College Park Industries
Customer Details
Customer: College Park Industries
Location: Warren, MI
Application: General Storage
Product: Single level mezzanine with staircase and sliding mezzanine gate.
Company Overview:
- College Park Industries stands at the forefront of prosthetic innovation, dedicated to manufacturing custom-built prosthetic solutions that cater to individuals across all activity levels. Renowned for their commitment to quality and precision, their growing operations began to demand additional space to continue delivering top-tier prosthetic devices without compromising their production efficiency or product quality.
College Park Industries is a manufacturer of custom-build prosthetic solutions for people of all activity levels.
Challenge
Faced with the challenge of a rapidly diminishing operational space, College Park Industries sought a solution that would expand their available area without the immediate financial burden of relocating to a larger facility. The objective was clear: maximize the current workspace in a cost-effective manner, enhancing operational efficiency while preparing for future growth. Additionally, the client aimed to integrate the new mezzanine seamlessly with their existing second-floor infrastructure to ensure a cohesive and functional workspace.
The Safety Source Mezzanine Solution
The Safety Source, specialists in designing and installing customized safety and storage solutions, stepped in to address College Park Industries' spatial challenges. Our approach was multi-faceted:
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Initial Consultation and Design: Through detailed consultations with College Park Industries, we gained an in-depth understanding of their specific needs, workflow, and long-term goals. Our design team then developed a tailor-made mezzanine solution that not only addressed the immediate lack of space but also aligned with the company's growth projections.
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Custom Mezzanine Installation: The custom-designed mezzanine was engineered to connect seamlessly with the existing second floor, effectively doubling the usable workspace without expanding the building's footprint. Our installation process was meticulously planned to minimize disruption to daily operations, ensuring that College Park Industries could maintain productivity throughout the installation phase.
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Safety and Compliance: Understanding the paramount importance of safety in the workplace, particularly in a facility dedicated to creating medical devices, our design incorporated robust safety features. This included railings, non-slip surfaces, and emergency egress points, all compliant with the latest safety regulations.
The Result
The installation of the custom mezzanine by The Safety Source transformed College Park Industries' operational space, delivering:
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Increased Production Capacity: The additional space directly contributed to a significant increase in production capacity, allowing College Park Industries to meet growing demand without compromising on their commitment to quality.
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Enhanced Efficiency: The strategic integration of the mezzanine with the existing infrastructure streamlined workflow processes, reducing time and effort in material handling and movement.
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Cost-Effective Expansion: By optimizing the existing facility's space, College Park Industries avoided the substantial costs associated with purchasing and moving to a larger building, thereby allocating resources more effectively towards innovation and growth.
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Future-Ready Workspace: The scalable design of the mezzanine ensures that College Park Industries is well-positioned to adapt to future expansions, further solidifying their leadership in the prosthetics manufacturing industry.
"We're very pleased with the results and The Safety Source team was great throughout the week, with us still full steam all around them. I took the company President up there today and he commented very positively on the quality.
The Safety Source be our first call when we've got our next project, in your wheelhouse."
-Production Manager, College Park Industries
Our Process
- Step 1 -
Discovery
The Safety Source will work with you to figure out the best solution for your pain points.
- Step 2 -
Design
Based on your requirements, the Safety Source will design a mezzanine structure that will fit your needs.
- Step 3 -
Installation
Our mezzanine experts will install the mezzanine structure according to the agreed upon design specifications.
Services We Provide
The Safety Source is here to help your business expand and optimize its floorspace; here are some of the services we provide:
General Storage
Equipment Platform
Industrial Catwalk
Inplant Office
Parts Inventory
Auto Parts
Exhibition Platform
Retail Store
Success Stories
The team at The Safety Source sat down and looked at our current space and provided an out of the box solution - a two story mezzanine with a inplant office installed on the 2nd floor. This solution was not only cost effective it was designed and installed on time and on budget. Thanks for being a vendor we can rely on.
Facility Manager
Magna Seating Detroit
We have been contracting The Safety Source to manage our MRO supplies with their state of the art vending software we have seen on average $6,000 per month savings! They also perform pallet racking repairs and installation. Guard rails, dock safety and LED lighting retrofits. Their team has always accommodated our busy production schedule and provided the best value.
C&I Manager
Detroit Manufacturing Systems
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FAQs
How does the process of a mezzanine floor installation begin?
Once our project proposal is approved, we begin the production and delivery of the building materials. Typically, this takes 10-15 weeks. When all the building materials are delivered, our trained installers will begin construction while keeping disruptions to your regular business functions to a minimum. Every business varies, and we’ll work our installation around you the best we can.
How Long Does it Take You to Build a Mezzanine Floor?
No mezzanines are the same; some take days, while others take over a week or more. The time it takes will vary depending on the size and complexity of your mezzanine.
How disruptive is a mezzanine floor installation?
Our team understands that keeping your business running is important; that is why we work efficiently and keep disruptions to a bare minimum.
How much does a warehouse mezzanine cost?
Mezzanine cost varies by size and complexity. For an accurate price estimate, fill out our form or give us a call today.
Will there be A project manager overseeing the installation process?
Yes, there will be a project manager overseeing the entire installation process.
Will my completed mezzanine floor be inspected?
Yes, mezzanines are inspected to ensure they meet local building codes.