OBPM Construction Takes on Hurricane Sandy Cleanup

OBPM Construction uses a specialized attachment to speed Hurricane Sandy cleanup and achieve precise control over the demolition process.

Jun 14, 2013

Residences all along the Barrier Island were severely damaged or destroyed when Hurricane Sandy hit the New Jersey coast in October 2012. OBPM Construction, Ocean Beach, NJ, is clearing away the debris to make way for reconstruction. Following are scenes of its equipment in action. For the complete story, turn to: Removing Barriers to Efficient Demolition

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