Overhead shot of Westlake Lasco Pipe Fittings

Westlake/Lasco Pipe & Fittings

Project Overview

Westlake Lasco Pipe & Fittings’ facility in Brownsville, Tennessee, required a major HVAC upgrade to enhance climate control and operational efficiency in its manufacturing environment. This project involved the installation of twenty-two (22) 25-ton cooling-only rooftop units to ensure optimal temperature management for industrial operations. Upchurch provided strategic facility planning and facility services to deliver a seamless and efficient installation.

Our Approach

Leveraging our expertise in complex environments, Upchurch executed a strategic and safety-focused approach to the project, including:

  • Comprehensive Facility Planning: Assessed existing infrastructure and developed a detailed installation plan to minimize disruptions to ongoing operations.
  • Structural Steel Framing & Roof Curb Installation: Designed and installed structural steel framing to support the new rooftop units and integrated standing seam roof curbs for secure mounting.
  • Precision Equipment Placement: Utilized a helicopter to lift and position all 22 rooftop units with precision, ensuring efficient placement while reducing downtime for the facility.
  • Safety-Driven Execution: Our team maintained a strict focus on safety throughout the project. Every phase was executed with precision, and the project was completed without any safety incidents.

Outcome

Outcome
Upchurch successfully delivered an HVAC solution that enhanced climate control and operational efficiency at the Westlake Lasco facility. The project resulted in:

  • Improved environmental conditions for manufacturing operations through optimized cooling capacity.
  • A streamlined installation process utilizing aerial placement to minimize operational impact.
  • A safe and efficient project completion with zero safety incidents.
  • A future-ready facility equipped with a robust HVAC infrastructure to support continued manufacturing excellence.