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​Since 1983, Thermal Concepts Inc. has been a trusted leader in delivering reliable, efficient, and cost-effective HVAC and control solutions throughout Florida and Georgia.

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Ft. Lauderdale Executive Airport

Roth Southeast Building Automation > Portfolio > Government > Ft. Lauderdale Executive Airport

Project Info

Clients:
J. Kokolakis Contracting Inc.
Services:
Construction
Category:
Government
Project:
Ft. Lauderdale Executive Airport Control Tower
Location:
Fort Lauderdale, Florida

Client Overview

J. Kokolakis Contracting Inc. is a reputable general contractor known for delivering high-quality construction projects across various sectors, including aviation, education, and government facilities.

  • Enhanced Climate Reliability in a Critical Care Environment
  • Seamless HVAC Support During Major Expansion
  • Energy Efficiency & Preventative Maintenance Success

Scope of Work

Thermal Concepts was engaged to provide comprehensive HVAC and sheet metal services for the construction of the new air traffic control tower at Fort Lauderdale Executive Airport.

Safety & Efficiency

The Fort Lauderdale Executive Airport (FXE) underwent a significant upgrade with the construction of a new air traffic control tower, enhancing safety and operational efficiency.

Project Highlights

  • New Control Tower: The 98-foot tall tower, commissioned on November 4, 2014, offers controllers improved views of the airfield, further enhancing operations. ​
  • Construction Details: The project included a 117-foot-tall tower topped by a 525-square-foot cab and a 7,200-square-foot single-story base building housing training rooms, administrative offices, and equipment rooms. ​
  • Funding: The $16.4 million project was fully funded by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), with the construction contract awarded to J. Kokolakis Contracting, Inc. of Tarpon Springs, Florida.
Roth Southeast Building Automation

Neil Caporale

Vice President, Controls Operations

As Vice President of Controls Operations for Roth Southeast, Neil Caporale is responsible for project management, scheduling, estimating and technical support for all field personnel.  He also provides in-house training for all controls technicians to maintain their high level of product knowledge and quality of service in the field.

Neil earned his Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering at Lafayette College, and is a LEED Accredited Professional. He started his professional career in 2000 as a Project Engineer for Siemens Building Technologies in Maryland, where he learned all aspects of the controls business from sequence of operation to trouble-shooting and estimating.  Neil’s expertise and dedication have made him a valuable member of the Thermal Concepts family of companies since 2002.  And in 2011, Neil became the Operations Manager for Roth Southeast.

Roth Southeast Building Automation

Marty Capogreco

Executive Vice President

As Executive Vice President for Roth Southeast, Marty Capogreco is responsible for all client relationships, new business development, marketing and office administration. His leadership also includes regular training for company staff about the latest Building Management System technologies available in the industry.

Marty earned his Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering at Youngstown State University.  He started his career in 1985 with Roth Bros. Inc. in Ohio. In 1989, Marty started Roth Bros. Inc. South Florida office.  And in 2007, he became a part-owner of the Roth Bros. Inc. South Florida office.  Marty has led Roth Southeast since its acquisition by Thermal Concepts Inc. in 2011.