The Nuclear Microreactor Mission A historic nuclear microreactor mission reached Hill Air Force Base—marking the first time one has ever been transported by military aircraft. The reactor, built by Valar Atomics, was flown from March Air Reserve Base to Hill Air Force Base aboard three Boeing C‑17 Globemaster III cargo planes. The mission—part of a […]
Mountain had a fantastic time connecting with industry partners and friends at CONEXPO this year. As one of the largest construction trade shows in the world—held only once every three years—the event is always a major moment for the industry. It provided a great opportunity for our team to catch up with customers, meet new […]
Utah is known for its world-class ski resorts and unbeatable powder, and we’re proud to have our headquarters here! The same mountains that bring skiers and snowboarders from around the world are also where we do some of our most exciting work. We’ve had the opportunity to play a key role in building and maintaining […]
At a radioactive facility, we handled the transport of two massive decommissioned steam generators from a nuclear power plant. Each one weighing as much as 457,000 pounds! Using two 300-ton crawlers, we lifted the units off railcars and moved them 75 feet away from the tracks. From there, we used a 10-line Goldhofer trailer to […]
Our team stepped in to assist with the recovery of a sunken houseboat at Wahweap Marina in Lake Powell. The job began with using a crane to build a barge system for the dive team to work from. The divers used airbags to lift the boat off the lakebed and secure it to the barge. […]
We just completed a major milestone—the completion of the seating precast at the Salt Lake Bees new home at Downtown Daybreak Ballpark. It involved placing 86 pieces, including tub sections that weighed at least 32,000 pounds. We worked closely with Oakland Construction and SME Steel to erect all the concrete precast. One of the biggest […]
Placing a 50’ rebar form machine vertically into a pit, inside a 56’ building, demands precise coordination and expertise. This intricate task involved two cranes working in unison to ensure the 60k piece was perfectly aligned while navigating the tight space above. The operation required meticulous planning and skillful maneuvering to secure the piece safely […]
At the Loveland Living Planet Aquarium, we relocated two large shark tanks, each weighing 20,000 pounds. We used a chain hoist to flip the tanks and then skated them through the aquarium to their new spots. We’re also getting ready to install a 1,400-pound glass enclosure for the otter exhibit. We’re excited to see these […]
High above the bustling operations of Salt Lake City International Airport, the traffic control tower stands as a sentinel of air traffic management, ensuring smooth operations for countless flights. At 320 feet, the logistics of changing out the glass became significantly more complex. The height alone presented challenges in terms of access and safety. Additionally, […]
Must see video dismantling the LTM 1650-8.1 In 2022, our team had the honor of erecting the tower crane for the Astra Towers project in Salt Lake City. Fast forward to April 2024, after remarkable progress led by Jacobsen Construction, the time had come for the tower crane to be dismantled – a significant endeavor! […]
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