Light Manufacturing Facilities
Versatile flex industrial and light manufacturing facility construction.
Light manufacturing facilities support production operations that don't require the heavy infrastructure of full industrial plants. These versatile buildings accommodate assembly, fabrication, and processing operations with the flexibility to adapt as businesses evolve. The DFW Metroplex's diverse manufacturing sector drives demand for adaptable production space.
Building design for light manufacturing balances production space with supporting functions. Office areas for administration, shipping and receiving, materials storage, and sometimes retail or showroom space integrate with manufacturing floors. We help clients develop space programs that support their operations.
Power and utilities for light manufacturing vary widely by use. Some operations need little more than standard commercial service. Others require three-phase power, compressed air, process water, or specialized ventilation. We design building systems to meet your specific requirements.
Floor construction for light manufacturing considers equipment loads, traffic patterns, and potential floor drains or trenches for processes. Clear heights allow flexibility for different uses. Overhead doors enable material movement. We build production spaces that work for your operations.
What's Included
Common Project Scenarios
Growing company needing purpose-built production space
Manufacturer relocating to larger facility
Business adding manufacturing to existing operations
Company consolidating multiple production locations
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Frequently Asked Questions
What distinguishes light manufacturing from heavy industrial?
Light manufacturing typically involves assembly, fabrication, or processing using equipment that doesn't require massive foundations, specialized cranes, or heavy utility infrastructure. Think electronics assembly versus steel mill. The distinction affects building design and cost significantly.
How do you accommodate different production layouts?
We design buildings with open floor plans that allow flexible equipment layout. Column spacing, floor capacity, and utility distribution are planned for various configurations. This flexibility allows manufacturers to reconfigure as products and processes evolve.
What ventilation is required for manufacturing?
Ventilation requirements depend on your processes. General dilution ventilation handles most light manufacturing. Specific processes may require local exhaust systems, makeup air units, or specialized air handling. We coordinate with mechanical engineers on systems appropriate for your operations.
Can manufacturing and office share the same building?
Absolutely. Most light manufacturing buildings include office space for administration, engineering, and sales functions. Separation between office and production areas can be achieved through walls, elevation changes, or simply distance. Code occupancy requirements affect the design.
What about future expansion?
We design light manufacturing buildings with expansion in mind where site conditions allow. Structural systems, utility sizing, and site layout can accommodate future additions. Planning for growth during initial construction saves significant cost later.
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Contact us about your light manufacturing facilities project. We respond to qualified inquiries within one business day.
Get StartedCall (682) 841-5785We Work With
- —Industrial Developers
- —Property Owners
- —End Users / Occupants
- —Investment Groups
We do not provide subcontracting services. We are the general contractor.
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