Quandel Concrete James W. Quandel & Sons, as we know it today, was formed in 1968 by Jim and Jean Quandel. Under the guidance of Jim Sr., the company underwent its most dramatic changes. In 1974, the decision was made to update the fleet with new MACK trucks. In 1976, in conjunction with our nation’s Bicentennial, the fleet colors were changed to red, white, and blue, becoming the most recognizable concrete company in Central Pennsylvania.
In the next few years, additional trucks were purchased, drivers recruited, and the plant became “state of the art” with computerized operations. More garage and warehouse space was added, in addition to a complete makeover of the office and dispatch area.
The late 70s and early 80s thrust Quandel Concrete James W. Quandel & Sons to the front of suppliers in Schuylkill County when the company furnished concrete to all the major projects in the area.
The Bay-Mor silo project in Cressona, a week-long, 24 hours a day slip form pour, proved to be the catalyst.
Six co-generation plants, a federal and state prison, numerous water filtration plants and wastewater facilities, and the Lebanon Water Dam project outside Pine Grove, in addition to the new home building boom of that era, proved that when quality and commitment was needed, Quandel Concrete James W. Quandel & Sons could fill the bill.
Jim Sr. set the standard for the next generation, quality products, a distinctive, updated fleet, and a commitment to customer satisfaction.