Client and Facility Overview
LPR Construction, based in Loveland, Colorado, is known for its expertise in complex steel erection and heavy industrial construction projects. The company serves a variety of industries, including power generation, oil and gas, and commercial. Known for its commitment to quality, safety and integrity, LPR Construction employs meticulous planning, precision engineering and advanced construction techniques to deliver projects efficiently and to the highest standards.
The project in focus is the new Nashville Fairgrounds Stadium, which is scheduled to open in May 2022. When completed, it will be the largest football stadium in North America, seating 30,000. In addition to sporting events, the stadium will also serve as a premier concert venue in Music City.
Requested Maintenance
Painters USA was hired to perform touch-up painting on newly erected steel structures. The work required meticulous attention to detail, particularly on bolted joints and exposed steel canopies. The painting process included cleaning, application of fast-setting epoxy, and a final coat of a specially formulated black paint selected by the stadium designers.
Quite a bit of precast steel is visible along the concourse and on a huge, exposed steel canopy. The finished coat of paint has to look perfect, Painters USA has to touch up the steel if it’s been scuffed in any way during shipping or erecting. These are bolted connections, and Painters USA paints each one. This isn’t as simple as brushing on a coat of black paint. There’s a cleaning, application, and finishing process. I’ve been educated.
Chris Cozza, project manager for LPR Construction
Decision Driver and Timing
Safety, supplier diversity, and a strong track record in construction painting were key decision drivers for selecting Painters USA. As a woman-owned business certified by WBENC since 2014, Painters USA qualifies as a Tier 1 and Tier 2 supplier. Moreover, the company's commitment to workplace safety, including an excellent Experience Modification Rating (EMR) and robust safety training programs, played a significant role.
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Scope of Work
- Crew Safety Protocols: Tie-off systems and safety protocols for crew members working six feet or more above ground.
- Instruction on Techniques: Safety instructions by LPR Construction on tie-offs and climbing techniques.
- Surface Preparation: Preparation of areas, particularly bolted connections, by cleaning and removing oil to prevent rust.
- Epoxy and Finishing Coats: Application of a fast-cure epoxy followed by finishing coats for a seamless appearance.
- Final Coat Inspection: Ensuring no scuffs or imperfections in the final coat due to the architectural significance of the exposed steelwork.
Notable Details
Safety Protocols
Working at height required strict adherence to safety measures. Crew members used two anchorage points to prevent falls, ensuring the project met strict safety standards.
Safety is paramount in this situation, since our crews are working aloft, climbing into hard-to reach but easily seen areas and doing the work without delaying the construction schedule,
Ryan Thomas, field operations manager for Painters USA
Attention to Detail
The use of specially blended black paint required exceptional finesse. Painters USA ensured that every painted area blended perfectly with surrounding sections to maintain the project’s architectural vision.
Client-Contractor Partnership
Strong communication between Painters USA and LPR Construction facilitated a seamless workflow, ensuring that both companies' high standards for safety and quality were upheld throughout the project.
They’re very good at what they do!
LPR Construction’s Cozza
Client Satisfaction
LPR Construction was extremely pleased with Painters USA's professionalism, attention to detail and safety practices. The crews' ability to provide flawless finishes on intricate steel structures, coupled with efficient coordination, kept the project on schedule and met architectural expectations.
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