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The Northeastern

Pennsylvania Office Building

Christopher Havens

Penn State AE Senior Capstone Project


Construction Management

Spring 2012

Dr. Chimay Anumba – CM Advisor


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Presentation Outline
I. Project Background

II. Analysis 1: Replacing the PEMB


I. Structural Breadth

III. Analysis 2: Design-Build Phase 2 & 3

IV. Analysis 3: Horizontal Expansion vs.


Vertical Expansion

V. Analysis 4: Geothermal System


I. Mechanical Breadth

VI. Recommendations

VII.Acknowledgements
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Project Background
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Presentation Outline
I. Project Background Building Information:

II. Analysis 1: Replacing the PEMB  Anonymous Project – Owner’s Request


I. Structural Breadth  Phase 1 of Multi-Phase Project
 $ 5.4 Million
III. Analysis 2: Design-Build Phase 2 & 3
 June 2011 – March 2012
IV. Analysis 3: Horizontal Expansion vs.  Two Buildings
Vertical Expansion  Office Building: ~11,000 SF
 50 Employees
V. Analysis 4: Geothermal System  Shop Building: ~14,000 SF
I. Mechanical Breadth  4 Work Bays, 1 Wash Bay
 Design-Bid-Build
VI. Recommendations

VII.Acknowledgements
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Replacing the Pre-Engineered Metal Building


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Presentation Outline
I. Project Background Reason for Analysis:

II. Analysis 1: Replacing the PEMB  PEMB for Industrial/Commercial Project… But Why?
I. Structural Breadth  Cost?
 Schedule?
III. Analysis 2: Design-Build Phase 2 & 3
 Ease of Construction?
Standard Steel
IV. Analysis 3: Horizontal Expansion vs.
Vertical Expansion  How Do Other Structural Systems Compare?
 Standard Steel
V. Analysis 4: Geothermal System  Cast-In-Place Concrete Cast-In-Place Concrete
I. Mechanical Breadth  Tilt-Up Concrete
Pre-Engineered Metal Building
VI. Recommendations

VII.Acknowledgements
Tilt-Up Concrete
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Presentation Outline
I. Project Background Criteria for Study:

II. Analysis 1: Replacing the PEMB  Schedule & Cost


I. Structural Breadth  Constructability
 Regional Constraints
III. Analysis 2: Design-Build Phase 2 & 3
 Delivery Issues
IV. Analysis 3: Horizontal Expansion vs.  Weather Constraints
Vertical Expansion  Typical Construction Projects
 Impact on Other Building Systems
V. Analysis 4: Geothermal System  Environmental Impact
I. Mechanical Breadth

VI. Recommendations

VII.Acknowledgements Pre-Engineered Metal Building


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Presentation Outline
I. Project Background Criteria for Study: Results:

II. Analysis 1: Replacing the PEMB  Schedule & Cost  No Major Advantages/Disadvantages
I. Structural Breadth  Constructability  Schedule & Cost
 Regional Constraints  Constructability
III. Analysis 2: Design-Build Phase 2 & 3
 Delivery Issues  Impacts on Other Building Systems
IV. Analysis 3: Horizontal Expansion vs.  Weather Constraints
Vertical Expansion  Typical Construction Projects
 Impact on Other Building Systems
V. Analysis 4: Geothermal System  Environmental Impact
I. Mechanical Breadth

VI. Recommendations

VII.Acknowledgements Pre-Engineered Metal Building


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Presentation Outline
I. Project Background Results:
Regional Constraints
II. Analysis 1: Replacing the PEMB  Higher $ to Heat Concrete
I. Structural Breadth  Cast-In-Place
 Tilt-Up
III. Analysis 2: Design-Build Phase 2 & 3

IV. Analysis 3: Horizontal Expansion vs.  Common Structures in Area


Vertical Expansion  Steel

V. Analysis 4: Geothermal System Environmental Impact


I. Mechanical Breadth  Fewer Harmful Emissions
 Steel
VI. Recommendations
 Lesser Depletion of Natural Resources
VII.Acknowledgements Pre-Engineered Metal Building
 Steel
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Presentation Outline
I. Project Background Results:
Regional Constraints
II. Analysis 1: Replacing the PEMB  Higher $ to Heat Concrete
I. Structural Breadth  Cast-In-Place
 Tilt-Up
III. Analysis 2: Design-Build Phase 2 & 3

