Rutgers Center for Advanced Infrastructure and Transportation held its annual Work Zone Safety Conference on April 5th, 2019 at Rutgers University in Piscataway, NJ. This conference promotes work zone safety awareness in local and state roadways for an integrative audie...
Read More »Crisdel Group is honored to be involved with the major renovations to the Toronto Blue Jays baseball facilities in Dunedin, Florida. This $81M project includes upgrades at two locations including the training center off Solon Avenue and the Florida Auto Exchange Stadium...
Read More »The $300-million new headquarters of LG North America-part of the South Korean global manufacturer of electronics and other products-survived a unique design challenge: a protracted three-year battle with conservation groups opposed to the building’s planned 143-f...
Read More »Crisdel is a family oriented company that welcomes the opportunity to face the toughest challenges in order to meet or exceed our client’s expectations as we construct their projects. At Crisdel, we understand that our employees are our most important asset, with this...
Read More »DAN SCHUMAN Bayshore Boulevard in Tampa Tampa City Council is expected to approve $1.7 million in enhancements to Bayshore Boulevard during a meeting Thursday. Part of the plan with the Florida Department of Transportation includes lowering the speed limit from 40 to 35...
Read More »South Plainfield, New Jersey: Crisdel Group, Inc. was featured in the February 2018 issue of Utility & Transportation Contractors Association Magazine in celebration of 50 years in business. We are so proud of our accomplishments over the last half century and look...
Read More »South Plainfield, New Jersey: Crisdel Group, Inc. was awarded the site preparation, excavation, underground utilities and site restoration work for a new Central Energy Plant, which will serve the existing Pinellas County School Board Administration Building. When the b...
Read More »Many high school graduates are unsure of what career path they’d like to pursue upon applying for college. If you are a creative team leader who enjoys mathematics and problem solving, a career in civil engineering just might be your calling. Civil engineers design an...
Read More »Crisdel Group strives to stay current with state-of-the-art technology used in the construction industry. The appearance of bulldozers, graders, and milling and paving machines have changed very little over the years, however; their functionality has evolved greatly. Fo...
Read More »Over the past 50 years, Crisdel has developed many long-term partnerships with subcontractors and vendors. These relationships allow us to complete projects faster and on time, continuing the flow of business and keeping our clients satisfied. Crisdel strategically choo...
Read More »April showers will bring more than May flowers if you haven’t properly maintained your asphalt pavement. There is a reason asphalt pavement professionals recommend preventative maintenance to protect your pavement. If you have taken the necessary steps, a little April...
Read More »We drive on roads and highways and park in asphalt paved parking lots every day, but have we ever taken a moment to think about what manpower and equipment is necessary to construct these large areas of pavement? Here is a list of equipment used to construct these surfa...
Read More »With winter and its accompanying snowfall on the way, it is important to look at your existing pavement and ensure it is ready for the harsh weather conditions to come. Crisdel has over 50 years’ experience in the asphalt pavement industry and can help you prepare you...
Read More »Highway intersections need special attention when performing asphalt paving, as heavy; slow-moving vehicles stop, turn and accelerate in these areas; exposing intersections to some of the highest stress levels found in asphalt pavement. Climbing lanes, truck weigh stati...
Read More »With cold weather on its way, asphalt contractors should know how to ensure their operations are successful when the cold weather and snow finally arrive. More importantly, they must know how to maintain quality asphalt paving in these harsh conditions. Quality of aspha...
Read More »One-third of our nation’s highways are currently in poor condition and construction unemployment is at twice the national rate; there has been a heavy debate on whether highway funding will create jobs for Americans. The debate on highway funding involves many variabl...
Read More »Cleaner Water with Asphalt Pavement? New research says Yes! Asphalt has been used for decades to waterproof structures because of its ability to keep areas impenetrable by water and other substances. But can we really say that today’s asphalt, made of 5% asphalt cemen...
Read More »Did you ever consider that smoothness of asphalt has an effect on vehicle fuel economy? Studies have shown, the smoother the pavement, the lower a vehicle’s fuel consumption. In addition to all of the technology used by automakers to improve fuel consumption, state ...
