Thorncrete Construction adds GPS curb machine to fleet

Concord, Ontario company is first in North America to offer the Gomaco GT3600 that eliminates human error and spillage

By Cora Ruscica | Thu Jun 17, 2010

TAGS: Aggregates, Canadian concrete contractors, Curb construction, Sidewalk construction

Thorncrete Construction's Gomaco GT3600 curb machine

Thorncrete Construction Ltd of Concord, Ontario has added a new piece of equipment to its roster, one that original owner, Giuseppe Ruscica, could never have even dreamt up back in 1973 when the company was started. The Gomaco GT3600 is the first North American curb machine with a top gun mmGPS system. Without using any form of manpower the curb machine can automatically pour and measure the desired amount of curb.

Second-generation owner Ross Ruscica believes “the ability to have a GPS operated curb machine that virtually eliminates the human errors of spillage in pouring concrete is astonishing.” The machinery was purchased at a dealership in Toronto through Ida Grove, USA and has since successfully poured 1000 meters of curb, spillage free.

"Having our business evolve as a result of technological advances is not just a personal milestone of mine, but also a milestone for the construction industry as a whole. Not only can we now get jobs done quicker and more effectively but this GPS-operated curb machine virtually eliminates the concrete waste and spillage caused by man crews. This is a step in the right direction for us to prepare for a greener tomorrow," Ross Ruscica continued.

ABOUT THORNCRETE CONSTRUCTION
Founded in 1973 with only two man crews and a pile of shovels, Thorncrete Construction has built its roots from the grounds up in curb and sidewalk. Today the family-operated business has expanded its portfolio to include companies that service in road sweeping and flushing, sewer vacuuming, snow removal, waste removal and water truck rentals.

Thorncrete Construction is part of the Thorncrete Group of Companies that also includes Boltkrete, which handles road sweeping, flushing, and waste disposal. Group owners Ross and John Ruscica, their managers, and supervisors are all certified level 2 with WSIB / Ontario Ministry of Labour. All of the companies operate with a +95 percent CAD 7 experience rating.

Edited by Kevin Doyle

Source: Thorncrete Construction Ltd.