What is the power industry?
The power industry involves companies that generate, transmit, distribute, and sell electric power to the public. It is a public utility that harnesses energy for human use and consumption. Power used by plants can be through renewable or nonrenewable sources, such as a coal-fired power plant, a nuclear power plant, geothermal, wind, solar, and the like. This same industry is also responsible in providing power (gas or electric) to homes or businesses.
The demolition and dismantling of energy-providing facilities is a delicate operation requiring specific knowledge and expertise. Power plants offer their own unique challenges that must be considered when it comes to demolition and dismantling in order to avoid any disastrous consequences to the workers or the public. As with all projects involving toxic or hazardous materials or substances, this is a job strictly left to professionals.
Our professionals ensure the job is handled with the utmost care by studying the structure and the inner workings of the facility, as well as the surrounding areas. It is our responsibility to see that the work is done effectively and efficiently without sacrificing safety.
The way we approach each project is to be well-informed and well-prepared, thus ensuring no surprises. Our clients repeatedly count on and put their trust in our abilities, and we never fail to deliver.
LCDC brings almost 50 years of expertise and experience to the table, along with its team of highly-skilled professionals, so you can rest assured your project will get the attention it deserves to ensure the work is done safely and to everyone’s satisfaction. We insist on excellence from ourselves and expect our customers to insist on no less from us.
Some of Our Clients and Their Projects:
Alabama
$1,724,000.00
Removal of coal upgrading unit inside operating steam plant, including removal of structure, equipment, concrete, and piles to -6′ elevation; saved, packaged, and shipped 12 loads of equipment to Canada.
Iowa
$1,365,000.00
Removal of 300 tons of ducting, ID and FD fans, working new ducts, and fans in operating power plant.
Alabama
$4,450,000.00
Surgical removal of precipitator, duct work, 300′ concrete stack surrounded by operating units and the Mobile River; removed 3,000 tons of material utilizing a 600-ton crane.
South Carolina Electric & Gas
Eastover, SC
Surgical removal of watt station units 1 & 2, two precipitators, associated ductwork, and fans during a 30-day window working 24/7 in an active power plant.
Arizona Public Service Co.
Fruitland, NM
Demolition and removal of precipitators, units 4 and 5 – Four Corners Steam Electric Station
Pennsylvania Power & Light Co.
Scranton, PA
Asbestos removal, PCB remediation, equipment removal, and demolition of suburban generating station.
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The demolition industry helps communities reinvent and reimagine their future. LCDC delivers every demolition and dismantling project with precision engineering, technical expertise, and a steadfast commitment to safety.
LCDC specializes in turnkey plant dismantling solutions that transform retired facilities into recovered value. Through careful planning, skilled execution, and strategic asset recovery, we maximize returns from scrap metals, equipment, and reusable materials. Backed by decades of experience, our team safely and efficiently manages every phase of the dismantling process while minimizing environmental impact and operational risk.
When critical assets reach the end of their useful life or no longer fit operational needs, LCDC delivers value through expert asset recovery solutions. From industrial machinery and office equipment to complete facility decommissioning, we provide surgical removal and recovery services designed to maximize returns, streamline transitions, and unlock hidden value from idle assets.
Whether the project involves the purchase and relocation of a single process unit or an entire industrial facility, demolition and dismantling activities must be executed with exceptional precision and attention to detail. Industrial structures are often highly specialized and complex, requiring careful planning, technical expertise, and a thorough understanding of operational and structural intricacies to ensure a safe and efficient project outcome.
Environmental remediation involves the removal and treatment of contaminants from environmental media, including soil, groundwater, sediment, and surface water. LCDC provides comprehensive remediation solutions designed to mitigate environmental risks, ensure regulatory compliance, and prepare sites for redevelopment, asset recovery, or closure.