Read More »Crisdel is an experienced civil construction company that has been managing projects in New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, and Florida. Since we manage numerous projects across four states, we need to rely on project management and control systems. Recently, we have im...
Read More »As a civil construction company, we understand and prioritize our clients’ projects. One of the ways we do this is through HCSS Safety, a new program that complements other HCSS software that we currently run. Today, we thought we would showcase these programs to expl...
Read More »South Plainfield, New Jersey: Crisdel is happy to announce it has signed an excavation and site preparation contract for LG Electronics’ North American Headquarters. The project was proposed over seven years ago and broke ground in February 2017. The building w...
Read More »South Plainfield, New Jersey: Crisdel has expanded its operations into Florida and set up a regional office in Tampa to service new and existing clients in the Greater Tampa Bay Area. As a certified General Contractor and prequalification from Florida Department of Tran...
Read More »South Plainfield, New Jersey: Crisdel has been awarded the asphalt paving for bridge approaches for multiple structures on various Pennsylvania state routes in PennDOT’s East Region, Districts 4 and 5. The Rapid Bridge Replacement Project began in 2013 after Pe...
Read More »South Plainfield, New Jersey: Crisdel has been awarded the site work construction contract for the development of the ARK at JFK. Major scope of work items includes removals, excavation, storm drainage, sanitary sewer, concrete curbs, concrete sidewalk, concrete equipme...
Read More »South Plainfield, New Jersey: Crisdel was awarded asphalt paving and reconstruction of Bucks County’s Tohickon Valley Park access road and parking lot by the County of Bucks. The park is comprised of campgrounds, Tohickon Creek, High Rocks, and nature preserves. The p...
Read More »South Plainfield, New Jersey: Crisdel Group, Inc. was selected by its client, Kiewit-Shea Constructors, AJV, the construction contract for installation of a 6,800-linear foot 20” force main for the dewatering system to aide construction of the new bypass tunnel. The m...
Read More »South Plainfield, New Jersey: Crisdel Group, Inc. was awarded the site preparation and public roadway widening contracts for the Bristol-Myers Squibb Princeton Pike Campus by its client Torcon, Inc. The new campus is a 650,000-square foot office building located on a 13...
Read More »Before undergoing an asphalt reconstruction or resurfacing project, you might have a lot of questions. We pride ourselves on being knowledgeable about civil construction, asphalt and concrete paving. Here are some frequently asked questions that will help you be prepare...
Read More »Typically, asphalt surfaces have a lifespan of 8-12 years. There are a variety of techniques available to repair and maintain asphalt. Among them, include: Asphalt resurfacing. Resurfacing an asphalt surface will help improve driving conditions and the appearance of roa...
Read More »Asphalt is the most recycled, reused and versatile pavement material. It is used on 94% of the 2.6 million paved roads in America. There are five different types of asphalt pavement that you might be driving over. Porous Asphalt. Porous asphalt has been around since the...
Read More »The first impression potential tenants will receive upon pulling up to your apartment complex, is the parking lot. That’s why it is very important as a property manager to properly maintain and repave your asphalt parking lot. If you want your current tenants to conti...
Read More »There are numerous communities across the country that live next to or near one of the 3,500 asphalt plants. Although the majority of the plants are known as good neighbors, there has been some misconception about asphalt products. We’ve decided to separate fact from ...
Read More »Budgeting Tips for Property Managers Have you been thinking that your building needs a new asphalt parking lot? We’ve rounded up some helpful budgeting tips for property managers. Analyze the state of your current asphalt surface. If you see cracks bigger than ¼ inc...
Read More »Once you’ve finally updated your asphalt parking lot, it is important to protect it during the winter. The freeze thaw cycle that occurs during the cold-weather months damages the asphalt surface and causes potholes. Learn how to protect your asphalt lot...
