Denham-Blythe Company Partners with Japan-based Maeda Corporation, Achieving Mutual Benefits (Lexington, Kentucky) Denham-Blythe Company has signed a formal partnership with Japanese-based, Maeda Corporation. Maeda Corporation is a $6.5 billion/year construction management company that has served clients in the US and North America since 1985, and Japanese clients since 1919. The partnership will procure mutually beneficial business advantages across both market sectors as it moves forward. Through the agreement, Denham-Blythe Company aims to develop and strengthen connections as Japanese companies shift to the US market, while Maeda Corporation sets to gain support from Denham-Blythe Company in strengthening their market share in the US. “After working together on various projects as subcontractor and/or a Joint Venture partner, we are thrilled to add the ability of service for our clients the partnership provides.” – Rene DeBerdt, Construction and Development Manager of Denham-Blythe Company.

We are pleased to announce that we have been named one of the best places to work in Kentucky by the Kentucky Chamber of Commerce and the Kentucky Society for Human Resource Management (KYSHRM). Many thanks go to all our employees who make the company shine. We truly appreciate our employees' dedication, commitment to quality, and integrity - it's what makes a company great, and we are happy to provide an environment where our employees can thrive and excel! 21st Annual Best Places to Work in Kentucky Award Winners Announced   FRANKFORT, Ky. – The Kentucky Chamber of Commerce , the Kentucky Society for Human Resource Management (KYSHRM) and CHI Saint Joseph Health announce the 100 companies (in alphabetical order) that made the 21st Annual Best Places to Work in Kentucky list.   The winner rankings will be announced at the awards dinner Thursday, May 22, 2025, at the Central Bank Center in Lexington.   Click here to view the alphabetical list of winners.   Winners from across the state have been selected in three categories: small companies of 15-149 employees, medium companies of 150-499 employees and large companies consisting of more than 500 employees (categories based on number of U.S. employees, only Kentucky employees surveyed). The selection process, managed by Workforce Research Group, is based on an assessment of the company’s employee policies and procedures and the results of an internal employee survey.   The competition is a multi-year initiative designed to motivate companies in the Commonwealth to focus, measure and move their workplace environments toward excellence. Numerous studies show a strong correlation between profitability and creating a good place to work.   For over 75 years, the Kentucky Chamber of Commerce has represented the interests of member businesses throughout Kentucky – from family-owned shops to Fortune 500 companies. As the state’s premier business advocate, the Kentucky Chamber is a recognized and respected voice across the Commonwealth, working every day to unite business and advance Kentucky.   Kentucky SHRM consists of 12 local chapters that provide ongoing education and leadership opportunities for over 3,000 human resource professionals throughout the Commonwealth.   For more details about Best Places to Work in Kentucky, visit bestplacestoworkkentucky.com . To learn about sponsor opportunities click here , for advertising opportunities click here .   To register for the awards dinner, click here.

Women in Construction Week - March 2 - March 8, 2025 This week, Denham-Blythe honors women employees for their success in the construction industry as invaluable team members of the company. It is through their hardwork, both in the field and in the office, that our women play important roles in the continued success of Denham-Blythe. The Women of Denham-Blythe Company Our women work in various positions including as field engineers, architects, designers, project coordinators, accounting, marketing, admin and so much more. 2024 saw the highest percentage of women-held jobs within the construction industry, making up just over 14% of the workforce. This growth displays the rise in equal opportunity for women in what is considered to be a heavily male dominated field. Studies show that women in managment/executive positions outperform that of the average business, having a high rate of return on equity. It has also shown that workplaces with a more and balanced staff have low turnover rates and a satisfactory work environment. Women often bring a strong sense of creativity, innovation, and inspiration. Here's to the women of Denham-Blythe - thank you for all you do!

(AGC of Kentucky - December 20, 2024) Denham-Blythe Company's impressive work on the Universal Piping Industries Kentucky Office and Manufacturing Facility was awarded a 2024 Build Kentucky Award in the Design-Build category. This 108,000-square-foot, state-of-the-art Greenfield production facility in Georgetown, KY, marks a major investment in the state’s manufacturing future. Designed with Kentucky’s skilled workforce in mind, the project features overhead cranes, automatic ventilation, and carefully crafted workspaces, all while prioritizing aesthetics and efficiency. Denham-Blythe overcame significant challenges, including expansive soils and the precise installation of six overhead cranes, which required temporary roof removal and seamless coordination across teams. Local contractors played a key role, emphasizing community collaboration and quality craftsmanship. UPI award video: https://loom.ly/rh1dzr0

