Gentex Optic | Addition

Addition

Simpson, PA

Owner

Gentex Corporation Simpson, PA

Design Professional

Burkavage Design Associates Clarks Summit, PA

Project

L.R. Costanzo utilized a pre-engineered metal building addition, which is used for optical lens manufacturing. This addition was tied into, and was required to match the existing production facility.

Challenges

  • Constructed during the winter months and adverse weather conditions
  • Coordination with the owner’s production schedule
  • Major underground piping in limited construction / laydown / staging area

Solutions

  • Utilized temporary enclosures around the construction area to allow for concrete foundation installation during winter months
  • Construction accomplished without tenant disruption through careful schedule management and coordination with the Owner
  • Careful planning and pre-construction surveys allowed determination of pipe routings and elevations to avoid conflicts.

Construction Details

L.R. Costanzo experts also:

  • Rerouted existing sanitary and storm water systems
  • Extensive underground piping to accept rerouted sanitary and storm water systems
  • Installed new HVAC, electrical, and fire protection systems
  • Coordinated this project with other on site projects
  • Completed project on schedule