Archive for June, 2013

Former Manufactured Gas Plant (MGP) Remediation

Brookside delivered safe and innovative solutions to this Brooklyn-based client, whose former gas plant presented a full spectrum of environmental problems. Our professionals completed several phases of remediation work, including soil testing, excavation, and drum disposal. Brookside cleaned this hazardous site promptly and efficiently, in a manner best suited to the client’s needs.

Services Provided:

  • Completed:
    • Deep test pits
    • Soil excavation and disposal
    • Installation of product recovery trenching and wells
    • Dewatering
    • Drum identification and disposal
  • Provided a trailer-mounted foam unit to cover the soil during
  • test pit activities, in ...
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Remediation of Former Power Plant

The need for comprehensive remediation services was apparent when this former power plant first contracted with Brookside. The complete scope of work included the proper removal of hazardous underground storage tanks and steel foundation piles, as well as the excavation and disposal of contaminated soil and debris. Brookside provided an outstandinglabor force to ensure dependable and timely service during this sizeable, two-phase project.

Services Provided:

  • Excavated, cleaned and properly removed nine underground storage tanks containing gas, oil, and waste oil
  • Removed and disposed ...
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Former Commercial Dry Cleaning Facility

This Manhattan-based client called on Brookside’s expertise for the removal of hazardous tanks, soil, rock, and contaminated liquids, as well as the implementation and maintenance of a complex dewatering system. Our licensed professionals worked together to transform this rundown, former dry cleaning facility into a fresh environment, ready for resale and new occupancy.

Services Provided:

  • Cleaned and removed four 1,000 gallon perchloroethylene tanks, and 21 other various tanks
  • Classified, transported and disposed of:
    • 12,750 yards of rock
    • 345 tons of hazardous soil
    • 6,758 tons of petroleum ...
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Queens Mall Expansion Project

The Queens Mall expansion required a full set of solutions from Brookside. Services necessary for completion of the job included tank removal, soil excavation, and hazardous waste disposal. Throughout the project, Brookside’s staff ensured that each service was carried out safely and successfully, with maximum efficiency. Years of experience allowed for the successful and expedited completion of a wide range of tasks.

Services Provided:

Located concrete-encased gasoline tanks that were filled with contaminated sand
Excavated, cut, cleaned and disposed of fifteen, ...

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