(AGC of Kentucky - December, 12, 2024) With an impressive 27 years of dedication at Denham-Blythe Company, John has consistently championed safety, reliability, and quality across every project. Known for his stellar safety record and leadership, John sets the standard by ensuring his team members return home safely every day. From starting every shift with safety meetings to educating and coaching his crew throughout the day, John has made safety a core part of Denham-Blythe's culture. His unwavering commitment to excellence and care for his team exemplifies what this award is all about. Join us in celebrating John Snapp's remarkable achievements and dedication to a safer workplace! John Snapp award video: https://loom.ly/8atuKvo

(AGC of Kentucky - December, 12, 2024) James Lynch, carpenter at Denham-Blythe, was presented the Safety in Excellence Award by Associated General Contractors of Kentucky (AGC) for his outstanding carpentry skills and his unwavering committment to fostering a culture of safety. Whether conducting detailed job hazard analyses, mentoring teammates, or stepping in to correct unsafe practices, James exemplifies the principle that "safety is everyone's responsibility." When asked about his approach, James shared: "I do my best to lead by example so people can pick up good habits. Safety isn’t just a policy—it’s how we look out for each other every day." Thank you, James, for your dedication to creating safer workplaces for everyone. Your leadership inspires us all! James Lynch award video: https://loom.ly/TBbfmZY

Denham-Blythe has professional and contractor licensing in 39 states, and can assist companies with their next CAPEX project. The attached map shows where Denham-Blythe is licensed, providing design/build expertise throughout the United States.

The Dayspring Health Medical Mall project in Williamsburg, Kentucky, is a stylishly modern 60,000 sq. ft. facility that will offer many health services to the local community including pediatrics, physical therapy, dental, general practice, pharmacy, and behavioral health. Photos show the front exterior, front lobby, receptionist desk, general practice area, and physical therapy area.

Denham-Blythe exhibited at the 2024 K4C Construction Career Fair at the Shelby County Fairgrounds in Shelbyville, Kentucky, September 23-24. The two-day event featured exhibits and interactive displays for over 2,500 vocational and technical high school students. Denham-Blythe provided a nail driving contest to engage students' attention for a chance to talk with them about possible career options with the company. The Kentucky Construction Career Choices Council (K4C) is a trade-education affiliate to Kentucky's construction industry. Each year, they hold the K4C Career Fair, inviting thousands of high school students interested in the construction industry.

On October 1, 2018, Asahi Bluegrass Forge hosted a ceremony to celebrate their newly completed facility expansion and the start-up of their new forging press at the manufacturing plant in Richmond, Kentucky. The ceremony was led by Mark Asahi, Managing Director of Asahi Forge Corporation, and Mack Ishigaki, President of Asahi Bluegrass Forge. Following Shinto religious traditions, Mark and Mack performed a ground purification ritual by sprinkling Japanese sake and salt around the press and expansion area. The ceremony continued with a few words of praise from Mark Asahi regarding this milestone for Asahi Bluegrass Forge and Asahi Corporation and concluded with the firing of the new press. Denham-Blythe’s CEO Bill Quenemoen, President James Davis, Construction and Development Manager Rene DeBerdt, and Project Manager Jordan Lewis were in attendance at the event. Denham-Blythe Company has worked closely with Asahi Forge Corporation for many years, including the construction of the 68,000 SF Asahi Bluegrass Forge plant in 2011. Denham-Blythe designed and built this 38,300 SF expansion to accommodate the installation of ABF’s fifth press. Project highlights include concrete foundation for the new press, an upgraded cooling water system, the extension of an existing crane way, and the installation of a five-ton crane. Outside of the expanded facility, Denham-Blythe relocated an existing scrap material handling building and placed new pavement for outdoor storage and vehicle access. The project was completed without disrupting production in the existing facility. Asahi Forge Corporation is a leading manufacturer of automotive suspension bearing components. The addition of this 3000-ton press will increase ABF’s production to help meet the Automotive industry’s growing demand of this product. Asahi Bluegrass Forge is one of three Asahi Corporation manufacturing facilities that are based in the USA. Asahi Forge America is also located in Richmond, Kentucky. NTA Precision Axle Corporation is located in Carol Stream, Illinois.

