Contest Winners for the Day: 
FIRST PLACE:

1. Dale Rive
2. Vincent Palmitesto
3. Scott Wilson

SECOND PLACE: 

1. Ed Burchett
2. Mike Millard
3. Dennis Lowther

THIRD PLACE: 

1. Zeth Caudill
2. Josh Wright
3. Kevin DeWitt
4. Nate McDonald

PUTTING CONTEST WINNING TEAM:

1. Vinny Mannello
2. Cas Jakubowski
3. Robert Kelly

LONGEST DRIVE:
Sean Spires
CLOSEST TO THE PIN:
Scott Wilson
​HOLE-IN-ONE LAKE COURSE #8:
Vincent Palmitesto

​Our Technology Group is made up of highly certified and experienced professionals. These include: BICSI Certified Installers (TECH, INSTF, INSTC); BICSI Certified RCDDs; and AVIXA Certified Technology Specialists (CTS, CTS-D).

​The Technology Group has also received APEx Certification through AVIXA for the fifth year in a row, which puts them in the upper echelon of integrators in the industry from around the world. Their level of expertise has been proven through projects such as the USAA, Suntrax, the JW Marriott, Jabil and many others and their contributions have truly made an impact on our customers, partners, and community.

The Technology Group also takes great pride in the dedication and work ethic of all of the team’s hardworking field employees. “They have been fantastic — working hard under heavy workloads and compressed project schedules,” says team member, Dennis Kuhns, INSTC, INSTF. “ Even the newest employees have all hit the ground running and have been great additions to our team.” 

The Technology Group’s work has garnered many awards over the years. Recent highlights include:

• Commercial Integrator Award:
  - Best Corporate Campus: New Jabil Headquarters, 2022
  
• InAVate Award Finalist:
  - Jabil Headquarters, 2022
  - St. Pete Police Department, 2020
  - Raymond James Stadium, 2018 & 2019

APG is proud to have completed another phase of the Tampa International Airport expansion project. The scope of the project included the construction of an all-new Central Utility Plant (CUP), Vertical Circulation Building (VCB), and an Emergency Service Building (ESB) at the heart of the build.

This multi-year, multi-phase endeavor showcases the craftsmanship and exceptional services that APG provides, even in the face of unprecedented obstacles. Performing work at an active airport is always a challenge, but COVID-19 has brought new difficulties. With the pandemic disrupting travel patterns and allowable construction methods on site, we had to adapt to the airport’s changing restrictions and standards. The team had to carefully plan twenty different shutdowns to maintain critical facility functions while transferring loads to the new electrical system. Despite all of this, we managed to stay on course for the project milestones and completed the project in a timely manner.

 We appreciate Project Superintendent Chris Gobright’s efforts to orchestrate the work and keep our entire team on track. He is supported by Field Superintendent Augie Manfre Jr. and Project Foreman Sergey Kharchenko. On-site Project Manager Josh Smith was essential to the expansion and took on the enormous task of coordinating shipments to the site, as well as completing paperwork specific to the airport. Behind the scenes, Project Administrator Meoi Plummer was an invaluable asset in filing and distributing a dizzying array of RFIs, submittals, and purchase orders. 

APG Security and Technology furnished the voice data, audio visual, and security systems, which were installed by our own technicians. Their hard work has reinforced our brand as a one-stop-shop for a client’s electrical and technology needs.

While these projects were under construction, Hensel Phelps awarded additional projects to APG as work on TIA continues to expand. The craftsmanship and professionalism of our field team has been crucial to earning more work on site, and we’re proud that Hensel Phelps continues to trust us with such complex projects. To everyone supporting us at TIA: Thank you and keep up the great work! 

In February of 2020, APG was awarded the St. Anthony’s Hospital 90 Bed Patient Tower Expansion project in order to meet the demands of Pinellas County’s growing population. Since then, APG has constructed a new Central Energy Plant (CEP), a new tower to house 90 private patient beds, an expanded inpatient dialysis area, additional education classrooms, and the relocation of the existing cafeteria and kitchen to the first floor to provide easier access for patients.

The construction of the CEP included creating a new medium voltage electrical system, which Project Superintendent Ricky Thomas oversaw. Ricky and his team were challenged to install 16,000 ft. of medium voltage cabling between a new substation, transformers, and electrical switchgear lineup.

The APG Team had to overcome many obstacles during the project construction phase, including strict COVID-19 guidelines. Safety Director Sean Hendry and Safety Compliance Officer Dale Rive also played a huge part in the project, providing help with safety planning and various health protocols required by the hospital during the global pandemic.

​Other hardships came with coordinating and working through extensive shutdowns and changeovers after hours to ensure minimum disruption during the facility’s operations.

Our Open House showcased the latest office expansion and renovations to APG’s administration offices and training center.

The division groups worked well together, creating imaginative themes to enhance the overall experience for our guests.

As always, Bascom’s Chop House provided exceptional food and service for our event. Thanks go out to Keith Macatee, KC Howard, Managing Partner Paul Bullard, Executive Chef Tony Bonano, and the rest of their staff.

Attendees were presented with a commemorative set of engraved, stemless wine glasses.

​We thank all of our customers, distributors, and vendors for your continued support and partnership.

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