Construction Today - Vol 21 Issue 6 | Page 62

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A renowned industrial contractor , Norrell Construction ( Norrell ) offers a wide range of self-performed services , including mechanical , piping , civil , instrumentation and electrical ( IE ), cranes and elevators , HVAC , sheetmetal , building and remodeling , plumbing , roofing , and more . Beyond its comprehensive skill set , what truly sets Norrell apart is its unwavering dedication to delivering exceptional value to its clients . Its commitment to safety , innovation , and excellence has not only earned it various accolades but has also enabled the company to create long-lasting relationships with its clients . President and Owner Andrew Cone joins us for an enlightening interview . To kick things off , he provides us with an overview of Norrell ’ s history .

“ Norrell has been around since the late 1950s , initially established as a family-owned business operating in southern Brazoria County and along the Texas Gulf Coast . Founded by Farrell and Pauline Norrell , the company was eventually passed down to their children , who later sold it to us , the current owners , in 2015 . At that time , the business transitioned from primarily doing industrial and commercial work to becoming a fully-fledged industrial building contractor . Upon acquiring Norrell , we expanded its lines of business through the incorporation of an IE business through one of my partners , as well as HVAC , crane and elevator , general mechanical , civil plumbing , and roofing businesses . As a result , we became a turnkey contractor and shifted our focus more and more towards heavy industrial general contractor projects , although we still undertake building and remodeling work ,” he informs .
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