Wellbilt’s technology is the only option for Miami Dade International Airport. The FAA allows architects to use Wellbilt’s Sure-Board Wall Panel.
When it comes to airports and the safety required to expand facilities that are exposed to hurricanes, Wellbilt proves it has the expertise. Why was Wellbilt www.wellbiltinternational.com awarded the contract to assist in building Concourse J at the Miami Dade International Airport? They were the only solution for the specifications created by the architects to complete the addition.
Wellbilt has a number of products that can be utilized when building hurricane-resistant buildings. From the Sure-Board Wall Panel and Sure-Board technology, Wellbilt products have been able to create a niche. In Florida, there are strong building codes that architects have to follow. With High Velocity Hurricane Zone requirements, Wellbilt products are able to sustain winds up to 146 mph and increased wind-loads that can gust up to 20% more. Wellbilt understands how important it is for buildings to be able to sustain such pressure. In the case of the Miami Dade International Airport, increased traffic, additional costs and demanding timelines played major roles. When the rfp was issued, the airport determined that Wellbilt was the only company that could measure up to the FAA.
“We understand the demands that architects place on products and the builders that implement their plans. In this case, we also had to meet the FAA’s requirements,” stated Alina Van Katwyk, President of Wellbilt International. Within six months from being awarded the assignment, Wellbilt helped complete the construction of Concourse J. In the past, Wellbilt has worked with a number of architects, general contractors and government agencies. In this case, Wellbilt collaborated with Hensel Phelps www.henselphelps.com, the general contractor and construction manager.
Wellbilt International was founded in an effort to develop timely, quality, and cost-effective hurricane-resistant buildings. These buildings are ideal for Hurricane prone areas. Schools, homes, home-expansions and commercial buildings have seen tremendous results using Wellbilt’s products. Since inception, Wellbilt has concentrated on providing quality techniques and products that support their commitment to research and development. For further information regarding Wellbilt International please contact James Price at 404-428-9972.
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