Milwaukee Tool facility overhead shot

Milwaukee Tool

Project Overview

Milwaukee Tool required a comprehensive mechanical and HVAC solution to support their new facility’s critical manufacturing environment. Upchurch provided project management, preconstruction, prefabrication, new construction, and HVAC services to deliver a high-performance, energy-efficient system tailored to the client’s operational needs.

Our Approach

Upchurch leveraged its expertise in advanced construction techniques and planning to execute this project efficiently, including:

  • Preliminary Budgeting & System Analysis: Conducted an in-depth review comparing chilled water and DX cooling options to determine the optimal solution.
  • BIM-Driven Efficiency: Utilized Building Information Modeling (BIM) for system coordination, clash detection, and Request for Information (RFI) resolution, significantly reducing change order scopes.
  • Prefabrication & Early Integration: Installed in-wall rough-in components before walls were on-site, accelerating the construction timeline and ensuring seamless system integration.
  • Pump Skid Prefabrication: Converted traditional pump installations to a prefabricated pump skid, which was delivered and installed before the roof was in place, improving project efficiency.
  • Safety & Planning Enhancements: Used BIM to develop Pre-Task Plans (PTP) and Job Hazard Analyses (JHA), reinforcing safety protocols and ensuring precise execution.
  • Schedule Optimization: Ensured mechanical and plumbing installations remained ahead of schedule, minimizing disruptions and maximizing project efficiency.

Outcome

Upchurch delivered a high-efficiency mechanical and HVAC system tailored to the unique demands of Milwaukee Electric’s manufacturing operations. The project resulted in:

  • A strategically designed and cost-optimized cooling solution.
  • Accelerated installation through prefabrication and early system integration.
  • Enhanced safety and coordination through BIM-driven planning.
  • A seamless construction process that maintained project timelines and exceeded client expectations.