Project Notes

  • Facility Type
    Applied Engineering Laboratory

  • Location
    Houston, TX

  • Size
    22,400 SF

MI SWACO Overview

  • The second-floor addition was built on top of the existing building without ever vacating employees from the first floor, nor shutting down daily operations.
  • Foundation and first floor structural framing was originally built to support a five-story building.
  • Due to site limitations, north side precast panels were placed over the top from the opposite side of the structure.
  • Existing exterior walls were precast concrete panels with a "one-off" pattern constructed in 1982. We found the original precast supplier who still owned the mold used for this existing building in 1982 and perfectly match the 24-year-old custom exterior façade.
  • Additional features included mud training rooms, welding area, machine shop area, testing area and computer laboratory on the second floor.

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Special Projects include ground-up projects, interior build-outs, renovations, expansions, structural repairs, specialty foundations, site upgrades, and more. No matter the size or complexity of the project, KDW's Special Projects Team brings a level of time/cost efficiency that is unmatched.

In 2013 WIKA Process Solutions LP and GAYESCO INTERNATIONAL LCC started working with the KDW team to design & build our brand new manufacturing facility on a 13 acre lot in the Pasadena ship channel area. From start (concept & initial renderings) to finish (January 2015 moving in) the KDW team supported us in every step of the way.

Paul Lemmens

Wika

Working with KDW to build our state of the art High Bay/Heavy Lift Fabrication Shop was nothing short of pleasurable and professional.  Their knowledge of construction techniques is amazing and every sub-contractor that was used did impeccable work. We could not have chosen a more competent General Contractor on our million dollar expansion project.

Glenn R. Tackaberry

President

Dooley Tackaberry, Inc.

JDR recently partnered with KDW on a build to suit lease for a purpose designed facility to support the growing needs of our expanding business. We could not have been more pleased with the support from their team and the seamless process from the front-end conceptualization phase to the final walkthrough. The integrated model KDW utilizes ensured that the end result met our business needs in line with the agreed budget. I would recommend KDW to anyone considering a new facility project due to their straightforward approach and outstanding level of service.

Brian Davis

General Manager

JDR Cable Systems

KDW has been a true partner to our business since 2013. From small projects, complicated projects, to the largest projects in our business, KDW has been our single resource for success in the growth of our facilities. Their team brings vision, integrity, teamwork, and a true partnership to every aspect of our relationship. KDW is our single source for our development and contractor needs in all of Texas.

Bill Ader

Capital Projects Manager

Oldcastle Infrastructure, Inc.

Throughout the different phases of construction, one thing impressed us the most was your focus in honoring your commitments. Secondly, The art of making a very complex project simple is a concept you have gracefully mastered.  We not only made the right choice with KDW we found a new partner.

Evan Barnett

General Manager

Typhoon Texas

When Goya realized the need for a large facility capable of heavy production, we knew KDW would be our designs/builder and Houston would be our home. This is our second project in 6 years with KDW and the Goya team considers the KDW team part of our extended family."

Evelio Fernandez

Vice President

Goya Foods

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