PCS engineered and erected a custom 30' x 36', 35-foot-tall pre-engineered metal building to protect a concrete plant’s aggregate bins from freezing—without relocating equipment or disrupting operations.
Why Winter Protection Matters for Concrete Production
When Ohio winters hit, freezing temperatures can halt concrete production fast. For this concrete plant, open bins meant one cold snap could create costly delays and significant operational downtime.
They needed an enclosure that would keep materials protected and production steady throughout the winter season.
The Challenge: Enclose the Bins Without Moving Them
The aggregate bins were already installed, fully operational, and could not be moved. PCS needed to design and build a structure that:
- Fit precisely around large, fixed industrial equipment
- Allowed the plant to continue operating during construction
- Provided reliable protection against freezing temperatures
- Was fully completed before winter weather arrived
This required careful planning, accurate measurements, and strategic building methods to work around the existing equipment footprint.
The Solution: A Custom Pre-Engineered Metal Building
The project progressed through a full development cycle—initial introductions, plan review, bidding, engineering, permitting, and foundation work—before moving into construction.
Highlights of the final build include:
- Zero disruption to operations: PCS worked in tight conditions, constructing the building upward and outward around the existing bins.
- Precision engineering: Structural components were customized to fit the equipment layout and operating needs.
- Winter-ready completion: The enclosure was finished ahead of the cold season, ensuring the plant could maintain production without weather-related interruptions.
The finished structure provides year-round protection for aggregate materials, reduces the risk of weather delays, and enhances production reliability.
Why Choose PCS for Industrial Construction?
This project demonstrates PCS’s ability to deliver complex, equipment-in-place builds that require precision, creativity, and a deep understanding of industrial environments.
Our capabilities include, but are not limited to:
- Steel construction
- Fabrication
- Institutional & commercial building
- Specialized industrial construction
PCS has the expertise to make it happen smoothly, safely, and on time.
Facing Similar Challenges?
If your next project requires precision, problem-solving, and a construction team that understands complex industrial environments, PCS is the partner you can trust. Reach out today to discuss how we can support your goals.