Diede Construction, Inc.

Scope Of Work

Union Pacific is  first   rail industry to import long rail from Japan, which is delivered to its  at  Port of Stockton. Diede  was selected as  design-build contractor on this multi-prime contractor  to deliver custom welding facilities. Diede designed  constructed three structures to accommodate a one-of-a-kind operation, wherein 420-foot lengths of rail are welded into units measuring 1680 feet in length.  structures included facilities for  welding  inspection  as well as a conveyor system canopy.  uniqueness of  operation as well as  multitude of parties associated with  overall   presented many challenges. However, Diede proved to be an integral component of  successful completion of  Long Rail  as  original scope of  increased to include assisting other prime  with  on  rail storage structure, cranes,  extensive electrical  to bring  welding  conveyance equipment into production.