Ten Years a Champion: What Kilgore Industries’ Decade as a C3 Craft Training Champion Actually Means
For ten consecutive years, Kilgore Industries has held Craft Training Champion status with the Construction Career Collaborative (C3). It’s an easy line to put on a certificate and a hard one to earn. A decade of it isn’t a plaque — it’s a record.This piece breaks down what C3 is, what each rung of its […]
Start Your Career at Kilgore Industries: Training, Certifications, and the Projects Reshaping Texas
Texas is in the middle of one of the largest construction booms in modern U.S. history. Data centers, semiconductor fabrication facilities, and AI infrastructure campuses are rising across the state — from the corridors of Central Texas to the outskirts of Dallas-Fort Worth. According to ConstructConnect, Texas leads the nation in commercial construction spending at […]
Safety Week 2026: Celebrating a Culture Where Every Worker Comes Home
Every May, North American Occupational Safety and Health (NAOSH) Week serves as a continent-wide call to action — a moment for organizations across the U.S., Canada, and Mexico to reaffirm their commitment to the people who power their operations. This year, NAOSH Week ran from May 4 to May 9, 2026, anchored by a theme […]
Kilgore Celebrates Houston Chronicle Fifth Top Workplace Award
The Award Highlights Kilgore’s Continued Leadership in in the Construction Industry We’re excited to share that—for the fifth year — we’ve been named a Top Workplace by the Houston Chronicle. It’s a huge honor that highlights companies with outstanding cultures and a true focus on putting people first. Although Kilgore employs over 800 team members […]
Kilgore Earns Fourth Recognition as a 2025 ENR Top 600 Specialty Contractor
The Award Highlights Kilgore’s Continued Leadership in in the Construction Industry Kilgore Industries has once again earned national recognition, being named one of Engineering News-Record’s (ENR) Top 600 Specialty Contractors for 2025 — marking the fourth year the company has achieved this distinction. Ranked No. 216 on this year’s ENR Top 600 list, Kilgore stands […]
Modernizing Plumbing Systems for a Galveston Historic Cruise Terminal
Modernizing plumbing systems for historic cruise terminals requires more than just technical skill — it takes careful planning, and creative problem-solving. Originally constructed in 1927, Terminal 25 is a two-story building currently operated by Galveston Wharfs. With ongoing activity at the terminal, renovation work had to be carefully phased to avoid disruption to daily operations. […]
Mechanical Construction Services for $200M Texas Resort Project
As part of one of the largest hospitality developments in Texas, Kilgore, an experienced mechanical contractor based in Houston, was selected to execute the full HVAC and mechanical construction scope for a $200 million family resort featuring a massive indoor waterpark and a conference center. From rooftop units and air handling systems to commercial kitchen […]
What is a Cooling Tower? Function, Types & Importance
Cooling towers are precision-engineered structures designed to dissipate excess heat through an advanced heat exchange process, ensuring efficient climate control and optimal system performance. By leveraging the principles of water evaporation and airflow, cooling towers effectively regulate temperatures in environments where traditional air-cooled systems may fall short. Integrated into certain types of HVAC systems, these […]
Safety: The Foundation of the Construction Industry
Safety is the critical foundation that supports every aspect of construction operations. It serves as more than just a set of rules; it is a guiding framework that protects workers from hazards, prevents injuries, and saves lives. From a business perspective, safety is the cornerstone of operational success, providing the stability needed to manage the […]
Kilgore Industries Recognized as CTS Platinum Member by ASA-Houston
The American Subcontractors Association – Houston Chapter’s (ASA-HC) awards recognizes companies that demonstrate an exceptional safety record and continuous improvement in their safety programs. Kilgore Industries, a leading MEP contractor, has once again been recognized for its dedication to safety, earning the 2024-2025 CTS Platinum Member recognition from the American Subcontractors Association – Houston Chapter […]