Brandenburg specializes in demolition, environmental remediation, and site preparation services for complex industrial, commercial, and infrastructure projects. From full-scale structural demolition to selective interior work, we deliver safe, efficient, and environmentally responsible solutions. Our team is equipped to handle asbestos abatement, asset recovery, and hazardous material removal while maintaining strict compliance with safety and environmental regulations. With decades of experience and state-of-the-art equipment, Brandenburg ensures every project is completed on time, on budget, and with minimal impact to surrounding operations.
Brandenburg delivers comprehensive structural demolition services with a focus on safety, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness. Backed by a highly skilled workforce and a fleet of specialized equipment, Brandenburg handles the complete removal of structures at a wide range of sites, including industrial facilities, buildings, bridges, stadiums, and power plants. The company supports major industries such as automotive, chemical, commercial, entertainment, institutional, mining, oil and gas, pharmaceutical, power generation, and steel production. With extensive experience and a commitment to precision, Brandenburg ensures every demolition project is executed to the highest standards.
Brandenburg provides selective demolition and interior demolition services during the critical preparatory steps in the reconstruction or renovation of existing structures. These processes involve the careful and strategic removal of specific building components—such as walls, ceilings, flooring, mechanical systems, or finishes—while preserving the structural integrity and elements intended to remain. Selective demolition allows for precise targeting of areas that need to be cleared without damaging surrounding materials, making it ideal for adaptive reuse, remodeling, or structural upgrades. This services requires specialized knowledge, equipment, and attention to safety and environmental regulations, ensuring a seamless transition to the next phase of construction.
Brandenburg's Nuclear Power Demolition services showcase the company's expertise in safely and efficiently managing the complex process of decommissioning nuclear facilities. With a highly experienced team and a commitment to rigorous planning, Brandenburg delivers precise and cost-effective solutions for the decontamination and dismantling of nuclear power plants. The company prioritizes safety, ensuring all operations protect both human health and the environment. Through its methodical approach and advanced techniques, Brandenburg consistently meets regulatory requirements and environmental standards, setting a high benchmark in the nuclear demolition industry.
Brandenburg has extensive experience in environmental remediation, having completed numerous projects across a broad range of industries under various state voluntary cleanup programs. The company has also successfully undertaken complex remediation efforts for potentially responsible parties (PRPs) in accordance with the EPA’s Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act (CERCLA), more commonly referred to as the Superfund program. These projects demonstrate Brandenburg’s capability to manage and mitigate environmental liabilities effectively. Reinforcing its commitment to environmental stewardship and regulatory compliance, Brandenburg’s environmental program is ISO 14001 certified, ensuring that its practices meet international standards for environmental management systems.
Brandenburg offers comprehensive asbestos abatement services performed by trained, licensed, and highly skilled professionals. With decades of experience, we manage projects ranging from routine operation and maintenance to large-scale industrial asbestos removal. Our team ensures full compliance with all safety and environmental regulations, minimizing risk and disruption to your operations.
Brandenburg employees utilize specialized equipment to minimize disposal costs and boost salvage sales revenue by recycling construction debris, The company processes over 220,000 tons of ferrous and non-ferrous scrap annually. Brandenburg employs portable X-Ray Fluorescence scanners for onsite scrap chemistry analysis, ensuring precise material sorting and valuation. Scrap is efficiently shipped via trucks, barges, and railcars directly to major iron and steel producers across the country. The company’s central scrap management operations, located in Indiana and Pennsylvania, hold ISO 9001 certification, reflecting a commitment to quality standards. Additionally, Brandenburg leverages a well-established network of used equipment dealers and an extensive industrial customer base to maximize salvage equipment sales. Complementing these efforts, Brandenburg offers rigging and transportation services to facilitate the safe removal and delivery of salvaged equipment.
Brandenburg’s engineers utilize civil 3-D Computer-Aided Drafting (CAD) programs to create accurate terrain models for earthwork projects. Areas and volumes are calculated with some of the most advanced survey equipment on the market. In conjunction with the CAD software, the survey equipment such as Robotic Total Stations and Global Positioning Systems (GPS) are used to perform precise surveys and document important locations of the site. Background maps and Digital Terrain Models (DTM) are utilized to accurately navigate specific elements of the site and accurately determine the designed grades of the entire project. Brandenburg owns and operates specialized equipment that is adapted for the demolition and removal of below grade structures including foundations, grade beams, pile caps, and piling of all types. The company also specializes in excavation projects which involves difficult access, variable soil conditions, and hard-to excavate materials.
Brandenburg provides full-service tank decommissioning, handling every step from start to finish. Our team is experienced in the safe and compliant removal of both above-ground and below-grade tanks. Services include:
• Regulatory permitting
• Tank cleaning and purging
• Tank removal
• Structural demolition
Whether part of a larger industrial project or a standalone service, Brandenburg ensures all decommissioning work meets environmental and safety standards.
Brandenburg's Emergency Response Services play a critical role in assisting first responders during high-risk situations involving structural collapses, fires, and natural disasters. With a proven track record in major emergencies—including the crane collapse at Milwaukee’s Miller Park Stadium, the Atlantic City parking garage collapse, the Pilsen fire in Chicago, the September 11th disaster in New York City, and tornado recovery efforts in Mississippi—Brandenburg brings a unique combination of experience, resources, and technical expertise. The company provides a wide range of emergency services, including on-site consultation, deployment of specialized equipment, skilled labor, and expert structural engineering support. Brandenburg’s ability to mobilize quickly with the right tools and experienced personnel is often vital to the success of rescue and recovery operations. In addition to response efforts, Brandenburg is deeply involved in emergency preparedness, offering training, presentations, and hosting first-responder exercises at their project sites to strengthen collaboration and readiness for future incidents