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location required close to the same installation , so we suggested that with each water heater , we could also box up exactly what they would need for each installation , essentially creating a water heater installation kit – they loved the idea , so that ’ s what we ’ re doing .”
Between their field experience and the construction of an extensive fabrication shop underway in the company ’ s newly-expanded ≈4,800 sf Treasure Island warehouse , BAPE is also aligned to fill a much-needed niche by providing local , union-trained prefabrication services throughout the Bay Area . “ Consider that if you ’ re working in a high-rise , everything above the 20th floor requires a 1.5-hour trip in the elevator ,” explains Josh . “ So , you really want to have all the parts you need with you from the start . The more prefabrication you have available , the more work you can do in the field quickly at a competitive rate .” For projects requiring 3D modeling , BAPE clients will be able to send in their sheets for prefabrication and BAPE has also partnered with a small LBE colleague to provide 3D modeling , spooling and other detailing as needed .
Josh gratefully acknowledges all those who ’ ve helped him and the company make it this far . “ With the support and mentoring offered from my colleagues and through local programs , including CDP and CAPP , as well as the helpfulness demonstrated by the public agencies themselves , I ’ ve found San Francisco a great city to start a small business .” Also noting how important family is to success , Josh is proud to have his two sons working with him in the trade . “ Despite how hard the work is , my 21 year-old has stuck with it and is really gaining an understanding of the whole process and my older son is working with us in tandem with finishing his 6-year enlistment in the Air Force .”
“ With the support and mentoring offered from my colleagues and through local programs , including CDP and CAPP , as well as the helpfulness demonstrated by the public agencies themselves , I ’ ve found San Francisco a great city to start a small business .”
Already a model of the accomplishments possible through sustained collective effort and contribution , Bay Area Pipe & Equipment is well positioned for long-term success as this new generation joins the family business .
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