Construction Cam APC ( Athletic Performance Complex )

[LaCajunsFan]

Helmut, you have such knowledge about construction: can you enlighten us why the reno to the Tigue would cost so much (~$9 million), especially if you compare it to the cost of the construction of the whole APC (~$13 million)? Thanks.

[HelmutVII]

Helmut, you have such knowledge about construction: can you enlighten us why the reno to the Tigue would cost so much (~$9 million), especially if you compare it to the cost of the construction of the whole APC (~$13 million)? Thanks.

Can't tell without looking at the plans. However, they are two entirely different types of structures. Typically renovations do cost more on a square foot basis because you have to first demolish portions of the structure then build. Building from scratch is much easier. Renovations are typically a pain.

[HelmutVII]

They are placing concrete in the area that is under roof this morning. Can't tell exactly what because of the lighting.

[Fais do-do]

Helmut,

What is the MOC of the sides and top of the building. Looks like 1 good hurricane can take it for a ride. Any concerns?

[HelmutVII]

Helmut,

What is the MOC of the sides and top of the building. Looks like 1 good hurricane can take it for a ride. Any concerns?

The cladding is attached using self tapping screws that have a rubber washer at the head. The washer is to prevent squeaks and leaks. These screws are placed at specific spacings depending on the location of the cladding relative to wind pressure zones. Hilti is a big fastener company These are some of the fasteners they make https://www.us.hilti.com/search?text...tapping+screws Typically, high wind pressure zones are at building corners, roof edges, hips and ridges. Additional fasteners are placed in these zones to account for the additional loads. These areas are heavily studied and are detailed in ASCE -07.

I suspect there will be a parapet wall along the facade adjacent to the Cox building so we will be able to see how they handle cladding attachment there.

They assembled the wind bent at the far end of the main building today. (the big hunkin peice of metal frame) This structure is one of the Main Wind Force Resisting (MWFR) systems of the building. It is basically the backbone of the structure. ASCE -07 details how to determine these loads too.

I would think they have this issue under control.

[HelmutVII]

Thick fog this morning. Looks like they will be lifting some steel today if the weather holds.

[Frenchie35]

Thick fog this morning. Looks like they will be lifting some steel today if the weather holds.

Coming up with the front steel beams right now.

[Big Buds]

Thick fog this morning. Looks like they will be lifting some steel today if the weather holds.

Just curious, do they perform a post weld mag particle inspection on the critical welds?

[LaCajunsFan]

Just curious, do they perform a post weld mag particle inspection on the critical welds?

OK, now you just showing off. LOL

[Big Buds]

OK, now you just showing off. LOL

I am as serious as can be...I work in the oil field and MPI is required on all the equipment I load out. Just wondering if the construction industry is held to the same standard.