In late 2004, The Thorson Company asked us to submit a proposal for a design-build ”leaseback“ opportunity for Buckeye Distributing, Inc., the licensed distributor for Red Bull® products for the state of Ohio.
It’s all about the location. They secured one of the last remaining parcels in Westbrooke Corporate Park on for the new warehouse and office facility.
In March 2005, MCR was authorized to begin sitework.
Challenges
Stiff Schedule & Soil “Landmines”
The site had several challenges, including “trapped” topsoil pockets from the construction of Interstate 270 in 1962, so we explored several engineering options:
Removal, replacement and stabilization of deficient soils
Accelerated schedule to get our client into their new facility
Under roof within 60 days
Responsive to client—& tenant—needs and special requests
Post-Construction re-design for optimal dock approach at no added expense to our client
Features
Double Warehouses Packs a “Double-Whammy” of Unique, Useful Features
25,000 square foot facility with two separate warehouse /office facilities for Buckeye Distributing and their sister company
The dual warehouses have a masonry separation wall to eliminate the need for additional fire protection—while still allowing mutual access when required
Attractive and durable pre-cast concrete exterior walls
Metal roof and integrated drainage
Class A, 2-story office spaces with high-end finishes
Raised metal display panels in the hallways for photos & Red Bull® advertisements and sponsored athletic events
Additional improvements for the tenant after the building was turned over to the new owners
Results
Follow-Through is Always Important
From conception to completion, this project raised the bar on project delivery.
MCR met—and bettered—the stiff schedule. The facility was under roof within 60 days and occupied ahead of schedule—without comprises to quality or safety. The project also won a Metal Building Industry award.
The client is proud of their new “showplace” and impressed with MCR’s “get it done right” attitude—before, during and after project completion.
