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Prepare to be amazed by an extraordinary episode as we delve into the world of engineering feats with Tony Mazzo, President of NYC's 'Urban Foundation' and a true mastermind behind some of the most jaw-dropping projects in the Big Apple.
In this captivating conversation, we unravel the fascinating story of Tony's life, from his upbringing to his serendipitous journey into the world of civil engineering. Discover how chance encounters and divine intervention set him on the path to becoming a visionary engineer.
But the real showstopper is Tony's incredible work, particularly his involvement in the iconic Palace Theater project. We explore the audacious challenge of raising a colossal 14-million-pound icon 30 feet in the air to create space for new street-level retail. This engineering spectacle had never been attempted with a historic building in NYC, but Tony, drawing on his experience, took it head-on.
Listen in as Tony Mazzo shares the intricate details of this groundbreaking project, from stabilizing the theater to lifting it uniformly using a genius hydraulic jack system. The innovation he devised, turning standard hydraulic jacks into a system capable of jacking up 7,000 ton buildings, is nothing short of brilliant. This project, as described by industry veterans, was one of the most complex and challenging they had ever witnessed, a true testament to Tony's engineering prowess.
Get ready to be spellbound by this tale of innovation, determination, and vision as we explore Tony Mazzo's remarkable journey in the world of engineering marvels. Tune in and be ready to witness the art of elevating NYC to new heights!
Prepare to be amazed by an extraordinary episode as we delve into the world of engineering feats with Tony Mazzo, President of NYC's 'Urban Foundation' and a true mastermind behind some of the most jaw-dropping projects in the Big Apple.
In this captivating conversation, we unravel the fascinating story of Tony's life, from his upbringing to his serendipitous journey into the world of civil engineering. Discover how chance encounters and divine intervention set him on the path to becoming a visionary engineer.
But the real showstopper is Tony's incredible work, particularly his involvement in the iconic Palace Theater project. We explore the audacious challenge of raising a colossal 14-million-pound icon 30 feet in the air to create space for new street-level retail. This engineering spectacle had never been attempted with a historic building in NYC, but Tony, drawing on his experience, took it head-on.
Listen in as Tony Mazzo shares the intricate details of this groundbreaking project, from stabilizing the theater to lifting it uniformly using a genius hydraulic jack system. The innovation he devised, turning standard hydraulic jacks into a system capable of jacking up 7,000 ton buildings, is nothing short of brilliant. This project, as described by industry veterans, was one of the most complex and challenging they had ever witnessed, a true testament to Tony's engineering prowess.
Get ready to be spellbound by this tale of innovation, determination, and vision as we explore Tony Mazzo's remarkable journey in the world of engineering marvels. Tune in and be ready to witness the art of elevating NYC to new heights!