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Burkes yellow crane inside of warehouse

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Burkes vs National Contractors: Why Local Knowledge and Fleet Matter

Picture of Burkes Burkes: Dec 17, 2025 10:40:21 AM

When it comes to industrial construction and maintenance, choosing between a national contractor and a trusted local partner can make or break a...

Electrical Fabrication Crane Rental
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Burkes Mechanical employee with crane for modular construction

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How Does Modular Construction Reduce Plant Downtime?

Picture of Burkes Burkes: Dec 17, 2025 10:36:22 AM

Modular construction reduces plant downtime by shifting the majority of work offsite, shortening installation windows, and minimizing disruptions...

Fabrication Modular Construction
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Large black industrial pressure vessel loaded on a flatbed trailer, fabricated for heavy-duty processing and transport.

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ASME U v NBIC R Stamps: Key Differences in Pressure Vessel Fabrication

Picture of Burkes Burkes: Oct 14, 2025 10:32:31 AM

If you are responsible for pressure vessels in your plant, you have likely heard about ASME U and National Board R stamps. Both certifications are...

Mechanical Fabrication R Stamp ASME U
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Pressure vessel fabricated by Burkes Fabrication

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What’s the Difference Between ASME U, S, and NBIC R Stamps?

Picture of Burkes Burkes: Oct 1, 2025 12:42:39 PM

When you manage a plant or capital project, you live with the constant pressure of compliance, uptime, and safety. Boilers, tanks, and pressure...

Fabrication Safety Quality
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