This project involved a major facility upgrade for a national utility company, including several phases for the Minneapolis, MN service center and parking garage. The final phase included constructing a total precast building to support various operational needs. The building has two main sections: a four-story office area and a two-story structure that provides space for parking and fleet maintenance, including specialized workshops for meter repairs, welding, and other services. The precast floors were engineered to sustain the heavy loading required to store heavy-duty maintenance vehicles that service the energy grid.

The wholly customized total precast solution came with various advantages. Double tees on the first supported level, which houses the maintenance and parking areas, were designed for extended spans and higher load capacity. The extended spans allowed for larger, more open spaces without compromising structural integrity. Additionally, the precast design facilitated a custom layout that accommodates specific functional requirements, such as recessed floors and strategically placed floor drains to suit longer maintenance vehicles.