FOPCO, Inc.

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FOPCO, Inc. is licensed in the State of Hawaii as an “A” (Engineering), “B” (Building),  “C-13” (Electrical), “C-14” (Signage), “C-27” (Landscaping), “C-31” (Masonry), “C-33” (Painting) and “C-37” (Plumbing) General Contractor (License Number ABC 15942).  We are classified as a small business per Federal and State of Hawaii criteria.

 

The company was formed in 1986 and incorporated in the State of Hawaii on January 3, 1989.  We are divided into three divisions: 1) Construction, 2) Electrical/Mechanical, and 3) Specialty Services; including Environmental, Precision Testing/Calibration and Cleanings.  Although each division provides a distinct service, each are staffed with industry and journeyman grade professionals who support and compliment the other divisions in the performance of individual or complex multi-trade projects.

 

Experience and Customers

 

We have extensive experience in the areas of general and environmental construction, turnkey electrical and mechanical work and various construction sub-trades.  Our services range from servicing, removing and installing more than 5,000 underground or aboveground tanks in the past fifteen years to installing electrical services, transformers, instrumentation and controls and solar powered electrical generating systems.  We have experience in completing mechanical/plumbing projects including entire school water systems, petroleum and gas facilities and flow meters.  We have also performed the excavation, handling, and/or remediation of more than 500,000 tons of various types of contaminated soil.  We can provide turnkey general construction and electrical work for the installation of new petroleum fueling facilities, such as COSTCO and Unocal Service Stations.  We have also completed entire electrical service work for Wendy’s Restaurants and Ralph Lauren Polo outlets.  These turnkey services include civil and site work, utility installation, concrete and asphalt placement, electrical signage wiring, landscaping and painting.  Our client base is varied and substantial and includes Federal, State, and Local governments, major oil companies, hotel chains, hospitals, major retail corporations, construction companies, and hundreds of small businesses.  A sample listing of our clients include the U.S. Army and U.S. Navy, State of Hawaii, City and County of Honolulu, Kauai, Maui, and Hawaii, AT&T, Corps of Engineers and Air Force and Home Depot.

 

Training

 

Our field management and environmental labor forces have received OSHA training in accordance with 29 CFR 1910 and our staff closely monitors and schedules refresher classes as required.  In addition, our employees possess DOT, CPR, First Aid, and confined space training necessary for environmental, electrical and construction project scenarios.  Additional professional training dealing with the removal, maintenance and installation of UST’s and AST’s are provided to our employees through equipment manufacturers.  Likewise, where necessary, our field personnel are involved in an on-going medical monitoring program to meet federal, state and project requirements.

 

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Our safety record is flawless with safety an integral part of our daily operation. Our work is performed "by the book," and short cuts and common practices not recognized by the construction, electrical or petroleum industry are strictly forbidden. We rely heavily on the National Electrical Code, State of Hawaii UST Technical Guidance Manual, the American Petroleum Institute’s and the Petroleum Equipment Institute’s "Recommended Practices and Procedures," as well as the local county Fire Departments.

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FOPCO Fleet and Equipment

Our equipment and vehicles are new and well maintained.  To preclude delays and frustrations inherent with rental equipment, we own our major excavation equipment (Excavators & Backhoes) as well as extensive support equipment.  We employ a full-time mechanic to ensure our equipment is in optimum operating condition.

Administration

Our management, financial and administrative staff are equipped with the latest in computer hardware and software, which are instrumental in the generation of accurate and timely reports and correspondence.  Our office automation is supported by an outside firm which ensures our systems are continuously maintained and updated with the newest innovations.  The highly respected accounting firm of Erwin, Cabrinha & Au, Certified Public Accountants and the Law Offices of Stubenberg and Durrett also support us.

 

During the past seventeen years, FOPCO has enjoyed excellent growth and success.  We are confident this success has been and will continue to be, a direct reflection of customer satisfaction and our commitment to our employees, suppliers, subcontractors and supporters.  If you have any questions or wish to discuss the services available, please do not hesitate to contact Mr. Dennis C. McElrath, RME and President at (808) 682-7161.

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FOPCO, Inc. 2149 Lauwiliwili Street Kapolei, Hawaii 96707 Phone: (808) 682-7161 Fax: (808) 682-4178