News: Construction Design & Engineering
Posted: March 18, 2022
Griffin Greenhouse selects Erland and Pando to handle expansion
Stafford Springs, CT Griffin Greenhouse Supplies, Inc. has selected Erland, in collaboration with Pando Associates, to expand their current operations on Middle River Dr. by constructing a 35,047 s/f prefabricated metal warehouse and building addition adjacent to the northern side of their existing facility. Extensive sitework, including grading and installation of a stormwater management system, is required to prepare for foundations.
The new racking facility will tie seamlessly into the existing building and utilities and will receive its own separate fire service with a wet roof and in-rack sprinkler design. A new loading dock and truck turnaround are planned. Curbing, turf establishment, and tree planting will also be included in the scope of work.
Griffin Greenhouse Supplies, Inc. is one of the largest horticultural brokers and suppliers in the nation. Headquartered in Tewksbury, Mass. with 16 locations across the country, the company is committed to providing quality products and great service to its customers.
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Ask the Electrician: Is summer a prime time for commercial electrical maintenance?
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The design-build advantage: Integrated interior design solutions - by Parker Snyder
When it comes to corporate interior spaces for both commercial and industrial projects, partnering with a design-build firm with in-house interior design services can offer clients many benefits. Unlike traditional delivery methods where interior designers operate independently from the design and construction teams, often creating a longer project timeline as cost negotiations and revisions ensue
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New England’s notorious weather – from fierce winter storms to summer squalls and fall hurricanes – can leave businesses in the dark. While power outages are often blamed on storms, they can also be caused by unforeseen events like accidents or construction mishaps. While it’s impossible to prevent disasters and power outages entirely, proactive preparation can significantly minimize their impact on your commercial building.