IV. Analysis 3: Horizontal Expansion vs.  Common Structures in Area


Vertical Expansion  Steel

V. Analysis 4: Geothermal System Environmental Impact


I. Mechanical Breadth  Fewer Harmful Emissions
 Steel
VI. Recommendations
 Lesser Depletion of Natural Resources
VII.Acknowledgements Pre-Engineered Metal Building
 Steel
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Presentation Outline
I. Project Background Results: Results:
Regional Constraints Standard Cast-In-Place Tilt-Up Precast
II. Analysis 1: Replacing the PEMB  Higher $ to Heat Concrete Steel Concrete Concrete
I. Structural Breadth  Cast-In-Place
Schedule & Cost X X X
 Tilt-Up
III. Analysis 2: Design-Build Phase 2 & 3 Constructability X X X
IV. Analysis 3: Horizontal Expansion vs.  Common Structures in Area Regional Constraints X
Vertical Expansion  Steel Impact on Other X X X
Building Systems
V. Analysis 4: Geothermal System Environmental Impact
I. Mechanical Breadth  Fewer Harmful Emissions Environmental X
 Steel Impact
VI. Recommendations
 Lesser Depletion of Natural Resources
VII.Acknowledgements Pre-Engineered Metal Building
 Steel
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Presentation Outline
I. Project Background Results: Results:
Regional Constraints Standard Cast-In-Place Tilt-Up Precast
II. Analysis 1: Replacing the PEMB  Higher $ to Heat Concrete Steel Concrete Concrete
I. Structural Breadth  Cast-In-Place
Schedule & Cost X X X
 Tilt-Up
III. Analysis 2: Design-Build Phase 2 & 3 Constructability X X X
IV. Analysis 3: Horizontal Expansion vs.  Common Structures in Area Regional Constraints X
Vertical Expansion  Steel Impact on Other X X X
Building Systems
V. Analysis 4: Geothermal System Environmental Impact
I. Mechanical Breadth  Fewer Harmful Emissions Environmental X
 Steel Impact
VI. Recommendations
 Lesser Depletion of Natural Resources Best Alternate Structure: Standard Steel
VII.Acknowledgements Pre-Engineered Metal Building
 Steel
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Structural Breadth
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Presentation Outline
I. Project Background Office Frame: Shop Frame:

II. Analysis 1: Replacing the PEMB


I. Structural Breadth 40’

III. Analysis 2: Design-Build Phase 2 & 3 21’ 35’


17’
IV. Analysis 3: Horizontal Expansion vs.
52’ 58’
Vertical Expansion

V. Analysis 4: Geothermal System


I. Mechanical Breadth
Superimposed – 2.69 PSF Tributary Width: 24’ Superimposed – 3.52 PSF Tributary Width: 40’
VI. Recommendations Pre-Engineered Metal Building Collateral – 10.0 PSF Collateral – 10.0 PSF
Snow – 30.0 PSF Snow – 30.0 PSF
VII.Acknowledgements Self-Weight (Assumed) – 8.0 PSF Self-Weight (Assumed) – 8.0 PSF
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Presentation Outline
I. Project Background Load Combination:
1.2D + 1.6S
II. Analysis 1: Replacing the PEMB
I. Structural Breadth

III. Analysis 2: Design-Build Phase 2 & 3

IV. Analysis 3: Horizontal Expansion vs.


Vertical Expansion

V. Analysis 4: Geothermal System


I. Mechanical Breadth

VI. Recommendations Pre-Engineered Metal Building

VII.Acknowledgements
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Structural Breadth
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Presentation Outline
I. Project Background Load Combination:
1.2D + 1.6S
II. Analysis 1: Replacing the PEMB
I. Structural Breadth Building Loads:
III. Analysis 2: Design-Build Phase 2 & 3 Multiply by Trib. Area to Find Distributed Load

IV. Analysis 3: Horizontal Expansion vs.


Vertical Expansion

V. Analysis 4: Geothermal System


I. Mechanical Breadth

VI. Recommendations Pre-Engineered Metal Building

VII.Acknowledgements
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Structural Breadth
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Presentation Outline
I. Project Background Load Combination:
1.2D + 1.6S
II. Analysis 1: Replacing the PEMB
I. Structural Breadth Building Loads:
III. Analysis 2: Design-Build Phase 2 & 3 Multiply by Trib. Area to Find Distributed Load

IV. Analysis 3: Horizontal Expansion vs. Reactions:


Vertical Expansion Use Free Body Diagrams to Sum Forces & Moments
V. Analysis 4: Geothermal System
I. Mechanical Breadth

VI. Recommendations Pre-Engineered Metal Building

VII.Acknowledgements
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Structural Breadth
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Presentation Outline
I. Project Background Load Combination:
1.2D + 1.6S
II. Analysis 1: Replacing the PEMB
I. Structural Breadth Building Loads:
III. Analysis 2: Design-Build Phase 2 & 3 Multiply by Trib. Area to Find Distributed Load

