Crothersville, Indiana
Mussett Nicholas Associates designed a $14 million R&D / QC Lab for a team of 50 employees. The facility included two labs, nine cleanroom processing units, and a full array of laboratory services including:
Indianapolis, Indiana
The Indianapolis division of Ingredion increased the laboratory space in their facility by remodeling a 2,200-square-foot RSP Lab. The project consisted of metal casework, stainless steel drying racks, epoxy worktops, and a VAV Hood System.
The project converted 6,300 square feet of vivarium space into 3,000 square feet of flexible laboratory space and 3,300 square feet of IWP with a break area. Flexible laboratory included 14 low-flow fume hoods and mobile casework. The project utilized a flexible utility layout with ceiling interface panels and utility distribution piping with quick disconnects.
The renovation of a 2,900-square-foot laboratory space included 2,500 square feet of open lab space and 500 square feet for a cell culture lab. Spaces were separated using a demountable wall system mounted to a service ceiling. The service ceiling is laid out in an 8’x8’ grid system, which allows for service columns and walls to be easily relocated. Building utility systems were routed in a loop with quick disconnects every 5 feet to allow for movement of service columns. Electricity was routed using a bus duct system to allow for easy relocation of electrical equipment. Energy-saving features include LED lights, low-flow fume hoods with zone presence sensors and sash monitors, and a VAV HVAC system.
Crothersville, Indiana
The scope of this project included the demolition of an existing building to allow for the construction of this facility. Mussett Nicholas Associates provided the MEP design for this building, which included the consolidation of several laboratories on campus into this facility. The building was constructed within an existing campus, directly adjacent to three (3) other buildings. The building comprised BSL-2 laboratories, support spaces, material storage, environmental test chambers, and administrative areas. The building included GMP areas with temperature and humidity requirements.
MODEL:The design utilized Revit as the BIM modeling software. During design, coordination was accomplished with consultants exchanging models and the use of Navisworks for clash detection. During the construction, the various construction trades used BIM for coordination. MNA actively participated with the contractors during these coordination efforts.
MEP SYSTEMS: The building systems included:
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COMMISSIONING/TURN-OVER: MNA provided assistance through collaboration with a 3rd party commissioning agent during initial start-up and functional tests. In addition, MNA attended training sessions with the commissioning agent, equipment vendors, contractors, and the owner during the turnover phase of the project. This provided the owner’s facility team a complete perspective of the project compared to conventional training sessions
Indianapolis, Indiana
Image, context, and scale responsiveness were key concerns in designing a two-story office and high-tech R&D and QC testing labs for a manufacturer. An atrium section with stairs and a two-entrance elevator creates a transition between the new and existing buildings on the site. Skylights enhance the office and lobby areas. Details of the new facade complement the original building.
Bloomington, Indiana
Cook Pharmica included laboratory and cleanroom design, material storage, and support areas design, as well as mechanical and electrical utility systems design. Occupancy was available seven months following initiation of design.
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