Recognizing the necessity for a single source of responsibility for capital project development services, ACMS Group, Inc. was established in 1995 to provide services to many major corporations, along with the engineering and construction companies supporting them. As ACMS has grown, we have proven strength in our name by providing state-of-the-art consulting and design services, while recognizing the importance of dedication to customer service and building relationships.

ACMS Group, Inc. is an active participant of the customer’s project team. We work together to create defined objectives combining your goals with our experience. Our priority is to build relationships with our clients. The passion in what we do creates a solid foundation in our work, and in the longevity of our clients.

Types of Work Operations:

• Full Service Mechanical Contractor
• General Contractor
• Project And Construction Management
• Year Round Maintenance
• Discipline Engineering
• Scheduling
• Safety Engineers
• Quality Assurance
• Project Staffing
• Methods Evaluation And Development
• Complete Plant Maintenance Services
• Inspection Services
• Process And Power Piping Fabrication And Erection
• Mechanical/Process Equipment Erection, Rigging, Setting, Alignment
• Broad Range Professional Expertise
• Contract Terms Tailored To Clients’ Needs

Brief Background and Summary of Qualifications:

Advanced Engineering Services Inc., (AES) is an engineering consulting firm that specializes in geotechnical engineering and construction materials testing and inspection services. AES is a certified DBE firm with Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) as well as an MBE firm with IDOA. Our field technicians are signatory to IUOE Local 150.

AES is experienced in various types of geotechnical engineering evaluation that includes the design and analysis of shallow and deep foundations for different types of structures, including ports, railroad, bridges, retaining walls, buildings, high-rises, as well as design of pavement, trails, slope stability analysis, embankment monitoring, construction materials testing, supervision and monitoring of earthwork, ground monitoring, etc.

Our vast knowledge of the local geology as well as our familiarity with local construction practices, prepared us to develop the most cost-effective solutions to various types of geotechnical engineering and materials issues both during design phase and earthwork activities. We always strive to provide superior services by offering cost-effective solutions in a timely manner.

Our certified laboratory is capable of running all necessary geotechnical and materials testing that are needed during construction.

Out Staff

We have Professional Engineer (PE) on staff with over 25 years of experience in geotechnical and construction engineering, materials testing and inspection services for different types of projects including buildings, roads, highways, railyard, embankments and levees by US Army Corps of Engineers. We have project and staff engineers to assist in the day-to-day field operation, analysis and support.

Our Certified Field Technicians are signatory to IUOE Local 150 and ACI certified for both field and lab testing. Project experience includes materials testing and inspection of buildings, roads, subdivisions, highways, rail facilities, multi-modal facilities, utilities, etc.

Brief Background and Summary of Qualifications:

Badger Infrastructure Solutions is North America’s largest provider of non‑destructive hydro‑excavation (hydrovac) and related services. Since 1992, Badger has built a stellar reputation by innovating its proprietary Badger Hydrovac™ technology and delivering safe, efficient, and precise excavation solutions across myriad infrastructure segments. With over 140 service locations and more than 1,500 vacuum units, the company serves energy, industrial, construction, telecommunications, transportation, utility, and mining clients throughout Canada and the United States.

Badger offers a complete suite of infrastructure support services, including:

• Hydrovac Excavation & Daylighting: Safe exposure of underground utilities for anode installations, potholing, pipeline work, shoring, trenching, debris removal, tank clean-outs, service pit access, power distribution, and utility pole holes—all performed by in‑house built, purpose-engineered hydrovac trucks operated by trained professionals.
• Sewer Services: Comprehensive wastewater infrastructure support—air testing, CCTV inspections, laser profiling, mainline/lateral inspections, mandrel testing, concrete reaming/removal, locating, and smoke testing.
• Sewer Services: Comprehensive wastewater infrastructure support—air testing, CCTV inspections, laser profiling, mainline/lateral inspections, mandrel testing, concrete reaming/removal, locating, and smoke testing.
• Locating Solutions: Since 2020, Badger has integrated electromagnetic locating, GPS-enabled mapping, depth-of-cover surveys, CAD/GIS exports, daylight reports, and “watch and protect” inspections to guide excavation safely and eliminate risk.
• Disaster Response: 24/7 emergency excavation support for unplanned subsurface infrastructure damage or urgent site remediation needs.

Safety & Technical Excellence

Badger is committed to industry-leading safety, training all operators on the latest codes, best practices, and damage-prevention methodologies. With a centralized sales and support infrastructure and continuous investment in fleet, analytics, and ERP systems, Badger ensures operational excellence and cost-effective project delivery ir.badgerinc.com.

Markets Served

The company supports a broad range of industry verticals across North America, including:
Construction, Aggregates, Engineering, Industrial, Mining, Oil & Gas, Power Generation (coal, gas, nuclear, wind, solar), Railway, Transportation (airports, roadways, rail), and Utility infrastructure.

Why Badger Stands Out

• Founded in 1992, over 30+ years of continuous innovation in hydrovac technology.
• Operates North America’s largest hydrovac fleet with 140+ locations and 1,500+ units, supported by a team of over 1,600 trained operators.
• Offers a vertically integrated platform—from proprietary hydrovac equipment manufacturing to locating, excavation, and cleanup—delivering unmatched efficiency, reduced risk, and measurable cost savings.
• 24/7 toll-free emergency response and nationwide coverage.

Local Northwest Indiana Presence

Badger has a service location in Portage, Indiana, serving the NWI region with full hydrovac and related services. Contractors, municipalities, and industrial clients can access support directly from the local branch at any time.

Advancing Construction in Portage, Indiana

When it comes to taking on a project, there’s almost nothing like the role of steel. Providing the backbone and strength to structures is the goal of our steel services, which now have a new regional launching point in Portage, Indiana. We’ve been evolving the process to give our clients better results. Though we have worked with structural steel for years, our self -perform services saw a sharp increase beginning in 2014 with a number of General Motors projects. From procurement to detailing and erection, working with steel is a core strength of Barton Malow from healthcare to automotive clients and everyone in between. And as an American Institute of Steel Construction (AISC) certified erector, quality is at the forefront of every endeavor.

A New Home for Refractory Services

In an effort to expand the company’s offerings, Barton Malow has acquired Pyro Industrial, a refractory specialist. With this acquisition, Barton Malow has added talented new team members and unparalleled refractory services for a wide array of material—brick, shotcrete, fiber, precast and metal. In addition, the acquisition means Barton Malow new Indiana location is available to better serve clients in the region.

Our Steel Advantage

To say we have experience with steel would be an understatement. With our steel leadership team having some 127 years of combined experience, we have a proven record of giving clients the results they want.

That track record also means safety is our priority. With an EMR at 0.41, our services are led by our dedication to safety. Our core values are integrity, partnership and empowerment, and safety is embedded in all three.

When it comes to the services in our Portage location, the role of technology and innovation is unmatched. Our Virtual Design & Construction team creates a top-to-bottom approach to every project we take on. They develop 3D steel modeling to assist in Quantity Takeoff, planning, and real time master model coordination. This helps coordinate schedules between our team and the client, all the while giving us the opportunity to visualize the field and adjust—all before boots even hit the ground.

Want to hear more about our Portage office and their specialization in steel? Reach out Barton Malow to discover and discuss the best way to deliver your project!