IV. Analysis 3: Horizontal Expansion vs. Reactions:


Vertical Expansion Use Free Body Diagrams to Sum Forces & Moments
V. Analysis 4: Geothermal System Max. Shear & Moment:
I. Mechanical Breadth
Use FBD’s to Sum Forces & Moments on Each Member
VI. Recommendations Pre-Engineered Metal Building

VII.Acknowledgements
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Structural Breadth
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Presentation Outline
I. Project Background Load Combination:
1.2D + 1.6S
II. Analysis 1: Replacing the PEMB
I. Structural Breadth Building Loads:
III. Analysis 2: Design-Build Phase 2 & 3 Multiply by Trib. Area to Find Distributed Load

IV. Analysis 3: Horizontal Expansion vs. Reactions:


Vertical Expansion Use Free Body Diagrams to Sum Forces & Moments
V. Analysis 4: Geothermal System Max. Shear & Moment:
I. Mechanical Breadth
Use FBD’s to Sum Forces & Moments on Each Member
VI. Recommendations Pre-Engineered Metal Building
Size Members:
VII.Acknowledgements
Use Steel Manual Values to Determine Size of Each Member
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Structural Breadth
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Presentation Outline
I. Project Background Load Combination: Estimate Cost & Schedule:
1.2D + 1.6S Use RS Means Building Construction Cost Data 2012
II. Analysis 1: Replacing the PEMB
I. Structural Breadth Building Loads:
Included in Structural Steel Estimate:
III. Analysis 2: Design-Build Phase 2 & 3 Multiply by Trib. Area to Find Distributed Load  Steel Members
 Bolts
IV. Analysis 3: Horizontal Expansion vs. Reactions:
 Base Plates
Vertical Expansion Use Free Body Diagrams to Sum Forces & Moments  Purlins
 Metal Siding/Roofing
V. Analysis 4: Geothermal System Max. Shear & Moment:
I. Mechanical Breadth
Use FBD’s to Sum Forces & Moments on Each Member NOT Included in Estimate:
VI. Recommendations Pre-Engineered Metal Building  Design Fees
Size Members:  Fabrication Fees
VII.Acknowledgements  Documentation Fees
Use Steel Manual Values to Determine Size of Each Member
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Presentation Outline
I. Project Background Results:

II. Analysis 1: Replacing the PEMB


I. Structural Breadth PEMB Structural Steel
III. Analysis 2: Design-Build Phase 2 & 3 Schedule June 14– Nov. 16 June 14– Nov. 4
Cost $661,500 $682,500
IV. Analysis 3: Horizontal Expansion vs.
Vertical Expansion
Note: Structural Steel Estimate Does Not Include:
V. Analysis 4: Geothermal System  Design Fees
I. Mechanical Breadth  Fabrication Fees
 Documentation Fees
VI. Recommendations

VII.Acknowledgements Pre-Engineered Metal Building


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Presentation Outline
I. Project Background Results: Conclusion:
 Steel (Without Fees) is $21,000 > PEMB
II. Analysis 1: Replacing the PEMB
I. Structural Breadth PEMB Structural Steel  Steel is 8 Days < PEMB
III. Analysis 2: Design-Build Phase 2 & 3 Schedule June 14– Nov. 16 June 14– Nov. 4
Cost $661,500 $682,500
IV. Analysis 3: Horizontal Expansion vs.
Vertical Expansion
Note: Structural Steel Estimate Does Not Include: PEMB Should NOT Be Replaced By Standard Steel Structure
V. Analysis 4: Geothermal System  Design Fees Schedule Acceleration is Not Expected to Cover Additional Cost
I. Mechanical Breadth  Fabrication Fees
 Documentation Fees
VI. Recommendations

VII.Acknowledgements Pre-Engineered Metal Building


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Design-Build Phase 2 & 3


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Presentation Outline
I. Project Background Reason for Analysis:

II. Analysis 1: Replacing the PEMB  Phase 2 & 3 are Nearly Identical to Phase 1
I. Structural Breadth
 Could Later Phases Be Design-Build?
III.Analysis 2: Design-Build Phase 2
&3
 If So, What are the Benefits?
IV. Analysis 3: Horizontal Expansion vs.
Vertical Expansion

V. Analysis 4: Geothermal System


I. Mechanical Breadth

VI. Recommendations

VII.Acknowledgements
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Design-Build Phase 2 & 3


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Presentation Outline
I. Project Background
Design-Bid-Build:

