DeKalb Data Center - Illinois

Jul 14

Project Summary

Aldridge was awarded a large civil/site package for a state-of-the-art data center in DeKalb, Illinois. Providing power and communications for cloud storage for one of the world's top tech giants, Aldridge utilized many innovations and technology systems to work smarter and build a more accurate project.

The field and leadership teams were a blend of utility, foundations, and transportation subject matter experts that have made it possible to expedite and effectively execute this massive project on an aggressive schedule. Our crews and site leadership have been recognized by the Customer and General Contractor for their safety best practices and project execution, further establishing Aldridge as a key player in data center construction.

Aldridge used Trimble Technology to enhance efficiency and accuracy on-site. Equipment operators utilize this technology to improve coordination with other trades, identify prefabrication opportunities and out-of-sequence work, and decrease work hours.

Trimble Earthworks delivers grade control for excavators, which creates smooth, flat, or sloped surfaces more easily. The software's Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) and GPS help stay within a half-inch tolerance when installing objects into the field. The SiteVision AR program allows operators to use their Android phones to give a rough layout before digging. This technology allows for six IN tolerance precision when trenching. The program’s connectivity provides ease of information sharing back to the office and crew access to the latest drawings. Through the use of this technology, Aldridge has been very productive on this high-profile project.