Location: Broomfield, CO
General Contractor: GH Phipps
Architect: H+L Architecture Ltd. AIA; Robert Rody
Pre-Engineered Metal Building: Varco Pruden Buildings
Supply & Erect: Lefever Building Systems
Project Duration: 4 months – December 2008 – March 2009
Project Overview and Scope:
- Final structure is 82’ wide, 93’ long, and 13’ high with an 11’ X 8’ elevator shaft
- Building was to act as a mechanical penthouse for the existing facility. The new structure was anchored to the top level of a two-story precast structure
- Structure was difficult to access during construction due to its location atop an existing structure and within a controlled workspace
- Overcame significant safety challenges to protect LBS workers and customer’s employees
Key Features:
- 2 large, wall louvers installed on south wall. 1 louvers was installed on each roof curb and relief hood for building ventilation
