Universal Contracting Corp. was entrusted with the General Trades package for the UC Indoor Practice Facility, an advanced athletic complex designed to provide year-round training opportunities. Our scope of work encompassed a wide array of installations and constructions, contributing to the functionality, safety, and aesthetic appeal of the facility.
Scope of Work
General Trades Package
- Blocking & Waterproofing: Installed necessary blocking to support fixtures and applied waterproofing solutions to ensure durability and protection against moisture infiltration.
- FRP Installations: Set up Fiberglass Reinforced Plastic (FRP) panels and doors for enhanced durability, hygiene, and low maintenance in high-traffic areas.
- Fire Caulking: Applied fire caulking to seal joints and seams, ensuring that the facility meets fire safety regulations.
- Overhead Coiling Doors & Glass Sectional Doors: Installed durable overhead coiling doors for secure and efficient access, alongside glass sectional doors that provide a modern aesthetic and functionality.
- Visual Display Boards: Mounted visual display boards for instructional use within the facility, aiding in team communications and strategy planning.
- Plastic Toilet Compartments & Shower Partitions: Installed robust plastic compartments and partitions in restrooms and shower areas, ensuring privacy and hygiene.
- Toilet Accessories & Fire Safety Installations: Fitted a range of toilet accessories, fire extinguishers, and cabinets to ensure the facility is well-equipped for everyday use and emergencies.
- Custom Casework: Designed and installed custom casework to meet the specific storage needs of the facility.
- Concrete-Faced Insulation Panels: Provided and installed concrete-faced insulation panels, adding both thermal efficiency and structural support.
- Window Shades: Installed window shades to control natural light and provide privacy within the facility.
- Interior Block Walls & Exterior Brickwork: Constructed durable interior block walls and exterior brick at the site entrance, enhancing both structural integrity and visual appeal.
- Doors & Hardware: Installed a comprehensive range of doors, including hollow metal, FRP, and wood doors, along with the necessary hardware to ensure functionality and security.
- Athletic Equipment: Supplied and installed various athletic equipment, including padding, field netting, and screens, to support the facility’s training activities.
Job Specific Misc. Scope Items to be performed for the Construction Manager:
Miscellaneous Concrete Work
- Cast-In-Place Concrete Pan Filler Stairs: Constructed cast-in-place concrete pan filler stairs, providing durable and safe access points within the facility.
- Field Perimeter and Infills: Completed field perimeter work and infill installations to prepare the facility for athletic use.
Unit Masonry Work
- Interior Block Walls & Exterior Brick Entrances: Carried out unit masonry work to build strong and aesthetically pleasing interior block walls and exterior brick entrances.
Specialty Door Installations
- Overhead Coiling Doors & Accordion Folding Fire Doors: Installed specialty doors to provide secure, accessible, and fire-safe entries throughout the facility.
Restroom & Fire Safety Features
- Plastic Toilet Compartments & Accessories: Installed plastic toilet compartments, along with necessary toilet accessories and fire safety equipment like extinguishers and cabinets, ensuring that the facility meets both functional and safety requirements.
Interior Custom Casework
- Designed and installed custom casework tailored to the specific needs of the practice facility, offering efficient storage and workspace solutions.
Door & Hardware Installation
- Hollow Metal, FRP, and Wood Doors: Installed a variety of door types along with the appropriate hardware, ensuring secure, durable, and functional access points throughout the facility.
Window Shade Installation
- Fitted window shades to regulate light and privacy, enhancing the comfort and functionality of the facility’s interior spaces.
Concrete-Faced Insulation Panels
- Installed concrete-faced insulation panels, combining thermal insulation with structural durability for enhanced energy efficiency and support.
Conclusion
The UC Indoor Practice Facility project highlights Universal’s ability to deliver comprehensive construction services with attention to detail and quality. Our work will ensure that the facility meets the highest standards of functionality, safety, and aesthetic appeal, supporting the athletic endeavors of its users for years to come. this project is scheduled to be completed in May of 2025.
Architect: Gensler
Mechanical Engineer: IMEG (formerly PEDCO)
Structural Engineer: Walter P. Moore
Civil Engineer: Kleingers Group
