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CBC
12-06-2025
- Business
- CBC
Scaffolding signals a summer patio return for downtown Halifax wine bar
New scaffolding is being built around Obladee Wine Bar, creating space for a summer patio the business has not had access to for the past two seasons. The municipality ordered the latest construction work last month for safety reasons. Gareth Hampshire tells us more.
CBC
12-06-2025
- Business
- CBC
'Much prettier' scaffolding will allow Halifax wine bar to open patio for 1st time in years
New scaffolding that aims to be eye-catching — instead of an eyesore — is being built around a Halifax wine bar, creating space for a summer patio the business has been prevented from using the past two seasons. Obladee said its business has suffered since 2023 when the municipality initially ordered scaffolding to be placed around its leased downtown location to protect passersby from falling debris. That tangle of steel and wood left no space for a patio, but work is underway on a more attractive design that does, following the latest municipal order issued May 9. "I'm very pleased with it," said Heather Rankin, the co-owner and sommelier of Obladee. "The idea is to provide maximum visibility for Obladee, maximum use of the sidewalk for pedestrians, while still protecting anybody below from what might fall off of the facade." The most recent order issued to the property owner, Caryi Group, detailed Nova Scotia building code violations, including hazardous loose stone and facade cladding. The order was made after a recent engineering report identified further concerns. The company doing the work, Skyrise Scaffold, has come up with a design that will leave room for a patio while also trying to hide the steel-frame structure and providing the required safety protection. "It is hopefully going to provide a much prettier finished product that fits in nicely into its surroundings around here," said Hywel Tyler, project manager and chief designer. Covering steel shoring posts in black plywood, for example, will make the structure blend in with the rest of the building on the corner of Barrington and Sackville streets. "We've been in conversation with [Obladee] about lighting and sort of melting away the beams up underneath and hiding as much as we can while not compromising any of the structure," Tyler explained. The additional engineering work means the project is a lot more complex — taking three days just for the initial base — whereas a routine build would only require that amount of time to complete. "When you're walking down the streets of Halifax, you wouldn't, unless you're looking upwards, actually know that there's scaffolding here," he said. The Caryi Group is going through insolvency proceedings in the Supreme Court of Nova Scotia. A representative for the company could not be reached for comment. It has been a long haul for Obladee, whose owners said the previous structure made it difficult for people to know they were even open. "Nobody wants to be crawling under old steel bars to get to us. And once they're inside, they don't want to be looking out at them either. So this is a huge improvement," Rankin said. She's hoping the new scaffolding system will be completed by the end of the day Thursday, after which time the city will need to return to examine it. "They'll do their normal inspections to hopefully approve our patio permit at that stage," Rankin said, noting it has already been submitted. The patio that is currently in storage is ready to install, she said, as soon as the business receives the approvals it requires.
CBS News
09-06-2025
- CBS News
Family of worker killed in University of Chicago construction site fall gets $23.5 million settlement
The family of a construction worker who died in a scaffolding collapse on the University of Chicago Medical Center campus in June of 2024 has settled a lawsuit for $23.5 million. David O'Donnell, 27, died, and his co-worker Jeffrey Spyrka was critically injured, when they fell more than 80 feet while working on the construction site of the hospital's planned cancer pavilion near 57th Street and Maryland Avenue on June 6, 2024. The lawsuit from O'Donnell's family claimed the scaffold was "incredibly deficient" and that contractor Turner Construction and subcontractor Adjustable Concrete Construction didn't take proper safety precautions. The O'Donnell family's attorneys said the scaffold should have been designed to withstand winds of up to 80 mph, but it failed when it was hit with a 44 mph wind gust. They said the scaffold was not properly connected to the building under construction, and that a 3-foot gap at the corner was bridged only with a 4-foot piece of plywood connected with three nails. Following the settlement, the family's attorneys said they hope this settlement provides the family with a "foundation for healing." "Our team has worked diligently over the past year to achieve a prompt and meaningful resolution for the O'Donnell family," Louis Anthony Cairo, Partner, GWC Injury Lawyers, LLC said. "The profound loss they have endured following David's tragic death is truly unimaginable. We sincerely hope that this settlement provides a foundation for healing and allows the family to begin moving forward. We are especially grateful to Judge Budzinski for her dedication and skilled efforts in facilitating this resolution." Lawyers said there are still multiple lawsuits pending in connection with the alleged failure to protect the workers. "Although this settlement resolves the claims brought by the O'Donnell family, litigation is ongoing," Cairo said. In a statement, Cairo said a case in the Circuit Court of Cook County remains active, including claims by Spyrka and nine other workers injured during the same incident. Please note: The above video is from a previous report.