Design Bid Build


II. Analysis 1: Replacing the PEMB
I. Structural Breadth 4 Mon. 1 Mon. 9 Mon.

III.Analysis 2: Design-Build Phase 2


&3
4 Mon.
IV. Analysis 3: Horizontal Expansion vs.
Vertical Expansion Design-Build:

V. Analysis 4: Geothermal System Build


I. Mechanical Breadth
Bid Design 8 Mon.
VI. Recommendations 1 Mon. 4 Mon.
VII.Acknowledgements
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Design-Build Phase 2 & 3


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Presentation Outline
I. Project Background
Design-Bid-Build:

Design Bid Build


II. Analysis 1: Replacing the PEMB
I. Structural Breadth 4 Mon. 1 Mon. 9 Mon.

III.Analysis 2: Design-Build Phase 2


&3
4 Mon.
IV. Analysis 3: Horizontal Expansion vs.
Vertical Expansion Design-Build:

V. Analysis 4: Geothermal System Build


I. Mechanical Breadth
Bid Design 8 Mon.
VI. Recommendations 1 Mon. 4 Mon.
VII.Acknowledgements
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Design-Build Phase 2 & 3


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Presentation Outline
I. Project Background
Design-Bid-Build: Conclusion:

Design Bid Build


II. Analysis 1: Replacing the PEMB  Each Phase Accelerated About 4 Months
I. Structural Breadth 4 Mon. 1 Mon. 9 Mon.  Fewer Change Orders
 Earlier Turnover Date
III.Analysis 2: Design-Build Phase 2
&3  Increased Revenue for Owner
4 Mon.
IV. Analysis 3: Horizontal Expansion vs.
Vertical Expansion Design-Build:

V. Analysis 4: Geothermal System Build Phase 2 & 3 SHOULD Be Delivered as Design-Build Projects
I. Mechanical Breadth
Bid Design 8 Mon.
VI. Recommendations 1 Mon. 4 Mon.
VII.Acknowledgements
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Horizontal Expansion vs. Vertical Expansion


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Presentation Outline
I. Project Background Reason for Analysis: Criteria for Study:

II. Analysis 1: Replacing the PEMB  Schematic Phase of Design Based on Owner Interview:
I. Structural Breadth
 Owner Wants to Double the Size of the Office Building 1.Schedule Impacts
III. Analysis 2: Design-Build Phase 2 & 3
2.Project Cost Impacts
IV. Analysis 3: Horizontal  Two Options for Expansion 3.Limiting Change Orders
Expansion vs. Vertical  Horizontal 4.Functionality
Expansion  Vertical 5.Aesthetics

V. Analysis 4: Geothermal System


I. Mechanical Breadth
Original Building
VI. Recommendations

VII.Acknowledgements
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Horizontal Expansion vs. Vertical Expansion


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Schedule:

 Horizontal
 June 14– Dec. 7
 Vertical
 June 14– Nov. 23

Project Cost:

 Horizontal
Horizontal Expansion  $176,000 Vertical Expansion
 Vertical
 $231,000 Original Building
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Horizontal Expansion vs. Vertical Expansion


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Schedule:

 Horizontal
 June 14– Dec. 7
 Vertical
 June 14– Nov. 23

Project Cost:

 Horizontal
Horizontal Expansion  $176,000 Vertical Expansion
 Vertical
 $231,000 Original Building
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Limiting Change Orders: Aesthetics:

 Repetition of Work  More Traditional


 Horizontal  Vertical

Functionality:

 Elongated Floorplan
 Horizontal
 Stacked Floorplan
Horizontal Expansion  Vertical Vertical Expansion

Original Building
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Limiting Change Orders: Aesthetics:

 Repetition of Work  More Traditional


 Horizontal  Vertical

Functionality:

 Elongated Floorplan
 Horizontal
 Stacked Floorplan
Horizontal Expansion  Vertical Vertical Expansion

Original Building
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Horizontal Expansion vs. Vertical Expansion


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Presentation Outline
I. Project Background Conclusion:

II. Analysis 1: Replacing the PEMB Owner’s Priorities Horizontal Vertical


I. Structural Breadth
Schedule Impacts X
III. Analysis 2: Design-Build Phase 2 & 3 Project Cost Impacts X
IV. Analysis 3: Horizontal Limiting Change Orders X
Expansion vs. Vertical Functionality X
 asdf
Expansion
Aesthesis X
V. Analysis 4: Geothermal System
Original Building
I. Mechanical Breadth VERTICAL EXPANSION Should Be Chosen Vertical Expansion
VI. Recommendations Shorter Schedule (#1 Owner Priority)
More Pleased Employees (Functionality & Aesthetics)
VII.Acknowledgements
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Geothermal System
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Presentation Outline
I. Project Background Reason for Analysis:

