McKenney’s implemented a design/build approach to upgrade the HVAC and plumbing systems at the training barracks of a Georgia military installation.

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cKenney’s implemented a
design/build approach to
upgrade the HVAC and
plumbing systems at the training barracks
of a Georgia military installation.
THE CHALLENGE
To stay within the original design/build budget
and complete the renovation project on time,
the McKenney’s needed to address a myriad
of obstacles including mechanical chase
limitations, serviceability and scheduling.
THE SOLUTION
To overcome installation constraints, a modu-
lar rack system for the HVAC and plumbing
components was developed by McKenney’s
and built at their fabrication facility. Six trades,
including sheet metal, piping, plumbing, elec-
trical, controls and insulation were involved
in the fabrication. This design increased ser-
viceability by providing maintenance access
to all critical parts. It also reduced costs by
minimizing field install time.
THE RESULTS
Use of the rack system, cost-effective
prefabrication methods and completing the
project on time and on budget made the
project an overall success. The government
was so pleased with the rack system it was
included as a requirement in the next Request
for Proposals (RFP) issued for similar work.
Deploying Expertise and Skill
PROJECT NAME
žž Fort Gordon Training Barracks
Upgrade Program
PROJECT LOCATION
žž Augusta, Georgia
PROJECT TEAM
žž Owner: Federal Government
žž General Contractor: EDT
žž Architect: Knight
žž Engineer: McKenney’s, Inc.
SPECIALIZATIONS
Building Information Modeling
Design/Build
Plumbing Shop Prefab
Pipe Shop Prefab
Sheet Metal Shop Prefab
MARKETS
žž Government
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