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F&V Continues Leadership Transition as Fleis Steps Down

F&V Companies Inc. (FVCI) announced that co-founder Larry J. Fleis, PE has stepped down as board member as part of the company’s ongoing leadership transition. It became official at the…
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What Is an Engineer of Record?

An engineer of record oversees the design and execution of a construction project. They are ultimately responsible and accountable for its completion.
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Inspection of Underwater Structures: Why You Must Keep This Top of Mind

F&V’s highly-trained dive team answers the question of what cannot be seen below the surface of the water. We’re experts at structural inspections and endangered species surveys for bridges and…
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The Importance of Land Surveys for New Construction

What Is Land Surveying? Landing surveying is all about making maps to help people solve problems with a piece of land, whether it be a property line, what’s out there,…
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Watermain Replacement Services: What to Expect

Watermains are pipes that supply drinking water to homes and businesses. As they age, they become corroded and can break, causing problems for communities. Fleis & VandenBrink’s (F&V) water system…
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Press Release: Hemlock Park Kayak Launch Ribbon-Cutting Held

A ribbon cutting for the new Hemlock Park Doc’s Dock Kayak Launch in Big Rapids was held on Friday, May 26, 2023. The universally accessible kayak launch, honoring naming rights…
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Press Release: Leoni Township Celebrates Clean Water Plant Improvements

Leoni Township officials dedicated upgrades to its 3.0 million gallon per day (mgd) Membrane Bioreactor (MBR) plant that services the Township and 12 other communities in southeast Michigan. The dedication…
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Newsletter: Plant 3D Modeling Better Quality and Efficiency in Construction Drawings

Michigan communities are now reaping the benefits of new construction project drawings in three-dimensions. The added dimension, using AutoCAD Plant 3D, adds three-dimensional (3D) models, including piping, equipment, and support…
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What Is a Property Condition Assessment?

A property condition assessment (PCA) is an evaluation of the current conditions of the property along with a list of recommendations on repairs that are anticipated within the next 20…
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Difference Between Phase I Environmental Site Assessment vs. Phase II

A Phase I Environmental Site Assessment (ESA) and a Phase II ESA are key components of environmental due diligence. The purpose of a Phase I ESA and Phase II ESA…
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