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Shambaugh and Son Fire Protection Service Division welcomed the BGC Project Blueprint program members to the new Shambaugh service building located at 1818 Research Drive.  

Cavin Gray, service sales estimator, began with the history of Shambaugh and the fire pump and sprinkler design and function. 

Cavin also provided a tour of the warehouse to show the kids what a fire pump and sprinkler risers look like.  

Mike Spaulding, Fire Extinguisher Manager, taught the kids the importance of the first line of fire defense – fire extinguishers.  The kids enjoyed the hands on virtual simulator of putting out a fire. 

After mastering the simulator, the kids experienced extinguishing a live fire.  

Overall, the kids learned the importance of life and fire safety and will be able to pass on the knowledge to their loved ones.

They may also consider careers in the field.

Thanks to Shambaugh and their wonderful, dedicated volunteers.

Project Blueprint

BGCFW: PROJECT BLUEPRINT UPDATE: 3/22/23

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The Bricklayers and Allied Craftworkers Union Local 4

The Bricklayers and Allied Craftworkers Union Local 4 taught Project Blueprint this past week with kids involved in masonry work as well as fine finishing work using spacers and tile. They help mix grout and apply and place the bricks.

Project Blueprint

BGCFW: Project Blueprint Update: 3/8/23

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UA Local 166 Plumbers and Steamfitters

UA Local 166 Plumbers and Steamfitters member LaVar Brewer assisted students in cutting, sweating and soldering pipe. They broke into groups for the exercise and each had the opportunity to complete the project. They learned about the sizing of various copper pipes as well.

Project Blueprint

BGCFW: Project Blueprint Update: 2/7/23

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Tonn and Blank Construction

The kids participated in a highly energetic program organized and conducted by Tonn and Blank Construction. The program also included volunteers from the FWCS Career Academy.

The kids constructed two push carts each with three storage levels with wheels on the bottom. Construction of the carts included cutting with the power saw, drilling, nailing, sanding, painting, measuring and leveling skills.

Tonn and Blank also provided  hoodies and each participant received a certificate for a personal pan pizza compliments of Pizza Hut.  

Project Blueprint

BGCFW: Project Blueprint Update: January 25, 2023

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Plumbers and Steamfitters Local 166


Project Blueprint resumed with a visit from LeVar Brewer of UA Local 166 Plumbers and Steamfitters. Kids cut, sweat and soldered pipe. They broke into groups for the exercise and each child had the opportunity to complete the three steps of the project. They also learned about the sizing of various copper pipes and the names of some plumbing tools.

Article submitted by Boys & Girls Clubs of Northeast Indiana

2609 Fairfield Avenue

Fort Wayne, IN 46807

Phone: (260) 744-0998