Industrial
Cold Storage
Designing industrial cold storage facilities presents unique challenges that demand specialized structural engineering solutions. At Bennett & Pless, we leverage our extensive experience to address these challenges, focusing on critical aspects such as thermal detailing and structural stability. Our expertise spans various cold storage environments, including blast freezers and convertible spaces, ensuring seamless transitions between freezers, coolers and ambient thermal zones within a facility. By collaborating closely with architects, contractors, and refrigeration experts, we deliver designs that are responsive to construction costs, result in operational energy efficiency while accommodating the complex thermal movements inherent in these structures. Our commitment to meeting the precise needs of our clients makes us a trusted partner in cold storage facility projects.
Distribution
Distribution centers are the backbone of modern logistics, requiring structural engineering solutions that can support high loads, extensive racking systems, and rapid construction schedules. At Bennett & Pless, our expertise in designing these critical facilities ensures that every aspect of the structure is optimized for operational efficiency and durability. We focus on key elements such as slab performance, long-span roof systems, and the integration of mezzanines and multi-story racking, all while maintaining flexibility for future expansions. Our team works closely with architects and contractors to address the specific demands of distribution centers, delivering solutions that meet both immediate needs and long-term goals. With a proven track record and a deep understanding of industry standards, Bennett & Pless is your trusted partner for creating efficient and resilient distribution centers.
Warehouse
Warehousing facilities demand robust structural engineering solutions that can withstand heavy loads, provide clear spans, and accommodate a variety of storage systems. Bennett & Pless brings extensive experience in designing warehouse structures that optimize space utilization while ensuring safety and durability. We focus on critical factors such as slab design, roof systems, and the structural integration of loading docks and racking systems, ensuring that the facility can support the dynamic needs of warehousing operations. Our team collaborates with architects and contractors to deliver tailored solutions that are both cost-effective and adaptable to future modifications. With our deep expertise and commitment to precision, Bennett & Pless is the ideal partner for developing efficient and resilient warehouse facilities.
We’re Built for Tilt
With the flood of e-commerce activity and the changes in how we shop online, it’s no wonder that decentralized fulfillment centers are the trend for the future. Our industrial team is fully aware of the project challenges when designing warehouses and distribution facilities. First and foremost, we carefully consider the structural elements to ensure safety, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness. The project’s requirements, including panel weight and thickness, lateral load resistance, connection design, construction joints, crane capacity and access, temporary bracing, construction sequence, material placement and quality, architectural openings, and site constraints, are essential elements of the project process.
With over 15 million square feet of warehouse and distribution space completed since 2020, we understand that thorough planning, precise detailing, and adherence to industry best practices are fundamental for successfully executing tilt-up projects.
