New Castle Modular Classroom

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Award Winner : Tyson OnSite

Architectural Excellence : This modular classroom consisted of two 12’x44’ module. The building was installed on concrete piers in an excavated foundation, with the threshold of the doors at grade level. This method of installation eliminated the unsightly wood or metal decks and ramp. To provide clean architectural lines, we used James Hardi Panels on the exterior. The exterior color is designer beige siding with brown 2-tabbed shingles and trim on the 2:12 pitch roof to be very aesthetically pleasing. The interior is a combination of a steel, commercial grade, 2’x4’ grid ceiling with lay-in acoustical tiles and 26oz commercial carpeting which provide a good acoustical learning/teaching environment. With the quality of the finishes, our client stated that the school board and parents were very pleased with the interior of the classroom because it does not look like a “typical trailer”.

Cost Energy Effectiveness : As the elementary school ran out of classroom space, this temporary modular building provided the most cost-effective solution with swift delivery without compromising the quality of the building. A 30 ga. Galvanized steel underbelly is installed beneath the floor to prevent moisture and air infiltration into the building. The insulation values are R-19 floor, R-11 sidewalls and R-30 ceiling. The use of perimeter frames in lieu of outrigger frames decreased the number and cost of concrete piers.

Design Firm Name : Manufactured Structures Corporation

Occupied Date : 9/20/2007

Production Start Date : 8/20/2007

Project Location City : Frankfort

Project Location State Name : IN

Technical Innovation : During the manufacturing process for a 24’x44’ classroom building, we used two 12’x44’, 10” Jr. I-beam perimeter frames with 8” Jr. I-beam cross members 4’ on center. The frames, with floor assemblies, are brought together and the ¾ T&G flooring is secured to the entire 24’x44’ assembly. The final step is to cut the floor in half at the mate-line. This method of production ensures that the floors can be installed at a job site with the two halves touching, just as they were manufactured. Installation time is faster and the buildings can be relocated many times without the fear of poor mate-line connections.

Total Square Feet : 1056

Category : Relocatable: Education: under 2,000 sq. ft.