II. Analysis 1: Replacing the PEMB  Geothermal System in Shop Building


I. Structural Breadth  Replace Gas-Fired Heaters
III. Analysis 2: Design-Build Phase 2 & 3
 Environmentally Friendly
IV. Analysis 3: Horizontal Expansion vs.
Vertical Expansion

V. Analysis 4: Geothermal System


I. Mechanical Breadth

VI. Recommendations

VII.Acknowledgements
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Geothermal System
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Presentation Outline
I. Project Background Reason for Analysis: System Components (From Mech. Breadth):

II. Analysis 1: Replacing the PEMB  Geothermal System in Shop Building  Horizontal Closed Loop System
I. Structural Breadth  Replace Gas-Fired Heaters  ~4,000 FT Buried 5 FT Below Grade
III. Analysis 2: Design-Build Phase 2 & 3
 Environmentally Friendly  20 TON ( 200 MBH) Heat Exchanger
IV. Analysis 3: Horizontal Expansion vs.
Vertical Expansion  Terminal Units
 ‘Chilled Beams’
V. Analysis 4: Geothermal System
I. Mechanical Breadth

VI. Recommendations

VII.Acknowledgements
Loop System Heat Exchanger Chilled Beams
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Geothermal System
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Presentation Outline
I. Project Background Cost & Schedule: Additional Factors:

II. Analysis 1: Replacing the PEMB  Payback Period


I. Structural Breadth Natural Gas Geothermal
 Low Price of Natural Gas
Cost $22,000 $41,000
III. Analysis 2: Design-Build Phase 2 & 3
Schedule 2 Weeks 5 Weeks  Cooling
IV. Analysis 3: Horizontal Expansion vs.  Overhead Doors
Vertical Expansion *Derived Using RS Means Building Construction Cost Data 2012
 Fewer Emissions
V. Analysis 4: Geothermal System
I. Mechanical Breadth

VI. Recommendations

VII.Acknowledgements
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Geothermal System
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Presentation Outline
I. Project Background Cost & Schedule: Additional Factors:

II. Analysis 1: Replacing the PEMB  Payback Period


I. Structural Breadth Natural Gas Geothermal
 Low Price of Natural Gas
Cost $22,000 $41,000
III. Analysis 2: Design-Build Phase 2 & 3
Schedule 2 Weeks 5 Weeks  Cooling
IV. Analysis 3: Horizontal Expansion vs.  Overhead Doors
Vertical Expansion *Derived Using RS Means Building Construction Cost Data 2012
 Fewer Emissions
V. Analysis 4: Geothermal System
I. Mechanical Breadth

VI. Recommendations

VII.Acknowledgements
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Geothermal System
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Presentation Outline
I. Project Background Conclusion:

II. Analysis 1: Replacing the PEMB  Geothermal System


I. Structural Breadth  More Expensive
 Longer Schedule
III. Analysis 2: Design-Build Phase 2 & 3

IV. Analysis 3: Horizontal Expansion vs.  Payback Period Does Not Justify Cost
Vertical Expansion
 Owner Will Not Want to Reduce Demand of Natural Gas
V. Analysis 4: Geothermal System
I. Mechanical Breadth

VI. Recommendations
Geothermal System Should NOT Be Chosen

VII.Acknowledgements
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Recommendations
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Presentation Outline
I. Project Background Replacing the PEMB:

II. Analysis 1: Replacing the PEMB  Do Not Replace PEMB Structure


I. Structural Breadth
Design-Build Phase 2 & 3:
III. Analysis 2: Design-Build Phase 2 & 3
 Deliver Phase 2 & 3 as Design-Build Projects
IV. Analysis 3: Horizontal Expansion vs.
Vertical Expansion
Horizontal Expansion vs. Vertical Expansion:
V. Analysis 4: Geothermal System
I. Mechanical Breadth  Choose Vertical Expansion Option

VI. Recommendations Geothermal System:

VII.Acknowledgements  Do Not Replace Gas Heaters with Geothermal System


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Acknowledgements
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Presentation Outline
Thank You:
I. Project Background

II. Analysis 1: Replacing the PEMB Family & Friends


I. Structural Breadth
AE Faculty
III. Analysis 2: Design-Build Phase 2 & 3 Dr. Anumba
LeChase Construction
IV. Analysis 3: Horizontal Expansion vs.
McClure Company
Vertical Expansion

V. Analysis 4: Geothermal System


I. Mechanical Breadth

VI. Recommendations Questions?


VII.Acknowledgements

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