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Newsletters
The Latest Scoop is a newsletter published quarterly to provide you with industry updates and Brubacher® insights. Get the inside glimpse at what our experts are up to and the recent projects they've been working on.
Spring 2019
Excellence, as Keith ponders, can mean different things to different people and organizations. We also discuss our summer internship and co-op program, and review recent projects.
Winter 2019
In this issue, Keith points out the importance of constructive communication throughout a project's lifespan. We also highlight our continuing commitment to the health of our team members, and review recent projects.
Fall 2018
In this issue, Keith discusses why worksite safety is of the highest priority for all Brubacher employees. We also welcome a new member to the Brubacher team, and highlight our latest projects.
Summer 2018
In this issue, Keith gives a few examples of his pride in Brubacher's employees. We also review current projects, and welcome new members to the team.
Spring 2018
Imagining the future, reviewing current projects and contract negotiations are all covered in this issue.
Winter 2018
In this issue, Keith's asks "So What?"; we highlight recent projects in Lansdale, Westtown and Northern PA; welcome Melvin Pullen and Chris Sztenderowicz to the Brubacher team; and share photos from the archives.
Fall 2017
In this issue, Keith discusses the importance and qualities of interdependence, we highlight recent projects including Bayberry, Righter's Ferry, and Rohrer's Quarry, and share a couple of photos from the archives.
SUMMER 2017
In this issue Keith shares a few examples of how Brubacher employees’ hard work and planning minimized challenges and delays. We highlight recent projects, including Concord Plaza, Whispering Farms, and Exeter Storage World. Report on the local Make-A-Wish Event and share Keith's Labor of Love, a hand-crafted scale model of a Caterpillar 955K Loader!
SPRING 2017
In this issue we discuss what we look for in a job, our recent visit to ConExpo, and we highlight three recent projects: Fairfield Inn, Rt. 84 Clearing, and Kimberton Glen.
WINTER 2017
Persistence, leadership training, and professional growth are emphasized in this quarter's issue. Current projects include the Liseter Residence Project, and Kimberton Glen.
FALL 2016
In this issue we spotlight employee growth, safety awards and achievements. Current projects this quarter include Applecross 5B, Conestoga Road, Halcyon, Tice Estates, Meadow Glen Phase III, Residence Inn, Everts Well Pad and more!
SUMMER 2016
In this issue Keith recounts some examples that show how pre-work planning and open communication is essential. We share some of the safety observations from our many BOSS card winners, and we highlight photos and details of our recent projects.
SPRING 2016
In this issue: Keith emphasizes that working safely actually improves production and profitability; Brubacher adds new dump trucks, a fuel truck, and a lowboy tractor to its fleet; and we've been hard at work on a number of sites, including one involving an evening gas-main leak in Williamsport.
WINTER 2016
Safety and leadership training, recent awards, our current projects and the announcement of our new Employee Fitness Center are all featured in this issue of the newsletter.
FALL 2015
A few words from Keith on how adapting to changes, challenges and opportunities are key to career and company success in site construction; a successful summer internship program; highlights of our recent projects and more....
SUMMER 2015
Three employees graduate from the Brubacher Leadership Development Program, more than $5,000 are raised for the Make-A-Wish® program, current projects and more. . . .
Spring 2015
Brubacher opens new office in the Lehigh Valley, EHS Field Specialist Alan Houck becomes certified as a CHST, Kris Hay receives CEM designation, current projects and more . . .
Winter 2015
Keith talks about the importance of DOING something instead of making empty statements, Brubacher receives ABC Merit Level award, current projects and more . . .
Fall 2014
Keith Brubacher talks about the ten critical questions to ask your contractor, work on Three Springs Ministries begins, current projects, energy services work and more . . .
Summer 2014
Herb Brownett receives an ICCIFP award, staff raises nearly $10,000 in philanthropic efforts, Keith Brubacher discusses the clouds and silver linings of projects and more . . .
SPRING 2014
Current projects, Ahold safety award and the latest news . . .
Winter 2014
Safety Myths & Motivations, current projects and more . . .
Fall 2013
Industry Insights, the latest projects and more . . .
Summer 2013
The current change order mentality, the latest projects and more . . .
Spring 2013
The damaging change order mentality, the importance of safety 100% of the time, leadership insight on defining roles and responsibilities, the latest projects and more . . .
Winter 2013
Adopting a life-long learning attitude for success, safety day 2013, energy services update, 2013 service awards, the latest projects and more . . .
Fall 2012
Brubacher's core values, wellness day recap, energy services update, leadership development on planning and execution, the latest projects and more . . .
Summer 2012
Brubacher's vision and mission, wellness survey results, managing emergencies, energy services update, understanding the four ways of communication, the latest projects and more . . .
Spring 2012
Four areas to growth success, Brubacher nutrition challenge, 2012 safety banner winner, energy services update, understanding personality and using it in the workplace, the latest projects and more . . .
Winter 2012
Preparing for changes in the construction industry, Brubacher Wellness Challenge, Northern Tier Update, leadership development, the latest projects and more . . .
Fall 2011
Creating silver linings in frustrating situations, employee wellness picnic, listening safety, Northern Tier update, eight components of leadership and team building, the latest projects and more . . .
Summer 2011
How teamwork and traits allow you to tackle new frontiers, 2011 pedometer challenge results, safety mentors, key leadership terms/ideas, the latest projects and more . . .
Spring 2011
Marriage makes safer driving habits?, wellness at home, safety and quality, recognition and thanks, events, the latest projects and more . . .
Fall 2010 President's Message
"Will We All Be Better Off?" Five key areas of decision making that will have an impact on the construction industry at the end of the economic downturn.
Summer 2010 President's Message
"Stewardship Motivates Safety" A discussion on safety planning and performing in order to protect the life, health and property of all employees.
Spring 2010 President's Message
"The Brubacher Merit-Shop Philosophy" How Brubacher's employee structure gives us the ability to solve problems by working directly with employees and customers.
Winter 2010 President's Message
"With Arms Outstretched" How striving to be a lifelong learner increases value, builds relationships and opens doors in our business.
Fall 2009 President's Message
"Caretakers of Trust" Brubacher contributes to the success of companies by being stewards of trust.
Summer 2009 President's Message
"Brubacher's Diversity=Customer Solutions" Our wide range of services are often overlooked, but we can meet the full-scope of site services required for commercial, residential, municipal and industrial customers.
Spring 2009 President's Message
"Changes Do Bring Opportunities" As the business world changes dramatically each day, we can use those changes to recognize and seek new opportunities.
Fall 2008 President's Message
"Value Engineering" Brubacher integrates value engineering into an entire project, from the design phase through engineering and beyond.