Read More »First impressions are incredibly important when building a customer base. Oftentimes, a newly paved or well-maintained parking lot is the first impression customers will receive from your local business. Is the lot clean, free of potholes and cracks and ha...
Read More »Crisdel Group, Inc. has been providing clients in the NJ, NYC Metro and Eastern PA markets with asphalt paving services for projects of various types and sizes for over 45 years. Read More ...
Read More »Waterline construction is an important part of the building process for residential, commercial , industrial and infrastructure projects When it comes to constructing new utility infrastructure for development projects, waterline construction is an importa...
Read More »The demand for structural concrete services in the NJ, NY, and eastern PA continues to grow The tri-state area of New Jersey, New York and Pennsylvania continues to see major changes with construction of commercial , industrial and infrastructure projects. Because of th...
Read More »Storm Water Drainage Systems Installation Tips Storm water drainage systems are important for the environment because it lessens the degree of pollution, erosion, flooding and other environmental and health issues. Storm water drainage systems are required on residentia...
Read More »For one reason or another, the construction industry has been the target of rumors and myths for decades. Those myths have actually hurt the industry, forcing some very talented people to look for work in other areas because they feel they might not be qualified for the...
Read More »Crisdel Group, Inc. reconstructed the intersection of Runway 4L-22R and Runway 11-29 over a 15 day closure in June of 2014. During this time frame an astonishing amount of work (including, but not limited to; concrete pavement removal, grading, asphalt paving, electrica...
Read More »Porous asphalt… Conserves water Allows for better use of land Reduces runoff Promotes infiltration Cleans stormwater Replenishes aquifers Protects streams Porous asphalt offers a powerful tool in the toolbox for storm-water management In the natural environment, r...
Read More »Interstate 78 near Newark New Jersey’s Liberty International Airport carries roughly 138,000 vehicles every day, rivaling the notorious congestion found in neighboring New York City. Imagine trying to maintain that traffic flow while reconstructing three and a hal...
Read More »Crisdel is a family oriented company that welcomes the opportunity to face the toughest challenges in order to meet or exceed our client’s expectations as we construct their projects. At Crisdel, we understand that our employees are our most important asset, with this...
Read More »The Utility and Transportation Contractor has reviewed projects on the extensive NJ Turnpike widening programin each of the last three issues . In this issue, the projects which will be covered will include two contracts currently underway by the joint venture of Ferr...
Read More »Crisdel Group Teams Up With Ferreira Construction on New Jersey Turnpike Projects South Plainfield, NJ – July 19, 2010 Ferreira Construction and Crisdel Group, A Joint-Venture, were successful low bidders on (2) two projects for the New Jersey Turnpike Authority (NJTA...
Read More »Michael J. Criscola Inducted As 2010/2011 Secretary of the AGC of NJ South Plainfield, NJ – June 7, 2010 Crisdel Group, Inc. is pleased to announce that it’s Executive Vice President, Michael J.Criscola, was inducted to the Executive Committee as Secretary for the A...
Read More »Frank A. Criscola inducted as 2009/2010 President of U.T.C.A. South Plainfield, NJ – September 28, 2009 Crisdel Group, Inc. is pleased to announce that it’s President and Chief Operating Officer, Frank A. Criscola, has been inducted as the President of the Utility a...
Read More »Crisdel Group, Inc. Receives 2009 UTCA Construction Safety Award South Plainfield, NJ – September 28, 2009 At the Saturday Breakfast during the 2009 Utility and Transportation Contractors Association’s(UTCA) Annual Convention in Atlantic City, NJ, Frank F. Criscola,...
Read More »The New Jersey Department of Transportation (NJDOT) today announced the replacement of the bridge decks on I-80 over Berkshire Valley Road in Roxbury, Morris County. The $8.9 million project is funded by the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA). Source: New Jer...
Read More »The June Membership meeting attracted a large crowd and included the election of association officers and directors for the 2009-2010 period, presentation of four Annual UTCA Scholarships and Rick Hammer, NJDOT assistant commissioner. Hammer discussed the DepartmentR...