CTV News
02-06-2025
- General
- CTV News
Three people seriously injured after scaffolding collapses near The Beaches: Toronto paramedics
A Toronto Paramedic Services ambulance is seen in this undated photo. (Simon Sheehan/CP24) Toronto paramedics say three people were seriously injured after scaffolding collapsed near The Beaches Monday afternoon. Emergency crews responded to the area of Queen Street and Victoria Park Avenue just before 1:45 p.m., Toronto police said in an email CP24. There, first responders found three males with serious, but non-life-threatening injuries, Toronto Paramedics Services told CP24. All three are being rushed to a trauma centre. No other details have been released. This is a developing story. More details to come.
Yahoo
02-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Technocraft Industries (India) Ltd (BOM:532804) Q4 2025 Earnings Call Highlights: Strong ...
Release Date: May 30, 2025 For the complete transcript of the earnings call, please refer to the full earnings call transcript. Technocraft Industries (India) Ltd (BOM:532804) reported exceptional margins in the drum closure division, with growth across all geographies including the US, Europe, and China. The scaffolding segment is performing well despite a 25% tariff in the US, as the company successfully passes costs to customers and benefits from higher tariffs on Chinese competitors. The Mac one division is experiencing strong demand, particularly in affordable and mid-income housing, with a healthy order book and plans to expand exports. The engineering and design services segment is seeing robust demand due to a shortage of engineering labor in the US and Europe, with a focus on mid-sized companies and new verticals. The company is expanding its scaffolding distribution in Europe and India, with approvals in place and a leadership team established in Poland. The drum closure division's exceptional margins are not expected to be sustainable every quarter, with future growth projected at mid-single digits. The textile and yarn division faced increased losses due to heavy depreciation and labor shortages, with sales only reaching 60% of target. The steel formwork business is not scalable and is expected to be ramped down in the next 2-3 years. The engineering and design services segment saw lower profitability this year due to investments, with margins dropping to 14% from previous levels of 20%. The defense segment is progressing slowly, with no significant developments to report in the current presentation. Warning! GuruFocus has detected 2 Warning Sign with BOM:524332. Q: Can you explain the exceptional margins in the drum closure division and the geographical contributions to this growth? A: The growth in the drum closure division was due to strong sales across all geographies, including the US, Europe, China, and others. This widespread demand led to increased revenue and profitability. However, such exceptional results are not expected every quarter, as the baseline margin is typically around 30%, with occasional peaks like the 39% seen this quarter. (Respondent: Unidentified_3, Director and CEO) Q: How are the tariffs affecting your scaffolding business in the US? A: The 25% tariffs on scaffolding in the US have not impacted us significantly as we have been able to pass these costs onto customers. Our main competition is from China, where tariffs are much higher at 70%, giving us a competitive advantage. (Respondent: Unidentified_3, Director and CEO) Q: What is the current status and future outlook for the Mac one division, especially in the context of real estate trends? A: Mac one is primarily focused on the domestic Indian market, particularly in affordable and mid-income housing, which continues to see strong demand. We are also exploring export opportunities in Saudi Arabia, South America, and the US. The Aurangabad facility is expected to be fully operational by September, enhancing our supply capabilities. (Respondent: Unidentified_3, Director and CEO) Q: Could you provide insights into the engineering and design services segment, particularly regarding client demographics and project types? A: Our engineering and design services are entirely export-oriented, serving sectors like transportation, industrial machinery, and plant engineering. We have about 85 active clients, primarily mid-sized companies, and all projects are time and material-based, providing long-term contract visibility. (Respondent: Unidentified_3, Director and CEO) Q: What is the impact of tariffs on the drum closure division, and how do you foresee this affecting future performance? A: Currently, there is no impact from tariffs on the drum closure division as the tariffs have not yet come into effect. We anticipate a growth rate of 5-6% next year, with potential disturbances from US tariffs, but no immediate trends indicating a negative impact. (Respondent: Unidentified_3, Director and CEO) For the complete transcript of the earnings call, please refer to the full earnings call transcript. This article first appeared on GuruFocus. Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
