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Chmiel Architects was retained as Design Architect and Architect of Record for this new distribution facility for the FORD Motor Company constructed in Casselman Ontario. This new distribution center was completed in a design build format, and is comprised of a 550,000 ft2 single storey warehouse and office facility. The project was the result of a developer RFP for the development of a new Eastern Canada Distribution Center for FORD.

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Documentation was completed based on a phased permit process which allowed the construction to commence with footing and foundations using Controlled Modulus Columns while the superstructure drawings and above grade permit submissions followed.

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The site contains one guardhouse-controlled principle access gate for semi trailers and a secondary truck access gate. Parking for 192 trailers are accommodated on the site as well as 42 loading docks each with hydraulic levellers and accommodation for 42 additional future dock facilities with knock out panels provided. A separate office area comprised of a gym, cafeteria, training room, and administrative area of 13,000 ft2 is also provided in the building.

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The project site straddles two municipalities and involved extensive negotiations with the municipalities, the local conservation area, and the county government. Reports included traffic and transportation, noise studies, Phase I and II ESAs, as well as the MTO approvals due to proximity to the 417 highway.

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