Read More »Crisdel Group, Inc. is pleased to announce that its Founder, Chairman of the Board and CEO, Frank F.Criscola will be inducted into the Asphalt Hall of Fame by the New Jersey Asphalt Paving Association (NJAPA) on Thursday, July 16, 2009 at the Molly Pitcher Inn in Red Ba...
Read More »Staff from the Crisdel Group celebrates the GCA Safety Day on April 23rd at their jobsite at the Port Authority Bus Terminal. The workers are installing over 400 security bollards around the station, while relocating a 12” water main. The focus of their toolbox speech...
Read More »Time and traffic had taken a toll on the Holland Tunnel, the four-lane I-78 thoroughfare connecting New York and New Jersey. Portions of the tunnel’s asphalt surface had settled and become crowned, leading to poor drainage and potential traffic hazards. The deteri...
Read More »Lanham, MD – The National Asphalt Pavement Association (NAPA) announced today that Crisdel Group Inc. of South Plainfield, N.J., has won a 2007 Quality in Construction Award for excellence in construction of an asphalt pavement. The company was recognized on Janua...
Read More »During early March, the New Jersey Asphalt Pavement Association co-hosted the 51st Annual New Jersey Asphalt Paving Conference held at the Hyatt in New Brunswick and conducted annually in conjunction with Rutgers University. Nenad Gucunski, Ph.D., a professor from the U...
Read More »The ability to provide a variety o asphalt paving services plus a dedicated focus on customers’ needs continues to be a successful combination for the team at Crisdel Group, Inc. Source: Building with Binder Magazine: View PDF...
Read More »Approximately 10,000 feet of pavement on Runway 4R-22L at Newark Liberty International Airport will be rehabilitated later this year under a contract awarded by the Port Authority. The project also includes the replacement of runway lighting. Port Authority Chairman Ant...
Read More »The expression, “Having your ducks in a row,” proved to be an essential approach for the Crisdel Grooup when the New York/New Jersey Port Authority awarded the asphalt contractor the $10-plus million contract to reconstruct Runway 4L-22R at Newark Liberty In...
Read More »During the early 1960’s, Frank Criscola decided to become a contractor after working several years as a mason in construction. In order to reach that goal, Frank found employment in the asphalt industry that provided him experience in estimating work and field in-...
Read More »On a recently completed project for the New Jersey Turnpike Authority, the Crisdel Group changed six manual toll lanes into four high speed E-Z Pass lanes at Exit 18W. Due to a tight time frame of only two months, as well as the politics involved with the $3.7 million p...
Read More »South Plainfield, NJ, September 19, 2003 – Crisdel Group, Inc., has been awarded the contract for the second phase of construction on the yard improvements project in Port Elizabeth, NJ, contracted out by APM Terminals. “In addition to being an important pro...
Read More »South Plainfield, NJ, August 19, 2003 – Crisdel Group, Inc., is pleased to announce that its Executive Vice President, Frank Criscola, Jr., has been appointed to the Board of Directors for the Utility and Transportation Contractors Association (UTCA) of New Jersey...
Read More »South Plainfield, NJ, August 11, 2002 – Crisdel Group, Inc., marked its 35th year in business recently, with a company-wide picnic held on August 10, 2003, at Springdale House in Warren, NJ. The event drew 250 attendees – owners, employees, and their familie...
Read More »This project consisted of a rehabilitation and partial reconstruction of an 1829 fieldstone and wood barn structure on Main Street in Gladstone, N.J. Essentially unimproved since its original construction, both the stone and wood sections of the building were damaged du...
Read More »The New Jersey Asphalt Pavement Association recentaly completed two annual activities. which promote its industry. This group’s first function was the Annual Meeting held at Bally’s park Place Casino & Hotal in Atlantic City On February 28-March 2, 1999....
Read More »Earlier this month, Crisdel Construction completed a $1.4 million Superpave project on Route 202/206 for the NJDOT. This project involved the milling and resurfacing of a two mile stretch of the highway on both the northbound and southbound roadways. Source: Utility and...
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