For decades, our work in this area has supported the health and safety of the citizens throughout the greater mid-Atlantic region of the country. MEB has the added capability and advantage of self-performing much of the complex heavy civil activities associated with this work using our own forces and staff.
MEB has a variety of construction and design/build experience with corporate office and governmental facilities, both municipal and federal. Our portfolio includes new multi-story office buildings along with complicated, phased renovations and additions. Public private partnerships (PPP) are a hallmark of our capabilities
MEB is a national leader in the construction of aviation fueling systems and storage facilities, with an impressive portfolio of completed projects on various government and military installations across the country.
As coastal environments deal with the devastating effects of rising tides and recurrent flooding, MEB is uniquely positioned and experienced to help mitigate the myriad impacts associated with sea level rise. Our environmental construction project experience includes innovative solutions by the nation’s leading resiliency designers.
As an industry leader in the planning and construction of competitive sports tourism facilities, to unique expertise related to sophisticated systems associated with animal care and exhibition, along with experience in the congested logistics of resort area high rise construction, MEB is the preferred design-builder in this market that requires a unique level contractor sophistication.
Our commitment is always to allow the client to focus on their business, uninterrupted, while we focus on all the necessary construction activities. Our manufacturing clients, local, national and international, trust MEB to maintain their operations and critical schedules.
MEB has the added capability and advantage of self-performing many complex activities associated with pump stations and pipeline projects utilizing our in-house experienced construction forces. Much of this work is also completed with our own equipment, providing added value and benefit to our clients.
MEB utilizes a partnered team approach for all projects. Partnering builds a collaborative, project-focused team of multiple stakeholders with shared goals. Read More
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MEB provides construction management services, working with our clients early in the design phase and utilizing our experience to manage budgets, design elements, schedules, and ensure program and design will maximize opportunities for project success. We support our client’s architects and engineers in the preconstruction phase to provide current construction standards, means, methods, and technologies.
MEB serves as the design-builder, while partnering with design and construction firms to provide turn-key design and construction services. With a single point of contact, our team works with the client and design-build team to develop the project while reducing schedule and ensuring budget efficiency. We foster relationships of collaboration and innovation to surpass our client’s expectations.
MEB specializes in partnering with the public sector to develop their visions into reality by leveraging our expertise and, in some cases, private investments to significantly reduce schedule timelines, capital outlay, and long-term financial commitments. Through public private partnerships, our team can create innovative solutions to complex situations by bringing all project stakeholders to the table and collaborate to ensure project success.
At MEB, we are more than just a construction company – we are dedicated partners who prioritize our clients and safety above all else. We bring our three core values — Clients First. Safety Matters. Family by Choice. — to life every day through our actions, our culture, and our unwavering commitment to our people.
MEB’s leadership team is comprised of construction professionals with decades of experience assisting our clients to achieve their project goals and visions, while providing a work-life balanced approach to enhance the quality of life for the MEB employees.
MEB made a commitment to safety on every jobsite long ago and as a result, we are regarded as a leader in the construction industry for ensuring the safety of our employees and subcontractors. Safety is the collective responsibility of all individuals associated with a project. “Safety Matters” is one of MEB’s three core values and we use it to guide our daily actions.
MEB Making a Difference reflects our commitment to giving back to the communities where we live and work. Through hands-on volunteerism, meaningful sponsorships, and strong partnerships with local organizations, we aim to create a lasting and positive impact.
January 22, 2026
Following the turf padding delivery, installation began this week on the system, which is designed to transform the facility from a hardwood court to a full-size turf playing surface using large-scale mechanical components and precise engineering. The installation process will be just over a month, with the system expected to be fully installed by the end of February.
Turf Spool
When not in use, the turf is stored as a massive roll, approximately 12 feet in diameter, wrapped around a steel spool. During conversion, the turf is pulled across the wood floor by 14 hydraulic winches. Given the size and weight of the system, friction quickly became a major design challenge. Without a solution, dragging the turf directly over the wood surface would cause stretching and distort the field markings.
Below Grade Duct Vent
Engineers addressed this issue by introducing air beneath the turf, allowing it to move with minimal resistance. The system uses seven high-volume fans, each rated at 11,200 CFM, connected to an underground duct network. These ducts deliver air to 28 distribution points across the gym floor. As the turf is deployed, the fans activate in sequence, injecting controlled airflow beneath the surface so the turf effectively “floats” across the floor, similar to a large-scale air hockey table.
Once the turf is fully rolled out, the remaining trapped air is removed using a UTV and pull-behind roller, ensuring the surface sits flat and ready for play.
The result is a highly efficient conversion process that allows the facility to switch from basketball to soccer in less than one hour, maximizing flexibility without compromising surface quality.
1/4 – Turf Winches and Spar (Leading Edge)
2/4 – Turf Padding
3/4 – Turf Control Panel and Fan Variable Frequency Drives
4/4 – Turf Spool Drive Motor
Ruby Powers
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