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ESF Centennial Hall

Renovation and Reconstruction
Construction Manager
Gold LEED status pending

Sometimes, the old saying “they just don’t build ‘em like they used to” can be a bit of a contradiction!

Hueber-Breuer has invested significant time and capital to educate ourselves on LEED applications and the innovations of modern sustainable construction. Perhaps in no way is this commitment to progress more evident than in our efforts to utilize the latest construction methods for wall framing and thermal assemblies.

Hueber-Breuer can proudly say that we have constructed the largest modular construction project in Central New York, as well as the largest Structural Insulated Panel (SIPs) project in Central New York.

The information below provide a chronology case study of our ongoing Centennial Hall project at the SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry in Syracuse. This four story building is largely constructed of 184 wood modules and will soon be home to 450 students. A brief list of the sustainable attributes of this construction method is listed below:

Reduced construction schedule due to increased worker efficiency of assembly line process
Increased worker productivity & well being due to controlled factory environment
Reduced construction schedule in harsh climates due to controlled factory environment
Reduced construction schedule; site work & building framing can occur simultaneously
Reduced site construction costs; less work on site means less energy used
Reduced on-site utility costs for projects under construction in winter months
Minimized site disturbance & negative impact on environment due to factory construction
Reduced construction waste as wood waste is used for OSB & filler
Reduced mold in drywall as a result of moisture due to dry factory environment
Reduced material waste due to water damage due to dry factory environment
Increased construction quality to be expected as units are constructed in a factory environment
Increased soundproofing between floors due to composite floor/ceiling structure
Increased soundproofing between units due to double wall construction between units
May reduce project costs depending on local regulations and union requirements
May reduce costs for worker lodging in remote construction sites due to factory construction

In addition to adding this modular project to our portfolio, in August 2010 we also completed The Village at SUNY Oswego. The Village project was largely constructed of Structural Insulated Panels. The SIPs panels boast superior thermal value, providing a significant long term benefit in the way of minimized energy costs; the SIPS construction also provides a great opportunity to minimize winter conditions throughout the completion of the project.

With our commitment to these new trends in construction, Hueber-Breuer is pairing the quality you expect with the innovation you deserve!

In addition to adding this modular project to our portfolio, in August 2010 we also completed The Village at SUNY Oswego. The Village project was largely constructed of Structural Insulated Panels. The SIPs panels boast superior thermal value, providing a significant long term benefit in the way of minimized energy costs; the SIPS construction also provides a great opportunity to minimize winter conditions throughout the completion of the project.

With our commitment to these new trends in construction, Hueber-Breuer is pairing the quality you expect with the innovation you deserve!

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