with education and funding. This is why we’re a sponsor of this fundraising 5K.

 

Community involvement is important to Kelly-Hill Company. We feel it’s vital to give back and be a good steward to our Kansas City community. If you’re in the area, please join us and sign up for the 5K at Wyandotte County Park in Kansas City, KS.

Kelly-Hill Company Project Wins Award

This month, the Kansas City Industrial Council (KCIC) awarded the KCT Railway team a Brick-by-Brick award at their annual reception, this year held at Boulevard Brewery. The awards recognize contributions to improving the economy in Kansas City’s industrial areas using the following considerations: capital improvement, job creation, improved infrastructure, or relocation or expansion. The improved infrastructure project, known as “Incline,” was completed on KCT Railway property in partnership with the City of Kansas City, MO. The team included us, retaining wall contractor Clarkson Construction, and designer TranSystems. The Incline project replaced a failing retaining wall, improved drainage to alleviate flooding in the West Bottoms and relocated 3,000 track feet on two adjacent freight rail main lines. Congrats to the team!