Projects Fountainhead Office Plaza (2010) Contractor: Sundt Construction Architect: DAVIS Engineer: TLCP Structural, Inc. Owner: Metro Commercial Properties With the University of Phoenix as tenant, Fountainhead Office Plaza helps mold the landscape of Tempe. Mike Edwards, architect at DAVIS, says it was one of his most unique projects, noting the distinctive lake that separates the two main towers. In taking on a 440,000 SF office property, Edwards relied on Coreslab’s precast, in part he says, because of its customer service. “They were always willing to let us in the yard to help improve panels and choose colors, and even came out to the parking structure upon completion with a sandblaster to touch up spots,” he says. “I’ve worked with subcontractors in the past where you have to twist their arms to fix problems, especially minor problems. Coreslab was always willing to come out for whatever we needed.”
Jobing.com (Glendale) Arena (2002) Contractor: Tutor Perini Building Corporation Architect: HOK Sports+Venue+Event Engineer: Martin Harper & Associates, Inc. Owner: City of Glendale In order to complete the arena in time for the Phoenix Coyotes season, Ken Schacherbauer of Tutor Perini Building Corporation had to operate on a tight schedule. In taking steps to expedite the construction, Coreslab were brought in early on. The precast work was extensive, utilizing Coreslab’s work for a variety of the structure’s attributes. Despite challenges — including having to set precast at night — he says, “They were very cooperative and involved in the design of the concrete structure, and met our schedule.” Schacherbauer and Coreslab managed to beat the expedited schedule, giving Arizona hockey fans a new venue to watch their Coyotes. “It was great to see the structure go up, and turn it over to the owner on time,” he says.
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