Denham-Blythe Company is proud to announce a new safety milestone of one million man-hours without a lost time injury as of November 15, 2018. This accomplishment is a result of Denham-Blythe employees’ continuous commitment to safety and the ongoing education, resources, and awareness that the Denham-Blythe safety team provides to every employee and subcontractor involved with a Denham-Blythe project. Sam Boley, Safety Director at Denham-Blythe, credits the achievement as a team accomplishment, “we reached this milestone because our employees truly value the safety of each other and aren’t afraid to use our safety team as a resource. Denham-Blythe has come a long way in establishing a safety culture that is leading by example in the construction industry.” The Denham-Blythe safety team consists of six full-time safety officers who regularly audit all project sites and manage company-wide safety education. Led by Sam Boley, the Denham-Blythe safety culture is ingrained through a Zero Harm philosophy which teaches employees, subcontractors, and clients to analyze how every action they take will affect themselves, others, and their environment. Using Job Hazard Analysis, they can take necessary steps to remove or mitigate any risks associated with their tasks. Denham-Blythe’s goal of the Zero Harm program is to  promote an environment that encourages clear communication regarding safety. “When safety is negatively policed, employees are discouraged from asking for resources and asking for help,” said Sam Boley. “Because our company’s top priority is keeping every person safe, we have been able to promote a positive culture and maintain open discussions regarding job-site safety.” Denham-Blythe’s continued success of safely building quality projects for more than 40 years is derived from the clear efforts of its safety team’s involvement. By teaching and rewarding safe work practices, Denham-Blythe is contributing to building trust and dependability at all projects and with every client.

Photo and article by Ben Kleppinger Source: The Advocate-Messenger There are 65 new jobs in Danville today. Denyo Manufacturing held a ribbon-cutting ceremony Tuesday morning to celebrate the opening of its new expansion, a 63,000-square-foot facility dedicated to sheet metal fabrication, for use in the generators and air compressors made at the factory. The ceremony wasn’t just ceremonial — it was held within hours of the facility coming online. “I literally just received the occupancy certificate yesterday,” said Joey Harris, the plant manager at Denyo who has been with the company since it opened in Danville 25 years ago. “Look how quickly we filled it up,” Harris joked, gesturing to the more than 200 people in attendance on the factory floor. Much of the equipment being used in the expansion is made by Amada, including a brand new “ACIES” machine that Harris said is “one of the latest in technology — life has just been given to it as we speak. It’s a brand new machine.” This is Denyo’s fifth expansion since it opened in Danville, said Kenji Yamamichi, chief operating officer for Denyo’s U.S. division. Denyo has grown from around 65 employees when Yamamichi first came here in 2010 to 265 today, he said. The newest expansion gives Denyo the ability to fabricate its own sheet metal — a necessary addition as the number of sheet metal suppliers available has dwindled in recent years. Denyo first took over operations for one sheet metal manufacturer in Nicholasville after it announced it would go out of business. That 27-person operation has grown and now moved to Danville as part of the expansion. Denyo now has 76 people employed in sheet metal production, Yamamichi said. Every worker from the Nicholasville facility stayed and moved to Danville with the Denyo expansion, something Yamamichi said he is very proud of them for doing. “We committed to stay in Danville; we committed to grow together with Danville,” he said. The Denyo plant is now 250,000 square feet, a huge increase from the 84,000 square feet it started with, Harris said. Jody Lassiter, president and CEO of Develop Danville, said Denyo has become the fifth-largest industry in Boyle County “by sheer employment.” “I think that is an incredible achievement that you have made,” he said. Shiochi Shiratori, president of Denyo Co. Ltd., the company’s top executive, made the trip to Kentucky for the ceremony. He said Denyo’s growth in the U.S. is remarkable. “Continue to make better products and aim for further growth,” he told the workers in attendance. “… I wish everyone and all your families happiness.” Harris said Denyo’s continued expansion has been made possible by record sales years for Multiquip, the company that sells Denyo-manufactured products. Bob Graydon, president and CEO of Multiquip, said Denyo’s and Multiquip’s growth is due in part to “favorable conditions” in the construction market, “but it’s more than that.” “We attract and keep new customers because you guys make the best portable generators in the world — that’s true,” he said. “… Customers always want things. They want bigger, faster, higher quality, cheaper. I can’t help them with the cheaper part; I’m not going to. But the rest — that’s where our opportunity is. This is how we differentiate ourselves from the rest of the competition out there who just wish they were you. … We are the best in the industry and with your help, we intend to stay there.” Harris said the new equipment and square footage wouldn’t matter without Denyo’s reliable and hard-working employees. “The part that I’m most proud of is our DMC family,” he said. “Without them, this is just a building filled with stuff. People are what makes this company come alive and stay alive.”